Sermons on Trials Refine Faith:

Faith That Presses On

Contributed by Chris Sparkman on Aug 9, 2001

Do you have the faith to press on through the crowd, to come into the presence of Jesus, and be changed forever?

Faith that Presses On Matt 9:20-22 As always, in order for us to get the whole account of what is going on in an event in the life of Christ, it is often necessary for us to travel to the other gospels for help. You can find this story in the gospel of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Jesus was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Shifting

Contributed by Charles Gilbert on Aug 9, 2001

A message inspiring one to keep their faith in God and not solutions.

Faith Shifting James 1:5-6 When I speak of Faith Shifting I point to the times when our Faith switches positions. When our Faith is moved from God to the possible solution, the way out, or the decision we make. Our faith should at all times be grounded on God, whether it be God the Father, God ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-6

Denomination: Church Of God

The Levels Of Faith

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001

The Levels of Faith - Rom. 4:20,21 - How to grow in the faith using four essential steps!

The Levels of Faith Illustration:Abraham staggered not at the promises of God but grew strong in faith being fully persuaded that what God had promised He had the power to perform it. (Romans 4:20,21) Let us grow up in all aspects into Christ who is the head. (Eph. 4:15) But we all with open ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith In Action Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Aug 23, 2001

Hanna continued to demonstrate her heart’s devotion to God by putting her faith in God’s help and care into action by delivering her son, Samuel, to the tabernacle to live and serve.

We must keep faith alive with action. I Sharing Faith (1:19-23) A. Shared faith with family first (Num 30) B. Sharing bound them closer by watching for fulfillment C. Sharing faith found brought growth: 1 Worship 2 Reminded to obey II Sacrificing in Faith (1:24-28) A. Kept commitment to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Face Of Faith Series

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 1, 2001

Abraham illustrates Paul’s belief in salvation by faith.

Introduction: Did you have any childhood heroes? Who were they? What was it about them that made them a hero to you? One of my heroes was Captain James T Kirk of the starship Enterprise. It was his ability to command and direct that fascinated me. Heroes are human examples of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-22

Denomination: Church Of God

Steps Of Faith Series

Contributed by Keith Linkous on Sep 2, 2001

Part two of the series: "Signs of famine, Steps of Faith." Learn some steps to take to come out of famine. They are all steps of faith!

(Part two in the series: "Signs Of Famine, Steps Of Faith.) Sunday night we started talking about the signs of famine. There are specific signs that show up when a Spiritual famine is taking place in a church, or in someone’s life. We identified several things out of these scriptures that ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

It Takes Faith

Contributed by Bobby Cagle on Dec 30, 2003

This message describes faith and the benefits of having faith in Christ.

Text: Hebrews 11:1,30; Joshua 6:1-10 Title: It Takes Faith! Illustration: It was a good answer that was once given by a poor woman to a minister who asked her, "What is faith?" She replied: "I am ignorant, and I cannot answer well, but I think it is taking God at His word." Faith is a daily ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-30, Joshua 6:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Statement Of Faith

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Jan 5, 2004

A Statement of Faith

A STATEMENT OF FAITH 10/21/01 N.F.M.B.C. MORNING SERVICE INTRODUCTION: OUR NATION HAS BEEN ATTACKED FROM OUTSIDE FORCES WE ARE STILL FEELING THE IMPACT. OUR WAY OF LIFE HAS BEEN FOR ALL PURPOSED FOREVER CHANGED. NOTHEN WILL QUITE EVER BE THE SAME. BUT WHEN WE LOOK BACK OVER HISTORY THIS HAS ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-12, Psalm 27:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Introduction Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 7, 2004

The more I study about faith, the more I come to realize that faith has more to do with our commitment to Jesus Christ than our ability to just believe hard enough.

Faith Introduction Matthew 13:58 - And he did not do many miracles there because of their lack of faith.1 In the Gospels, the word faith is mentioned 40 times. 17 of those times, something happens as a result of someone’s faith. 12 more time Jesus refers to a lack of faith. As we think of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:58

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Evidence Of Faith Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 7, 2004

It’s not the works that produce the faith but the faith that produces the works. It’s our actions that prove our faith.

* Being Salt & Light – ZESTY! – Rev. Magazine, September/October issue, pg. 28 It could be that one of the greatest hindrances to evangelism today is the poverty of our own experience – Billy Graham Christians have become famous for what they don’t do. We don’t drink We don’t smoke We don’t ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Born Of Faith Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 28, 2004

This sermon looks at Hannan’s faith in believing Eli for Samuel’s birth

She was heartbroken, all she had ever wanted to be was a mother and it seemed as if that was the one thing she’d never be. She lived in a society where children were considered to be a blessing from God and the greatest honour that could be bestowed upon a woman was motherhood. She had a loving ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:9-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

Prompted By Faith. Series

Contributed by David Hughes on Feb 2, 2004

Nehemiah’s strong faith in God prompts him to take the steps needed to make the Jerusalem re-building project a reality. This sermon explores the significance of faith when facing a difficult mission.

How strong is your faith? Is it firm enough to resist hardship? Is it robust enough to overcome fear? Will it stand up to the tests of doubt? Last week, we saw that Nehemiah was a man of great faith: the cupbearer to Artaxerxes, the King of Persia, he was devastated by the news that Jerusalem ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Door Of Faith Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 6, 2004

This is the 4th sermon in the series "Unlocking The Doors To Freedom". Jesus Christ is all you need.

Series: Unlocking The Doors To Freedom [#4] THE DOOR OF FAITH Galatians 3:1-25 Introduction: We live in a time where religion is flourishing. The problem is, it’s not Christianity. I hear a couple of questions all of the time- “How do I know that as a Christian I am right? After ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Way Of Faith Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Feb 7, 2004

Where do we place our ultimate trust? In mortals or in God?

Sermon for 6 Epiphany Yr C, 15/02/2004 Based on Jer 17:5-10 By Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson, Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of the Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta “The Way of Faith” One devout Protestant had parked his car near the railroad station ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10

Denomination: Lutheran

A Renewed Faith

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 9, 2004

The apostle Paul speaks about a renewed faith.

INTRO.- ILL.- An elderly man visited a doctor for a thorough exam. After the exam, the doctor said, “You’re as fit as a fiddle. You’ll live to be eighty.” The man said, “But I am eighty!” The doctor replied, “See, what did I tell you?” Most of us don’t mind growing older as long as we can stay ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ