Sermons on Local Action:

Providence In Action Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 14, 2012

What should an understanding of God's providence lead us as Christians to do?

Introduction Two Sundays ago, we explored the doctrine of God’s providence. Basically we considered how Scripture would have us feel about the doctrine. Do you remember? We should feel humbled and have a desire to glorify God. It should comfort us and give us hope. Providence, furthermore, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Valiant Actions Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 14, 2015

What kind of people are we?

We end our study of 1 Samuel this morning. Next week, Lord willing, we will start a series of messages from the Letter of James in the New Testament. Before we read the final chapter, let us remind ourselves of who the Israelites were, their enemy the Philistines, and Saul. God of course decided ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 31:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faith In Action Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 31, 2018

Are we really the church or a faded glory of a church which once was?

Faith in Action Acts 4:32-35 It has been said: Preach the Gospel; if necessary use words.” This is one of those statements that are pretty self-explanatory. There is all too often a wide gulf between what we preach and what we do. We find preachers and teachers who can explain the text in an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Truth In Action Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 25, 2021

Jesus not only spoke truth, He lived truth. He was truth incarnate, and truth in action.

The story is told of how years ago a hard shell Baptist returned to his community after visiting Jefferson, Texas, and he reported to his neighbors that he had seen ice made there in July. It is claimed that the first artificial ice in the United States was made in Jefferson. When the word of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:6

Faith In Action Series

Contributed by Timothy Enns on Nov 12, 2014

My wife Lindsay, who co-pastors with me preached this sermon in my series and took on this challenging passage about faith and works.James’ readers gave lip service to the faith and then went home and did as they pleased. Applicable for today's church.

Our passage today from James talks about this often controversial passage from James of faith and action. I would like to read it from Eugene Peterson’s paraphrase (The Message) this morning and then we will look at 3 sections individually from the NLT version. James 2:14-26The Message ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Nazarene

Faith In Action Series

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Oct 22, 2020

Habakkuk is a man waiting for an answer from God. God gives him 3 instructions; however, before he receives his instructions he must get into the proper position, once in position he receives these 3 instructions: write, wait, and remember.

Faith in Uncertain Times “Faith in Action” “Part 2” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. Last week I stated that I would be doing a series on the book of Habakkuk and I started out with the subject of tested faith. I said during times of tested faith: – God wants us to understand whether we have the ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-3

Denomination: Apostolic

Faith In Action

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 23, 2019

Just Shall Live By Faith

FAITH IN ACTION GEN. 12; 1-4 1. INTRODUCTION. DEAD FAITH NEEDS TO BE BERRIED AND EULOGIZED. THERE ARE MANY PERSONS IN THE CHURCH WHOS FAITH HAS WITHERED AND DIED, AND AS A CONSEQUENCES THEY ARE LOST AND CONFUSED ABOUT THE THINGS OF GOD, THE WILL OF GOD, THE WORK OF GOD, AND THE GRACE OF GOD. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Faith In Action Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 20, 2021

God expects: “Faith in action” that Believers Must Respond with: 1) Hope (1 Peter. 1:13), 2) Holiness (1 Peter 1:14-16), and 3) Honor (1 Peter 1:17).

1 Peter 1:13-17 Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. 14 As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of your former ignorance, 15 but as he who called you is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-17

Denomination: Other

Love In Action Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 12, 2023

Apostle Paul lays out how we should be representing our faith and our relationship to the Lord.

Love in Action Romans chapter 12:9-21 Introduction- Good morning, if you could turn to Romans chapter 12. We will be looking at Paul’s letter to the church concerning our everyday actions. He lays out how as believers we should be representing our faith and our relationship to the Lord and to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-13

Denomination: Nazarene

A Plea For Action Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Oct 9, 2022

his Psalm is a prayer in which God’s inaction confounds the Psalmist against the wicked. Therefore, he beseeches God to Arise (v. 12) and lifts up his hand. Hence we could call this psalm A Plea For Action. There are many lessons to be learned from it:

I. WHEN GOD SEEMS FAR AWAY (v. 1) A. There are times in the life of the godliest Christians during which God seems afar off and as if He is hiding. 1. A Christian should not doubt his salvation b/c he goes through such times. 2. This will be distressing for Christians. It is not troubling that we ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Youth In Action PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Emphasize the importance of children as a blessing from God, highlighting His involvement in their lives, the power of youth in action, and the blessings they bring to our lives and the world.

Good morning, friends and family! Today, we gather together to explore the wonderful world of children. We'll be diving into Psalms 127:3-5. It was Dr. John Trainer who once wrote, "Children are not a distraction from more important work. They are the most important work." With these words in mind, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5

Topics: Children

Rise To Action PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

Explores how prayerful preparation, active participation, and pioneering spirit, as exemplified by Nehemiah, can lead to personal and communal transformation.

Welcome, dear friends and family of faith. We are gathered here today, not by chance or circumstance, but by the divine appointment of our Creator. The same Creator who, in His infinite wisdom, has ordained this very moment for us to gather, to learn, and to grow. We are here to draw from the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-10

Topics: Courage, Go

Rise To Action PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024

This sermon explores aligning our hearts with God's will, overcoming obstacles through faith, and fostering collective effort for transformation, inspired by Nehemiah's story.

Good morning, beloved! It is indeed a joy and a privilege to stand before you today, to share and to learn from the Word of God. Our hearts are united in this sacred space, bound by our shared love for the Lord and our desire to draw closer to Him. As we prepare to unpack the profound wisdom found ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-10

Topics: Courage, Go

Prepare For Action PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024

This sermon explores how to prepare for Jesus' return through mastering our minds, maintaining physical readiness, and molding our hearts according to 1 Peter 1:13-16.

Welcome, dear friends, to this beautiful sanctuary where we gather, not as strangers, but as a family united in Christ. Let us cast aside the worries of the world for a moment, and turn our hearts and minds to the Word of God. It is a profound privilege to stand before you today, sharing the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Topics: Preparation, Life

Faith In Action PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 11, 2024

This sermon explores how to draw inspiration from the faith of Biblical heroes, specifically Moses' parents, to live out breakthrough faith in today's world.

Good morning, beloved. It's a joy to gather together once again in the house of the Lord, to bask in His presence and to seek His face. We are here to engage with the Word, to let it shape us, mold us, and inspire us to live lives that are pleasing to our Heavenly Father. Today, we turn our hearts ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23

Topics: Breakthrough, Faith