Sermons on Trials Refine Faith:

Faith That Works

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

James talks about three kinds of faith.

I. Introduction a. There is a large controversy between Faith and Works. Many churches say you must have works to get to heaven, others say it is “Faith Alone” that saves. i. Paul states in Ephesians 2:8-9, “For if is by grace you have been saved through faith; and that nor of yourselves, if is ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

"Faith Or Futility" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2002

God enables us to find fulfillment in vocation and in family relationships. How are we touching the lives of others?

Psalm Steps> Psalm 127, “Faith or Futility” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts There’s an old German saying: “An Gottes Segen ist alles gelegen”, or “Everything depends on God’s blessing. In Edinburgh, Scotland, the city seal reads in Latin, “Nisi Dominus ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5

Denomination: Congregational

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

A Time For Faith

Contributed by John Nadasi on Sep 14, 2001

A response to Tuesday September 11 attack on the United States. A sermon that calls us to faith, rather than fear for God is with us.

Matthew 24:1-8 Eads and Haswell UMC September 16, 2001 Tuesday morning, I got out of bed and went through my normal array of morning activities. I showered, dressed, ate breakfast, And sat down to drink my morning cup of coffee. I was remarkably pleased with the Broncos the night ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

"Genuine Faith”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Sep 27, 2001

Year C. Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost October 7th, 2001 Luke 17: 5-10 Heavenly Father, thank you for genuine faith, which can accomplish what experience, reason, and probability would disallow. Amen. Title: “Genuine faith”

Year C. Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost October 7th, 2001 Luke 17: 5-10 Heavenly Father, thank you for genuine faith, which can accomplish what experience, reason, and probability would disallow. Amen. Title: “Genuine faith” Jesus teaches about faith as a quality and the quality of a disciple’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The Choice Of Faith

Contributed by Keith Linkous on Sep 30, 2001

Faith is a choice we have to make, even when life disappoints us. We can choose faith, or discouragement. The choice of faith is what God is pleased with, and responds to.

Life is not always easy. It’s not always fair, nor is it always kind. Life can take some twists and turns that we are simply not prepared for. And although we know that life can be cruel and disappointing, it seems that we are rarely ever prepared for things to go wrong. One of the facts of life ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:17-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Vcr Faith”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Mar 24, 2003

To overcome our doubts we must first face them head on and have a bout with doubt.

I’m so glad our God doesn’t impose a question quota on us. God welcomes our doubts, questions and feelings. Sometimes we all have bouts with doubts. 1. Those who are pre-doubters. 2. Those who are doubters. Every once in a while that doubt drives you crazy. 3. Those who are dead. The only ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith That Overcomes

Contributed by Bruce Johnson on Apr 3, 2003

Five things that explain the value of faith and what it brings to believers.

“Faith that Overcomes” Text: I John 5:4 >Hebrews 11:6 says, “For without Faith it is impossible to please God, for He who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.” -Say, “FAITH” (Look at your neighbor and say, “I’ve got faith, how about ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gateways To Faith Series

Contributed by Paul Kallan on Apr 19, 2003

Mary of Magdala searches, Peter examines and makes sure, John believes, and Jesus finds all of them with the gift of a new life, hope, strength and orientation.

Today we celebrate the resurrection of Christ. Through his resurrection Jesus becomes Christ to the world. Resurrection is the certainty and proof of the truth of his message. If his message did not contain the eternal truth of human life, his resurrection would not have been possible. In fact ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-9

Denomination: Catholic

Steps Of Faith

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 22, 2003

A lesson on walking in faith.

This morning I would like to speak to you about taking steps of faith. One of the more difficult aspects of the Christian life can be those times of taking steps of faith. It is important to note, however, that many of God’s greatest blessings accompany great steps of faith. Today we are ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praying With Faith Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 29, 2003

Did you know that before this church had its first worship service, it had a prayer meeting? Prayer has under girded everything at PBC since the very beginning. This morning, we’re going to listen in on another Prayer Meeting that took place in the ea

Making an Impact: Praying with Faith If you’ve been here the last several weeks, you’ll know that we’re in a series called, Making an Impact: Snapshots from the Book of Acts. We’ve been looking at the 6 key lifestyle traits of the early church, using the acrostic IMPACT. I ­ Instruction in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Baptist

Contending For The Faith

Contributed by Donald Carpenter on Apr 29, 2003

Independent fundamental Baptists have sometimes been ridiculed for being known as the fighting fundamentalists. It is amazing what stupid and carnal things some people do while claiming to be contending for the faith. What does it mean, and why should w

Contending For The Faith Jude 3-4 Radio Message May 2003 Jude 3-4 3 Beloved, when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common salvation, it was needful for me to write unto you, and exhort you that ye should earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints. 4 For ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Test Of Faith

Contributed by Mike Schultz on Apr 30, 2003

Inspiration from Scripture when our faith is tested.

A TEST OF FAITH Genesis 22:1-14 It had been a day like any other day when Abraham heard those disturbing words. They were words that pierced his heart like a newly formed dagger. They were words that tore apart his insides like a lion feasting on a zebra. They were words that dug deep into the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Hungry For Faith

Contributed by William Nickles on May 4, 2003

An encounter with Christ is essential for true faith to take shape. Our encounter with the world is then empowered by the Christ we meet at the table.

I made the point last week that poor ole doubting Thomas should not be singled out as the only disciple who had doubts about this new “resurrected” reality. Here is the rest of the story – as Paul Harvey would say – to vindicate Thomas. Verse 41 of today’s text clearly makes the point. “While in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-48, Acts 3:12-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed