Preaching the Gospel in Faithful Fellowship
Sermons on Faith (Page 2)
Pastor Tim Travis takes a look at the Book of Ruth and how faith, fidelity, and redemption took a huge role in Ruth’s incredible character as a woman who prioritized her grieving mother-in-law, Naomi, and demonstrated remarkable faithfulness despite being a non-Jew. Pastor Travis covers the unexpected tragedies in Ruth’s life and the ongoing debate regarding the…
Pastor Tim Travis examines the life of Sarah from the Book of Genesis, focusing on the scriptural account in Hebrews 11:11 that she “judged him faithful who had promised.” Pastor Travis details Sarah’s journey of faith, highlighting that God often calls people, like Sarah at age 65, when the task seems biologically impossible and inconvenient, yet age is no factor for…
Pastor Tim Travis focuses on three of Christ’s apostles: Judas Iscariot, Thomas, and Thaddeus (or Judas, not Iscariot). Pastor Travis’ primary goal is to examine the lives of these men, detailing their backgrounds and highlighting specific characteristics and actions. Key themes explored include Judas Iscariot’s betrayal, greed, and lack of true repentance, as evidenced by his role…
Pastor Tim Travis explores the spiritual journey of the prophet Elijah in 1 Kings 19, immediately following his great victory at Mount Carmel. Pastor Travis highlights how even the strongest believers can experience times of self-doubt, fear, depression, and anxiety, moving from spiritual “mountaintops” to “valleys” or “caves.” Travis uses Elijah’s desire to die in the wilderness, after being…
Pastor Tim Travis draws on Joshua 24 to urge believers to make a decisive choice to serve God, rather than looking back to past idols or looking around at worldly temptations. He emphasizes that God has provided abundantly for His people, reminding them of the divine intervention that led the Israelites into the Promised Land, where they found houses and vineyards…
Pastor Tim Travis examines 2 Timothy 1 as he highlights the significance of a mother’s influence and unfeigned faith in nurturing spiritual growth. Drawing from Paul’s letter to Timothy, Pastor Travis emphasizes the transparent and real faith passed down from Timothy’s grandmother Lois and mother Eunice. Despite facing challenges like a broken home and societal opposition, these women took the initiative to raise…
Pastor Tim Travis explores the vital importance of the local church for Christian life and spiritual growth. Pastor Travis begins by addressing the question of the church’s necessity, asserting from 1 Timothy 3:15 that it is “the house of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth.” He argues…
Pastor Tim Travis explores the Christian characteristic of faithfulness, grounding his teaching in Matthew 24:42-51 and other biblical passages. He emphasizes that faithfulness to God leads to faithfulness in all aspects of life, including relationships and responsibilities. Travis argues that while the world often prioritizes self-interest, true faithfulness requires being true to God first. Pastor Travis outlines God’s…
Pastor Tim Travis, focusing on 2 Peter chapters 1 and 3, preaches on spiritual growth, urging listeners to thrive, not merely survive, in their faith. Pastor Travis uses the example of the tallest man in history to illustrate that physical size doesn’t equate to strength or longevity, mirroring the idea that spiritual growth, fueled by diligent study of…
Pastor Tim Travis focuses on Matthew 1’s account of Jesus’ birth, emphasizing the virgin birth as literal truth and refuting contrary interpretations. Pastor Travis uses this narrative to highlight the importance of biblical literacy, faith in God’s promises, and the unwavering obedience demonstrated by Joseph and Mary. He connects this historical event to contemporary challenges of faith, urging listeners towards…