Podcasts about Saving Faith

When Jesus rebuked the disciples for having “little faith” in Matthew 8, He was not speaking of saving faith—He was addressing the practical, daily faith needed to trust Him in the middle of a storm. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that when intimacy with God weakens, fear and panic can quickly take over. Fear-conquering faith requires absolute trust in God's sovereignty. It is the kind of faith that depends on Him completely, receives what He provides with an open heart, and believes He is working out His purposes even when the storm is raging. Romans 8:28 assures us that God works all things for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. Dr. Youssef challenges a common contradiction in the Christian life: we trust God with our eternal souls, yet often hesitate to trust Him with our daily needs. God wants our professed faith to become lived faith—faith that trusts Him with relationships, resources, decisions, fears, and the future. When you walk closely with God and seek Him in prayer at the first sign of fear, your focus shifts from the storm to the Savior. And as your focus remains on Him, fear begins to fade into the background. Prayer: God, I trust You with my salvation, but sometimes I struggle with trusting You with the details of my life. Strengthen my daily living faith so that my trust in You is greater than my fears. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you—you of little faith?” (Matthew 6:30). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon series 12 Evidences of Faith: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Romans Vol. 1 - Coming Under Grace Romans 4:23–25 reminds us that the faith God counts as righteousness is available to all who trust in Him. Saving faith believes that Jesus died for our sins and rose again, proving that His work fully secured our justification. Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on June 21, 2026 Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus. https://foothill.church  Learn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey: https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Today, Bob Wilkin and Sam Marr will discuss a couple of questions. Why are there degrees of torment in the Lake of Fire? […]

The gospel declares that universal rejection of “God as God” warrants His righteous judgment. But it also explains that there is a way to be justified—declared by God to be “in the right” before Him.In this message, Stuart explains the instrumental cause of justification. It happens not by human activity but by faith in God's gracious action. Yes, we are “saved by grace through faith.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29?v=20251111

The gospel declares that universal rejection of “God as God” warrants His righteous judgment. But it also explains that there is a way to be justified—declared by God to be “in the right” before Him.In this message, Stuart explains the instrumental cause of justification. It happens not by human activity but by faith in God's gracious action. Yes, we are “saved by grace through faith.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29?v=20251111

The gospel declares that universal rejection of “God as God” warrants His righteous judgment. But it also explains that there is a way to be justified—declared by God to be “in the right” before Him.In this message, Stuart explains the instrumental cause of justification. It happens not by human activity but by faith in God's gracious action. Yes, we are “saved by grace through faith.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29?v=20251111

The gospel declares that universal rejection of “God as God” warrants His righteous judgment. But it also explains that there is a way to be justified—declared by God to be “in the right” before Him.In this message, Stuart explains the instrumental cause of justification. It happens not by human activity but by faith in God's gracious action. Yes, we are “saved by grace through faith.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/508/29?v=20251111

Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Today, Bob Wilkin and Sam Marr are concluding a short series about a critique of Calvinism. They are focusing in this episode on […]

Sunday Evening Worship - 14th June 2026 Mr Rodney Davidson

What Is Saving Faith? - James 2:14-26 Aaron Boswell

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Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. 'Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.' Do you have this kind of faith? Saving faith. You see, faith is like a key. There are many similar keys, but only one can open the door of Heaven. Let me explain first what saving faith is not. It's isn't a blind leap into the dark and it's not merely intellectual. Saving faith is not temporary faith, either. It is fully trusting in Jesus Christ alone for eternal life. It's not just believing that Jesus could be a way to get into Heaven or that He was a good man, it is a life fully surrendered and trusting Him. So have you put your faith in Jesus alone? It's the most important decision you could ever make. If you are ready to know for sure that Heaven will be your home one day, you just have to accept God's gift of grace in Jesus. For more information, visit ShareLife.Today.

Dr. Drew Sparks takes us through Mark 5:21-34. Visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.ccc-online.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more messages and resources, including music and our summer VBS!

Pastor James FanJames 2:20-26Ephesians 2:8-10

Romans Vol. 1 - Coming Under Grace What kind of faith can stare down impossible circumstances and still trust God? Abraham's example in Romans 4 shows us a faith that hopes, believes, perseveres, and acts on God's promises. Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on May 31, 2026 Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus. https://foothill.church  Learn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey: https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

The Saving Faith of a Gentile Woman - Mark 7:24-30 - Pastor Ace Davis

In John 4:46–54, Jesus encounters a desperate father whose son is at the point of death. The official travels a great distance, pleading for Jesus to come and heal his child. But instead of going with him, Jesus simply speaks a word—and the man is faced with a choice: will he trust what Jesus has said, or will he demand proof before he believes? This passage challenges us to consider the nature of genuine faith. Is our trust in Christ dependent on what we can see, or are we willing to take Him at His word? The official's faith grows from desperation to confidence as he learns that Jesus' power is not limited by distance, circumstance, or human understanding. This message explores what it means to trust God when we cannot yet see the outcome, and how faith is strengthened when we learn to rest in the promises of Christ rather than our own certainty. Sometimes the greatest miracles begin with simply believing what Jesus has said.

Date: May 17, 2026Series: Fruitful Faith - JamesPassage: James 2:14-26Preacher: Pastor Edgar Aponte

5-10-26 PM "The Source of Saving Faith"Scripture Reading: Romans 10Sermon Text: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 25I. The Importance of the Source A. For Our Salvation B. For Our KnowledgeII. The Description of the Source A. The Teaching of the Holy Spirit B. The Assuring of the Holy SpiritIII. The Means of the Source A. The Word B. The SacramentsRev Greg Lubbers

Rev. Patrick Hines, James Thornton, Henry Johnson, and Ruling Elder Ryan Kiser walk through the Westminster Confession of Faith, Chapter 14 "Of Saving Faith"

In this episode of the Sharing Grace Podcast, we unpack the powerful story of Rahab in Joshua 2 and discover how saving faith can rise from the most unexpected places. From fear to courage, shame to legacy, Rahab's journey reminds us that it's never too late to trust God, change sides, and believe Him before the walls fall.

Joshua's mission to “take the hill” was about more than land—it was about preparing the way for Jesus, the true Savior (Yeshua), who would secure our salvation on the cross. This message connects that bigger story to our lives today: God is still calling people to step out in faith and take the “hill” He's placed in front of them.Through the story of Rahab, we see what real, saving faith looks like—confessional, confident, courageous, and concerned for others. Despite her past, God redeemed her story and used her in a powerful way, even placing her in the lineage of Jesus. It's a reminder that no one is too far gone and that God specializes in transformation.This message challenges you to ask: What is your hill? And are you willing to trust God enough to take it?

Kent Nighswander

This sermon was preached by Derek Overstreet on April, 12th, 2026.

This sermon was preached by Derek Overstreet on March, 15th, 2026.

The sermon centers on the transformative power of saving faith in Christ, emphasizing that while salvation is by grace alone through faith alone, true faith is never alone—it actively expresses itself through love, obedience, and perseverance in the Christian life. Drawing from Galatians 5:6–10, it underscores that faith working through love is the essential fruit of justification, rejecting any addition of works or legalism that undermines the gospel. The preacher illustrates the Christian life as a race requiring discipline and endurance, warning that even a small compromise on the doctrine of justification—symbolized by 'a little leaven'—can corrupt the entire gospel and hinder spiritual progress. Ultimately, the message calls believers to examine their faith for genuine love and obedience, resist the subtle hindrances of sin, the world, and false teaching, and to trust in God's faithfulness to sustain them to the end, so that they may glorify God and enjoy Him forever.

Date: Sunday, March 8, 2026Title: Saving FaithPreacher: Wayne MeadowsSeries: Romans (Part 44)Passage: Romans 10:5-13

You are counted righteous by faith alone.

Luke 23:32-43 32 Two others, who were criminals, were led away to be put to death with him. 33 And when they came to the place that is called The Skull, there they crucified him, and the criminals, one on his right and one on his left. 34 And Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” And they cast lots to divide his garments. 35 And the people stood by, watching, but the rulers scoffed at him, saying, “He saved others; let him save himself, if he is the Christ of God, his Chosen One!” 36 The soldiers also mocked him, coming up and offering him sour wine 37 and saying, “If you are the King of the Jews, save yourself!” 38 There was also an inscription over him, “This is the King of the Jews.” 39 One of the criminals who were hanged railed at him, saying, “Are you not the Christ? Save yourself and us!” 40 But the other rebuked him, saying, “Do you not fear God, since you are under the same sentence of condemnation? 41 And we indeed justly, for we are receiving the due reward of our deeds; but this man has done nothing wrong.” 42 And he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” 43 And he said to him, “Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise.” Introduction:           Series on The Seven Sayings from the Cross           Prayer of Forgiveness to Promise of Salvation The Repentant Thief The Kingly Promise The Immediate Hope  Application         Saving Faith         Urgency for Evangelism 

I. God saves us, and He saves us by his grace, v8a. II. God saves us by God's grace, through faith, v8 III. God saves us by his grace, through faith in Christ, as a gift, vv8-9. IV. God saves us by grace, through faith, and for good works, v10

Wherever faith exists in sincerity,53 it will constantly labor, endeavor, and strive to fill up all duties of divine worship with the living, real, heart-acting of grace; and where it does not do so, where this is not attained, it will never allow the soul to take any rest or satisfaction in such duties, but will cast them away like a defiled garment. The one who can pass through such duties without a sensible54 endeavor for the real exercise of grace in them, and without self-abasement on performing them, will find hardly any other clear evidence of saving faith in himself.

Today's passage is one of the "See For Yourself" passages Chapter 4 of Start Strong: A New Believer's Guide to Christianity. What does saving faith actually look like and how did Jesus define it? In this episode, we turn to Matthew 5:1–12 and the Beatitudes to hear Jesus describe the people who are truly “blessed.” Rather than offering a path to personal happiness or self-improvement, Jesus paints a picture of saving faith that recognizes sin, depends on grace, and trusts God for eternal life.In this week's episode, we explore:Why the Beatitudes are not a checklist for a better life, but a description of people who inherit the kingdom of heavenWhat Jesus means by calling the poor in spirit, the meek, and the persecuted “blessed”How the Beatitudes reveal the sharp divide between those in God's favor and those under judgmentThe four core convictions of saving faith: Recognize, Embrace, Accept, and Lean (R.E.A.L faith)Why future hope, not present comfort, defines who is truly fortunateHow Jesus' teaching exposes the lies we believe about God, ourselves, and where real life is foundAfter listening, you'll come away with a clearer understanding of what saving faith is—and what it is not. You'll see how the Beatitudes describe the heart posture of those who trust God rather than themselves, and why faith is ultimately about where you are headed, not how comfortable you are now.   Series: Start Strong: A New Believer's PodcastStart Strong: A New Believer's Guide to Christianity is available now wherever books are sold.

Living and dying by faith means having new desires and seeking new satisfactions.

Romans 10:9-10 — In this sermon on Romans 10:9–10 titled “Saving Faith,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones gives a roadmap through the Christian life as they experience God. Encountering God means that salvation is not only an intellectual decision or that God can be made known through reasonable thinking. Scripture demands that the Christian have faith in God and a faith that includes all of their being. But how can one possess such faith when they are full of fear and doubt? It is hard enough for a person to keep small commitments to themselves. Dr. Lloyd-Jones shows that it is precisely through encountering God that the Christian is given this faith by Him. God initiates this relationship that leads to Godly sorrow over sin, turning from them and putting faith in Jesus Christ. These are the very beginning steps in the Christian life and without them, one cannot be called a Christian. If one has been convicted of their sins, repented, changed their thoughts about God, and grieved over their sinfulness, they have shown the true marks of one who has encountered God and believed in the Lord Jesus Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/603/29?v=20251111

Romans 10:9-10 — In this sermon on Romans 10:9–10 titled “Saving Faith,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones gives a roadmap through the Christian life as they experience God. Encountering God means that salvation is not only an intellectual decision or that God can be made known through reasonable thinking. Scripture demands that the Christian have faith in God and a faith that includes all of their being. But how can one possess such faith when they are full of fear and doubt? It is hard enough for a person to keep small commitments to themselves. Dr. Lloyd-Jones shows that it is precisely through encountering God that the Christian is given this faith by Him. God initiates this relationship that leads to Godly sorrow over sin, turning from them and putting faith in Jesus Christ. These are the very beginning steps in the Christian life and without them, one cannot be called a Christian. If one has been convicted of their sins, repented, changed their thoughts about God, and grieved over their sinfulness, they have shown the true marks of one who has encountered God and believed in the Lord Jesus Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/603/29?v=20251111

When we believe in Jesus, we receive him as living water, bread of life, and all-satisfying treasure. Saving faith is the awakening of joy in Christ.