Sermons on Lack Of Belief:

Why Can't I Understand The Bible?

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Mar 10, 2014

it's possible for a person to know what the Bible says, but, lack understanding of what God wants them to do.

It's possible for a person to know what the Bible says, but, lack understanding of what God wants them to do. I've talked to a lot of folks who say they have a difficult time understanding the Bible. There are parts of the Bible I don't understand, either. Obviously there are very difficult ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Focus! Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on May 1, 2012

Many congregations, as they worship, experience union but not unity. They lack a spirit of oneness. What does it take to experience unity in worship?

“More Words on Worship: Focus!” John 4:1-24 Six people were marooned on a desert island. Two were Jewish, two were Catholic, and two were of Reformed background. The two Jews founded “Temple Immanuel.” The two Catholics organized “The Church of the Holy Name.” ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lovers Leap Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 28, 2022

The lack of an apostrophe in the title is not an error: it's a simple declarative sentence. Lovers of Jesus take the leap of faith.

I love the Indiana Jones movies. I think my all-time favorite will always be the first one, Raiders of the Lost Ark, but the third one, Indiana Jones & the Last Crusade, is almost as good. How many of you have seen it? Sean Connery (who played Indy’s father) was almost as gorgeous as Harrison ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:13-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Church #2 Praying Produces Powerful People Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

A lose connection to God cause a lack of power for many of God’s followers. To learn how to tighten the spiritual connection …

~ Intro: Loose connection … Missionary, Herbert Jackson used to tell how, as a new missionary, he was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his home, got permission to take some children out of class, and had ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Are There Churches That Practices Witchcraft?

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Sep 4, 2020

However, when Christianity is practiced without the power of the Holy Spirit, she loses her protection and falls in the danger of practicing the art of witchcraft to stay useful to society

Recent events around the world may be pointing to the truth of our civilization entering into a new phase along the path of her disastrous history on this beautiful planet earth. With the horizon getting darker daily all over the earth, and the day filled with anxiety and shadows of fear in what ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-2, 2 Corinthians 4:2, Deuteronomy 18:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Connecting The Dots Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on May 4, 2004

To understand the significance of THEREFORE in Romans 12:1, we need to connect the dots between belief and behavior.

During the past several weeks, God has impressed upon me the wonder and the joy of Christian community. Lots of good things have been happening in the life of this congregation. I know I can’t put it all together in one complete picture, but I’d like to just remind us that God is doing a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Brethren

Faith That Works Series

Contributed by James Jack on Mar 2, 2005

Faith isn’t just an intellectual belief, it’s a trust that shows itself in a transformed life.

Faith that works James 2:14-26 As most of you would know, Sydney Anglicans tend to get a bit of a bad write-up in the secular press. We’re derided as being bigoted, intolerant fundamentalists, by more “progressive” (read heretical) Christians. Now I’m a Sydney Anglican, and I’m proud of it, but ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Anglican

A Reason To Believe

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 22, 2001

This was one of my favorite recent sermons, it deals with the aspect of Jesus meeting a person who is strugling with belief.

Mark 9:14-27 A reason to believe Eric A. Snyder, Farwell Church of Christ September 9. 2001 Everyone walks by faith The rationalist puts his faith in science and reason Humanist puts his faith in humanity Atheist puts his faith in himself Agnostic puts his faith on hold Evolutionist puts his faith ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Satan' Great Lie: God Knows My Heart Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 20, 2007

Discusses the belief that we can sin because God knows we really do love Him.

Satan’s Great Lie Part 8: “God Knows My Heart” Last year during bible study when we were discussing sin and our ability to live a perfect life, Bro. DeWayne recommended that I make this subject a part my series on Satan’s Great Lies. Now let me explain this first, the statement is not a lie, it ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good Shepherd Lays Down His Life

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 9, 2018

What is the Good News about Jesus? It is salvation through belief in His sacrificial death and in His resurrection.

Fourth Sunday of Easter B Ian Simmons in his book on bizarre animal stories tells about a group of Chinese shepherds in Mongolia who were put into a difficult place where their large herd of sheep got it into their minds to jump into a lake 5ft feet deep. In took twenty herdsman three-hours to ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Catholic

God And People Of All Faiths

Contributed by Minister Dachi on Sep 29, 2022

This world we live in is a world of religions, beliefs, traditions, customs, methods, languages, regions, languages and folktales!

This world we live in is a world of religions, beliefs, traditions, customs, methods, languages, regions, languages and folktales! This place where we live, this town, this country is not only the world. Human civilization spread across the globe. We live in a world filled with many mixed, mixed ...read more

Scripture: Amos 9:1-12, Romans 2:17-29

Faith & Works Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

True faith is not just about believing in God but also putting that belief into action through righteous deeds.

Alright, guys, let's dive into something pretty cool today. We're going to check out James chapter 2. It's not enough to just hear what God says; we've got to do something about it. It's like being told to clean your room and just nodding your head but never actually picking up a single sock. Not ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Topics: Faithfulness, Spiritual Growth, Divine Grace, Moral Conduct

His Faith, Not Mine Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 17, 2025

Salvation rests on the faithfulness of Jesus—His perfect trust, obedience, and victory—not on the strength of our belief.

(The Faith That Saves and Lives Through Us) Theme Verse: > “Not I, but Christ lives in me; and the life I now live in the flesh I live by the faithfulness of the Son of God.” — Galatians 2:20 --- Introduction — The Problem of Trying to Believe Harder There are moments in life when your faith ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:22, Galatians 2:20, Philippians 2:8, Hebrews 12:2, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Unstoppable Faith In Difficult Times Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 21, 2025

Unstoppable faith is not ordinary belief; it is a resolute confidence in God even when circumstances do not make sense.

UNSTOPPABLE FAITH IN DIFFICULT TIMES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 11:1-6 Supporting Texts: Romans 4:17-21; Mark 11:22-24; Habakkuk 2:4; 2 Corinthians 5:7; James 1:2-4 INTRODUCTION: Faith is the foundation of the Christian life. It is the invisible force that connects us to the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Comforting Words Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

To provide comfort and understanding in times of grief and loss, emphasizing the promise of eternal life through belief in Jesus.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. How great it is to be gathered here, surrounded by a family of faith, in both bright days and dark hours. Today, we're diving into one of those challenging topics that touches every one of us at some point in our journey - bereavement, grief, loss. It's tough, ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26

Topics: Comfort, Christ