Sermons on Wandering From The Faith:

Sermon On A Gift From God

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 15, 2021

A gift from God is defined by the Longman Dictionary as: “Something good you receive or something good that happens to you, even though you might not deserve it.”

Eckhart von Hochheim OP, commonly known as Meister Eckhart, a German theologian, philosopher and mystic once remarked: “Above all else, know this: Be prepared at all times for the gifts of God and be ready always for new ones. For God is a thousand times more ready to give than we are to receive.” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8, Romans 11:29, 1 Corinthians 12:4

Turn Away From Anger

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 4, 2025

Anger is a natural emotion with all men, but it can be supernaturally managed through the help and strength of the Holy Spirit

Turn Away from Anger Study Text: Ephesians 4:26–27 Introduction: - Anger is one of the most common emotions in human life. - Everyone has felt it, but the Bible warns us that uncontrolled anger leads to destruction, broken relationships, and sin. - God calls us to turn away from anger, not ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faithfulness

Contributed by Val Black on Nov 22, 2005

True faithfulness, or God’s kind of faithfulness, can only be understood by understanding a Blood Covenant relationship.

FAITHFULNESS Opening scripture: 1 Cor. 4:1-2 “Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God. 2 Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful.” [To be found faithful is our part in the Covenant relationship we have with God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-2

Denomination: Charismatic

Faith

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

A few weeks ago I spoke to you about faith...and I gave you each a mustard seed to illustrate just how small a measure of faith was really needed to perform all the things God has for you to do...just that little bit of faith can move mountains!

FAITH 1 SAMUEL 17:20 40, 48 50 A few weeks ago I spoke to you about faith...and I gave you each a mustard seed to illustrate just how small a measure of faith was really needed to perform all the things God has for you to do...just that little bit of faith can move mountains! This morning I want ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:20-50

Lessons In Faith

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 9, 2004

We all have much to learn about the faith relationship that the Lord has for us. We often try to learn about faith through trial and error. Instead of directly from the Word of God.

Opening: We all have much to learn about the faith relationship that the Lord has for us. We often try to learn about faith through trial and error. Instead of directly from the Word of God. Texts: 1. Matthew 8:5 thru 13 – the centurion’s servant · what kind of man was the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faith Midrash Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 28, 2009

When we understand how Jesus’ teaching on faith is connected to the Old Testament texts from which they originate, we can set aside wrong thinking and embrace fuller, more accurate perspectives.

Faith Midrash (Deuteronomy 7:17-23 with John 14:11-13 and Matthew 17:20, 21:21) 1. The Volcano in the Philippines was big news this past week. 2. According to the Associated Press, "Philippine troops went house to house Thursday threatening to use force to move hundreds of residents from the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:17-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Inportance Of Faith Series

Contributed by Angel Collazo on Jun 30, 2012

The bible contains about 4000 plus promises for every situation in our lives. These promises are provided to us from spoken word of God in the form of a seed to meet every specific need in our lives.

The Importance of Faith Hebrew 11:1-6 Sermon by Pastor Angel M. Collazo Ebenezer Christian Center Chicago Big Idea: The bible contains about 4000 plus promises for every situation in our lives. These promises are provided to us from spoken word of God in the form of a seed to meet every specific ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Uniqueness Of The Christian Faith

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Oct 21, 2012

Jesus Christ was unique in every way. From His complete deity to His perfect humanity, from His miraculous conception to His supernatural ascension, from His impeccable character to His incomparable teaching—Jesus stands above all other religious or mora

The Uniqueness Of The Christian Faith John 14:6 - Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.” THE BIBLE IS UNIQUE The Bible was written over a 1600-year span, during 60 generations, over a time-span of 1400 years. The ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Charismatic

It's Time To Grow Up Part 7 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 30, 2017

Part seven of this series focuses on hearing the voice of God when he is speaking to us and how we can prepare ourselves to hear.

It’s Time To Grow Up Part 7 Scriptures: John 10:1-28; Matthew 11:15 This message with bring to a close this series “It’s Time to Grow Up.” I hope that through this series of messages that you have been able to examine your spiritual life to determine where you are in your walk with God, whether ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Only Thing That Counts Is Faith Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jul 2, 2007

A message from an expository series from the book of Galatians.

As you are probably quite sick of hearing; Galatians 5:1 states the theme of the entire letter. Christ has set us free. What Paul wants more than anything is for us to enjoy this freedom that Christ has provided. When we allow ourselves to become subject to traditions and other man made standards ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Danger Of Backsliding Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025

Backsliding is a serious danger that every believer must guard against. It often starts subtly, but if not addressed, it leads to spiritual destruction.

THE DANGER OF BACKSLIDING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 14:14 "The backslider in heart shall be filled with his own ways: and a good man shall be satisfied from himself." Supporting Texts: Hebrews 10:38-39, 2 Peter 2:20-22, Revelation 2:4-5, Jeremiah 3:22, Luke ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:14, Hebrews 10:38-39, 2 Peter 2:20-22, Revelation 2:4-5, Jeremiah 3:22, Luke 9:62  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jude: Defending The Faith

Contributed by Martin Spoelstra on Aug 18, 2025

Big idea: From the 1st century on, the church has been threatened by heresy and false teaching. We also must be on our guard.

INTRODUCTION There was a man who walked into a gas station with a $20 bill. Just a regular Tuesday. He handed over the cash to the cashier, who paused, held it up to the light, scribbled on it with one of those little pens—and then called the police. It was a counterfeit. The man was stunned—he ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Profitable Faith. Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005

Some people do not see any benefits from being a Christian. Our faith is profitable, and we need to be able to share that in convincing manner. In this passage James gives some illustrations concerning a provable faith.

A Profitable Faith. James 2:14-26 C:\MyData\JAM-OLD But Good\JAMES2-2.WPD {14} What use is it, my brethren, if a man says he has faith, but he has no works? Can that faith save him? {15} If a brother or sister is without clothing and in need of daily food, {16} and one of you says to them, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: *other

True Faith Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jul 12, 2019

This is the 15th sermon in a series we're doing on John's Gospel. In this sermon I discuss what faith is, and how true faith distinguishes itself from a false faith.

True Faith (Gospel of John Part 15) Text: John 4:43-54 Well we’re back in John’s Gospel this morning, and we’ve got a lot to cover today, so I want us to get right into it. John 4:43 – 54 (READ). Now remember, John ‘s Gospel account isn’t written in chronological order. It’s written in a way ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faith In Healing

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Oct 1, 2023

Everything in Mark chapter 5 concerns itself with healing and restoration: from the healing and restoring of a demon possessed man to the resurrection of a little girl. In-between these two healings are that of the woman with the twelve-year issue of blood.

Now a certain woman had a flow of blood for twelve years, and had suffered many things from many physicians. She had spent all that she had and was no better, but rather grew worse. When she heard about Jesus, she came behind Him in the crowd and touched His garment. For she said, “If only I may ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34, James 2:26, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ