Sermons on Attitude Of Trial:

Moving From "I Am" To "I Will" Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 30, 2015

Attitude, Prayer, Joy, Commitment

I WILL – Moving from “I Am” to “I Will” Philippians 2:5-8 (pg. 819) October 4, 2015 Introduction: It was October 18, 1980...35 years ago, almost exactly when I went into a seafood restaurant named Peter’s Pier 4 with Kari Pascal...we’d met in a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are You Looking For The New Year

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 22, 2018

A discussion of expectations for the New Year

WHAT ARE YOU “LOOKING FOR”? SCRIPTURE: Titus 2:13 “Looking for (4327 wait for) that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Savior Jesus Christ;” Hebrews 10:26 “For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:13, Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bad 'tudes, Dark Moods, And Soul Food

Contributed by Chris Beam on Sep 18, 2014

Our attitudes are really truly under our control, ad through them we can greatly influence others for good or bad.

Tonight we are going to talk about attitude, mood swings, and positive influence. Our attitudes are really truly under our control, and through them we can greatly influence others for good or bad. By show of hands, how many of you have ever had a bad day? I want you to think about the worst day ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

"Think About Such Things”

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 25, 2022

Probably nothing can contribute more to the quality of our lives than a positive attitude. And yet, sometimes it is so easy for us to become critical. And we end up focusing on the negative.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (This is a revised version of a message contributed earlier to Sermon Central) TEXT: Philippians 4:8; 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18; Proverbs 23:7 This morning I want to talk about two ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18, Proverbs 23:7, Colossians 3:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What We Learned From A Ping-Pong Marathon Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 15, 2011

Paul says to dwell on those things that are excellent and worthy of praise. These encouraging words will help us all through any circumstance, any trial or any hardship, as we remember that “all things work together for good to those who love God.”

How soon we forget, or how soon we don’t forget. I have cherished memories from long ago that I will never, ever forget. Way back in 1975 I learned a valuable lesson about time, and I learned how many hours are in a week. I also learned about the power of prayer and leaning on God to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Christian Church

Wayfaring Strangers Part 18" Fiery Trials" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jul 5, 2018

Part 18 of our 1 Peter study

Wayfaring Strangers A Study Of 1 Peter Part 18 “Fiery trials” As we continue today with our series On 1 Peter Titled Wayfaring Strangers The Apostle Peter Once again addresses suffering for Christ We have seen over the last couple of months That we as believers Those whose home is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Count My Trials And Struggles All Joy?

Contributed by Robert Coats on May 29, 2006

The Apostle James dropped a bombshell in his letter to Christians

Count my trials and struggles all joy? James 1:2-4 Are you going through any trials, temptations, tribulations, testings, or struggles? Then my brothers and sisters…count it all joy. Pastor what are you saying? How can I find joy in my struggles? You do not know what I am going through? Well ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Church Of God

2 Positive In The Midst Of Problems Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Aug 25, 2025

how can we be and stay positive when things are going wrong?

NEED a TeaBag [dot on white paper] Introduction: Welcome back to week two of our series, “Be Positive.” Last week we looked at how changing our focus can shape our thoughts and attitudes. Today, we’re going to tackle something that every single one of us faces in life — • problems. • Trials. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Got Answers? Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Aug 30, 2011

A sermon series on Job

God is Good…All the Ti me! “Got Answers?” Job 40-42 In the previous message we examined a selection of the questions God asked Job. Job didn’t have any answers. When you think about it, life is filled with unanswerable questions. For example, here are some very deep ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Temptation Vs. Testing And Trials - What's The Difference? Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 5, 2015

Earlier in the first chapter of James much has been said about testing and trials but now James turns his attention to temptation. How are they alike and how are they different, especially since the Greek word is the same for both? Let's take a look!

James 1:1-15 “James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15

Denomination: Nazarene

The Furnace Of Your Choice!

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Apr 30, 2009

Trials and troubles! Everybody has them! Better to suffer the furnace of trial now, than the furnace of hell later!

The Furnace of your Choice Dr. Russell K. Tardo 12Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: 13But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Sadness To Singing Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on May 22, 2008

Discover how God can change sadness into singing when you face trials.

Have you ever been sad to the point that it showed on your face? All of us have faced sadness. All of us have been discouraged. All of us have experienced down times. The important thing is that we find strength to pull us out of those dark moments. God will give strength to change sadness into ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus, Even Through Trials And Tests Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 28, 2022

James, the half-brother of the Lord Jesus, knew about trials and tests. His words to believers of his day are just as true for us of these days, too. In a sentence, he'd say "Endure the test and receive a reward".

Full disclosure: this is edited from a message preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO in August 2022 Introduction: Many of us think following Jesus is going to be a walk in the park, so to speak, but that isn’t always true. Certainly, as He promised, He’s there with us, but trials and tests ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Baptist

Praise God Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Aug 30, 2011

A sermon series on Job

God is Good…All the time! “Praise God…Even when your world crashes in! Job 1:13-22 Bad days come in all shapes and sizes. The title of this message is “What to do when your world crumbles in.” This world is full of pain and suffering. From the cradle to the grave, there are things that happen ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

Are You In Prison?

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Jan 16, 2013

God has you there for one reason: He is using that prison as a tool of preparation for a future promotion.

Have you been to prison? Pastor Allan Kircher Shell point Baptist Church 20 January • One of the striking things of the Law of the Lord • fact/God authorized no prisons among His people. • When a person committed a crime in Israel • their punishment ...read more

Denomination: Baptist