Sermons on Imperfect Faith:

Faith In Healing

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Oct 1, 2023

Everything in Mark chapter 5 concerns itself with healing and restoration: from the healing and restoring of a demon possessed man to the resurrection of a little girl. In-between these two healings are that of the woman with the twelve-year issue of blood.

Now a certain woman had a flow of blood for twelve years, and had suffered many things from many physicians. She had spent all that she had and was no better, but rather grew worse. When she heard about Jesus, she came behind Him in the crowd and touched His garment. For she said, “If only I may ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34, James 2:26, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Legalism Or Faith

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 22, 2023

Do we rely on things of the flesh like circumcision, rest days, tongues, wealth and health? Do we rely on Christ?

Did Paul use strong terms for those who promoted a variety of legalism? So then, my brothers and sisters, be glad in the Lord. It’s no trouble for me to repeat the same things to you because they will help keep you on track. Watch out for the “dogs.” Watch out for people who do evil things. Watch ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Be Found Faithful

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Mar 31, 2025

God is faithful, and He expects His people to be faithful. Someone has said, “True faith shows up in faithfulness. Not everyone can sing or preach, but all can be faithful.” Another observed, “The world crowns success; God crowns faithfulness.”

Alba 3-30-2025 BE FOUND FAITHFUL I Corinthians 4:1-5 There is a story of a choir director who was so stressed out because at least one or more members of the choir were absent at every rehearsal for a concert. Finally came the last rehearsal and he announced: “I want to personally thank the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Contending For The Faith

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 10, 2025

I told the Lord when I was preparing this sermon that he was going to get me in trouble because I am going to be stepping on some toes in this sermon.

But I also told Him I love Him, and I am willing to preach whatever will please Him. Today I will be preaching on BIBLICAL SEPARATION. This is a sermon that you will not hear in the liberal churches across this nation. And when preachers like me and others preach on BIBLICAL SEPARATION they are ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3, Deuteronomy 7:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Of A Child

Contributed by Victor Yap on Sep 28, 2024

Elisha

FAITH OF A CHILD (2 KINGS 5:1-27) A pastor and a lawyer are seated next to each other on a flight from Los Angeles to New York. The lawyer asks if the pastor would like to play a fun game. The pastor, tired, just wants to take a nap, politely declines, and rolls over to the window to catch a few ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faithful- Be Strong Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 29, 2024

This is the 216th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 1st sermon from 2 Timothy.

Series: Action [#216] FAITHFUL- BE STRONG 2 Timothy 1:1-7 Introduction: In talking with some of our Ministers, remaining faithful to God in our Christian lives, is difficult. Each of our Churches have people that have been serving God faithfully; but the enemy seems to be winning the battles ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful- Unashamed Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 5, 2024

This is the 217th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 2nd sermon from 2 Timothy.

Series: Action [#217] FAITHFUL- UNASHAMED 2 Timothy 1:8-15 Introduction: I was at 1 of the Middles Schools at pickup time; and I saw something several times that I have experienced as a parent. The vehicle would pull up and the student would work very hard at acting like they didn’t know the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful Soldiers

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 8, 2024

Remember that privates get medals even the Medal of Honor like Jacob Parrott and Sergeants are the backbone of the Army. Not everyone is called to be a General in the Lord's army.

2 Corinthians 10:4 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) 5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4-6, Leviticus 26:7-9, Acts 13:1-3, Mark 9:33-35, Luke 16:10-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

A Working Faith Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 11, 2024

in these difficult days before Jesus comes again, depend on the Lord and be diligent in your work, because Jesus could come at any moment.

Two young boys were spending the night at grandma’s house the week before Christmas. At bedtime, the two boys knelt beside their beds to say their prayers. The younger one began praying in a loud voice: “I PRAY FOR A NEW BICYCLE... I PRAY FOR A NEW NINTENDO...” His older brother leaned over, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Faith Alone Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Oct 30, 2024

The Gospel of Accomplishment: “You must believe and live right to be saved.” The Gospel of Approval: “I’m defined by what other people think about me.” Here’s our third counterfeit gospel: The Gospel of Self-Management - “You can change. Look inside you for the power to change.”

We continue our series on Why the Reformation matters today by looking at the importance of faith. One of the critical pieces that came out of the Reformation was the belief that Faith Alone makes me acceptable to God. We will return back to Sean’s story a little later today. 500 years after ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-11, Acts 15:22-29

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful- Scripture Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 2, 2024

This is the 221st sermon in the series "Action". This is the 6th sermon from 2 Timothy.

Series: Action [#221] FAITHFUL- SCRIPTURE 2 Timothy 3:14-17 Introduction: For almost a year, Hobbs Schools have been making plans to construct a New Middle School and a New Heizer Middle School. I have been a part of many meetings and I meet with the Architects, Construction Company, PSFA ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Faithful

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 6, 2024

Today we’re celebrating the “faithfulness of God.” We’re going to look at 5 ways God is faithful and then see reasons why we should be faithful.

GOD IS FAITHFUL Deut. 7:9 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: 4 AFRICAN PROVERBS 1. “Before you hunt an elephant, consider whether you’re up to the test.” 2. “When you’re sent to clean the chicken, that’s not to say it’s yours.” 3. “The slippery rock can’t make you fall twice.” 4. “The nights that ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:9, 1 Corinthians 4:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Courage And Faith

Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 28, 2024

It explores the themes of courage, faith, and trust in God during difficult times, particularly when faced with ethical dilemmas.

Introduction Hi everyone, let's imagine this situation: I work at the VA, right? And I stumble upon something upsetting. I discovered that some of the bosses in our Community Living Centers, where we promise to look after our veterans, aren't doing the right thing. Now, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

For Increasing Faith Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Feb 11, 2024

Paul gives thanks for the church at Thessalonica because they were growing despite persecution. How can we learn to pray from his example?

From time to time, I enjoy reading prayers parents share that were prayed by their children. Here are just a few prayers of thanks that I have come across. Dear Lord, thank you that we can come to church today and thank you that no one got their head crushed or lost their arm on the way here. Dear ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:3-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

There Is One Faith Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 19, 2024

Although it looks like there are many faiths in our world today, there is only one faith that leads to salvation and unity and it is faith in Jesus. Our faith in Jesus must be expressed in leaning wholly on Him.

A. The story is told about an atheist who was spending a quiet day fishing when suddenly his boat was attacked by the Loch Ness monster. 1. In one easy move, the Loch Nest monster tossed the atheist and his boat into the air. 2. Then the beast opened its mouth and was ready to swallow the man ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-2, Hebrews 11:6, Jude 1:3, 1 Timothy 4:1, John 14:6, Romans 10:17, John 20:29-31, John 6:28-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ