Sermons on Faith Testing:

Lessons In Surrender And Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Explore the themes of surrender, obedience, and sacrifice through the story of Abraham and Isaac, encouraging us to fully submit to God's will in our own lives.

Good morning, family and friends! Today, we gather together to explore a story in the Book of Genesis, diving into the themes of the call to surrender, the test of obedience, and the power of sacrifice. As we embark on this journey, let us keep in mind the words of C.S. Lewis: "The more we let God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Topics: Trust, Obedience, Sacrifice

The Day I Got The Call

Contributed by Brien Sims on Jul 3, 2008

Your faith will be tested by this world, so learn how deep it runs. How far will will you follow Jesus? What kind of follower are you?

The phone rings. I answer it only to hear something I never thought I would. Shock overtook my senses before I could even say a word. All I could say was, “What?” I will never forget that one day when the last straw fell and all the strength I had dissolved instantly into complete nothingness ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

True Faith = Salvation

Contributed by Todd Greene on Jan 4, 2014

Living out our faith is highly important in maintaing our relationship with Jesus Christ. Salvation is today and our faith in the Lord must be strong and steady!

True Faith = Salvation 1 Peter 1:1–12 Introduction: Faith is powerful and it is what we are required to have in our Christian walk with Christ with the guidance of the Holy Ghost. We have faith in the fact that Christ was/is God Himself. This Scripture today shows us there are a few ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Pattern For Faithful Living

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 16, 2006

Looking at the Hall of Faith in Hebrews 11, we can learn from the pattern of those who have gone before how to live a life of faith.

A Pattern for Faithful Living Hebrews 11:8-19 Prop: Use a 2 liter bottle filled with water and oil. Shake it up. Some things in this life can never be mixed. Darkness and light, death and life; pride and humility, and faith and doubt cannot be mixed. You either have one or the other. Today I ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-19

Denomination: Holiness

Building A Faith Life

Contributed by Dennis Lee on May 5, 2019

This sermon kicks off a new series on Building God's House within each believer. Today we're looking at building God's house by faith.

Building God’s House “Building a Life of Faith” Hebrews 11 The other week, one person suggested I do a series on the three pillars we adhere to at Living Waters Fellowship. One of our pillars is that of discipleship, which we call, “Building Up The House of God Within Each Person.” This got me ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, Jude 1:20

Denomination: Foursquare

Evidence Of True Faith Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jul 13, 2015

The outgrowth of a personal relationship with Christ is a commitment to truth, love, and morality.

Several years ago I traded at a dry cleaner that has since gone out of business. One week I intended to drop off my clothes, but for some reason or other I never stopped by. Finally, on my way to the office that Friday morning, I had time. When I walked in, two ladies were at the counter. They ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Faith Of Father Abraham Series

Contributed by Frank Lay on Sep 20, 2004

In Hebrews 11:8-22, the writer cites the life of Abraham as an example of the life of faith. As we examine the faith of Abraham, we will discover how faith can relate to us.

THE FAITH OF FATHER ABRAHAM Hebrews 11:8-22 “By faith Abraham, when he was called to go out into a place which he should after receive for an inheritance, obeyed; and he went out, not knowing whither he went” (Hebrews 11:8). One of the greatest examples of faith is seen in the life of Abraham. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-22

Denomination: Baptist

A Faithful And Persistent Mother Series

Contributed by Joseph Khati on May 25, 2018

The people we love the most are often taken for granted. 1. Someone has said “Being taken for granted is "a form of flattery.” 2. Mothers are taken for granted the most.

I. THE TROUBLES OF A MOTHER A. Afflictions do not dissolve affections. Just the opposite is true with mothers. 1. Mary at the foot of the cross (John 19:25-27) B. Being a mother means sacrifice. C. Proverbs 31:13-22 II. A MOTHER’S TESTING A. Being a mother is more than giving birth. It is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28, Mark 7:24-30, John 19:25-27, Proverbs 31:13-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faithful Unto Death

Contributed by David Radcliff on Jun 3, 2016

Christ was and is faithful to the interests of His people - “the faithful and true.”

FAITHFUL UNTO DEATH Revelation 11:3-13 Christ was and is faithful to the interests of His people - “the faithful and true.” I. THE TEXT IMPLIES OBLIGATIONS TO CHRIST’S SERVICE. This springs from - 1. Christ’s boundless Excellency - INFINITELY WORTHY. 2. His right of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:3-13

Denomination: Baptist

Walking By Faith Or By Sight?

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Feb 24, 2001

This sermon looks at the differences between faith based on experience only and faith based on the truth of God’s word. Experiential vrs. Truth.

Do We Walk by Faith or by Sight? To get a more completed picture of this biblical account, I will take this study from Matthew and John. Lets begin by reading from John 6: 5 Then Jesus lifted up His eyes, and seeing a great multitude coming toward Him, He said to Philip, "Where shall we buy bread, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-27, John 6:5-14

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham: Man Of Faith Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 19, 2004

One way to know the Bible is to become familiar with those who walk up and down in its pages. As we think about Abraham, the one word that comes to mind is faith. In the pages of Scripture, Abraham moves before us as the man through whom faith, the living

Abraham: Man of Faith Text: “By faith Abraham, when he was called to go out into a place which he should after receive for an inheritance, obeyed” (Heb. 11:8). Scripture Reading: Genesis 12:1-9; Hebrews 11:1-10] Introduction One way to know the Bible is to become familiar with those who walk up ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Come In Faith, Believing

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Sep 17, 2018

What four words would Jesus use to describe you?

William (Bill) E. Gordon, Baptist pastor and author has this to say about the breadth of faith: “Atheists have faith — faith that there is no God, no place of everlasting punishment in the hereafter. Animals possess faith; they display the utmost faith in their masters, as do children in their ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-37

Denomination: Other

A Non-Negotiable Faith

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 1, 2002

Daniel demonstrates how we can maintain our faith in a compromising environment.

“A NON-NEGOTIABLE FAITH” Daniel 1:1-16 INTRO: 1. Sometimes our faith can become an inconvenience. It will place us in inconvenient situation. a. It can put us at odds with those around us. If not, it’s time you take a look at your relationship with God. b. ILL. When the boss man suggests ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith, A Living Hope

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Apr 15, 2020

Facing a world in crisis

Message/Devotion April 19, 2020 1 Peter 1:3-9 Faith, A Living Hope Where is your hope in times of dire circumstances? We are trying to hold onto that hope as we struggle to be faithful and obedient to God and obey the laws and instructions of legal authorities governing our society. If there ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9, 2 Corinthians 5:6-7, Hebrews 12:2, Romans 10:17, James 1:3, Psalm 30:5, Hebrews 11:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith Over Fear

Contributed by Patrick Ziegler on Sep 10, 2021

Every person should have faith in the Lord because three truths

Me: I hate to be afraid. I grew up in a home where we would hide out and scare one another all the time. I have developed a reflex to strike out at that which scares me. I’ve almost hit several people I love because they scared me. I love being a Christian. I don’t have to fear anything anymore. I ...read more

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