Sermons on The Just Shall Live By Faith:

Stay Awake And Be Ready Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 9, 2023

In Matthew 24, Jesus calls us to vigilance, reminding us that we don't know the day of His return.

"Stay Awake and Be Ready" Introduction: Today, our hearts turn to the words of our Lord Jesus in Matthew 24:42-44 from the New Living Translation, where He admonishes us: "So you, too, must keep watch! For you don’t know what day your Lord is coming." Point 1: The Call to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:42-44, Romans 13:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keeping The House Of God Pure Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 21, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore what it means to keep our "house" pure and provide examples of detestable things to avoid.

The Bible instructs us not to bring detestable things into the house of God (Deuteronomy 7:26, 2 Corinthians 6:14-17). As believers, our bodies are considered temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20), and we must prioritize purity and holiness in our lives. In this sermon, we'll ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:6-7

For Your Camels Also

Contributed by Mark Atherton on Mar 26, 2001

A Labor Day message

"For Your Camels Also" Genesis 24:1-67 1) As Christians, we should not live our lives by the measuring rod. *either the long end or the short end.* Mt. 5:39-41 Luke. 16:10 2) The second mile comes after a good job on the first mile. *the death of Christ means nothing if it ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67

Denomination: Holiness

The Christmas Annunciation

Contributed by Ron Huson on Dec 3, 2004

Why Did God To Visit Us?

The Christmas Annunciation I-The Christmas Story Begins With Zacharias And Elizabeth A-The Miraculous Birth Of One Who Would Herald The Coming Of Messiah B-The Last Prophesy Given In The Old Testament -Malachi 3:1a; 4:4-5 II-The Ministry Of Elijah -Getting The Attention Of The People Back To The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-79

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rueben Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 25, 2022

The book of Exodus establishes God's covenant relationship with the full-fledged nation of Israel. The descendants of Abraham prosper after settling in Egypt, only to be enslaved by a fearful, hateful Egyptian Pharaoh. God appoints Moses to lead the people out of this bondage.

His Name is Wonderful! (Exodus 6:14-25) 14 These are the heads of their fathers' households. The sons of Reuben, Israel's firstborn: Hanoch and Pallu, Hezron and Carmi; these are the families of Reuben. 15The sons of Simeon: Jemuel and Jamin and Ohad and Jachin and Zohar and Shaul the son ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Is Hope!

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Dec 27, 2005

This sermon explains the hope found in Jesus Christ.

If I asked you to define Christmas with one word (apart from the words Jesus and Christ), what word would you choose? Would you use peace, love, joy or some other word? There are a number of words we could use in describing Christmas; however, I want to focus on the word hope. Christmas is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-38

Denomination: Baptist

Give Up Your Small Ambition

Contributed by Tim Gibson on Nov 23, 2000

All other ambition but glorifying God is small and not worth anything.

(1) INTRODUCTION: Jesus taught James and John a vital lesson - our true ambition in this life is to please God by serving Him and others. But the disciples took time to get the message! (2) REASONS FOR, RESULTS OF and REMOVAL OF FALSE AMBITION. (a) Reasons For False Ambition - The Tower ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: *other

The Second Word From The Cross: Salvation Series

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Apr 18, 2001

The dying thief representative of us! People who are in desperate need of salvation. People who need a promise and hope. People who need to be in the company of Jesus now and forever.

THE SECOND WORD FROM THE CROSS - Salvation "And he said to Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom. And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, Today thou shalt be with me in paradise" (Luke 23: 42, 43). We know that there were two thieves, bandits that were crucified ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:44, Luke 23:53, Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Holiness

A Message From Hell To Those That Are On Their Way

Contributed by Tony Cansler on May 1, 2001

A Message to the Lost

A message from Hell to those that are on their way!! Luke 16:19-31 A message of Deception Interview with the Rich Man Matthew 24:4 The devil will tell you that he loves you To wait until you quit some things That you are a good person That you are a church member, and work in the church That ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

I'm Not Doing That

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005

Pride often stands in the way of our accepting the simple fact that Christ Jesus offers us an abundant life. This sermon uses 2 Kings 5: 1 – 14 and Galatians 6: 1 - 16 to examine human pride.

I’m Not Doing That! 2 Kings 5: 1 – 14 / Galatians 6: 1 - 16 Intro: In my high school geometry class we were assigned a difficult problem for homework. I worked the problem and the next day was asked to put on my answer on the board. – The teacher bellowed, “that’s not right – you’re answer is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dealing With Difficult People - Part I Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005

A series dealing with relational difficulties and reconciliation.

Dealing With Difficult People Part I Matthew 18:15-18 June 6, 2004 Matthew 18:15 (NLT) "If another believer sins against you, go privately and point out the fault. If the other person listens and confesses it, you have won that person back. Problems Within The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Motivational Gifts / Why Am I Here Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Aug 7, 2005

Why am I here ? Why do I act and react the way that I do ? Why do I think and reason the way that I do ? Romans 12:1-8 answers these questions and more. Read on !!!

First I want to thank God for loving me. Next I want to thank Lyril for mentoring me. Lastly I want to thank Dr. Vick for teaching me. The Motivational Gifts. Why am I here ? Why do I act and react the way that I do ? Why do I think and reason the way that I do ? Romans 12:1-8 answers these ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Foursquare

"Give God Your (His) Donkey"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Apr 12, 2006

God cannot steal. Here are five reasons why you need to give God your donkey!

Title: “Give God your (His) Donkey” Introduction: Why should I? Has God ever asked you for anything? The truth is God has asked you for everything. Everything that you have belongs to God already, so simply need to acknowlege that truth and let go! Let me share with you five reasons why you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Love

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 27, 2005

This short chapter pictures the nation’s exile and return. The Lord makes known His plans for the redemption of the prodigal nation. Although this chapter is short, its prophecies survey God’s past (v. 1), present (vv. 2-4), and future (v. 5) relationship

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: I read about a young man who was determined to win the affection of a lady who refused to even talk to him anymore. He decided that the way to her heart was through the mail, so he began writing her love letters. He wrote a love letter every day to this lady. Six, seven ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Un-Touchables Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Feb 8, 2005

This sermon uses quotes and historic facts from the story of the Untouchables to correspond to Peter and John and their witness.

The UN-touchables: Acts 4:13-22, The time is the 30’s, there is an organization that is corrupt, taking bribes, involved in breaking all kinds of laws and covering it up, even having innocent people killed because their whole way of life was threatened by the truth. But just when all hope seemed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-22

Denomination: Baptist