Sermons on Vibrant Faith:

An Atmosphere Of Faith

Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Aug 31, 2002

Creating an atmosphere of faith can change how we view a Sunday service.

An Atmosphere of Faith Open: Have you ever walked into the middle of a conversation and all of a sudden it gets real quiet, and you get the sense that these two people have been arguing. And you say to yourself or someone else later, “Boy the air was so thick, you could cut it with a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-5, Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Obedience Of Faith

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 5, 2002

Can mere belief in God and the truths of His Word win the Lord’s approval and blessings? To the contrary, the Scriptures plainly teach that only a faith that leads to obedience to God wins approval and reward.

When one reads the Letter to the Romans and then reads the Letter of James, there may appear to be a contradiction. Romans 4:1-6 clearly teaches that we are justified by faith apart from works. However, James 2:24 says that a man is justified by works and not by faith alone. Martin Luther saw ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:26-27, James 2:24-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith That Fails Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 16, 2002

The fourth of six on James. Not all faith is powerful. There is a faith that fails. There is a faith that is worthless. James says that faith without works is dead. The deeds we do are the natural outgrowth of our faith. If there are no deeds, no wo

Faith that Fails Not all faith is powerful. There is a faith that fails. There is a faith that is worthless. James says that faith without works is dead. The deeds we do are the natural outgrowth of our faith. If there are no deeds, no works of the flesh, then there is no real faith because ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Certainty Of Faith

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Sep 16, 2002

Romans 8:28 runs a close second to John 3:16 as one of the best know and loved verses in the Bible. It comes to the heart of every Christian when facing a time of crisis, difficulty or trial. It comes to the mind of the Christian when circumstances are

The Certainty of Faith Romans 8:28 runs a close second to John 3:16 as one of the best know and loved verses in the Bible. It comes to the heart of every Christian when facing a time of crisis, difficulty or trial. It comes to the mind of the Christian when circumstances are too difficult to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Faith On Fire

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 26, 2002

having faith requires a personal relationship with God through devotions and worship, following the life of Christ and practicing using your faith

I tell you the truth if you have faith as small as a mustard seed you can say to this mountain Move from here to there and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you. Matt 17:20-21 Do you have faith as small as a mustard seed? I do not see any mountains around here for if you have ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30, Matthew 17:20-21, Matthew 17:17-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Faithful Or Fruitful

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Oct 7, 2002

It is possible for one to consider himself faithful but still not produce any practical fruit for the kingdom of Christ.

FAITHFUL OR FRUITFUL? Matt. 25:14-30 INTRO. Parables defined -- a story used to illustrate a spiritual truth. Why Jesus used parables -- Matt. 13:10-11 So this parable is to teach us some spiritual truth about the working of the kingdom of heaven. In order to find that truth we must ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

A Living Faith Series

Contributed by Steve Salmon on Oct 9, 2002

This sermon deals with the Irony, absolute and longing of faith.

A Living Faith Hebrews 11 SICC 9/15/02 (Morning) INTRODUCTION: What is living by faith? Buy stocks when market is low? I live by faith because I never buy rock salt until I see ice. I have faith there won’t be any snow. Two ideas of faith. One is doctrine. Be true to “the faith.” Pass “the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Flood Faith Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 13, 2002

God tells us that Noah is a perfect example of Godly faith. What was so impressive about Noah’s faith that we could learn from?

ALL I REALLY NEED TO KNOW I LEARNED FROM NOAH’S ARK o Plan ahead. It wasn’t raining when Noah built the ark. o Noah didn’t wait for his ship to come in, he built one. o Stay fit. When you’re 600 years old, someone might ask you to do something REALLY big. o Don’t listen to critics -- do what has to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith That Works Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 18, 2002

week 12 in a series of messages on the book of James

A Life of Works Produced by Faith Part 12 “Faith That Works” Date: October 20, 2002 A.M Service Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: James 2:14-26 Introduction This morning we will address an issue which some claim to be very controversial. But I want you to remember; God is not the Author of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful Fathers

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002

Abraham

Abraham, a picture of a Father, Genesis 22 Eric A. Snyder, Farwell Church of Christ, June 16, 2002 Three boys were bragging about their fathers. The first one said, "My father runs so fast he can fire an arrow, start running, and get there before the arrow!" The second one said, "That’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Father Of Faith Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 27, 2003

The Life of Abraham, Part 8 of 10

THE FATHER OF FAITH (GENESIS 22:1-18) At 3:00 a.m. one cold morning a missionary candidate walked into an office for a scheduled interview with the examiner of a mission board. He waited until 8 a.m. when the examiner arrived. The examiner said, “Let us begin. First, please spell baker.” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Work Of Faith

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jul 28, 2003

A sermon for the 8th Sunday after Pentecost Year B Proper 13 Jesus is the Bread of Life

8th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 13 John 6:24-35 The Work of Faith   24 So when the people saw that Jesus was not there, nor his disciples, they themselves got into the boats and went to Capernaum, seeking Jesus. 25 When they found him on the other side of the sea, they said to him, "Rabbi, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:24-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Salvation By Faith

Contributed by Paul George on Jul 29, 2003

What faith is it through which we are saved

Ephesians 2:8-9 “For by grace you have been saved, through faith, and that not of youselves, it is the gift of God; not as a result of works, so that no one may boast.” All the blessings which God has bestowed upon mankind flow from His grace or favor; His free, undeserved favor. We can not lay ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Holiness

"Basics Of Faith” Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Aug 6, 2003

This is another message in my series on the book of Hebrews. It deals with the biblical description of faith.

Text: Hebrews 11:1-3 Topic: “Basics of Faith” INTRODUCTION: I. FAITH PROVIDES SOMETHING SOLID FOR THE BELIEVER (V.1). A. Faith provides substance to life. 1. This substance is the foundation for living. a) substance= that which has foundation, is firm, that which has actual existence. b) It ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Faith That Works Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Oct 23, 2003

There’s no conflict between faith and works in the Bible- nor in James. Genuine faith will lead to works. (slight evangelistic edge to sermon)

Faith that works. James 2:14-26. WBC 26/10/03am INTRODUCTION: Blondin (Jean Francoise Gravolet) B. 1824. was one of the greatest tightrope walkers of all time, and there are many legends told of feats he performed. One of the most often told stories of Blondin is of his crossing over the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist