Sermons on facing trials boldly: showing 811-825 of 112,615

A Sure Foundation For Faith In Times Of Trial

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 4, 2001

This is a sermon to encourage the beleiver in times of trial by providing a sure foundation for his faith from the scriptures.

A SURE FOUNDATION FOR FAITH IN TIMES OF TRIAL OUTLINE 1.COUNSEL 2.COURSE 3.COMMITMENT 4.CHOICE 5.COVENANT 6.COMPASSION 7.CHARITY THE MESSAGE A SURE FOUNDATION FOR FAITH IN TIMES OF TRIAL 1.COUNSEL Job 42:2 The word of God promises that God can do everything and that no thought of ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Stay Faithful In Times Of Trials

Contributed by Arsenio Segismundo on Jan 16, 2022

As Christian, you can expect life to be full of trials.

Topic: How To Stay Faithful In Times Of Trials By Ptr Arsenio “Jack” Segismundo Text: James 1:2-4 “2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. 4 Let perseverance finish its work so ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian Church

Help In The Day Of Trouble Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 17, 2024

As David faced betrayal and heartbreak, his cry for help became a song of trust and hope, showing us that in our darkest days, we too can turn to the Lord for strength and deliverance. This psalm offers a powerful reminder that in times of deep distress and abandonment, God is our refuge.

Help In The Day of Trouble! Psalm 31 Introduction: Find (3) Different People in Psalm 31: 1) David human penman of the Psalm – delivered to the Temple choir director to be sung in the worship of Jehovah. Psalm 31 = opens with the cry of a hurting soul… deep emotion.. hear his brokenness – ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Kangaroo Court – Jesus On Trial

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 6, 2016

A Kangaroo Court – Jesus on Trial - PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: The Five Pieces in the Puzzle: (1). Caiaphas the High Priest (vs 53) (2). The Sanhedrin (vs 55) (3). The Witnesses (vs 56-59) (4). Jesus (vs 60-61b) (5). Peter (vs 66-72) SERMON BODY: Ill: Taken from a book called "Disorder in the Court." (1). • Q: What is your ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:53-73

Denomination: Brethren

Don’t Let Your Past Determine Your Future!

Contributed by John Gaston on May 19, 2014

Our past is valuable but can limit us, especially if we have failures. The Word of God reveals 4 reasons you have a great destiny and 4 ways to restart God's plan for your life.

DON’T LET YOUR PAST DETERMINE YOUR FUTURE! Eccl. 1:9-10; Isa. 43:19; Mk. 9:23 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: BIBLE ILLITERACY 1. As of 2011, Pollsters found that in the Millennial generation (who ranged in age from 18-29) a full third of them had no plans to ever read the Bible. Hopefully that will ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19, Isaiah 43:17-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Inside Connections And The Jewish Trial Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 31, 2003

Peter’s denial and the Jewish trial of Jesus opens our eyes to the nature of sinful mankind and society...and to God’s Sovereign Purposes which cannot be thwarted

Note: this is a bulletin insert that I included with the sermon. The actual sermon follows below it. Ed Inside Connections and The Jewish Trial of Jesus (Luke 22:54-65; John 18:12-27; Matt. 26:57-75; Mark 14:54-72) Have you ever noticed this verse about John sneaking Peter into the courtyard ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-65, John 18:12-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Life Is A Series Of Examinations

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Oct 27, 2022

Life is a series of examinations. We face trials, temptations and tests on a daily basis which ultimately shape our lives and destinies. It is only the dead that are exempt from the constant examination of life.

TEXT: Job 1:8 -12 'And the LORD said unto Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? Then Satan answered the LORD, and said, Doth Job fear God for nought? Hast not thou made an ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:8-11, Psalm 26:2, 1 Corinthians 9:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Get Your War Face On!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 8, 2015

Are you in flight or are your weaponed up and in the fight?

A picture was posted on Facebook of a knight in armor with these words. I am a Christian, but make no mistake. I will defend the weak. I will defend freedom. I will sacrifice so that others can live free. I will defend my family to the death. I love peace, but I am a fierce enemy. I live by a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Opposition From The Carnal

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 8, 2001

To lead the children to understand that faithful obedience to God often means that we will find ourself being opposed by carnal people.

Unit 12 – Faithfulness Lesson 35 – John the Baptist, a Faithful Messenger – Luke 3:1-20; 7:18-23; Mark 6:17-29 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand that faithful obedience to God often means that we will find ourself being opposed by carnal people. 2. Explanation of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When You Are Facing Failure

Contributed by Robert Massey on Jun 5, 2002

Everyone loves a winner. The problem is that we’ve all failed, every single one of us because we have "all sinned and come short" of God’s plan. Every after becoming a Christian, we still fall from time to time. Here are several truths to learn when you

What is failure? For some it is not living up to certain expectations, to be a disappointment. It may be a breakdown in our lives, it may be a let down. There was once a man who said, “We are either failing, or living with the consequences of failure, or recovering from failure, or facing ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:8-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Classic Problems That The Disciples Faced Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 1, 2002

The text reveals several problems that the disciples had to deal with, they are not only problems they had to face, but are problems that have plagued the church all down through the centuries.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 24 “Classic Problems That The Disciples Faced” Luke 9:11-17, 28-32, 37-42, 46-52 Jesus had revealed that the following him will involve a radical change of perspective. The life of a disciple is different ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:11-52

Denomination: Baptist

When Faced With An Empty Tomb

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 31, 2002

Discover the reasons for the four different responses to the empty tomb to help you choose wisely how you will respond

Happy Easter, Everybody! I came across an imagined scenario of the two Roman soldiers guarding Jesus’ tomb on that first Easter morning. Each had his cup of coffee in hand. Moments before the angel showed, one soldier said to the other, "Cheer up, it’s Sunday morning. The way I see it, we’ve ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-20

Denomination: *other

Facing A New Year's Realities

Contributed by Ancil Jenkins on Nov 15, 2002

How to face the challenges of a new year

010597 FACING A NEW YEAR’S REALITIES INTRODUCTION I. A new year revives many mixed feelings. A. to some, there is sadness that the holidays are over. B. To some it is a relief that the holidays are over. C. Some feel a new sense of obligation since tax returns are due. D. Some find this a time of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Face Incredible Odds Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 14, 2004

We can overcome incredible odds in life when we put our trust in (1) His awesome power, and (2) His amazing love, for us!

Last week - we look at Peter’s walk upon the water and learn 2 things: 1. We experience the power of God when we take the first step... Put our feet to work, we will see God at work in our lives. 2. Our faith in God grows through experiences with Him in these STEPS - take it step by step. Faith in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Disappointments New Christians Face

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Aug 19, 2004

Common disappointments that new Christians face often bring discouragement to the point of giving up.

Iliff and Saltillo UM churches August 29, 2004 “Disappointments New Christians Face” I Peter 1:6-9 James 1:2-4 INTRODUCTION: Think back to the time when you first came to the Lord and made your decision to become a Christian. You might have been a little child in Sunday school. It may have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Methodist