Sermons on Faith Through Trials:

What Is The Truth About Trials And Temptations? Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Aug 5, 2008

Today from this passage the Apostle Peter is going to tell us the truth about trials and temptations.

What is the Truth about Trials and Temptations? Am service July 13th 2008 1 Peter 1:6-9 Introduction As I began preparing this message I began to really think deep into the thought the “Truth about Trials and Temptations”, and I thought this about life. Life should come with a list of side ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Results Of Life's Trials

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 9, 2021

There is a story told of Chippie the parakeet. Chippie never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage, sending a song into the air; the next second he was sucked into the line of the vacuum cleaner.

His problem began when his owner decided to clean his cage with a vacuum. She had stuck the nozzle in to suck up the seeds and feathers at the bottom of the cage, when the nearby telephone rang. Instinctively she turned to pick it up. She had barely said hello, when ssswwwwwpppppp! Chippie got ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Walk Through The Garden Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 30, 2006

A visit to Gethsemane to learn from Jesus the way to face life’s times of crisis with power that comes from God and to take that into our next hard time

1. Title: A Walk Through The Garden 2. Text: Matthew 26:36-56; Mark 14:32-52; Luke 22:39-53; John 18:1-12 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, March 26, 2006, 1st in the 4 part series “Walk To The Cross” 4. Objectives: -for the people to examine the actions of Jesus at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Going Through The Motions Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Oct 22, 2023

Haggai challenges the people to get their hearts right

Haggai: The Best is Yet to Come Haggai 2:10-19 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 10-22-23 Intro [ I dressed as a “rock star” and pretended to play “Eruption” by Eddie Van Halen.] Angel is right. I’m not a rock star. I was just “going through the motions.” Through ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

Your Trial Has An Expiry Date

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 15, 2025

Understanding that your trial has an expiry date gives you strength to endure. It assures you that no night lasts forever and no storm is endless.

YOUR TRIAL HAS AN EXPIRY DATE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Peter 5:10 "But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you." Supporting Texts: Psalm 30:5, 2 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Essentials Of Faith Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 31, 2008

Faith is daring the soul to go beyond what the eyes can see. We should not put our trust in any other person or thing but in Christ [God] alone. They are all mortal but God alone is immortal. Our faith grows and is build through prayer, fasting and hear

Opening illustration: During the 2nd week of our being at Valley we encountered a situation where we had to exercise our faith to the extreme. [Dealing with an incident of a person who was possessed.] Let us look into a passage where we see the disciples lack of faith and being exhorted by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is A Spiritual Journey: The Road Of Trials Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 5, 2021

We’ve been called to the adventure. We’re on our spiritual journey. Last week we talked about the moment of clarity, where we realize a profound truth, that God is real.

"Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 13 But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. 14 If you are insulted ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Salvation Army

Keeping You From The Hour Of Trial.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 21, 2021

What is the Key of David? The Key of David is a term found in Revelation and Isaiah. A key indicates control or authority; therefore, having the Key of David would give one control of David’s domain, Jerusalem, the City of David, and the kingdom of Israel.

Keeping You From the Hour Of Trial. Revelation 3:7-13TPT These verses were written to the Christians in the Asian city of Philadelphia in about A.D. 96, John, in the book of Revelation, assured those in Philadelphia that they were, indeed, the heirs to salvation. Revelation3:7TPT Write the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

18. David Fleeing: Perseverance And Trials Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 27, 2025

Life as God’s chosen servant isn’t always easy. David had been anointed king, but instead of ascending to the throne in triumph, he found himself running for his life.

David Fleeing: Perseverance and Trials July 9, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 19-21 Introduction When God’s anointed walks through the valley of trial and betrayal, the Lord provides His presence, His people, and His providence to sustain him for His ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Have Faith In God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 13, 2024

This sermon explores how to actively foster, fortify, and fuel faith through understanding God's promises and practicing forgiveness in a fallen world.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to another blessed day in the Lord's presence. It is a joy to gather together, to lift our hearts in praise, and to seek wisdom from God's holy word. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound truth, a truth that has the power to invigorate ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:20-26, 2 Corinthians 1:20

Topics: Faith Growth

The Secret Power Of Joy

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 12, 2013

This is your time for restitution, to take back what the devil took from you

I didn't come here tonight just to preach I came to prophesy God sent me with a prophetic word just like it happen in the Bible the word of the Lord would come to his prophets the word of the Lord came to me. the word of the Lord came to me and he said to me prophesy that God is restoring Joy to ...read more

Scripture: Job 20:15-18, James 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Agonizing Cry Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years. (PREACHED DURING COVID LOCK DOWN)

GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION AGONIZING CRY OF JESUS Good morning, Family. I am hoping and praying that everyone is well and is staying safe. Today is our third Sunday that we have NOT been able to WORSHIP together as a FAMILY. And I know it is HARD on everyone not being able to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-72, Mark 15:1-20, Mark 15:22-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Can’t Curse Your Crisis Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 3, 2010

A sermon on persevering through crises and trials.

INTRO ƒ{ Paul is the ultimate survivor ƒ{ He has been through everything o Stoned o Beaten o Locked up o Lied at, to, on o Shipwrecked o Bitten by snake o Even his conversation was a bit on the rough side ƒ{ Yet I never saw him complain or curse his crisis ƒ{ Instead he has learned to be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:27-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"unshakeable - Forging Strength In The Fires Of Adversity"

Contributed by Bishop, W. F. Houston, Jr. on Jul 29, 2024

In a world filled with challenges and trials, we are called to stand firm in our faith, finding joy and growth even in the midst of hardship.

Focal Scripture: James 1:2-4 (CSB) "Consider it a great joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you experience various trials, because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance. And let endurance have its full effect, so that you may be mature and complete, lacking ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Other

Chase The Wind Or Stand On The Rock

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Oct 16, 2021

A life that is built pursuing worldly things is like chasing the wind. But a life built on the Rock which is Christ is the only one that will endure.

Chase the Wind or Stand on the Rock Text: Ecclesiastes 3:1-17 THANKSGIVING AND PRAYER If you will, take your Bibles this morning and open them up to the Book of Ecclesiastes. I’ve been looking a lot at the wisdom literature from Scripture recently, and I don’t know about all of you, but in these ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible