Sermons on Saving Face:

Worshipping The Face Of Death

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 17, 2007

Communion Meditation for February 4, 2007

(Slide 1) As we prepare for Communion this morning, I am going to give you, in a moment, some questions for reflection to aid you in your preparation for communion. But first I want to spend a few moments on our main text for today. As we come to this passage, I would remind us of what John said in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-16

Denomination: Church Of God

Panim El Panim, Adonai - Face To Face, Lord

Contributed by Joseph R. Main on Feb 10, 2010

A message to encourage intimacy with the Lord

It feels like a long time since I’ve stood up here, but every time I go abroad and come back to church the only thing I really feel like saying is, “it’s good to be home.” I’ve been visiting the Middle East as part of my job now for about 6 months – and it might surprise you to learn that when I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Season To See God Face To Face On A Daily Basis

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 2, 2025

We are in a season where God is raising up a large number of people all over the land who can see God face to face on a daily basis.

So the LORD spoke to Moses face to face, as a man speaks to his friend. Exodus 33:11 We are in a season where God is raising up a large number of people all over the land who can see God face to face on a daily basis. Before the end times, God is giving this opportunity to behold God's face on ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:11

Season To See Jesus Face To Face On A Daily Basis

Contributed by Samuel M on Mar 1, 2025

In the Old Testament, there was one Moses who met God face to face on a daily basis. However, in these last days, God will raise many people like Moses who will meet and see God’s face on a daily basis.

“And it shall come to pass afterward that I will pour out My Spirit on all flesh; Your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, Your old men shall dream dreams, Your young men shall see visions. And also on My menservants and on My maidservants I will pour out My Spirit in those days” Joel ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-29

Standing Face To Faith Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jul 10, 2011

This was the third in a series of character studies from Hebrews 11. A look at believing in the tough times.

Standing Face to Faith Rev. Denn Guptill Every story has a beginning. And this one is found in Genesis 6:9 This is the account of Noah and his family. Noah was a righteous man, the only blameless person living on earth at the time, and he walked in close fellowship with God. Did you ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

Four Faces Of Love

Contributed by Gary Kins on Feb 7, 2003

A sermon describing the charcateristics of biblical love in contrast to worldly love.

The Four Faces of Love Introduction: Valentine - an amatory or sentimental card, token or gift sent by one person to another on St. Valentine’s Day; a sweetheart chosen on St. Valentine’s Day; the object of one’s affection. St. Valentine - Valentinus -- Christian martyr, c270 A.D. -- ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Romans 5:1-11, 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Facing The Future With Confidence Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on May 31, 2018

Keys to confidence: God has a plan for the future, God is not limited by time or place, God is faithful and all-powerful. As Jacob leaves Canaan for Egypt, God assures him that his covenant promises will continue there.

Facing the Future with Confidence—Genesis 45:1-46:34 (I projected an old picture of church people, stiffly sitting in church pews, with suits and ties.) Do any of you remember those old times, or even some of those people? Suppose, by some quirk of time travel, a big screen would appear before ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Beyond The Sunday Face

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on May 15, 2002

There is such falseness in American churches today. Most relationships are merely a façade. In this “throw-away society” the Church lacks transparency, “realness”. As a result we have become oblivious to the needs of others.

Beyond the Sunday Face · Some will not like this sermon today. · Some will you be mad at me for preaching this. · The Holy Spirit is going to challenge everyone of us. · There is such falseness in American churches today. · Most relationships are merely a façade. · In this “throw-away society” the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, Hebrews 13:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Facing The Future With Confidence Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Oct 31, 2006

Learn with Esther how to understand and follow the invisible God through the incredible trials and challenges of life.

Facing the Future with Confidence May 29, 2005 Series: Letting God Guide You, Esther Read Rom.12:1-2… The question we ask all the time is, “How do I know God’s will for my life?”. Which is really a great question, because it means that you’re tired of living life the way you want, and you’re ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Wesleyan

Facing Our Jericho

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Jun 13, 2007

So many times we try to follow God’s plan, we try to do what God wants us to do, BUT we try to do it in our own timing. And when we do, we rarely accomplish all that God wants us to accomplish.

FACING OUR JERICHO Over the past three weeks, we have been studying the book of Joshua. We have found truths here that have given us great hope and comfort in the midst of our great pain. We have seen God’s hand at work, not only in the lives of the children of Israel, but we’ve seen His hand ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Faith To Face God Series

Contributed by Mark Tonkery on Mar 5, 2012

Faith that will be pleasing to God.

Faith to face God Text: Hebrews 11:5-6 Introduction A. One evening a woman was driving home when she noticed a huge truck behind her that was driving uncomfortably close. She stepped on the gas to gain some distance from the truck, but when she sped up, the truck did too. The faster she drove, the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Encouragement In The Face Of Problems

Contributed by Craig Condon on Oct 29, 2016

Have you ever wished that someone had given you encouragement when you really needed it? A few words of encouragement can really make our day brighter. We see an example of this in the reading from 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4,11-12.

Have you ever wished that someone had given you encouragement when you really needed it? A few words of encouragement can really make our day brighter. We see an example of this in the reading from 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4,11-12. Knowing that his words would fill the Thessalonian believers with the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4

Denomination: Anglican

Facing Our Fears

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 19, 2000

If God can deliver the Psalmist from his fears, then He can do it for us today, too.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. We’re 4 weeks into the new year, & it is natural for us, as we try to peer into the future, to wonder if we should be excited about its potential, or should we be quaking in fear because of its uncertainties? ILL. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:4, Psalm 34:4-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Courage In The Face Of Death

Contributed by Joel Mcreynolds on Mar 24, 2016

After spending time in fasting and prayer, Esther acted courageously. Because God is in control, we can live courageously.

Introduction: Tonight I would like for us to look at the book of Esther. This is a strange book in the Bible due to the fact that God is not really mentioned. This has led some to cast it out, or think that it should not be part of the Bible. Esther in Church History 1. Not one commentary was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fear's Poison, Face It Series

Contributed by James Dorman on May 10, 2016

Challenge to face the fears which may hinder our service to God.

Fear’s poison, FACE it! INTRO: IL: As an elementary age kid I received a present which made my life complete. I finally had my very own set of cowboy boots! I was so proud of them, I would have slept in them if my mom would have allowed it. I have 2 cousins who were born the same year ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-7

Denomination: Baptist