Sermons on The Triumph Of Faith:

I Don't Know What To Do Series

Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Sep 13, 2002

What should we do in the face of life’s stress? Stress is what King Jehoshaphat must have felt when he found out about the upcoming war. We can learn some lessons about stress management from this great leader.

Please e-mail me with any comments or if you use any part of this at your church at Mail4ChrisR@aol.com. I would love to hear about it. God Bless! - Chris Series: “What To Do” See also I Don’t Know What To Do; But I’m Disappointed; But I Just Can’t Win; But Life is Too Hard; What You Need, God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-17, 2 Chronicles 20:13-23

Denomination: Methodist

Ruth Rejoicing Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 21, 2010

In four short chapters we move from tragedy to triumph, from despair to joy, from emptiness to fullness. This book begins with famine and funerals, and concludes with a wedding and the joyful birth of a son.

The final chapter of this quiet drama takes place before the town gate of Bethlehem, where all important transactions were conducted. Here is where the matter of Ruth the foreigner would be settled. After the late-night rendezvous of chapter 3, Boaz goes right to work; he finds his kinsman and ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Congregational

See That Ye Fall Not Out By The Way

Contributed by Daniel Church on Aug 12, 2003

This sermon is a comparisson between what Joseph says to his brothers to encourage them on their way, and what the Lord has to say to us on our way in life.

Text: Genesis 45:24-28 Title: See That ye Fall Not Out by The Way Intro; Before we go into the message let us establish the character of Joseph. He was a young man who went through the school of life, and could say he knew some things about the facts of life. He knew about... 1. The Troubles of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58, Genesis 45:24-28, Genesis 45:24

Denomination: Baptist

“how To Build A Faith That Moves Mountains”

Contributed by Andy Grossman on May 14, 2016

Defines faith and reveals how to grow it.

“How to Build a Faith that Moves Mountains” May 15, 2016 Hebrews 11:1-3, 6, 8-10, 13 “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. This is what the ancients were commended for. By faith we understand that the universe was formed at ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-13

Denomination: Holiness

Learning From God's People

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 23, 2003

We must realize that it is in order to stimulate and sustain this faith, God allows the soul to be buffeted and swept away by the raging torrent of so much distress, so many troubles, so much embarrassment and weakness, and so many setbacks. For it is

Hebrews’ Hall of Great Faith – Hebrews 11 Illustration:Definition of faith: Hebrews 11:1. "What is faith, unless it is to believe what you cannot see." (Augustine) Faith is derived from the Word of God: Romans 10:17 Faith’s demand: Hebrews 11:6 Faith’s design: 2 Corinthians 5:7 The dualism of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejoice In The Lord Always

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 28, 2003

Too many believers forget where real joy comes from. In our self-absorbed society it is easy to think that joy comes from personal pleasures, people or possessions. The following points contain some helpful motivations to obey the scriptural commmand, "Re

Rejoice in the Lord Always (Phil. 4:4) Too many believers forget where real joy comes from. In our self-absorb society it is easy to think that joy comes from personal pleasures, people or possessions. The following points contain some helpful motivations to obey the scriptural commmand, "Rejoice ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Judge Not

Contributed by Ben Setterfield on Jun 26, 2002

Look not to what is on the outside, but to the heart of man.

Judge Not When we look around at society today, we see a world where there seem to be few morals, where traditional values have worn thin. Here in England there are ever rising numbers of young single mothers, of people addicted to alcohol and drug use, and of crime. At an apparently less menacing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:15-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Standing With The People Of God?

Contributed by Steve Pilon on Apr 27, 2001

Being counted as one of the Lord’s chosen requires more than just words.

Title: Are you standing with the people of God? 2,550 years ago a book was written that recorded how God used a young woman to prevent the annihilation of His people. That book is called the Book of Esther and it’s a book that contains the story of a people known as the Jews who were being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overly Harsh Words?

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 16, 2022

It seems that God has had just about enough of their blasphemies and announces coming judgment.

A. Opening illustration: The great Puritan preacher Richard Baxter wrote a pamphlet in which he lumped the Quakers with “drunkards, swearers, whoremongers, and sensual wretches” and other “miserable creatures.” And then—just in case he had not yet insulted them enough—he insisted that Quakers are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Throwing Temper Tantrums In Times Of Testing

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Jan 5, 2002

Explains how the Hebrew mens’ Faith, Integrity, and Trust got them through their time of testing. If you don’t like the title that’s okay, my Homiletics teacher didn’t either :)

Introduction: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego wre commanded by the king to bow down to the golden image set up by Nebuchadnezzar, but they had a F.I.T. They had Faith, Integrity, and Trust. When we are faced with opportunities to either stand up for what is right or back down in the face of ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:13-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

If You Remain Silent Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Nov 7, 2006

Sometimes God’s people are put in a difficult situation and God expects committment. He will stand by those who take a stand for the right.

“If you remain silent” Esther 4:14 INTRO.: Summarize the story of Esther 1-4. Events occurred during the last period of Old Testament history. In the middle of the 100 year period Israel was returning from Babylonian exile. The dominant world empire is Persia. Mordecai and Esther, Jews of the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Feet Shoed With The Preparation Of The Gospel Of Peace And Shield Of Faith Series

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 16, 2015

THERE IS NO NEED THEN FOR CHRISTIANS TO ACCOMPLISH WHAT HAS ALREADY BEEN DONE. INSTEAD WE MUST RESIST THE ATTEMPTS OF SATAN BOTH TO RETAKE TERRITORY NO LONGER HIS AND TO DEFAME CHRIST AND HIS KINGDOM BY CAUSING US TO FAIL.

FEET SHOED WITH THE PREPARATION OF THE GOSPEL OF PEACE TAKE ON THE SHIELD OF FAITH THERE IS NO NEED THEN FOR CHRISTIANS TO ACCOMPLISH WHAT HAS ALREADY BEEN DONE. INSTEAD WE MUST RESIST THE ATTEMPTS OF SATAN BOTH TO RETAKE TERRITORY NO LONGER HIS AND TO DEFAME CHRIST AND HIS KINGDOM BY CAUSING US ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Sailing Through The Storms Of Life: Seabiscuit Series

Contributed by J John on Dec 20, 2007

Seabiscuit is a tale of triumph and perseverance. Set in America during the Great Depression of the 1930s, it is a true story (based on a book by Laura Hillenbrand) of one horse and three men: a jockey, a trainer and a businessman.

--note-- 2003 Universal Pictures and Dreamworks LLC Directed by Gary Ross Book by Laura Hillenbrand Screenplay by Gary Ross Tobey Maguire .... Red Pollard Jeff Bridges .... Charles Howard - - - - - Seabiscuit is a tale of triumph and perseverance. Set in America during the Great Depression of the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2

Denomination: *other

18. David Fleeing: Perseverance And Trials Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 27, 2025

Life as God’s chosen servant isn’t always easy. David had been anointed king, but instead of ascending to the throne in triumph, he found himself running for his life.

David Fleeing: Perseverance and Trials July 9, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 19-21 Introduction When God’s anointed walks through the valley of trial and betrayal, the Lord provides His presence, His people, and His providence to sustain him for His ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

How To Live Without Fear And Face Life With Faith And Confidence

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Aug 12, 2007

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT HOW TO LIVE WITHOUT FEAR AND FACE LIFE WITH FAITH AND CONFIDENCE AND HIGHLIGHTS 1) FOCUSING ON GOD 2) LISTENING TO GOD 3) SEEKING GOD 4) FORGETTING THE PAST AND BEING FILLED WITH 5)THE POWER OF GOD 6) THE LOVE OF GOD 7) A SOUND MIND

HOW TO LIVE WITHOUT FEAR AND FACE LIFE WITH FAITH AND CONFIDENCE ************************************************************************************* OUTLINE 1. FOCUS YOUR ATTENTION ON GOD NOT ON YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES 2. LISTEN TO THE VOICE OF GOD NOT THE VOICES OF PEOPLE OR SATAN 3. SEEK GOD ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:35-39

Denomination: Pentecostal