Sermons on Practical Faith:

Passing The Faith Along

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jun 11, 2002

Biblical pattern for education, public or otherwise

PASSING THE FAITH ALONG 2 Timothy 2:2 And the things you have HEARD me say in the presence of many witnesses ENTRUST to reliable men who will also be qualified to TEACH others.(2 Timothy 2:2) (NIV) Progressive Steps of Education: Step 3 - OTHERS Step 2 - STUDENT Step 1 - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:2, 2 Timothy 2:24-26

Denomination: Church Of God

Faith That Is Pleasing To God

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 19, 2002

To have a faith that obeys. To have A faith that doesn’t question God

Faith that is pleasing to God I. Have a faith that obeys. / To have A faith that doesn’t question God Do you just know sometimes it’s the Lord speaking but you JUST need More? Abraham’s faith / Isaac’s sacrifice Gen 22:1-3, 6-12 Abraham’s faith meant implicit obedience. A. - He didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Increase Our Faith

Contributed by Peter Parry on Jun 29, 2002

Increasing our faith is a gift from God that we recognize in difficult times when we question God less and trust Him more.

INCREASE OUR FAITH (Luke 17:3-6; Mt.15:21-28) Increase our faith asked the disciples after Jesus had just explained to them the need to forgive your brother even up to 7 times in one day. The disciples knew themselves well enough to admit that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5

Denomination: Congregational

Faith And The Power Of God Series

Contributed by Jerry Hopkins on Jun 30, 2002

A sermon on Mark 9:14-29 regarding the confrontation of the demonic-satanic in our lives and the power of Jesus to free and cleanse our lives.

“Faith and the Power of God” Mark 9:14-29 Most of us want to live on the excitement of the highs in our lives. We don’t want to come back down to the valley and walk amidst the unbelief and ridicule. Our faith is not the kind that thrives on the assaults of unbelieving and unkind people. It ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Baptist

Faith That Fortifies For The Fight

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 1, 2002

This message deals with the victory that comes from unwavering faith toward God in the midst of our trials.

Faith That Fortifies For The Fight Text: II Chron.32: 8 Intro: Life is full of struggles, difficulties, and problems. Some are bigger than others. But whether the Christian’s trials in life are of the garden variety, or more along the lines of major tragedy, there is but one thing that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 32:8

Denomination: Baptist

"The Faith Network"

Contributed by Brian Archer on Aug 16, 2001

"As believers, we need to be a part of the network, and share our faith."

THE FAITH NETWORK John 1: 35-46 I. You Must Respond to the Invitation. 1:35-1:37 II. You Go Wherever Jesus Leads You. 1:38-1:39 III. You must seek those who are lost. 1:40-1:46 1. You Must Be Willing to Witness to Those You Know. 1:40-1:42 2. You Must ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-46

Denomination: Baptist

Faith, Hope And Love

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 27, 2001

Sermon on 1 Corinthians 13:13

Sermon for 8/26/2001 Faith, Hope, and Love Introduction: A. Legend has it that a wealthy merchant traveling through the Mediterranean world looking for the Pharisee and Apostle, Paul encountered Timothy, who arranged a visit. Paul was, at the time, a prisoner in Rome. Stepping inside the cell, ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:3-7, 1 Corinthians 13:8-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faithfulness: A Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Aug 28, 2001

A Sermon dealing with the gift of Faithfulness

FAITHFULNESS: A FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT 1 Corinthins 3:1-2 We are continuing with the series on the fruit of the Spirit. Today we are looking at the fruit of faithfulness or faith. It is very close to the spiritual gift of faith. But where one describes something that is within us, the other ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Without A Friend

Contributed by Keith Linkous on Sep 1, 2001

Be challenged to believe God when you can’t find anyone else to believe Him with you. It’s great to have a friend to have faith with you, but is it always necessary? Find out in this message.

I want us to dive deep into the pool of faith, hopefully being instructed and encouraged to believe God - regardless of circumstances or other evidence that says not to. Faith is not only critical in the Christian life, it is a crucial element in the human life. Faith and hope are essential for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Qualities Of A Faithful Man

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 12, 2001

What does it meanto be a faithful man?

INTRODUCTION How do we know if we are faithful? Is being faithful important? Most people would say that they are faithful? In the first couple of verse Paul tells the young evangelist Timothy to be strong in the grace of God. This means that Timothy is to keep in touch with the power of God’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Good And Faithful Servant?

Contributed by Dan Bentz on Oct 4, 2001

Stewardship is an important lesson for all of us, but it’s about a whole lot more than money...

Well Done, My Good Servant? Luke 19:11 – 27 Introduction – The story is told of President Franklin Roosevelt, that he often wearied during the often-long receiving lines at White House events. He complained that no really paid any attention what was said. Well, one day during a reception, he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Baptist

Honor, Humility, And Faith Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Oct 5, 2001

David’s life shows how important our brokenness in confession and prayer is to God.

“Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.” Everything favored David’s success: He was a brilliant organizer He was a brilliant manager He was a brilliant planner He was a brilliant battlefield commander He was also very human. Three Major Failures in David’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Fact, Faith And Feelings

Contributed by Rick Adams on Oct 11, 2001

Living by faith, not by feelings.

I. Introduction Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in America The Secret Service states that ID theft affects 500,000 new victims per year Estimated that 25% of credit card fraud is attributed to ID theft Some states it isn’t even considered a crime An epidemic of even greater ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faithful In Every Circumstance

Contributed by Chris Herring on Oct 11, 2001

Joseph had a variety of trials before him but through it all he remained faithful to God.

Faithful in Every Circumstance Preparing the group for the message: How was your week? Was anyone put in a place of Fear Sadness What was the happiest moment of the week? The hardest? Any fighting Loneliness Bible teaches that a Christian = can find joy through any circumstance. Doesn’t need to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do Nothing Faith Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

What kind of faith do you have?

Do Nothing Faith James 2:14-26 I. Complete faith A. Intellectual faith 1. an intelligent knowing 2. admits that God is real 3. not an overall commitment/relationship 4. even the demons believe B. Works/Deeds 1. By themselves do not make for faith 2. When driven by faith, are ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational