Sermons on Present Faithfulness:

New Year -- New Adventure

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 28, 2012

When we face the uncertain future we need to, 1. Remember the Past, 2. Remember to Prepare, 3. Remember God's promises

“New Year – New Adventure” December 30, 2012 Romans 8:18-23; 31-39 “What we are suffering now is nothing compared with the glory that will be shown in us. Everything God created looks forward to the time when his children will appear in their full and final glory. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-39

Denomination: Holiness

A "Trust" Fund - Tithing - Tithe - 10%

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 18, 2005

Tactful yet Truthful presentation on money, stewardship, and trust. Link included to Formatted Text Version, Handout, and ready-made Powerpoint Presentation.

The “Trust” Fund Mal. 3:7-11 God is interested in your money. Not because He needs your money…for He certainly does not!…but because YOU need it! Since you are imp’t to God, your money is imp’t to God. God is interested in how you secure it/spend it/save it/share it. Immediately, some people ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Shaken Faith Or Sure Faith? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Elijah Stepp on Apr 5, 2008

If we feel like the Author in Psalm 73:1-16 we should ask ourselves the question, do I have a shaken faith or sure faith?

Greetings – Thankful to be here Our text this evening is Psalm 73:1-16 Illustration: Proverbs from Fourth Graders A 4th grade teacher collected well-known proverbs. She gave each child in the class the first half of the proverb, and asked them to come up with the rest. Here is what they came up ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Borrowing From Tomorrow

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 27, 2022

The Scriptures tell us, "Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring." (Proverbs 27:1). Too many people in these last days forget that they may not have tomorrow. The time to be prepared to meet God is now.

All of us at one time have put things off until the last minute, such as the writing of a research paper for school or studying for exams. We put off important decisions at our place of work, or filing tax returns, buying your family Christmas presents on or near Christmas Eve, or asking that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:34, Acts 24:25, James 4:13-14, Luke 12:13-21, Luke 16:19-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 29, 2001

Remembering the Past calls us to live by faith in the present and to leave a legacy for the future!

“WHO’S GONNA FILL THEIR SHOES” HEBREWS 11: 13-40 MAY 27, 2001/ MEMORIAL DAY INTRODUCTION #1: “MEMORIAL DAY” A POEM BY DICK GAYAN NC P2 Lend me your ear, I have something to say about this celebration we hold for Memorial Day. Do you know why we do it? Do you know what was done, that we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-40

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Is Real Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 24, 2001

Three reasons to believe God is real, presented to people investigating the Christian faith.

One of the more creative movies to come out in the last few years was the Peter Wier film The Truman Show. The Truman Show is about a man named Truman Burbank--played by Jim Carey--who was adopted as a newborn by the OmniCam Corporation. The OmniCam corporation then created an entire city on a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:15-17, Acts 17:26-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Who Cares Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 24, 2001

Six ways God cares for people, presented to the person investigating the Christian faith.

(Note: This sermon was introduced with a dramatic monologue based on the life of John Newton and then a reading of Psalm 103:1-18). John Newton could’ve written those words. Every word of Psalm 103 cries out that the God of the Bible is the God who cares. Have you experienced God as the God who ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Waiting For The Christmas Miracle

Contributed by William Yates on Dec 3, 2003

In the story of Jesus being presented in the Temple we see the faithfulness of Anna and Simeon.

Luke 2 Jesus Presented in the Temple 22 Now when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses were completed, they brought Him to Jerusalem to present Him to the Lord 23(as it is written in the law of the Lord, "Every male who opens the womb shall be called holy to the LORD"), 24and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-38

I Am The Lords Servant - Mother's Day

Contributed by Chris Surber on May 6, 2009

A Mothers Day sermon about the present tense faith of Mary, the mother of Jesus.

I Am The Lord’s Servant! Luke 1:26-38 Introduction My three year old Sebastian is often a little mimic. Christina and I have to be careful what we say to or in front of him because he will quickly adopt it as his own. Of late I have been trying, with marginal success, to teach Sebastian a little ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Christian Church

New Year PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 25, 2023

This sermon encourages perseverance in faith, reflecting on God's past promises, navigating present circumstances, and looking towards a hopeful future with divine guidance. Key

Welcome, dear friends and beloved family in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we seek to grow in wisdom and understanding, to be nourished by the Word of God, and to be drawn closer to our Savior Jesus Christ. I am truly humbled and overjoyed to share this time with you all, as we stand on ...read more

Topics: New Year

The Gift Of The Warm Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 24, 2001

Christmas can be a very stressful time. But Simeon and Anna hold 3 secrets to getting hold of the peace and tranquility that Christmas is supposed to offer us.

AP story reported in the Indianapolis Star 12/25/99 Dateline LOS ANGELES – A shopping mall Santa Claus had a meltdown after refusing to cuddle a bawling toddler, calling the mother evil and ripping off his beard and costume in front of startled children. Kelly Fornatoro, 33, said she told Santa ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Problem Of Immoral Church Members Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 30, 2018

It was well known that fornication by one of the members was taking place in the church at Corinth, and it was the subject of conversation among the believers.

October 25, 2012 Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Topic #2: The Problem of Immoral Church Members, 1 Corinthians 5.1-5.13 Lesson 3.0: The Problem With Immoral Church Members Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5.1-5.13 1 Cor 5.1-13 (KJV) Section 3.0-A: The incestuous person among ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Understatements Reveal The Grace Of God

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jan 31, 2009

Although this is a rewrite of Tom Long’s Sermon, published in 1987, I believe it offers a new perspective. 4th Sunday after Epiphany, series B

4th Sunday after Epiphany, February 1, 2009 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we thank you for your Son, Jesus the Christ, your incarnate Word, who came to reveal your will and grace for our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Lutheran

The Real Absence Of Christ Series

Contributed by Michael Pahls on Jun 6, 2001

Explores the tension in our lives generated by the absence of Christ after his Ascension. There is, however encouragement and hope for us, both in the "already" of our present salvation and in the "not yet" of the coming consummation at Christ’s Return.

The Real Absence of Christ Part #1 For Ascension and Pentecost 2001 Acts 1:1-11 1 In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach 2 until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen. 3 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Negotiating From A Position Of Strength

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Too few people learn how to negotiate from a position of strength, confidence and certainty. Philip presented Christ to the Samarians being mindful of his position of strength. First, Philip believed in the power of the gospel, the word of God, and in the

1. Too few people learn how to negotiate from a position of strength, confidence and certainty. Philip presented Christ to the Samarians being mindful of his position of strength. First, Philip believed in the power of the gospel, the word of God, and in the person of Jesus Christ. When you are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational