Sermons on Good Means Genuine:

Genuine Faith (2 Timothy 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 10, 2024

Do we have that same genuine faith possessed by past generations? Let's examine this in 2 Timothy 1.

Is the faith within us the same as in past generations? Has God saved us too by undeserved grace? Should we also hold the pattern of sound Gospel words in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus? Will we guard through the Holy Spirit that good thing which was committed to us? Let’s find out in 2 ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"A Genuine Faith" Part 1

Contributed by Dave Martin on May 17, 2002

Often we have misconceptions in what the Bible says concerning various topics. We will sometimes plug our own ideas, thoughts or solution to our everyday situations and really mess things up. We have to align our lives with the Word of God.

“A Genuine Faith” Part 1of 2 2Peter 1:1-2 Selected Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin May 19, 2002 Was that skit good or what? How well do we know the Bible? The older girls were Christians for 10 years yet ignorant when it comes to knowing the Word of God. Often we have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-2

Denomination: Bible Church

The Good And The Not Good

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Mar 22, 2002

We all have relational needs that can only be fully met through relationships with each other.

The Good and the Not Good Two weeks ago, Diana, the Princess of Wales, was tragically killed in a high-speed car accident in Paris. Just over a week ago, millions from around the world watched her funeral, one of the most emotional and memorable spectacles of this century. There are many things ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18, Genesis 1:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pain Reveals Our Genuine Faith Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Apr 7, 2008

Trials in our lives show us how much faith we have in the Lord.

1. Remember that Peter is writing this letter AS A PASTOR to those who were suffering greatly for their faith. • Scattered. Suffering. Confused. Perplexed. • They are going through some seriously tough times. • Nero is taking some & using them for his own sick entertainment. • Society at this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does "morality" Even Mean?

Contributed by Ian Hyde on Nov 24, 2019

How do we define morality in an increasingly relativistic, materialistic world? When we realize our inherent blind spots, we find that morality must be rooted in something outside of ourselves, and only the example of the incarnate Christ is firm foundation enough for discerning right from wrong.

A CLASH OF WORLDVIEWS In our passage this morning, Paul is speaking to the faithful in the church at the Greek colony of Colossae, now in modern day Turkey. Many of these believers came from a pagan background. They didn’t grow up with the benefit of stories about God’s providence or saving work ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-23, 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24

Denomination: Nazarene

The Transformative Power Ng Genuine Faith Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 20, 2024

T ang pagbabagong kapangyarihan ng tunay na pananampalataya at mag-ambag sa pagsasakatuparan ng isang mas makatarungan, maayos, at magkakaugnay na mundo.

The Transformative Power ng Genuine Faith Banal na Kasulatan: Juan 2:13-25 Panimula: T ang pagbabagong kapangyarihan ng tunay na pananampalataya at mag-ambag sa pagsasakatuparan ng isang mas makatarungan, maayos, at magkakaugnay na mundo. Pagninilay Sa mundo ngayon, ang konsepto ng Templo, na ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Other

The Genuine Vs The Counterfeit Christian Believers. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 13, 2025

Here are few differences, along with biblical examples.

The Bible warns us that not everyone who claims to be a follower of Christ is genuinely saved. In Matthew 7:21-23, Jesus says that some will claim to have done great things in His name, but He will declare, "I never knew you." This raises an important question: what distinguishes a true ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, Acts 16:25, Daniel 1:8-16

Like A Good Neighbor Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 27, 2025

“Like a Good Neighbor” fits in very well with our text for today. What does it mean to be a good neighbor?

Like A Good Neighbor   Luke 10:25-37 Introduction In a 2011 commercial, a wife found her husband on the phone at 3 am. When she asked who he was talking to, he said, “Jake from State Farm.” She sarcastically grabbed the phone and asked, “What are you wearing, Jake from State ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Is Our Good Shepherd, But What Does That Really Mean?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Apr 27, 2015

Jesus the "Good Shepherd"; is a very under estimated phrase. What does this truly mean, and where is the power in this expression? Does the enemy have a similar policy? You will be surprised.

Welcome Grace and peace to you from God our Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen Today we look at that passage again where Jesus tells us that he is the Good Shepherd, and there are a lot of references to sheep, so I warn you before hand, ... it has a powerful ending though. The 23rd Psalm is ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Episcopal

Good Christian Means: Walking On Water? No - Walking In Wisdom? Yes

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Aug 19, 2018

Paul's insight to daily Christian Life

Weekend Message/Devotion Ephesians 5:15-20 August 19, 2018 Being A Good Christian Means: Walking on Water? No - Walking in Wisdom? Yes Paul has this way of hammering a point, doesn’t he? No beating around the bush here. Todays New Testament Reading begins at verse fifteen, chapter ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am Barabbas Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on May 7, 2016

Jesus was killed while Barabbas, the genuinely guilty, was set free. This is a picture of salvation in that Jesus died so we, the guilty, may be set free.

The Irony of Good Friday… I am sure that the irony that reveals itself in the fact that we refer to today as Good Friday does not escape our minds. From the perspective of all who bore eyewitness to the events that transpired during the 24 hours of that first Good Friday, it was anything ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Confession Is Good For The Soul Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 22, 2002

Confession is more than just what we say... it is what those words really mean to us. What is it God wants us to confess?

OPEN: A woman went to court and told the judge she wanted a divorce. "Do you have any grounds!" the judge asked. "Just two acres," she said. "That’s not it, lady. I mean do you have a grudge!" "No, we park the car in front of the house." By now the judge was frustrated: "Does your husband beat ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is So Good

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 28, 2014

O taste and see that the Lord is good This means that Christianity is something to experience as well as something to believe

Bakers Sods WV - Sods is a term used in the Allegheny Mountains of eastern West Virginia for a mountain top meadow or bog, in an area that is otherwise generally forested. - Two hr. bike ride took over 5 hr. - Back tracking & Wrong turns - Late into Baker Sods - Out of water & snack - A unexpected ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Good Question Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 3, 2021

Paul says, let freedom prevail, and suppress no aspect of the truth, and let each be persuaded in his own mind. This, of course, means that some will be persuaded one way and others another way, and so there will never be full agreement.

A crystal gazer collected 25 dollars for a reading and told the visitor, "This entitles you to ask me two questions. Isn't that a lot of money for only two questions?" Asked the startled woman. "Yes it is," answered the fortune teller. "Now what is your second ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:4-5

Good Friday Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Apr 6, 2020

What is so good about "Good Friday"? Why do we celebrate it? What does it mean to us today? "And it was the third hour, and they crucified him. ..." Mark 15:25

TGIF (Thank God It’s Friday) is a common saying, but there is one Friday a year that is known as "Good Friday". What’s so good about this particular Friday? Friday is the day that Jesus Christ died upon the cross, so this Friday is the only truly “Good Friday”. The Good Lord gave His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:25, Matthew 27:46, Psalm 22:1-2, John 20:17, Galatians 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational