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  • Brian Bill avatar

    Standing Firm In Trials Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003
    based on 116 ratings
     | 36,748 views

    Persecution is promised to believers; therefore we should not be surprised when we encounter trials of various kinds. In the midst of difficulties, we must continue to increase in love for people as we anticipate the return of Christ.

    Standing Firm in Trials Here are a few breaking prayer needs that have been compiled by a ministry called “Open Doors.” (Taken from the Pastor’s Guide for the “International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church,” www.opendoorsusa.org). Vietnamese authorities recently arrested a pastor and held ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Truth About Trials

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on May 16, 2002
    based on 719 ratings
     | 151,020 views

    A sermon about the purpose of trials in our life

    TITLE: The Truth About trials TEXT: James 1:2-12 THEME: trials, faith, believers under test, testings, perseverance P.S. The Christian does not have to be a victim of his circumstance, but can have victory even in times of trials and testings. INTRODUCTION: Max Lucado, In the Eye of the Storm, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Facing Trials With Joy

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 16, 2012
     | 8,720 views

    Some people consider it pure joy when they escape trials. But James calls us to consider it pure joy when we face trials. This seems like an impossible thing to be able to do. What do we need to have if we are going to have joy in the midst of trials?

    FACING TRIALS WITH JOY James 1:1-12 INTRODUCTION: Some people consider it pure joy when they escape trials. But James calls us to consider it pure joy when we face trials. This seems like an impossible thing to be able to do. What do we need to have if we are going to have joy in the midst of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Christian's Perspective Of Trials

    Contributed by Shad Comeaux on Nov 11, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,598 views

    How Christians should view trials of life.

    I’m wondering this morning if there is anybody who knows anything about trials. Is there anyone who’s going through a trial right now? Maybe you’ve just come out of a trial and I’m not psychic, but I have a feeling that somebody is about to go through a trial. • The words of the great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Malone avatar

    Turning Trials Into Triumphs Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 2, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,235 views

    James shares some incredible truths about how we can turn the various trials we encounter into life into triumphs.

    Turning Our Trials Into Triumphs Making It Real – week 2 OKAY… let’s do this. LAST WEEK – we began a new series on the book of James – a letter written by James the ½ brother of Jesus (a guy who grew up with Jesus, who didn’t believe Jesus was God, who along with his brothers and sisters even ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Owens avatar

    Turning Trials Into Triumphs Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 1, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,623 views

    In James 1:2-12 we learn five timeless, spiritual truths that enable us to turn trials into triumphs.

    Introduction: A. In Max Lucado’s book, In The Eye Of The Storm (published in 1991), he tells a story about a parakeet named Chippie. 1. Chippie the parakeet never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage, and the next he was sucked in, washed up and blown over. 2. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Turing Trials Into Triumphs Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 7, 2021
     | 6,275 views

    The first subject that James addresses in his letter is how to face our trials. His suggestion is shocking: we should welcome our trials with joy. But his reason for the suggestion makes sense when you understand things from God's perspective.

    A. In Max Lucado’s book, In The Eye Of The Storm, he tells a story about a parakeet named Chippie. 1. Chippie the parakeet never saw it coming -one second he was peacefully perched in his cage, and the next he was sucked in, washed up and blown over. 2. The problem began when Chippie’s owner ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Profiting From Trials Series

    Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Jan 6, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,404 views

    How can we let trials in our lives benefit our Christian walk?

    Profiting From Trials James 1:2-4 Introduction A young, Christian man went to an older believer to ask for prayer. "Will you please pray that I may be more patient?" he asked. The aged saint agreed. They knelt together and the man began to pray, "Lord, send this young man misery in the morning; ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Understanding Trials And Temptations Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 15, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,632 views

    There is a difference between a trial and a temptation. there is a difference in the way that we approach our trials. God has to be in charge.

    Faith that Works; Understanding trials of Life James 1:1-18 Introduction: We are starting a new series this week called Faith that works. We will be studying the book of James. Possible other lessons; Listening and living the Word of God. Taming you tongue. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Purifying Fire Of Trials Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 19, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,885 views

    Our lives are orchestrated by God to refine us.

    The Purifying Fire of Trials (I Peter 1:6-9) 1. Life is filled with difficult to answer questions. Why do toasters always have a setting that burns the toast to a horrible crisp, which no decent human being would eat? If the professor on Gilligan’s Island can make a radio out of coconut, why ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    How To Withstand Trials

    Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Apr 25, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 12,128 views

    How to handle the trials of life

    HOW TO WITHSTAND TRIALS Part 1 Matt 5:48 James 1:2-12 Pastor Jeff Seaman Introduction A pastor once asked his congregation, “Does anyone here Know any perfect people?” A short man stood up and shouted, “Yes, my wife’s first husband” This man had learned from experience how hard it is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • John Ong avatar

    There Is Blessing In Every Trial

    Contributed by John Ong on Sep 22, 2017
     | 10,143 views

    The Bible tells us that patience is cheerful endurance. It is all about waiting on what God will do to your life and enjoying the wait like a child with anticipation.

    In any competition, the most important factor is not how many begin with the contest, but who finishes and completes the course. Paul declared in Hebrews 12:1-3. “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Robert Gallaty avatar

    The Truth About Trials Series

    Contributed by Robert Gallaty on Aug 6, 2007
     | 3,921 views

    All of us have experienced trials and temptations in Life. What should we do in the midst of difficulty and what can we expect from the Tests of Life? James provides wisdom on handling the challenges of life.

    THE TRUTH ABOUT TRIALS Intro: How Many People Love to Take Tests? With Persperation on your Forehead, and Sweat on your Palms, the Teachers Hand out the Test, with a Smile on their Face and say, “This is not intended to discourage you or make you nervous—It is simply to see what you know. IT’s a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pat Damiani avatar

    Joy In The Midst Of Trials Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 13, 2022
     | 4,828 views

    I find joy in my trials when I embrace them as God’s instruments for good.

    NOTES: • This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joel Gilbert avatar

    Tribes, Trials, Trust Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 12, 2024
     | 903 views

    In this sermon, we consider James' opening remarks to believers as they face trials and persecution.

    How do you respond when your rights as a citizen or resident of the United States collides with the life that God has called you to live as a follower of Christ? Can there be a conflict? This week, one of the the guys who came through for training was a man named Stephen. Story: malfunctioning ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist