Sermons on Keeping The Faith:

Faith, Faith, And Faith

Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Apr 3, 2004

This message shows three distinct phases of Faith.

FAITH, FAITH AND FAITH Text: John 11 Tell the story of the death of Lazarus. I. Struggling Faith (Martha) vv 20-27 A. A person in deep water. 1. Trying to find something to cling to. 2. But it is just out of reach. B. If you only had been here Jesus (Martha) 1. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-46

Denomination: Church Of God

Maintaining Your Spiritual Life

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 29, 2005

keep on keeping on

Intro: a while back Brother Rushing made this statement about machinery. It will only be as good as the amount of maintenance you put into it. There are many people who have a very rigid maintenance schedule on their mowers, cars, trucks, boats, weed-eaters, etc. They all have long life ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Faithful, Imperfect People

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 15, 2008

This sermon is based on the book Messy Spirituality by Michael Yaconelli. It is an encouragement to keep serving in spite of our imperfections.

A. There’s a story told of a preacher who was preaching a message about the fact that no one is perfect. 1. To prove his point he asked for anyone who was perfect to stand up. 2. One man stood up in the middle of the congregation. 3. The preacher asked him, “Do you really think you are ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keep On Doing All The Good You Can

Contributed by Charles Lane Iii on Jul 17, 2004

An encouragement to be faithful and persistent in following the example of Jesus Christ in doing good, doing all the good we can.

DO ALL THE GOOD YOU CAN Text: Galatians 6:9-10 9 And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. 10 As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith. I. WE BECOME WEARY, DISCOURAGED. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9-10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Living A Focused Life Part 1 Series

Contributed by David Derry on Nov 21, 2002

Keep focused and keep pressing on - Peter

November 3, 2002 Living a focused life – part 1 Show video clip from Runaway Bride (…focus on Maggie…focus on your eggs) Today we are beginning our discussion on “living a focused life”. As is demonstrated in the video clip we just say, it’s easy for some of us to become distracted and focus on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

Ending Well PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

To inspire us to live our lives with a single passion for displaying God's excellence, as we strive to fight the good fight, finish our race, and keep the faith, just like Apostle Paul did.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we're going to delve into a powerful passage from 2 Timothy 4:7-8 where the Apostle Paul, nearing the end of his earthly journey, gives us some profound insights. Opening Scripture Reading – He says, "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Topics: Ending The Year

How Do We Keep Hope Alive? Now!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 8, 2025

We need LIVING HOPE ALIVE AND WELL IN THE CHURCH . Do we realize the enemy desires to kill and destroy hope in the church? Be positive, stay focused on keeping hope alive and well.

HOW DO WE KEEP HOPE ALIVE? NOW! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) WHAT IS THE ENEMY OF BEST? I say good is the enemy of best. Often when we get good at something we will never improve? Me thinks God would like us to get better, then get BEST. NOW WE ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Psalm 71:14, 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

By Faith

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 9, 2023

DO I TRUST GOD? I can't see? I can't feel? WHAT IS FAITH? Do I trust this bad stuff can bring good stuff?

BY FAITH… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) I AGAIN FIND MY SELF SEARCHING: DO I TRUST GOD? DO I REALLY TRUST GOD? OFTEN FAITH DIES IN NEGATIVE, REACTIVE AND PASSIVE SOIL… QUE SERA SERA: WHAT WILL BE WILL BE. FAITH MUST STAY POSITIVE AND BE PRO-ACTIVE. ...read more

Scripture: James 2:17-19, Job 19:25-26, Romans 12:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We're Doing Life Together Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Aug 21, 2016

It’s one thing to believe God brings us together as the body of Christ for His glory, and it is another to act upon what you believe. We can believe all the right stuff, but faith without works is still dead right? Let's walk together in covenant.

Learning to Live in Covenant - We’re Doing Life Together Amos 3:3 Do two walk together unless they have agreed to do so? Introduction: We've all watched Charlie Brown try to kick that football, but every time Lucy pulls it away. Would Charlie be better off without having Lucy as a friend, ...read more

Scripture: Amos 3:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hannah: A Woman Of Faith

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 14, 2007

Women of faith 1)exhibit real problems 2)express vibrant prayers. 3)experience God’s provision 4) excel at keeping their promises, and 5)explode with praise

Debbie Trickett from Atlanta, Georgia, knows the heart-wrenching challenge of infertility. But Debbie also knows the heart-changing power of savoring God’s presence and goodness. (Taken from True Women by Susan Hunt, (c)1997. Crossway Books, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers, Wheaton, ...read more

Denomination: Other

Faithful In All Things At All Times

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 22, 2021

Words of encouragement can keep us moving forward in the right direction.

There was a young pastor who said he served alongside the senior pastor and he witnessed him writing 5 to 10 notes of encouragement every Monday. He sent these notes to different people in the church. At the time, he didn't really understand the importance of what he was doing. Why spend so ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13, Philippians 3:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024

Explores the nature of faith as an active trust in God, the example of Jesus' unwavering faith, and the visible fruits of our faith.

Good morning, dear family in Christ. It is indeed a blessing to be gathered here today, united by our shared faith, and warmed by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. In this sacred space, we are reminded of the deep well of wisdom that is the Word of God, and the transformative power it holds. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Topics: Faith

Life Of Faith: Defined Series

Contributed by Todd Brock on Nov 13, 2008

Is there anything we can do to protect the work of God in our lives and keep us from having the type of religion that is stale and boring? Yes, it’s called living by faith!

Introduction: There was a man who used to have problems getting his son to clean his room. He would insist that his son, “Do it now,” and he would always agree to do so, but then he wouldn’t follow through – at least, not right way. After high school, the son joined the Marine Corps. When he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

How We Find Trouble

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jun 29, 2012

We have to stay on gard twenty four seven

HOW WE FIND TROUBLE 2ND Samuel 11: 1And it came to pass, after the year was expired, at the time when kings go forth to battle, that David sent Joab, and his servants with him, and all Israel; and they destroyed the children of Ammon, and besieged Rabbah. But David ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Faithfulness To The Faith Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 3, 2003

We are only one generation from extinction. It is vitally important to pass along our faith to the next leaders of the church.

March 2, 2003 23In those days I also saw that the Jews had married women from Ashdod, Ammon and Moab. 24As for their children, half spoke in the language of Ashdod, and none of them was able to speak the language of Judah, but the language of his own people. 25So I contended with them and cursed ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:23-31

Denomination: United Methodist