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"The Shepherds' Faith"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 16, 2002

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Their faith takes them to the stable, and beyond.

“The Shepherds’ Faith” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts In a survey, nearly a third of those questioned stated that, of all the persons mentioned in the Christmas story, they identified the most with the shepherds. They were your average, ordinary, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Congregational

Noah: A Portrait Of Faith Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 17, 2016

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Noah portrays for us how we are to walk by faith.

We're going to look at Old Testament characters and talk about the character traits portrayed by each that God wants to develop in us as His children. The theme of this series is simple: God seeks to stretch us to go beyond our comfort zone so He can grow our character. In life, there are two ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-22

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Wrong With Prayer?

Contributed by Ray Geide on Feb 28, 2012

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An alarming truth is that prayer today is not what Jesus taught prayer must be. Discover the 11 points that Jesus taught about prayer.

An alarming truth is that prayer today is not what Jesus taught prayer must be. Not only does this make the prayers being said today fake but until you bring your prayers in line with Jesus’ teaching, your prayers are a continuous rebellion against Jesus. What should your prayers be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Prayer Keys - Privacy Series

Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Nov 3, 2011

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This is the first time Jesus taught his first disciples about prayer. His first lesson was, “Spend time alone with the Father in prayer.” If we don’t follow his first lesson, we are not following the example or the command of Christ.

"But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you." Matthew 6:6 A little boy was saying his bedtime prayers when his mother passed by his room and stopped to listen. “Bless Mommy and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:6

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Life Right: Righteousness Has Its Rewards Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on May 18, 2020

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The rewards of serving God are a righteous life with him. God rewards prayer, giving, and seeking him (fasting). Seeking rewards without seeking God misses God's best.

Getting Life Right: RIGHTEOUSNESS HAS ITS REWARDS—Matthew 6:1-8, 16-18 ***In a commercial for a credit card, a young man and woman are sitting at a table in a restaurant. The man is handing his credit card to the server, who looks soberly at the young lady, saying, “You know, he’s using you. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-8, Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Types Of Fasts In The Bible

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 15, 2025

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In the Old and New Testaments, we see different types of fasts that brought about supernatural results. Each fast had a distinct purpose and pattern, but all had one common factor: they were directed toward God and done with sincerity of heart.

TYPES OF FASTS IN THE BIBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 6:16-18 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 58:6-9, Esther 4:16, Daniel 10:2-3, Joel 2:12, Acts 13:1-3 INTRODUCTION: Fasting is one of the most powerful spiritual disciplines in the Bible. It is a God-ordained means of humbling ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It's Not Just Faith, But Faith In Christ Jesus

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Sep 2, 2004

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Funeral Sermon for one who has died in the Lord

John 3:16 16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. "It’s Not Just Faith, but Faith in Christ Jesus" He was born. He lived for a while. Then he died. Those three sort sentences sum up a common experience ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Lutheran

Shaken Faith Or Sure Faith? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Elijah Stepp on Apr 5, 2008

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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

Moses' Parents Faith; A Loving, Fearless Faith Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 23, 2008

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What extreme would a parent go to for a child. Most of us would say we would go to the most extreme to protect our children. This were we find Moses’ parents. His parents are an excellent example of an unknown married couple who had great faith in God.

Letting your faith do the walking part X Moses’ Parent’s Faith: A Loving, Fearless Faith Hebrews 11:23 Introduction What extreme would a parent go to for a child. Most of us would say we would go to the most extreme to protect our children. This were we find Moses’ parents. His parents are an ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23

Denomination: Baptist

Forward In Faith 3: Freedom To Have Faith Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 15, 2013

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In the Bible the book of Galatians is all about Spiritual freedom, the freedom that is ours in Christ. The freedom that we receive when we, by faith, enter into a real relationship with God.

2013 02 24 ASH AM FREEDOM IN FAITH We have already spent sometime this morning looking at Freedom. So let me ask some questions: How much do you value your freedom? What does your freedom allow you to do? Are you free to do whatever you want? Although we live in a country that promotes Freedom ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be Faithful To God Because He Is Faithful To You

Contributed by David Nolte on Nov 14, 2016

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the challenges and help to being a veteran for Jesus

“Be Faithful To God Because He Is Faithful To You” 2 Timothy 4:9-18 David P. Nolte We all remember someone who gave his or her life in defense of this land and freedom. And we are grateful. Or we should be! We are the most blessed of all nations. Usually we think of veterans ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Fruit-Full Marriage: Faithfulness (Faithful Love) Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Aug 28, 2011

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Marriage is more about being the right mate than it is finding the right mate; the Fruit of the Spirit make you the right mate.

A FRUIT-FULL MARRIAGE: FAITHFUL LOVE* GALATIANS 5:13-26 Sermon Objective: Loving God and loving humankind is the pinnacle of faith and existence; all Spiritual virtues flow from these. GALATIANS 5:13-26 13 You, my brothers, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

Denomination: Nazarene

The Agenda Of A Storm? Dry Faith? Wet Faith?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 2, 2018

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Let us consider the agenda of storms. No one is exempt from the storms of faith. What do I do when there is so much water in my boat it looks like I am doomed? Is Jesus on board?

THE STORM’S AGENDA: DRY FAITH VS. WET FAITH… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I would first ask us to weigh and ponder this thought. THERE CAN BE NO RESURRECTION WITHOUT A CRUCIFIXION… We hate the very thought of the Crucifixion, but FAITH KNOWS that the crucifixion and all the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41, Philippians 4:6, Luke 22:31-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faith’s Response To The Word For Optimal Profit

Contributed by James Awosina on Jul 2, 2019

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To profit from the Word requires an action of faith. Reading, hearing and receiving the Word passively and superficially is of no profit to a person.

FAITH’S RESPONSE TO THE WORD FOR OPTIMAL PROFIT Hebrews 4:2 “For unto us was the gospel preached, as well as unto them: but the word preached did not profit them, not being mixed with faith in them that heard it” “The Word preached did not profit them…” What a fearful declaration! From the text ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:2

Denomination: Holiness

Walking By Faith Part 2: Faith That Overcomes Series

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Aug 18, 2023

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How can true, Biblical faith help us, to not only "survive" this life in a sin-saturated world, but to thrive?

Faith that Overcomes One of the points I tried to make especially clear in part one of this message is that the enemy of our souls is trying his best to persuade us to neglect or even abandon our faith in God. And, unfortunately, he’s been quite successful—especially so in the last decade or so. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5, Romans 10:17, James 1:2-4, 1 John 5:1-4

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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