Sermons on Living In Faith:

Tips For Talking By Faith Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 1, 2007

More biblical steps to taking control of the communication in your life.

(Certainly not an exhaustive outline of what the Bible says about speech - but an offering of several key hot spots that require out attention.) 1. SPEAK SOFTLY AND DON’T CARRY A BIG EGO. "A gentle answer will calm a person’s anger, but an unkind answer will cause more anger." Proverbs 15:1 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Three Faces Of Faith Series

Contributed by Vincent Oliver on May 1, 2007

In feeding the 5000 Jesus demonstrated His concern for the basic needs of man and His need to strengthen His disciples’ faith.

“The Three Faces of Faith” Pastor V. P. Oliver John 6: 5-11 The occasion of our text, Jesus feeding 5000 with a few loaves of barley bread and couple pieces of dried fish, was a miracle of such magnitude that it is recorded in all four Gospels. The Apostle John, the writer of this account, tells ...read more

Scripture: John 6:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Faith Of An Unnamed Woman Series

Contributed by Neil Partington on Jun 28, 2007

We all remember people throughout history who have made an impact. But what about the unnamed people who impact us as well. Today we look at one of those unnamed women who had an impact then, but also now.

An unnamed woman characterized and remembered by her physical suffering. Day in and day out, this woman was reminded of her uncleanliness She was forbidden from worshiping God in the temple And she was to be removed from society so as not to contaminate others Our Bible’s refer to her as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:43-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Funeral For A Faithful Christian

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 30, 2006

A sermon for the funeral of a Christian who has faithfully served the Lord

Because your loved one had placed his faith and trust in Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and Lord, we can rest assured that he is in a better place than we are today - a place the Lord has prepared for him. "Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father’s ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Exchanging Fear For Faith Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jul 11, 2007

Examining how believers can give God their fear and receive faith

When we understand three things about fear from this text, we can learn what will enable us to exchange that fear for faith. 1. The SOURCE of Fear A. Some fear trials (1 Kings 19:3) B. Some fear trouble (1 Sam. 17:24) C. Some fear tomorrow (Matt. 6:34) D. Some fear the tomb (Ps. 23:4) 2. The SIN ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Great Is Thy Faithfulness

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Aug 12, 2007

Sermon on the faithfulness of God

Great Is Thy Faithfulness Lamentations 3:21-23 When we think of faithfulness we think of someone who is, firm in his or her commitment. We think of someone who is permanent in his or her position. We think of someone who is reliable. When we think of the many people of the Scriptures that ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:21-23

Denomination: *other

The Value Of Persistent Faith

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 14, 2007

Message about the please of a Canaanite woman for her daughter’s healing.

The Value of Persistent Faith Matthew 15:21-28 January 14, 2007 When Noble was just a little baby, he faced a life-threatening illness (details); we’ve also had other children who, when we went to the hospital, had rather slim outlooks. And all Debra and I could do was cry and cry out to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Wesleyan

No Such Thing As Secret Faith

Contributed by Sam Peters on Mar 1, 2007

A youth devotion and contemporary message regarding faith and works from James.

No Such Thing as Secret Faith James 2:14-26 14 What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? 15 Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. 16 If one of you says to him, "Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed," but ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Three Kinds Of Faith

Contributed by Monte Brown on Mar 6, 2007

What type of heart should we have to serve God?

I. A Caring Heart 1 Thessalonians 5:15 See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all. II. A Joyful Heart 1 Thessalonians 5:16 Rejoice always, III. A Prayerful Heart 1 Thessalonians 5:17 pray without ceasing, IV. A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Thankful Hearts: Faith Series

Contributed by James Stewart on Nov 17, 2006

We should be thankful for faith in all circumstances and productive by sharing our faith with others.

HOW DOES ONE GET FAITH? I. Faith Comes through Jesus. By faith in the name of Jesus, this man whom you see and know was made strong. It is Jesus’ name and the faith that comes through him that has given this complete healing to him, as you can all see. Acts 3:16 HOW DOES ONE KEEP FAITH? II. ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Taking The Step Of Faith Series

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Apr 27, 2006

Nehemiah waited on God and when he saw the open door he was not afraid to take the step of faith. It could have cost him his job and even his life but he was prayed up and ready.

Nehemiah (#2 message in our study of Nehemiah) Ecclesiastes 3:1 “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven.” Timing dictates the order things happen and it also sets the pace by which it happens. 1. Recognize God’s timing 2. Accept God’s timing 3. Get in ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Speaking Of Our Faith

Contributed by Larry Finley on May 8, 2006

What are people saying about our faith?

SPEAKING OF OUR FAITH ROMANS 1:8 I. A CERTAIN FAITH A. There is A False or Invalid Faith 1. Faith Based On Feelings 2. Faith Based on an Event 3. Faith Based on Belief James 2:19 (KJV) 4. Faith Based on Religion Micah 6:6-8 (KJV) 6 Wherewith shall I come before the LORD, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Faith And Being "Incredible" Series

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on May 15, 2006

A look at what it takes to be incredible for God

Introduction Clip from “Incredibles” Remember at the start of the series we talked about super-heroes like Mr Incredible. Well this chapter shows we can be incredible too by faith. We have a list of people who did and endured incredible things for God – they conquered, escaped, overcame lions, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith Tested And Triumphant Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 15

FAITH TESTED AND TRIUMPHANT Here we have the :- Matthew 15 v. 21 - 28 - Syro-phoenican woman, v. 29 - 39 -and the feeding of the multitudes. see the woman’s problem here:- Note 1. Her dilemna v. 22 "my daughter is grievously vexed with a devil" (a) Here was a problem (fairly common) her daughter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-39

Denomination: Holiness

God's Faithful Messengers Series

Contributed by Philip Kruis on Dec 17, 2001

God uses his faithful messengers, both throught their presence and their message, to assure that message sent is message received.

God’s Faithful Messengers Luke 1:26-38, 2:8-14 Introduction: "I know you believe you understand what you think I said, but I’m not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant." Wow! How many times do we communicate like that? Far too often I imagine. I’m currently doing premarital ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14, Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed