Sermons on Hebrews 11:1-12:1:

How To Be Used By God

Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 26, 2008

We often talk about wanting to be used by God but aren’t willing to discuss what we must be willing to do for that to happen.

Introduction: Do you think God can use you? As Christians we should have the confidence that God can use us, but often we don’t. Why? The simple answer is a lack of faith, but what does that mean? Jesus talked about faith moving mountains, but most of us don’t have any connection with that level ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Patriots And Prophets

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 27, 2008

2008 Memorial Day Sermon

(Slide 1) The song we have just heard serves to remind us that service, whether of faith, family, or country, is very, very costly. This is a weekend in which we are reminded that freedom is not free, it is a very expensive thing. This is also a weekend that is more important than the opening of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Persist In Our Faith Series

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Sep 29, 2008

sermon looks at Jesus as the ultimate mentor and how we can throw off distractions and unbelief that keep us off the purpose and Christian race that God has for us

HOW TO PERSIST IN OUR FAITH 50 Days of Faith Part 4 of 8 – Hebrews 12:1-3 Acknowledgement - Rick Warren We’re in this series “50- Days of Faith. The Bible tells us we have many mentors, witnesses who lived a life of faith. But the Bible tells us our ultimate witness and mentor is Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

When Daddy Won't Go

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

How do we bridge the gap between generations? This message outlines how the old and new generation can meet and move forward to our destiny!

“When Daddy Doesn’t Go” Text: Hebrews 11:8-10 I. Introduction It is an account that we learned in children’s church. Abraham heard the call of God and responds in obedience by leaving his home, friends, and comfort zone to follow. It is a familiar story. It is a story full of truth about ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Moses Vs. Pharaoh Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 3, 2008

God’s way isn’t always the easy way, but it’s always the best way.

[If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact pastorjonathan@fhfbc.org] For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and out a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7 NKJV). Fear is the opposite of faith. 24By faith Moses, when he had grown up, refused to be ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Passing On Your Faith

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Dec 4, 2008

Our faith should not be for our generation alone, but, like those in the hall of faith, we must have something strong we can pass along.

Passing On Your Faith Griffith Baptist Church – 12/07/08 A.M. Service Text: Hebrews 11:20-21 Key verse: Romans 1:17 - For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, the just shall live by faith. Premise: Our faith should not be for our generation alone, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

After Thanksgiving... Family

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 6, 2008

How do we mature in Christ as a church? What are some of the main elements involved and how can we put them to use for God’s glory?

My sermon last week on Thanksgiving received more responses from you than usual. Responses are very helpful to me. Preaching becomes a one way conversation between the minister and the church pretty easily. I prayerfully seek to bring a message from the word of God for the good of our family here ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Believe In God Or Believe God

Contributed by Sam Tollison on Dec 11, 2008

There is a difference in beleiving in God and believing God

Believe In God or Believe God! Hebrews 11:1-6 (NIV) 1 Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. 2 This is what the ancients were commended for. 3 By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Little Hero Of The Lord

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 12, 2008

Often times a Christian worker goes unnoticed and un-applauded. Never forget God is a rewarder...

LITTLE HERO... WILL THE REAL HERO STAND UP? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. Matthew 19:30 But many that are ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is Faith

Contributed by Christopher Howitz on Dec 13, 2008

A call to copy the faith of our team-mates in the cross-country relay race of life... looking to God and trusting Him through the mud and the pain... because we have another city and different treasure... a prize that is worth the struggle.

Intro… The title I’ve got for you today is, “What is faith?” Hopefully by the end of what I’ve got to say, we’ll not only know what faith is, but we will be able to live it. And to help us along the road we’re going to have assistance from two old pros who we’re going to meet shortly. Hebrews… The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

High Rollers Series

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 20, 2008

A look at the classic Paschal’s Wager using Moses as the ultimate example.

Scene Setup: Will Turner is aboard The Flying Dutchman -- the ghostly vessel of Davy Jones -- on a mission to steal a key to a mysterious chest. The only problem is that he has no idea where to look. He comes upon some of the ship’s crew playing a dicing game. Roll Pirates of the Caribbean ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:24-26

Denomination: *other

There Is No "I" In Team Series

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 23, 2008

The second sermon in the series focuses on the benefits of living in biblical community with other Christians.

Prelude Music again this week is the Jock Jams CD. Play this during the Countdown Video and mute the video. Opening Praise Set A) My Glorious (G) You Are Holy (C) Friend of God Welcome and Announcements During the sermons this weekend we will have several pauses for popcorn testimonies. We ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:10-16

Denomination: *other

By Faith Samson Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 28, 2008

This part of the series examines Samson as a hero of faith. It explores his terrifying rampage, torrid romance, torturous retribution, and timely repentance.

Chapter 14 Samson Do I need to give more examples? I do not have time to tell you about Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets. — Hebrews 11:32 NCV In Will Smith’s latest blockbuster he plays an unlikely superhero named John Hancock. Far from your average, ordinary, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32

Denomination: Christian Church

Four Things You Can't Do Without

Contributed by Eldron Gill on Dec 28, 2008

Four things the Bible says you must have.

Four Things You Can’t Do Without Hebrews 11:1-6 September , 2007 * Interesting headlines in recent newspapers... * Headlines read- "5 kinds of insurance policies you can’t do without" - Health, homeowners, disability, life, & umbrella liability * "Americans can’t do without their credit cards" * ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Faith That Moves Mountains

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Dec 31, 2008

Faith that can move mountains is attainable if we’ll apply God’s Word, being faithful with little for the sake of the little, allowing Him to build and strengthen the faith He’s already given us.

Why is Faith so important to God? Eph.2:8-9 - For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith - and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God - not by works, so that no one can boast. Faith is the conduit. Heb.11:16 - without faith it is impossible to please God. 2 Cor.5:7 - We live by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational