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  • Brian Harvison avatar

    Faith Proof

    Contributed by Brian Harvison on Apr 12, 2008
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     | 3,745 views

    Do you have actions that prove your faith?

    Faith Proof James 2:14-26 Trying to win their case some lawyers have been known to ask some incredibly unbelievable questions. The Massachusetts Bar Association Lawyer’s Journal gave the following example Question: Doctor, before you performed the autopsy, did you check for a pulse? No Did you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith's Reward

    Contributed by Robert Cote on Dec 6, 2006
     | 2,440 views

    The blessings of salvation through living faith.

    Faith’s Reward 1 Peter 1:9 The scripture reads, “Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls.” The greatest blessing we receive is that which is upon us each and every day, our salvation. If I thought as so many professing Christians do today, that I could never be sure of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Evidence Of Faith

    Contributed by Kevin Malone on Aug 26, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,402 views

    This is an expository sermon from James explaining that good works are the result of God-given faith, and contrasting this true faith from God with a false faith of man.

    Sermon on James and Faith In the English language, there are many different applications of the word “work”. My children just finished some lovely artwork. I like hamburgers with “the works”. It’s almost the 4th of July, and I’m looking foreword to both a day of from work, and also lighting off ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith That Works Series

    Contributed by Archie Norman on Oct 27, 2014
     | 4,128 views

    study in James

    Faith that Works James 2:14-26 1. The evidence of faith - vs. 14-16 *Profession is not faith 2. The element of faith - v. 17 *life and works 3. The explanation of faith - vs. 18-19 A. Faith is not mental assent B. Faith is not emotional assent C. Faith is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Abraham: Justified By Faith Or By Works? Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 22, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,800 views

    Paul turns to Abraham to show that he too was justified before God by faith and not by works.

    Scripture When asked about Christianity, actress Sophia Loren was reported as saying several years ago in the USA Today, “I’m not a practicant, but I pray. I read the Bible. It’s the most beautiful book ever written. I should go to heaven; otherwise it’s not nice. I haven’t done anything wrong. My ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Saved By Good Works Or By Faith? Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 5, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,510 views

    This sermon answers the question, "Are we saved by good works or by faith?"

    Scripture The October 22, 1996 headlines of The Times of London cried: Lost Forever: A Nation’s Heritage Looted By Its Own People. Afghanistan’s National Museum in Kabul is rubble, said the newspaper. It once held one of the world’s greatest multicultural antique collections: Persian, Indian, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Charles Holt avatar

    By Grace . . . By Works

    Contributed by Charles Holt on Aug 10, 2001
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,737 views

    This study endeavors to strike a Scriptural balance between faith and works.

    email: cholt@gt.rr.com BY GRACE . . . BY WORKS By Charles W. Holt Eph. 2:8-10 James 2:14-25 Faith works! No, I really mean it. Faith works. But, you may reply, every Christian knows that. My response: not necessarily. My argument here is that too many have a one-dimensional view of faith. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Keith Foskey avatar

    Salvation By Works? Series

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jun 6, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,574 views

    An ongoing series answering questions from the congregation.

    Sermon Series: ¡§Questioning the Faith¡¨ Sermon #9 ¡§Salvation by Works?¡¨ Text: Philippians 2:12 OPENING JOKE: A preacher takes the day off from church to go play golf. God allows him to shoot a perfect game. When asked why by St. Peter, God says, "Think about it, who can he tell?" REMINDER: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Work Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 5, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,930 views

    In Romans 5:12-21 the apostle Paul contrasts the work of Adam with the work of Christ. This sermon examines the effectiveness, extent, efficacy, essence, and energy of the work of Christ.

    Scripture In Romans 5:12-21 the apostle Paul presents Adam and Christ as two “representative figures” whose acts determine the destiny of all who belong to them. Last week we examined “The Work of Adam” in Romans 5:12-14. And today, we shall explore “The Work of Christ” in Romans 5:15-21. Let’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Righteousness By Faith Alone

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 10,014 views

    Paul makes clear there is only one way to righteousness and the promises associated with salvation - Faith in the saving work of Jesus Christ

    Romans 4:13-25 – Righteousness by Faith Who wants to earn a $1,000.00?  If you can jump up and touch the ceiling I will give you $1,000.00 Background to the Book of Romans  Paul wrote this letter to the Church of Rome primarily made up of Jews who had brought the gospel message back ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Justification By Faith Alone

    Contributed by Steve Weaver on Nov 24, 2001
    based on 144 ratings
     | 21,969 views

    Explanation of the Biblical doctrine of Justification.

    Justification By Faith Alone Romans 5:1 “Therefore, being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ:” The great 16th Century German Reformer, Martin Luther, called it “the article upon which the church stands or falls.” The article in question is that of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Be Justified By Faith

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 13, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 2,465 views

    Too many people assume that the process involves going to church, learning to cite particular creeds or observing certain rituals. However, Paul teaches the Romans in this passage how Abraham was justified (established as right before God and acquitted fr

    How To Be Justified By Faith (Rom. 4:1-8) Illustration:God does not expect us to submit our faith to him without reason, but the very limits of our reason make faith a necessity. Augustine. 1. Have you ever considered how to explain to another person the process of being justified by faith? Too ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    A Richly Rewarding Faith

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 10, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,524 views

    Many things happen to us throughout our lives that will challenge our faith. In such a time, sight will fail us but faith will triumph!

    A RICHLY REWARDING FAITH “But without faith it is impossible to please Him: for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is the Rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.” Hebrews 11:6 INTRODUCTION In 2 Corinthians 5:7, Paul wrote “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” John ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • W.Bryan Jackson avatar

    Faith Equals Action Series

    Contributed by W.bryan Jackson on Feb 21, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,880 views

    Faith without works is dead. How often have I heard that sitting in the pews. James talks about meeting peoples needs as a way of showing faith. I want to take that a step further.

    James 2:14-26 what good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? (15) Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. (16) If one of you says to him, “Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about his physical ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Justification By Faith Alone! Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 1, 2005
    based on 66 ratings
     | 14,651 views

    The question before Paul, Peter, and indeed us is, "How can a condemned sinner be justified?" Paul’s answer to this crucial question is before us in this sermon.

    Scripture Charlie Chaplin was a huge movie star in the silent-picture era. One of the by-products of his popularity was the look-alike contests that sprung up around the country. Contestants attempted to imitate Chaplin dressed as the “tramp” character he made popular in his films. Even the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed