Sermons on God Given Faith:

"Saying 'yes' To Life"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 19, 2010

Saying ‘Yes’ to life basically boils down to asking, “What can I do with the life God has given me?” And then, living into it!!!

Hebrews 11:29-12:2 “Saying ‘Yes’ to Life” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN An author writes, “When my oldest son, Nathan, was a teenager, he told me that he had decided to become a stockbroker, a millionaire by age 30, and ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Making The Transition Into The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Dec 26, 2009

I believe that the church is in a transitional period. God is waiting for us to become all that He has given us to be.

December 27, 2009 Morning Worship Text; Matthew 3:1-12 Subject: The Kingdom of God – Part 1 Title: Making the Transition Into the Kingdom Charlotte and I were sitting at the breakfast table yesterday morning watching the snow fall. What a delight it is to be able to see those big flakes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon On Keeping The Faith

Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 19, 2020

In bad times it is often difficult to hold on to our faith in God

Ben Carson, the American politician, author and retired neurosurgeon once stated: “I believe if you keep your faith, you keep your trust, you keep the right attitude, if you’re grateful, you’ll see through hard work, perseverance and a faith in God, you can live your dreams.” James 1:6 informs ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:16, 1 Peter 1:21

Service Is Faith In Action

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 14, 2004

We get in shape for God as we learn to serve and be a servant to others.

Before us this morning are three items: a watch, a billfold, and a Bible. The watch represents the time given to us each day. The billfold represents the financial resources that we earn or are given to us. The Bible represents the faith that we proclaim. Now, keeping in mind the meanings of these ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4, James 2:14-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Faith Engaged In Learning Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 7, 2017

Growing in the Faith of the Bible requires many things, and one of the most important of them is a growing familiarity with God’s Word.

Faith Engaged in Learning (Hebrews 5:11-6:3) 1. Paul Henning — nonsense comedy: Burns & Allen, Green Acres, Petticoat Junction, and, of course, the Beverly Hillbillies. 2. Jethro Bodine (still in 6th grade). Instead of being embarrassed — a grown man and just graduated from the 6th grade, he ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Few Faithful Followers PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

Explores God's divine wisdom and power, emphasizing faith and trust in God over human strength, through the story of Gideon.

Welcome, friends. It's such a blessing to be gathered here today. We are here, in this sacred space, to reflect on God's word and His divine wisdom. We are here to learn, to grow, and to be inspired. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the book of Judges, specifically chapter 7, verses 1 to 8. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:1-8

Topics: Courage, Commitment, Discipleship

Walking By Faith And Not By Sight Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 11, 2026

Walking by faith means trusting God’s Word and promises above visible circumstances, human logic, and present realities.

WALKING BY FAITH AND NOT BY SIGHT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 12:1-9; 2 Corinthians 5:7 Key Verse: “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” (2 Corinthians 5:7) Supporting Texts: Hebrews 11:1, 6; Proverbs 3:5-6; Romans 4:18-21; Isaiah 41:10 INTRODUCTION Faith is the currency of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9, 2 Corinthians 5:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faith Over Fear PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 2, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to face their fears with faith, find strength in God's promises, and rest assured that God is always with them.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It is indeed a joyous occasion to gather here, united in the love of Christ and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit. We are here, not by happenstance, but by divine appointment. Our collective hearts beat with anticipation, ready to receive the life-giving word of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10

Topics: Fear, Faith

God;s Super Bowl Game

Contributed by Robert Glass on Feb 2, 2013

Philistines VS Israelites is a "fight to the death" super bowl!

God’s Super Bowl Game (1 Samuel 17:1-51) In, (1 Samuel 17:1-51) we find the story of two opponents. Opponents similar to a Super Bowl except the winning team LIVED and the LOSING TEAM was DESTROYED. They DIED. When we compare the two teams, we find the Philistines Vs the Israelites. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Surviving God’s Off-Seasons

Contributed by Samuel M on Mar 5, 2025

Most Christians in this generation know how to live in God's seasons, but don’t know how to survive God's off-seasons. In God's off-seasons, they become depressed, complain, murmur, question God, and even backslide.

Most Christians in this generation know how to live in God's seasons, but don’t know how to survive God's off-seasons. In God's off-seasons, they become depressed, complain, murmur, question God, and even backslide. God's off-seasons are seasons where God is silent(towards our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:5

God’s Donkey For One Day

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 22, 2024

This was the first time this inexperienced donkey had carried a person, and that person is the son of God. The one who carried all of humanity was carried by a donkey for one day.

And it came to pass, when He drew near to Bethphage and Bethany, at the mountain called Olivet, that He sent two of His disciples, saying, “Go into the village opposite you, where as you enter you will find a colt tied, on which no one has ever sat. Loose it and bring it here. And if anyone asks ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-31

Are You One Of God’s Dependents?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

Every year folks make preparations to fill out their tax returns. It is something that we are forced to do, even though many times we disagree with how our tax money is being spent.

Illus: I heard about a letter that was sent to a taxpayer from the IRS: "I'm afraid we can't allow you to deduct last year's tax as a bad investment." Illus: Much has been said about paying taxes: • April is always a difficult month for Americans. Even if your ship comes ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

God's Chain Of Command

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Feb 28, 2005

Failure to submit to God given authority figures in our lives keeps us from his Blessings.

God’s Chain of Command Our nation began with the revolutionary war. It seems we have been revolting ever since. In the name of individual rights we have crushed the soul of society “submission to authority”. It seems we have been in one rebellion after another. The draft dodgers of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

God's Remedy For Stress Series

Contributed by Andrew Schroer on Mar 12, 2001

By suffering the punishment of our sins, God has given us a lasting remedy for the stress caused by guilt.

Stress. Anxiety. Pressure. It comes in many forms. The cry of a baby at 3:00 in the morning. A huge presentation at work. A sound system that doesn’t want to work when you’re about to have your first services in Doral. The loss of a spouse. The news that your father has alzheimers. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-34

Denomination: Lutheran

Are You A Friend Of God?

Contributed by John Oquinn on Sep 15, 2018

Abraham's' faith on trial

What does GOD have to say about you? Can you imagine what it must feel like to have GOD reference you by name -- as HIS friend? What would it take to be known as a personal friend of GOD? Abraham is said to be a friend of GOD in two different passages, one of those spoken by GOD. Isaiah 41:8 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ