Sermons on The Triumph Of Faith:

Our Reasonable Sacrifice

Contributed by Jason Noble on Jan 2, 2003

What does God expect of us?

Romans 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Trusting God's Providence

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001

Trusting in God’s foresight, wisdom and care reduces stress

Unit 9 – Family Lesson 24 – Jacob’s Journey to Haran – Genesis 28:1-22 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the children to understand how to trust in God’s providence (His foresight, His timely care and His generous kindness). 2. Explanation of the Aim: Jacob put conditions on his trust ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Promotions

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001

To lead the people to understand how God promotes faithful people so they can multiply His kingdom’s qualities in their communities.

God’s Promotion in Hard Times Joseph, A Ruler in Egypt - Genesis 41 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand how God promotes faithful people so they can multiply His kingdom’s qualities in their communities. 2. Explanation of the Aim: The Bible assures us that as we humble ourselves under ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Party Time

Contributed by Todd Goodwin on Jun 7, 2001

Rejoicing should be a part of every Christian young person’s life. There are three purposes why we rejoice.

Philippians 4:4 (NIV) Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! INTRODUCTION: "It’s Party Time" Place under each chair party favors, i.e. squawkers, poppers, bubbles etc... Get some young people to come up and lead a couple of cheers and get everybody to scream and holler, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Saul's Unfaithfulness

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 8, 2001

To lead the children to understand some of the errors to avoid through Saul’s unfaithfulness to God.

Unit 12 – Faithfulness Lesson 34 – Saul Disobeys God (Illustrates the Opposite of Faithfulness) Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand some of the errors to avoid through Saul’s unfaithfulness to God. 2. Explanation of the Aim: Faithfulness can be defined as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Defeat Satan's Plans

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 8, 2001

To lead the people to understand where Satan came from and what he did to cause God to kick him out of heaven along with the rebellious angels.

Unit 15 – Satan and His Demons Lesson 40 – Where Satan Came From and What He Did – Isaiah. 14:12-20; Ezek. 28:11-18; Gen. 3; Job 1 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand where Satan came from and what he did to cause God to kick him out of heaven along with the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deliverance From Uncertainty

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 9, 2001

To lead the people to understand that just as God delivered baby Moses so His almighty power can deliver us from any uncertainty.

Unit 16 – Deliverance From Egypt Lesson 44 – A Baby in a Basket – Exodus 1:1-2:10 Preparation for the Teacher 1.Aim: To lead the people to understand that just as God delivered baby Moses so His almighty power can deliver us from any uncertainty. 2. Explanation of the Aim: God can deliver people ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trust God And Do Not Complain

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

To lead the people to understand that we should not complain when God leads us along difficult paths, but to trust Him for what is the best direction for our lives.

Deliverance From Egypt Crossing the Red Sea – Exodus 13:20-15:21 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand that we should not complain when God leads us along difficult paths, but to trust Him for what is the best direction for our lives. ILlustration:In essentials, unity. In non-essentials, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Focus On Christ Not Your Fears

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

To lead the people to understand how to avoid focusing on their fear, but concentrate on the positives we have in Christ.

The Twelve Spies – Numbers 13-14 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand how to avoid focusing on their fear, but concentrate on the positives we have in Christ. Illustration:Where our Captain bids us go, ’Tis not ours to murmur no; He that gives the sword and shield Chooses too the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Leaders Who Are Purpose And People Oriented

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

To lead the people to understand how to choose leaders who are both goal-oriented and people oriented.

Moses’ Last Journey – Numbers 27:12-23; Deut. 34 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand how to choose leaders who are both goal-oriented and people oriented. Illustration:In The Christian Leader, Don Ratzlaff retells a story Vernon Grounds came across in Ernest Gordon’s Miracle on the River ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 27:12-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Balancing Proclamation With Instruction

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

Paul shows us how to balance our preaching with our teaching for the best effects

Why Is It Important To Balance Proclamation With Instruction (Acts 20:20,21) Illustration:Some pastors preach "longhorn sermons," a point here, a point there, and a lot of bull in between. Source Unknown. One pastor never prepared during the week, and on Sunday morning he’d sit on the platform ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hidden Resources In Christ

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

Learn how to utilize all the hidden resources you have in Christ

Hidden Resources (Acts 18:5-12) Illustration;It was 1916, and Hattie Green was dead. Hattie’s life is a sad demonstration of what it is like to be among the living dead. When Hattie died, her estate was valued at over $100 million; yet Hattie lived in poverty. She ate cold oatmeal because it cost ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:5-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Pretenders

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

How to help people face the facts that they are only pretending to be something they are not

The Pretenders (Acts 17:13-15) Illustration:The Bible recognizes no faith that does not lead to obedience, nor does it recognize any obedience that does not spring from faith. The two are opposite sides of the same coin. A.W. Tozer. 1. Have you ever wondered why some people pretend to do the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Riding Out The Storms Of Life

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 11, 2001

When we rely on Christ we can go through any storm we face in life

Riding out the Storms of Life Matthew 8:23-27 May 6, 2001 Introduction A group of golfers were approaching the fourth hole on the golf course one afternoon. Suddenly the sky turned ominous, and it began to rain amid claps of thunder. They rushed to shelter in a gazebo near a metal fence. As the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Church Of God

Delivered To Deliver

Contributed by Richard Rutledge on Jun 12, 2001

Our life experiences are to be used to help encourage others.

1 Peter 2:9-10 Text: Delivered to Deliver This past Friday, the world celebrated St. Patrick’s Day. There were parades and parties. People dressed in green or pinched those who didn’t. Many made a meal out of corn beef and cabbage. (I think I would rather have broccoli) But is St. Patrick’s Day ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational