Sermons on Working Through Doubt:

Staying Loyal Under Pressure Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 10, 2004

How do you remain loyal to the Lord when you are in the camp of the enemy? What causes loyalty failure and what can prevent it? We discover much about this in a closer look at Peter’s denial of Jesus.

The Lone Ranger and Tonto were being chased and had ridden their horses into a canyon with no way out when the Lone Ranger noticed that there were Indians all around them. Startled and out of options he said, “Tonto! Tonto! The Indians have surrounded us; we are in terrible trouble! What are we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:57-71

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Fear After Victory!"

Contributed by Kevin Smith on Jun 19, 2004

Why do we as a people of God, even after he’s proven victorious in our lives time after time, still fear that he can’t do it?

I. Introduction: In this particular text, what strikes me is that in the previous chapter, Elijah is just coming off of a victory over the Gods of Baal, where God provided for him and allowed victory, yet, even after that, here in chapter 19 verses 1-3, Elijah becomes fearful again because of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Holds Us Back? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 1, 2004

What holds us back? What keeps us from taking bolder steps for the Kingdom of God?

"What Holds Us Back?" (Matt. 18:23-9:1; Mark 4:35-5:20; Luke 8:22-39) INTRO 1. I have been a Christian for 28 years, and for 28 years I have fought within myself. 2. Part of the fight is to do the bold things God wants me to do. 3. I LOVE routine; I find security in it. 4. Sometimes, I have let ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hold Fast

Contributed by Donato Solano on Jun 8, 2005

This sermon deals on how to keep ourselves from falling away from the faith.

INTRODUCTION The Bible predicts of the coming out of the many from the faith. I am afraid to think that that time is fast coming. Our duty as body of believers is how to prevent some of our brethren from falling away from the faith? I. BE LOYAL TO THE FAITH, 13-14 (Biblical Doctrine) A. Keep ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Sound Doctrine Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 7, 2004

Sound doctrine is important in our Christian walk. Contrary to popular belief, constant opposition to change or "liberalism" does not make one a "sound" teacher.

Sound Doctrine 1 John 4:1—6 INTRODUCTION Comedian Jeff Foxworthy became famous for his "redneck test." A sample of this would be: 1. If you got stopped by a state trooper and when he asked if you had an I.D. You replied, "’Bout what?" You might be a redneck. 2. If you’ve ever carried a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Killing The Giant Of Criticism Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Mar 15, 2004

Like us, David had to face other giants before he got to Goliath. Practical tips on dealing with critics.

Killing the Giant of Criticism 1 Samuel 17:25-28 When the Israelites saw the man, they all ran from him in great fear. Now the Israelites had been saying, "Do you see how this man keeps coming out? He comes out to defy Israel. The king will give great wealth to the man who kills him. He will also ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:25-37, 1 Samuel 16:4-7

Denomination: Church Of God

I'll Believe It When I See It

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Mar 3, 2005

A look at Thomas’s doubts and the reason for them with a warning about unbelief in our own lives.

We have all at some time probably cynically said about something “I’ll believe it when I see it”, with the implication that we will not believe it until it is seen. I remember thinking this about the formation of the first non-communist government in Poland. I also said it about predictions that ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Salvation Army

Try Again! Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jun 27, 2005

Find encouragement to keep on in spite of setbacks.

Do you ever face setbacks? Do you ever get discouraged? Are you ever afraid to move forward for God? If so, then you have something in common with the Old Testament leader, Joshua (and the Israelite people). This is the context. Joshua had led the Israelites out of the years of wilderness ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 8:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Giants In The Earth

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 12, 2005

Just as surely as there are grasshoppers in the earth there are giants. The question is which one are you?

Gen 6:4 There were giants in the earth in those days Num 13:32 All the men we saw in it are men of great stature. What is a giant? A very large person; impressive in size or qualities, Someone who is abnormally large Any creature of exceptional size. ( Someone bigger than what is considered ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:31-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Borderline Christians

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Aug 13, 2005

This is a sermon to depict how so many Christians live life on the edge of God’s great blessings.

Scripture: Numbers 32:1 – Title: “Borderline Christians” Introduction: The time for God’s people to enter the land of Canaan was growing near. But a problem had arisen; there were two tribes than didn’t want to participate in the crossing over the Jordan River into the Land of Canaan. Reuben ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 32:1-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Humbled Or Has Been Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 17, 2004

This is the 5th sermon in the series "Faith Under Fire". (This is a skeleton outline that was used by our Associate Pastor Chris St. Clair.)

Preached by Chris St. Clair Series: Faith Under Fire (Daniel)[#5] HUMBLED OR HAS BEEN? Daniel 5:1-31 I. Belshazzer ignored the lessons of the past (Daniel 5:22). II. Belshazzar ignored the lessons of the present (Daniel 5:29). III. Belshazzar was ignored (Daniel 5:30-31). A. Eventually God honors ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Running Or Ruining Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 17, 2004

This is the 6th sermon in the series "Faith Under Fire".

Series: Faith Under Fire (Daniel)[#6] RUNNING OR RUINING? Daniel 6:1-28 Introduction: I have been watching some of the Olympic Trials this year and because my kids are active in swimming we have noticed some things about being a world class athlete. As Tyler is preparing for the State ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Sometimes An Earthquake

Contributed by Myles Howard on May 22, 2001

Eathquakes in our lives cause us to be spitually shaken up.

Sometimes an Earthquake. Acts:25-33 Spiritual Earthquakes Get Much Attention Amos:29:6 "Thou shalt be visited of the Lord of host with thunder, and with earthquakes, and great noise, with storm and temptest, and the flame of devouring fire."KJV a. GOD has a way of getting your attention, he may ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-33

Denomination: Baptist

Strengthening Your Faith In Troubled Times: A Laughing Faith Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jun 27, 2003

Strengthen your faith by laughter and confidence that God has heard and will intervene in your situation.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches June 29, 2003 “Strengthening Your Faith in Troubled Times--A Laughing Faith” Genesis 18: INTRODUCTION: If you were to measure your faith on a continuum from 1-10, one being “Faith? What faith?” and 10 being “Faith is my middle name,” where would you rate ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Healing - Check It Out Part 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Raisbeck on Jul 8, 2003

I believe you may be healed by standing on God? s Word; check it out for yourself starting by analysing Isaiah 53 and 1 Peter 2: 24.

A very important scripture in healing has to be Isaiah 53. These words were prophesied about 2,700 years ago. Verse 1 " Who hath believed our report and to whom is the arm of the LORD revealed? " According to a person I know who reads Hebrew and understands the same, he says Isaiah 53: 1 sets the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:24, Isaiah 53:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational