Sermons on Reasonable Faith:

Rebellion - The Faith Killer Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 21, 2005

Many of us are exposed to the gospel, but as the Israelites had a choice to go into the Promised Land, we have a choice whether to believe God when He says salvation is through Jesus Christ. Do you have a hard or soft heart to the Lord?

I grew up in the 60’s when rebellion against authority was turned into an art form. Rebellion says: I don’t like someone taking authority over me. I don’t want you telling me what’s wrong with me, and I certainly don’t want you telling me what to do because what I think is the most important thing ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-19

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Celebrating The Faithfulness Of God Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 8, 2005

We know that God is faithful because the Bible tells us so, and we see His faithful track record.

Introduction A. Well, a lot has happened in each of our lives in the last three weeks, and even more so in the world. 1. Last Sunday when we met together, a major hurricane named Katrina was aiming its furry at New Orleans and the neighboring cities and states. 2. As you know so well, it came ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's A Question Of Faith

Contributed by Paul Shafit on Sep 9, 2005

Eternal life is not a new concept and how to achieve it.

It’s A Question Of Faith John 10:27-30 From the most ancient of times man has held fast to the idea of life after death. Cave dwellers in what we refer to as pre-historic times drew pictures on the walls which illustrated their faith. The Egyptians and many ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sharing Your Faith

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Sep 12, 2005

Jesus illustrates a simple approach of sharing our faith that has results.

Sharing your Faith *John 4:4-38 “Now he had to go through Samaria. 5 So he came to a town in Samaria called Sychar, near the plot of ground Jacob had given to his son Joseph. 6 Jacob’s well was there, and Jesus, tired as he was from the journey, sat down by the well. It was about the sixth hour. 7 ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Story Of God's Faithfulness Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 22, 2005

Naomi and Ruth discover that God is a faithful God.

A. For the past two weeks we have been trying to develop a deeper appreciation for the faithfulness of the God we serve. 1. The Bible declares that he is characterized by faithfulness. a. In Exodus 34:6, God says of himself, “The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faithful To His Promises Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 22, 2005

In this sermon we are reminded of the fact that God is faithful to his promises and we learn how to receive them.

Introduction: A. Here’s an interesting story for you: A man named Russell Edward Herman left trillions of dollars to thousands of people he’d never met. 1. What was the catch? Russell Edward Herman didn’t have trillions of dollars. He was just a simple, poor carpenter. 2. While the wild, wild ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Testing Our Faith Series

Contributed by Dan Campbell on Nov 29, 2006

Sucked in, washed up, and blown over. That about sums up how many of us feel at times isn’t? It describes the certainty of trials and feelings of powerlessness that trials bring.

FAITH THAT WORKS TESTING OF OUR FAITH James 1:1-18 Chippie the parakeet never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage. The next he was sucked in, washed up, and blown over. The problems began when Chippie’s owner decided to clean Chippie’s cage with a vacuum ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Funeral For A Faithful Christian

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 30, 2006

A sermon for the funeral of a Christian who has faithfully served the Lord

Because your loved one had placed his faith and trust in Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and Lord, we can rest assured that he is in a better place than we are today - a place the Lord has prepared for him. "Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father’s ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham: The Man Of Faith Series

Contributed by Rik Wadge on Dec 2, 2006

Part II of a six week series demonstrating how God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things.

Main Scripture Text: Genesis 12:1-4 +ABRAHAM +The Call of Abram (Gen 12:1-4 NIV) "The LORD had said to Abram, "Leave your country, your people and your father’s household and go to the land I will show you. {2} "I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your name ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Bible Church

Running The Marathon Of Faith

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Dec 7, 2006

The "Holiday Marathon" provides a backdrop for understanding the sort of "Marathon of Faith" which we are called to run.

Yesterday we made the colossal mistake of attempting to run errands in the mall and surrounding areas. Oh, I know better than to go to the mall between Thanksgiving and Christmas, but yesterday was still the Saturday before Thanksgiving. And…on top of that…there’s an extra week between ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

God's Extreme Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Dec 7, 2006

The story of Hagar and Ishmael provides a backdrop for a discussion of God’s faithfulness to His promises and to His people.

Text: Genesis 21:1-21 Date: Sunday, June 23, 2002 Author: Rev. Jonathan K. Twitchell You and I live in a society in which it is common for people to look for loopholes. Lawyers look for loopholes in the legal system for the benefit of their clients. Insurance companies specialize in pages of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Christmas - Faith And Courage

Contributed by Robert Fox on Dec 11, 2006

Mary and Joseph lived righteous lives in an unrighteous world. The only thing preventing us from finding favor with God in the same way is our daily choices. Student Ministry PowerPoint format.

This discussion was originally presented in PowerPoint format to a high school audience. If you have questions or would like the original PowerPoint, feel free to contact me at robert.fox@alltel.com A good deal of the content in this presentation came from the excellent messages by C. Raymond van ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

Sharing Your Faith

Contributed by Miguel Pinell on Dec 14, 2006

John 4:1-10 teaches us a method used by Jesus to share the good news

If you are a believer in Jesus Christ, your life is a living testimony to the world. Through the scriptures we find several examples from which we can learn how we could share God’s message; in today’s reading we find a very good example from Jesus on sharing. Here we find many valuables lessons, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Faith 2 Win

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Dec 27, 2006

Do you have the faith to live as a winner? God has called each of us to excellence - but can you live up to that standard?

Do you have the faith to live as a winner? God has called each of us to excellence. He desires that we are winners and champions in this life. King David was a winner. He had the faith to win. Does this mean he won every battle? Of course not. But he was still a champion at heart. David knew what ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-6

To Run The Course Of Faith

Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 5, 2007

An inspirational message to encourage believers to remain faithful even in difficult and discouraging times.

To Run the Course of Faith Rev. Sean D. Lester Sept. 28, 2003 Hebrews 12:1-3 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. [2] ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal