Sermons on Misplaced Confidence:

Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the definition, power, and necessity of faith in our lives, emphasizing that faith is not about getting what we want, but an unshakeable trust in God's wisdom, goodness, timing, and promises.

Good morning! As we gather here today, I want to dive deep into a topic that is at the very core of our Christian walk – faith. Hebrews 11:1 defines it quite clearly: "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see." This verse, my friends, encapsulates the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Topics: Faith

Hope That Endures: Finding Strength In Trials Romans 5:3-4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 23, 2024

Romans 5:3-4 speaks of a truth that is challenging yet deeply encouraging: the idea that our problems and trials are not wasted—they serve a purpose.

Hope That Endures: Finding Strength in Trials Romans 5:3-4 Romans 5:3-4 (NLT) – “We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-4, James 1:2-3, Hebrews 12:1, 1 Peter 1:6-7, Romans 8:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Be Absent From The Body Is To Be Present With The Lord (Funeral Sermon) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 6, 2025

Though death may appear as the end of life, for the believer, it is simply a transition from the temporary to the eternal.

TO BE ABSENT FROM THE BODY IS TO BE PRESENT WITH THE LORD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 5:8 (KJV) We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. INTRODUCTION: Death is often seen as an end, but for the Christian, it is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Finding Peace In The Midst Of Anxiety Psalm 94:19 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 1, 2024

We delve into the comforting words of Psalm 94:19, which says, "When doubts filled my mind, your comfort gave me renewed hope and cheer." This verse encapsulates the transformative power of God's truth in the midst of life's anxieties and uncertainties.

Finding Peace in the Midst of Anxiety Psalm 94:19 Introduction: Today, we delve into the comforting words of Psalm 94:19, which says, "When doubts filled my mind, your comfort gave me renewed hope and cheer." This verse encapsulates the transformative power of God's truth in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 94:19, Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 23:4, Isaiah 41:10, Romans 15:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trusting Jesus In A World Of Hypocrisy Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 13, 2025

This is the 44th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#44] TRUSTING JESUS IN A WORLD OF HYPOCRISY Luke 12:1-12 Introduction: Have you ever walked into a place, (maybe a Church) where everyone seems friendly and welcoming; but as you observe closer, you notice some people pretending to be interested in you, while ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

When He Shall Appear

Contributed by Bud Martenn on Sep 24, 2003

The coming of Christ has long been antisipated by believers

1. What do you look forward to?(anticipate) 2. Life seems to be made up of one event after another that we look forward to 3. Some of us look forward to: • The weekend • Eating out • The workweek • Vacation • School • Christmas • Summer break • Retirement • Graduation • Grandchildren 4. Our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:24-28, 1 John 2:28

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's Multiple Approaches To Leadership In The New Testament

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 21, 2001

Paul’s Multiple Approaches to Leadership in the New Testament

Paul’s Multiple Approaches to Leadership in the New Testament Thematic Interests- Romans Group Interests - Ephesians Individual Interests- Philippians Relational Interests- I Thess, 1 & 2 Timothy, Titus 1. Thematic Interests & Reserved - Attention to Major Themes such as justification by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Are The Pudding Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 17, 2011

The proof is in the pudding, and those of us who know Christ are the pudding.

We Are the Pudding (2 Corinthians 3:1-6) 1. Many of you know that I love to cook. When Marylu went to work 5 years ago, I told her I would take over cooking. 2. I have to cook low-cholesterol: no egg yolks, butter, cream, bacon, shrimp or organ meat. Yet amazing how many delicious meals a person ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Practical Living Series Series

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010

• For the past seven weeks we have looked at practical living steps that we should implement on a daily basis. • We have looked at avoiding offenses, trust & faith in God; we looked at the quality of life, covetousness, authenticity, living stress free a

Introduction • For the past seven weeks we have looked at practical living steps that we should implement on a daily basis. • We have looked at avoiding offenses, trust & faith in God; we looked at the quality of life, covetousness, authenticity, living stress free and ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's House May Cease? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 12, 2019

What makes God's house on earth?

There’s a new movie out; Captain Marvel another superhero in Lalaland! But in real life, what do people really look for in a hero?? Who do you think the general public would say are their heroes today?? We do need heroes today don’t we? When we were growing up, we certainly needed heroes; they ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Victories Won In Faith Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025

In every generation, God raises men and women who defy the odds and overcome great obstacles—not by physical might, but by faith.

VICTORIES WON IN FAITH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 17:1-54 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 11:32-34, 1 John 5:4, Romans 8:37, Psalm 44:6-7, Ephesians 6:16 INTRODUCTION: In every generation, God raises men and women who defy the odds and overcome great obstacles—not by physical might, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-54

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Building The House Of Prayer

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Apr 30, 2005

Building the house of prayer must start with the individual and move into the corporate church body.

Building the House of Prayer James 5:13-18 I. There is the Call to Prayer (v. 13-16a) A. The Subjects for Prayer (v. 13-14) 1. The brethren 2. Those that are suffering 3. Those that are sick 4. Those who are rejoicing B. The Strength of Prayer (v. 15-16a) 1. Faithful praying is according to ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Pep Talk

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 14, 2002

The privilege of divine childhood must be followed up with divine purity.

- - - - - - - - - Unless indicated otherwise, all scripture is quoted from the New Living Translation of the Bible. - - - - - - - - - I realize that it’s a little bit difficult to be thinking about baseball at this time of the year – especially when the weather is so grumpy. But the text this ...read more

Denomination: *other

Urgent Action Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Mar 29, 2008

This message is a call to urgent action. It is a call to urgently accomplish our mission--both as individuals and as a church.

1. The first reason we can confidently accomplish our mission is our authority 2. The second reason we can confidently accomplish our mission is our assignment 3. The third reason we can confidently accomplish our mission is our assurance MATTHEW 28:16-20 Back in the ‘80s, there was a big push in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Got Any Rivers? Series

Contributed by Leroy Redding on Jul 10, 2007

Joshua #3

GOT ANY RIVERS? Joshua 3:1-17 Life is continually presenting us with new experiences and fresh challenges. For some of us, these new experiences and fresh challenges are easy to identify. Some in our midst are preparing for marriage. Others are expecting their first child; some have recently ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational