Sermons on Faithful Anticipation:

Faith, Doubt And Unbelief

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jul 14, 2021

Faith is an essential ingredient to receive from hand. We reach God with hands of faith. A little faith goes a long way, but Satan always sow seeds of doubt and unbelief to negate our faith.

TEXT: Mark 9:20-27 "So they brought the boy. But when the evil spirit saw Jesus, it threw the child into a violent convulsion, and he fell to the ground, writhing and foaming at the mouth. “How long has this been happening?” Jesus asked the boy’s father.He replied, “Since he was a little ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:20-27, Hebrews 11:6, Matthew 17:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Abraham: Father Of The Faith

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Aug 8, 2021

In Hebrews chapter 11, we’re introduced to several choices Abraham made “by faith,” and from these we’ll learn about how faith works and how to develop this kind of faith.

Abraham: Father of the Faith Hebrews 11:8-12; 17-19 Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLsGh1gYFjQ As I was wondering and seeking about what to talk about next with you, the issue of faith came back, especially seeing how the mask mandate has once again been instituted within the U.S., but ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-12, Hebrews 11:17-19, Genesis 12:1-2

Denomination: Foursquare

Faith Over Fear Series

Contributed by Peter Naveen Saketi on Aug 14, 2021

There's lot of fear around during this pandemic and also we get fear of various things in our daily lives. Having fear, over concern, being anxious of things, fear of future are not the solutions for life. How do we deal with this issue?

Fear plays a vital role in everyone's life which needs to be dealt with. 2 Timothy 1:7 says God has not given us a spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. The Question here is how do we get rid of this fear? We cannot remove fear by itself but we can conquer fear by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:5, Psalm 43:5, Habakkuk 3:17-19, Romans 10:17, 2 Timothy 1:7, John 17:17, John 8:32, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Faith In Your Relationships

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jun 19, 2024

I think that the problem is not with what people believe; the problem is that too many of us don't live what we claim to believe.

Belief in God is pretty strong among Americans. A survey shows that 53% say that they know God exists and they have no doubts. 18% say that they believe in God but they still have some doubts. And 4% believe in God just sometimes. Another poll found that more than 68% of Americans identify as ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Amazing Power Of Faith

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 25, 2024

God does miracles, if necessary, in order to fulfill His plan of love that creates, sustains and in His plan will divinize His people. The key is our faith.

Saturday of the 12th Week in Course 2024 Today we hear scriptures that remind us of the importance of faith in God’s divine providence. God is love, all love for us. The love of Father and Son is so intense, so overflowing that it is a divine person, the Holy Spirit. So God does miracles, if ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15, Luke 1:46-55, Matthew 8:5-17

Denomination: Catholic

Faith And Your Enemy

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 9, 2024

Today we take a step further in our faith and hopefully learn how to use our faith when confronted by our enemy.

Today we take a step further in our faith and hopefully learn how to use our faith when confronted by our enemy. Do you know who or what I am referring to when I say “enemy?” Satan? Yes. Of course and the sin that he entices us into. You notice each Sunday at the end of the children's ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Thankful For A Growing Faith. Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 27, 2024

Those who are being persecuted need to keep the perspective as to why it is worth it to suffer. It is worth it because Jesus is worthy. It is worth it because God is on his throne.

This is the second letter of Paul to the Thessalonians. According to what we know about Paul’s timeline including his visit, arrival in Thessalonica, his exit, his first letter and second letter all happened in a very short time. Instead of us saying this is Paul’s second letter to the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Love And Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 11, 2024

Love is a profound and complex emotion, often considered the greatest virtue in the Bible.

Love is a profound and complex emotion, often considered the greatest virtue in the Bible. However, when love is misused or manipulated, it can lead to hurtful actions like cheating, betrayal, and abandonment. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical teachings on love and faithfulness, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:20, Hebrews 13:4

Friends, Faith And Forgiveness

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Aug 13, 2024

Sometimes I think God puts a message on my heart, especially when it is a specific passage, then as I dig in and began my sermon prep, I find out what He really put on my heart!

Stealing a question I told a man about a year ago, that I was going to steal a question from him! So today, I am making good on that promise of theft! We’ll address that question eventually. Did I mention that this message started out differently about 3 weeks ago? The key passage is centered ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-8

Faith Like A Centurion

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Aug 14, 2024

This passage shares the account of a soldier; one who had enough faith to take Jesus at His word and receive an answer to His request. The centurion had great love for his servant and great faith that Jesus could heal his servant.

I want to begin our message this morning with a sermon illustration: “It is said that Napoleon [Bonaparte], while looking at some papers, let slip the bridle of his horse, which reared [back] so that the emperor was in danger. A corporal . . . leaped forward and caught the bridle, bringing the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Faith That Does Save Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 5, 2024

Acts 8:26-40 teaches us about a faith that does save.

Introduction John Newton was born in 1725 in England and lived a rebellious life. As a young man, he worked on ships, including slave ships, transporting enslaved people across the Atlantic. He was notorious for his wild behavior, harsh personality, and lack of faith. His life, dominated by ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

From Fear To Faith

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Oct 8, 2024

God doesn't want us to walk in fear, but to trust Jesus and let the peace of God rule in our hearts.

FROM FEAR TO FAITH A. The Nature of fear 1. Fear is the emotion brought on by a perceived danger or threat, real or perceived. 2. Fear is a good emotion to warn us, but on the negative side can also be debilitating, paralyzing, controlling and can bind us up. 3. There is also a spiritual ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27, Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Foursquare

Faithful- Hit The Target Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 12, 2024

This is the 218th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 3rd sermon from 2 Timothy.

Series: Action [#218] FAITHFUL- HIT THE TARGET 2 Timothy 2:1-13 Introduction: In the headline of the 2004 Washington Post, it said “Matt Emmons of the United States shoots at wrong target, finishes eighth”. Matthew Emmons was an elite athlete- He had been on the University of Alaska Rifle Team ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Bartimaeus: Mercy And Faith

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 24, 2024

The encounter of the "blind beggar" (Bartimaeus) with Jesus teaches us the importance of seeking mercy and living out our faith!

JESUS IS ON HIS WAY TO JERUSALEM WHERE HE WILL GIVE HIS LIFE AS THE ATONING SACRIFICE ON THE CROSS. HE IS FOCUSED. HE IS ON A PASSIONATE MISSION GIVEN TO HIM BY HIS FATHER. ALONG THE WAY, HE CONTINUES TO SHOW THE LOVE OF THE FATHER TO CHILDREN, THROUGH HEALINGS, TEACHINGS, EXPELLING DEAMONS, AND ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52, Hebrews 4:16, Luke 18:13, Hebrews 11:1, 1 John 2:3-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Power Of Faith And Conviction

Contributed by Rakesh Sharma on Oct 25, 2024

In today's sermon, we will explore the profound connection between faith and conviction, drawing inspiration from Hebrews 11 and the examples of biblical heroes.

>> Opening Bible Verse Hebrews 11:1-40 ESV "Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. For by it the people of old received their commendation..." >> Opening Illustration Consider the story of Dashart Manji, a man from Gaya who ran ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40, 2 Timothy 4:7, Daniel 3:16-18, Exodus 3:4, Deuteronomy 34:4-5, Romans 4:20-21, Job 1:22, Daniel 6:22, Genesis 6:22, Nehemiah 2:20, Hebrews 11:6, Acts 2:14-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational