Sermons on Faithfulness In Trials:

A Living Faith - James On Works

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 8, 2023

How does James present faith and works?

When reading James, we must understand that works of the law (Romans 9:32; Galatians 2:16; 3:2, 5, 10) are not the same thing as good works of obedience to Christ (Matthew 5:16; Ephesians 2:10; 1 Timothy 6:18; Titus 2:7, 14; 3:8, 14). How does James present faith and good works? Is Christianity ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sardis: When Faithfulness Is Assumed Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Feb 2, 2026

Sardis warns that faith can survive in name and form while losing responsiveness, calling believers to awaken and listen again.

By the time we arrive at Sardis, something subtle has happened to us. Ephesus taught us that love can cool without rebellion. Smyrna taught us that faithfulness can be costly without being fragile. Pergamum taught us that proximity to power can quietly rearrange loyalty. Thyatira taught us that ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6, Hebrews 6:1, Matthew 25:1-13, Isaiah 29:13, Romans 10:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Laodicea: When Faithfulness Is Managed Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Feb 3, 2026

Jesus confronts competent faith that no longer waits, revealing self-sufficiency, inviting renewed dependence, restored fellowship, and shared life through opening the door.

PART I: The Cost of Staying Upright I know you. This isn’t the casual familiarity of an acquaintance; it is the knowledge that comes from watching you quietly, over time. I know how your life fits together and how the pieces hold. I recognize the immense strength it took for you to get here. You ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22, Revelation 3:17, Revelation 3:20, John 15:4-5, Matthew 5:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Gods Faithfulness In Our Failures Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 8, 2026

This is the 13th Sermon from Genesis about the life of Abraham, "Called To Promise".

Series: Called To Promise [#13] GODS FAITHFULNESS IN OUR FAILURES Genesis 20:1-18 Introduction: Our text shows us how faithful God is, even when we mess up. In this story, Abraham finds himself in a tricky situation again, telling lies about Sarah out of fear. But even though Abraham makes ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Women Leading Faith Forward Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 30, 2025

When I feel unseen in my own spiritual journey, when my voice seems dismissed or my perspective marginalized, I remember the woman in the garden who was seen, named, and sent.

Title: Women Leading Faith Forward Intro: When I feel unseen in my own spiritual journey, when my voice seems dismissed or my perspective marginalized, I remember the woman in the garden who was seen, named, and sent. Scriptures: Acts 10:34, Acts 10:38-42, Colossians 3:1-4, John ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34, Acts 10:38-42, Colossians 3:1-4, John 20:1-18

Denomination: Other

3 Marks Of A Shipwrecked Faith

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 23, 2025

Over 3 million shipwrecks litter the ocean floor, but none of these shipwrecks had to happen. Paul warned us that we must be careful with our lives. He gave us 3 marks of those who are heading for shipwreck.

3 MARKS OF A SHIPWRECKED FAITH 1 Tim. 1:18-20 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR A teacher said, to Raymond, “Listen to me! This is the fifth time this week I’ve had to punish you! What do you have to say?” “I’m glad it’s Friday,” replied Raymond. B. TEXT 18 Timothy, my son, I am giving you this instruction ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Visible Faith - Part 1

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Apr 26, 2025

How does a Christian know that he/she is walking in faith? This is part one of a Bible study that addresses that question.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible studies teach ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:6, James 2:14-26, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Joshua 2:1-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Faith Activated By Love Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 30, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical principle that faith must be activated and energized by love.

As believers, we're often reminded of the importance of faith in our walk with God. However, faith without love is incomplete and ineffective. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical principle that faith must be activated and energized by love. The Foundation of Faith and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

A Rational Defense Of The Christian Faith

Contributed by John Gaston on May 2, 2025

This is the first in a series of messages on apologetics. This segment deals with how, as scientific discoveries continue, evidence for God's existence has grown stronger, not weaker. Science, done right, points to God.

A RATIONAL DEFENSE OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH INTRODUCTION Christianity isn’t just a matter of blind belief or emotional comfort—it presents a worldview grounded in logic, evidence, and reason. In an age where skepticism often masquerades as intelligence, Christian apologetics offers a robust, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-2, Romans 1:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Idop 2025: Faithful To The End

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Oct 28, 2025

Today is the International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians. This year's theme (2025) is "Faithful to the End." How can we remain faithful followers of Jesus amidst all difficulties and temptations, even when we face persecution?

Introduction: I was in Surabaya last month when, at 3 a.m., I received the news that Charlie Kirk had been shot. It turned out he died. This news was truly shocking and left many wondering, "Why would anyone kill him?" Many reports claimed he deserved to be killed because he spread ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-25, John 15:20, John 16:1-2, Acts 7:57-58, Matthew 16:23, Revelation 2:10, Acts 8:1, John 14:6, John 1:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ruth Series: A Statement Of Faith Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 29, 2025

Ruth does not leave but stays with Naomi and makes a wonderful confession and statement of faith.

BOOK OF RUTH: A STATEMENT OF FAITH RUTH 1:1-22 #bookofruth INTRODUCTION… Statements of Faith in the OT At our church, when a person comes to be baptized into Christ, we have them repeat what we call “the good confession” which is patterned after Simon Peter’s confession we find in Matthew 16, Mark ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Imitation - The Sincerest Form Of Faith Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 14, 2025

Ephesians tells me I should imitate God... but how can I do that, and what would it look like when I did?

A city girl visited a farm one day and saw some farm animals out in the field. She asked the farmer: “Mister, why doesn’t that cow have any horns?” The farmer thought about that for a moment, and then he said “Well, cattle can do a powerful lot of damage with horns. Sometimes we keep ‘em trimmed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32, Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith That Shares Good News Series

Contributed by Kory Labbe on Nov 23, 2025

Faith that sees Jesus naturally shares Jesus—our calling is to take the hope we’ve found and bring it to the people in our everyday lives.

Get Going – Week 4: Faith That Shares Good News Matthew 9:9–13 (NLT) Theme: Faith that sees Jesus naturally shares Jesus—our calling is to take the hope we’ve found and bring it to the people in our everyday lives. INTRODUCTION — “We Share What We Love” You ever notice how easy it is for us to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Fear Overrides Faith Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 23, 2025

This is the 3rd Sermon from Genesis about the life of Abraham, "Called To Promise".

Series: Called To Promise [#3] WHEN FEAR OVERRIDES FAITH Genesis 12:10-20 Introduction: In our text, we witness a compelling moment in Abram’s journey of faith, illustrating how fear can threaten to overshadow trust in God's promises. As Abram sojourned in the land of Canaan, a severe ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Two Signs Of Genuine Faith Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 15, 2025

This sermon reveals that the authentic evidence of our salvation is an inseparable pair of marks: a vertical faith that trusts completely in the Lord Jesus and a horizontal love that extends to all the saints.

Introduction Good morning. Here in Metro Manila, every jeepney has a sign on its dashboard. That sign is the outward evidence of its inward purpose and its final destination. By that sign, you know where it's going. In the same way, how can we know if someone is a genuine Christian? How can we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15

Denomination: Baptist