Sermons on Trials Refine Faith:

Mature Faith

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 11, 2006

Study with me the five purposes of the church – five experiences that can make us strong disciples, able to serve our Master.

My brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of any kind, consider it nothing but joy, because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance; and let endurance have its full effect, so that you may be mature and complete, lacking in nothing. James 1:2-4 (NRSVA) Spiritual ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: United Methodist

Faith Alone Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 12, 2017

Romans 3:24-26 shows us that we are justified by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone.

Scripture During this fall, we are focusing our attention on the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. The Reformation began when an Augustinian monk named Martin Luther nailed Ninety-Five Theses to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg. His propositions sparked a debate that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:24-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith That Works Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 12, 2017

You cannot separate faith from good works; they are interrelated.

Faith That Works Text: James 2:19-26 Introduction 1. Illustration: Rena was 3 years old when she went to her first baptismal service. It was new for her and a bit mystifying. As events transpired, she looked up at her father with surprise in her eyes, "Daddy, he pushed that guy under the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:19-26

Denomination: Methodist

The Faithfulness Of God

Contributed by Dennis Lee on May 16, 2021

This Sunday we’ll be looking at “The Faithfulness of God” from the book of Hosea, because God’s faithfulness is not only a reoccurring theme found throughout Hosea’s story, but one that is found throughout God’s word.

The Faithfulness of God The Book of Hosea Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qU5rkpSe22Y Today we’ll be looking at the faithfulness of God. And to do so we’ll be looking at the Old Testament book of Hosea. But before we turn there, would you please turn in your Bibles to 2 Kings 17. If ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 13:1, Hosea 14:1-4, 2 Timothy 2:13, 1 Kings 17:16-23, Romans 9:25-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Contending For The Faith Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 7, 2021

Once their is a transforming moment in our lives there must also be a time to share our faith with those who need to know Jesus as Lord instead of just Jesus as a biblical character.

Navigating the Journey #2 Contending for the faith Jude Introduction- As we continue our series Navigation the journey, I going to make a harsh statement- God doesn’t always wait till everything is good to work miracles in our lives. God isn’t limited to doing things only when things are out of ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Faith And Heritage Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 12, 2022

2 Timothy 1:3-7 shows us what God uses to fashion us for his service.

Introduction The actor Sean Connery has had many memorable movie roles. He is best known for playing James Bond in six of the James Bond movies. However, Sean Connery has also rejected more than a handful of now-iconic parts. Perhaps most famously, Connery turned down the part of Gandalf in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Certainty Of Faith

Contributed by Pastor Sam Georgis on Jan 14, 2023

We’ve been raised believing in things... but the lord said BELIEVE IN ME AND MY WORD!

1 Timothy 1:8 Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor of me His prisoner, but share with me in the sufferings for the gospel according to the power of God, 9 who has saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:8-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith That Prays Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 3, 2026

When injustice and God’s silence confuses us, true faith does not walk away but cries out honestly, bows humbly before God’s sovereignty, trusts His wisdom even when His methods are unsettling, and continues in prayerful dependence until faith rests fully in His unchanging character.

Why does God allow injustice to exist? We turn on the news and watch oppressors rise without restraint. They redraw moral boundaries, rewrite history, and wield power with seeming impunity. The innocent suffer. The vulnerable are crushed. Entire peoples are marginalized, displaced, or ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Unshakable In The Shaking

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 15, 2025

Remaining unshakable in the shaking means standing firm in faith and trust in God despite life’s trials and uncertainties.

UNSHAKABLE IN THE SHAKING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:26-29 Supporting Texts: Psalm 46:1-3, Matthew 7:24-27, Haggai 2:6-7, 1 Corinthians 15:58 INTRODUCTION: We live in a time of great shaking—politically, economically, spiritually, and even morally. Everything that can be ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:26-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Don’t Waste Your Valley

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 2, 2025

We’re looking at spiritual valleys, why we have to go through them, how they can be beneficial to us, and how to NOT waste your valley.

DON’T WASTE YOUR VALLEY 1 Kgs. 20:28; Deut. 8:7 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: “Having Trouble with your Wife” 1. A father came home from work just before supper and was met by his five year old daughter on the sidewalk outside his house. The little girl was not smiling. 2. “Is something wrong, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:28, Deuteronomy 8:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Contend For The Faith

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Oct 14, 2003

People who follow Christ must embrace truth

Jude 1:17-23 ¡§Contend for the faith¡¨ ¡§People who follow Christ must embrace truth.¡¨ Sunday Morning Sermon ¡V After receiving a nasty letter a preacher sent it back to the church member with this note attached: "The enclosed letter came to me a few days ago. I am sending it to you because I ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:17-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Boldness Of Faith Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 24, 2007

John ends his first letter with words of assurance for those who believe in Jesus. John points to five things we can know for certain.

Introduction: A. In 1789, Benjamin Franklin wrote this famous statement, “Nothing is certain but death and taxes.” 1. This past week we have witnessed the certainty of both. 2. Our taxes were due – and some of us even got a needed extension because of the weather. 3. And tragically, we all ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Faith Factor Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006

Faith is an absolutely vital ingredient for church growth

SERIES: “THE GROWTH FACTORS” TEXT: HEBREWS 11:1-12 TITLE: “THE FAITH FACTOR” INTRODUCTION: A. A long time ago, I heard a preacher tell a story about two fools and a flashlight. It seems that two fellows who were not-too-bright were traveling ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith In Action Series

Contributed by Andy Flowers on Jan 29, 2009

How to have an active, living faith.

Title: Faith In Action Text: Nehemiah 2:1-10 Nehemiah 2:1-10 Nehemiah 2:1 And it came about in the month Nisan, in the twentieth year of King Artaxerxes, that wine was before him, and I took up the wine and gave it to the king. Now I had not been sad in his presence. 2 So the king said to me, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

By Faith Noah Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jul 11, 2008

Third in the Heroes of Faith series from Hebrews, this sermon is about Noah and the flood.

Chapter 3 Noah It was by faith that Noah heard God’s warnings about things he could not yet see. He obeyed God and built a large boat to save his family. By his faith, Noah showed that the world was wrong, and he became one of those who are made right with God through faith. — Hebrews 11:7 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Christian Church