Sermons on rest in faith:

I Will Watch You Work

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Mar 1, 2021

If we like to watch others work, why do we have difficulty looking for or watching God work in our lives?

I will watch you work Philippians 1:6 NKJ being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ; The AMP says I am convinced and confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will [continue to] perfect ...read more

Scripture: John 3:34-36, Zechariah 4:6-7, Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Are We To Do When The Brook Dries Up?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 27, 2023

How many Christians have hit a "dry patch" during their ministry or walk with the Lord, and often we could not understand the reasoning why this has happened?

We could have called the title to this message “When in Drought, Do Not Doubt.” In the previous chapter, we learn that Ahab is now king of Israel. Unfortunately, he was worse than all the other kings before him. Each king prior to Ahab became worse than the one before. Ahab married Jezebel who led ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What If There Was No Resurrection

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016

Without the resurrection our faith rests only on a great deception

ENGAGE This morning, we celebrate what is undoubtedly the most important event in the history of the world – the resurrection of Jesus. But I’d like you to imagine with me this morning what your life would be like today if there had been no resurrection on that first Easter morning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Promise: Promised By Faith

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jan 31, 2005

Annual Faith Promise commitment message

Philippians 4:19 Faith Promise: Promised by Faith Woodlawn Baptist Church January 31, 2005 Introduction I want to welcome each of you to our services today. To our guests, I want to say that it is good to have you in our presence. Today is a special day of the year for Woodlawn members, because ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19

Denomination: Baptist

O Come, And Be Faithful - Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 3, 2005

Inside Paul’s heart we find faithfulness: To the FAMILY, in our FINANCES, to the FELLOWSHIP, and to the FAITH. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

O Come, and be Faithful Acts 20:18-38 [opening PowerPoint clip from Old Faithful] The Apostle Paul took 3 missionary journeys. In chapter 20 he’s about to begin the last lap…his 3rd trip. And in these verses he’s about to head out for Jerusalem, and he has to say goodbye to these saints at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:18-38

Denomination: Baptist

Living Faith / Dead Faith

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Sep 21, 2007

The Bible speaks of a faith that is dead and living faith that empowers the Christian life. This study examines the scriptures that teach about faith and explain how that faith is not the product of man’s efforts, but the gift of God.

Living Faith / Dead Faith Over the last several months I have been praying for God to reveal more about faith to me. As I study the scriptures, I realized that there is much I have yet to understand. This study is the result of a lot of seeking and praying. While I believe that God has answered ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Remains

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 15, 2013

To show that we need to apply GOD's WORDS in our lives everday or every moment we have opportunity.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you apply GOD's Words in your life? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to apply GOD's WORDS in our lives everday or every moment we have opportunity. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 4:6 (Amplified Bible) 4:6 Seeing then that the promise remains over ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Family Names In Stone Owen Cemetrey Decoration Day 2017

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 19, 2018

We have headstones to mark the place of loved ones here at Owen Cemetery as we remember their lives and their names. I was fascinated to discover that right from the very start of the Bible people had been using stones to mark graves.

Family Names in Stone Owen Cemetery Decoration Day Service 2017 Well I hope you have a spot in the shade as we enjoy this summer like day. We gather here today to reflect and remember loved ones who have gone before us to their eternal reward. While the parting of a loved one is difficult it ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:45-49, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Forward In Faith: Confident Faith Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 14, 2013

Do you want to move Forward in Faith? Will you allow 2013 to be the year when you step out of your comfort zone - not just step out in faith but stay out of your comfort zone in faith? Do you have the confidence in God to move forward in your faith – to m

Our theme for 2013 is Forward in Faith. Let me ask you right at the start: Do you want to move Forward in Faith? Will you allow 2013 to be the year when you step out of your comfort zone - not just step out in faith but stay out of your comfort zone in faith? Do you have the confidence in God to ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gluing Fruit ~ Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 13, 2008

Faithfulness is the “gluing” fruit that will preserve our faith and the other characters of the Spirit and identify God’s will so we can be dependable and trusting to God and others. It is the one fruit that we give to God, whereas the others are from the

Opening illustration: Mark Hatfield tells of touring Calcutta with Mother Teresa and visiting the so-called "House of Dying," where sick children are cared for in their last days, and the dispensary, where the poor line up by the hundreds to receive medical attention. Watching Mother Teresa ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

rest As Sabbath Celebration For The People Of God Series

Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Apr 22, 2004

Exposition of Hebrews 4:1-13

1Therefore, since the promise of entering his rest still stands, let us be careful that none of you be found to have fallen short of it. 2For we also have had the gospel preached to us, just as they did; but the message they heard was of no value to them, because those who heard did not ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

How To Rest And Enjoy Rewards Lesson 17 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 20, 2017

How to live in victory

A. ISRAEL’S SUCCESS AND CHALLENGE “After 7 years of conquest, the Lord gave Israel all the land that He promised to their ancestors, so they settled down. Their enemies quit fighting them because none could stand up to them. The Lord helped them win every battle they fought. They claimed the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 21:43-45

Denomination: Baptist

How To Rest And Enjoy Rewards Lesson 17 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 9, 2024

Israel's success and challenges.

A. ISRAEL’S SUCCESS AND CHALLENGE “After 7 years of conquest, the Lord gave Israel all the land that He promised to their ancestors, so they settled down. Their enemies quit fighting them because none could stand up to them. The Lord helped them win every battle they fought. They claimed the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 21:43-45, 1 John 2:16

Denomination: Baptist

4 Things About The Rest Of Your Life

Contributed by Perry Hancock on Oct 4, 2018

A look at the life of Caleb and God's plan for our lives.

4 Things God Wants You to Know About the Rest of Your Life Joshua 14:7-12 Introduction At first glance, this story doesn’t seem too remarkable. But when you know the story behind the story, it is incredible. It actually begins 45 years earlier when Moses was still alive and leading the people … ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Rest Of The Story: Psalm 22:22-31

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Apr 23, 2018

The crucifixion and suffering of Jesus is not the end of Psalm 22.

The Rest of the Story: Psalm 22:22-31 The opening words of the 22nd Psalm are remembered in that Jesus spoke this verse from the cross. “My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?” Much has been said by theologians about this verse about this being the time the sin if the world was placed on Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:22-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible