Sermons on Remaining Faithful:

How To Grow In Faith

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 12, 2002

How to Grow in Faith

How to Grow in Faith What we get out of life is determined by our choices. Illustration: Sometimes fear of punishment motivates better than anything else. One mother decided she would put the fear of a speeding ticket in the speeding drivers going past a local elementary school. Every morning ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-8, 2 Thessalonians 1:3-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abram's Lapse Of Faith

Contributed by Mike Honzell on Feb 12, 2002

dealing with backsliding

ABRAM’S LAPSE OF FAITH Genesis 12: 10-20 INTRODUCTION: A. Up until this moment in Abram’s life, he has been a model of what a believer should be 1. Galatians 3 tells us that God preached ther gospel unto Abram and he believed and that it was counted unto him ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Having Faith In A Savior

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Feb 19, 2002

Five things that will hurt what we’re trying to do for the Lord are......

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: HAVING FAITH IN A SAVIOR “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world: but ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Baptist

Building A Bridge Of Faith Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Feb 27, 2002

We need to have faith to build ourselves up and others in the knowledge of Jesus Christ

Building A Bridge of Faith Where is your faith? It can be in someone else, something else or in you. We have placed our faith in things that have not disappointed, and things, which have. The Canadian pairs of David Pelletier and Jamie Sale had faith in the scoring of Olympic judges until ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Non-Negotiable Faith

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 1, 2002

Daniel demonstrates how we can maintain our faith in a compromising environment.

“A NON-NEGOTIABLE FAITH” Daniel 1:1-16 INTRO: 1. Sometimes our faith can become an inconvenience. It will place us in inconvenient situation. a. It can put us at odds with those around us. If not, it’s time you take a look at your relationship with God. b. ILL. When the boss man suggests ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Deep Water Faith

Contributed by William Butler on Mar 9, 2003

God desires that we LAUNCH OUT INTO THE DEEP.

DEEP WATER Scripture: Luke 5:1-4,5 1 And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Gennesaret, 4 Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught. 5 And Simon answering ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The "Secret" Of Gideon's Faith

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 13, 2003

Discover the secret of Gideon’s Faith through his conversations with God. The "secret" is revealed in the first letter of each point. Purge (sin from your live), Revive true worship, Act on your Faith, Yield to the will of God. PRAY.

The “Secret” of Gideon’s Faith Judges 6 & 7 INTRODUCTION I. Israel had been handed over to the Midianites. 6:1, 10 A. Midianites ravaged the land. 6:2–6 B. The Israelites cried out to God. 6:6–7 1. God has always wanted the best for His children. a. He sent them a prophet. ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Be Justified By Faith

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 13, 2003

Too many people assume that the process involves going to church, learning to cite particular creeds or observing certain rituals. However, Paul teaches the Romans in this passage how Abraham was justified (established as right before God and acquitted fr

How To Be Justified By Faith (Rom. 4:1-8) Illustration:God does not expect us to submit our faith to him without reason, but the very limits of our reason make faith a necessity. Augustine. 1. Have you ever considered how to explain to another person the process of being justified by faith? Too ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Testing Of Our Faith

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 10, 2003

Our faith is tested not that God will learn if our faith is enduring but that we will learn if it is. The one sure proof that we possess saving faith is that our faith "endures to the end."

THE TESTING OF OUR FAITH "Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal among you, which comes upon you for your testing, as though some strange thing were happening to you; but to the degree that you share the sufferings of Christ, keep on rejoicing; so that at the revelation of His glory, you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-13, Matthew 10:22

Denomination: Baptist

"The Frailty Of Faith”

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 22, 2003

While we don’t serve a weak God we can have and often to have a fragile faith.

“THE FRAILTY OF FAITH” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 21:1-15 I’m thankful I’m not preaching and indeed can’t preach on the frailty or weakness of salvation! While we don’t serve a weak God we can have and often to have a fragile faith. 1. DISCOURAGED FAITH ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-15

Faith Comes By Hearing

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Sep 15, 2003

The importance of God’s Word is reiterated throughout its pages and no more powerfully than in Romans 10:7 where it states, "faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God"

FAITH COMES BY HEARING ROMANS 10:8-17 INTRODUCTION: It is amazing how little people know about the Word of God, especially here in America where virtually everyone has access to the Bible. Back when Jay Leno was hosted the Tonight Show, he frequently did "man-on-the street" interviews. One night ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-17

Denomination: Baptist

"The Testing Of Faith"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Sep 15, 2003

Our faith will be tested to verify its validity.

"THE TESTING OF FAITH" www.dennisdeese.com JAMES 1:1-18 ETS: James affirms the fact that Christian faith is tested to verify its validity. ESS: Our faith will be tested to verify its validity. (Chapter One - The Examination of Faith) Faith is tested by: I. THE TEST OF TIME (1:1) ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

The Faith That God Favors

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 31, 2004

Biblical faith always has God as it’s objective and focus. Therefore the type of faith that God favors is a faith that trusts God for the impossible, then persists in that godly trust until the provision is realized.

THE FAITH THAT GOD FAVORS Text: Matt.9: 29; Matt.15: 28 Intro: What kind of faith does God favor? The obvious answer to that question is, “Real faith.” However, faith is as much a matter of cultivation as it is choice. Though faith begins with one’s choice to trust God, it is developed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:28

Denomination: Baptist

The Faith Of Father Abraham Series

Contributed by Frank Lay on Sep 20, 2004

In Hebrews 11:8-22, the writer cites the life of Abraham as an example of the life of faith. As we examine the faith of Abraham, we will discover how faith can relate to us.

THE FAITH OF FATHER ABRAHAM Hebrews 11:8-22 “By faith Abraham, when he was called to go out into a place which he should after receive for an inheritance, obeyed; and he went out, not knowing whither he went” (Hebrews 11:8). One of the greatest examples of faith is seen in the life of Abraham. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Reality Of Expectant Faith Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Sep 25, 2004

The reality of expectant faith

Acts 4:23, “23As soon as they were freed, Peter and John found the other believers and told them what the leading priests and elders had said.” This here is a transition into the heart of the testimony of God’s active involvement as expressed in Acts 4:23-31 and the remainder of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible