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Faith’s Source

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     TITLE: Faith’s Source TEXT: Hebrews 11:32; Judges 13-16 TONE: Encouragement TARGET: Believers TASK: Encourage believers with the following biblical principles regarding faith that are demonstrated in Samson’s story: God is the source of faith because He initiates, preserves, refines, and completes it. TELL: Hebrews was written to believers who were experiencing pressure, persecution, and discouragement. They were tempted to turn back from following Christ because obedience had become costly. The author writes Hebrews to remind them that Jesus is better and that the only proper response to the supremacy of Christ is persevering faith. Hebrews 11 is not a list of perfect people. It is a testimony of imperfect people who trusted a perfect God. The repeated phrase throughout the chapter is "by faith," but the emphasis is not ultimately on the greatness of their faith. The emphasis is on the greatness of God in whom they placed their faith. When w...
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The Triumph of Faith

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       By Faith -15 TITLE: The Triumph of Faith TEXT: Judges 4:1-23 THESIS: Through the intertwined narratives of Deborah and Barak, the story of “Faith’s Triumph” in the Book of Judges exemplified how God’s sovereignty, mercy, and unexpected interventions bring deliverance and victory to His people, showcasing the power of faith in overcoming challenges and fulling divine purposes.   TRUTH: In a world saturated with tales of superheroes like Spider-Man swinging through the city skyline or Superman soaring through the clouds, it is easy to be captivated by the allure of extraordinary powers and larger-than-life figures. These iconic figures, with the superhuman abilities and unwavering dedication to justice, have captured the imagination of generations and become symbols of heroism in popular culture.   Amid the realm of caped crusaders and masked vigilantes, there exists a different kind of hero whose story transcends the conf...
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Unshakable Faith

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         By Faith -14 TITLE: Unshakable Faith TEXT: Hebrews 11:32; Judges 6-7 THESIS: The story of Gideon exemplifies that God’s presence is with us in our weakness, urging us to transform our doubts into trust, embrace obedience despite fear, and ultimately rely on His unconventional plans for victory in our lives.   TRUTH:   During a storm, when Peter saw Jesus approaching on the water, he stepped out of the boat, demonstrating an initial act of faith and obedience despite the overwhelming uncertainty and danger surrounding him. Even as doubt crept in and he began to sink, it was his willingness to trust Jesus that allowed him to experience something truly miraculous. This story illustrates that unshakeable faith doesn't require perfect certainty or unwavering strength; rather, it flourishes in the face of fear and uncertainty.   It's important not to confuse unshakeable faith with concepts of perfect faith or strong fai...
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