Sermons on Underground Believers:

The Mark Of A Christian

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Apr 10, 2009

There are many marks of a believer. This message focuses on what I believe to be "The Mark of a Believer."

The Mark of a Christian John 13:1-38 There are many marks of the Christian that I’m sure we could all name. I would like to focus on what I believe to be “The Mark of a Christian.” “By this all people will know you are my disciples, if you have love for one another” (John 13:35). Without this ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-38

Denomination: Baptist

Our Living Hope

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Sep 17, 2002

Deals with the believer’s living hope in Christ.

Our Living Hope (1 Peter 1:3-5) I. The Description of Our Hope A. Hope defined B. Living hope II. The Source of Our Hope: The God and Father of Our Lord Jesus Christ (v. 3) A. By the mercy of God (v. 3a) B. By the new birth (v. 3b) C. By the resurrection of Christ (v. 3c) III. The Inheritance of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Meaning Of Baptism Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Oct 21, 2002

This message deals with the meaning of Believer’s Baptism.

TEXT: Romans 6:1-14 ETS: The Apostle Paul illustrates the realities of salvation through the symbolism of Christian baptism. ESS: Believers are to live out the new life that Christ has given to them. OSS: Believers will commit to live out the life pictured in their baptism. PQ: What is the meaning ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Faith And Doubt

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 22, 2000

A believer’s life is a mixture of faith and doubt

HEB.11:1;6 "FAITH AND DOUBT" * Many Bible stories have mixtures of faith and doubt. * This is true of the simple account given in Matt.8:23-27. * Jesus entered into a ship and His disciples followed Him. * There came a great storm upon the sea. * The boat was covered with the waves, but Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Three Secrets Of An Effective Christian-1 Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Apr 8, 2003

The powerful work of surrender in a believer’s life.

Three Secrets of Being an Effective Believer CHAPTER 12:1-2 Living-Sacrifice. Now those two words, living sacrifice, compose in English what is called an oxymoron. An oxymoron is a combination of two seemingly contradictory words. It seems contradictory to say a living sacrifice. When we think of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Graveside Service

Contributed by Jerry Stephens on Aug 8, 2011

Graveside service for a believer or non-believing person.

We are here today to remember the life of Brett Legna. Let’s begin with a brief prayer. If you know it please say it along with me: Our Father which art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Vineyard

The Genesis Account

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 5, 2015

A sermon to challenge believers to know what they believe.

"The Genesis Account" Genesis 1:1 Gen 1:1 In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. Introduction: Today we are celebrating a very important day and a very important document. Yesterday was the birthday of the founding of this great nation and when we celebrate we need to read ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Setting The Bar High

Contributed by Rajendra Kadia on Jun 9, 2021

God expects believer to be an example for other believers

Introduction: Have you seen the high jump competition in the Olympics? How the champions are decided? Most of the times there are 2 or 3 finalist and the bar is set for each one to clear. Next attempt is done with bar set higher and the person who clears the bar set at highest position wins. In ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

No Fear Of Death

Contributed by David Gant on Dec 31, 2005

A straightforward sermon that can be used for either a believer’s or non believer’s funeral. It speaks of the reality of death and presents the gospel in a gentle way.

Freedom from the Fear of Death (John 14:1-6 and Hebrews 2:14-15) The scripture says in Ecclesiastes: “There is A time for everything…” Ecclesiastes 3:1 through Ecclesiastes 3:4 (NKJV) 1 To everything there is a season, A time for every purpose under heaven: 2 A time to be born, And a time to ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Christian Community

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 10, 2024

It’s easy to get proud. It’s easy to want to show off. It's too common in the church. Instead, let’s choose to be very humble, serving each other gently.

I’ve been wrestling with God lately on some things, battling depression, anxiety, even questioning God, his will and purposes. And I’m so grateful for my wife who has been there day in and day out challenging my poor thinking patterns. Reciting God’s word to me. She brings the truth up, and just ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:20, Romans 12:4-5

Denomination: Salvation Army

Eulogy For Hattie Smith

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 19, 2006

This is a funeral for a woman who was not a believer, but loved by her family.

Hattie Anne Smith by Rick Gillespie-Mobley Ecclesiastes 3:1-3:14 Hattie Smith On March 27th, in a very small town called Marion, in the heart of western Alabama, in the year 1933, God sent a little bundle of life and potential to Nancy and Adelle ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fourth And 26

Contributed by Ernest Flores on Feb 16, 2004

Encouragement for believers facing seemingly insurmountable circumstances.

Text: Exodus 14:5-14 v. 10 As Pharaoh drew near, the Israelites looked back, and there were Egyptians advancing on them… There are those instances in life when dubious circumstances have combined to create a seemingly insurmountable situation. You may have been rolling along, going about your ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:5-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Seed And The “soil”

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 25, 2015

Un-Believers, Dis-Believers, Make-Believers, True-Believers I won’t I can’t I might I will

The Sower, The Seed and the “SOIL” “The Four Soils” Un-Believers, Dis-Believers, Make-Believers, True-Believers I won’t I can’t I might I will Matthew 13:19-23 When any one hears the word of the kingdom, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:19-23

Denomination: Foursquare

"End Of Times" What I Believe And Why. Part 7 "The New Heaven And The New E Series

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 26, 2011

God had promised Abraham a land forever and David a throne forever

So far we have look at the Rapture, The Tribulation, Armageddon/Christ Return , The Millennium and also answered some Questions , and last week The Great White Throne Judgment and now the last part, The New Heaven And The New Earth. Isaiah 65:17 For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:13

Denomination: Baptist

Whose Report Shall We Believe? Scripture's Truth Or Man's Opinions? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 11, 2025

As Christians, we are constantly faced with the challenge of discerning truth from error.

As Christians, we are constantly faced with the challenge of discerning truth from error. In a world where opinions and perspectives abound, it can be difficult to know whose report to believe. The Bible provides clear guidance on this matter, emphasizing the importance of trusting in God's ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Romans 3:23