Sermons on Fiery Trial:

The Believer’s Precious Possessions

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Nov 14, 2010

When we think of something precious, we think of something that is to be cherished and watched jealously. As believers, there are some things which we possess that are truly precious.

Intro: When we think of something precious, we think of something that is to be cherished and watched jealously. (Give examples) As believers, there are some things which we possess that are truly precious. All the material wealth that we esteem will one day perish. All the people we count to be so ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-4

Denomination: *other

Common Areas In Which Satan Will Work Hard To Trip Up Christians (Part Ii)

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on May 25, 2002

Continuation of Part I.....Same description.

In my previous message on this topic, I attempted to point out some of the most common traps that satan lays for us. A. We are relatively safe from obviously gross temptations. 1. satan works in the areas in which we are the most susceptible. a. According to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Testing Of Our Faith

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 10, 2003

Our faith is tested not that God will learn if our faith is enduring but that we will learn if it is. The one sure proof that we possess saving faith is that our faith "endures to the end."

THE TESTING OF OUR FAITH "Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal among you, which comes upon you for your testing, as though some strange thing were happening to you; but to the degree that you share the sufferings of Christ, keep on rejoicing; so that at the revelation of His glory, you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-13, Matthew 10:22

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice In Your Sufferings Series

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Feb 11, 2008

This sermon deals with the reasons you need to rejoice in your sufferings because of what it produces in you including perseverance, character and hope.

Folk the reality is, we live in a world where there are natural disasters, political catastrophes, economic hardships, accidents, illnesses, death and widespread wickedness. No one can be a part of such a world without times of suffering. Likewise, the believer is not sheltered from adverse ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-5, John 14:26

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel Chapter 3a Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on May 18, 2008

How do you deal with temptation?

A. Chapter 3 Outline I. Daniel’s Friends Would Not Bow (3:1-7) a. The King’s Pride (3:1) b. The King’s Politicians (3:2-3) c. The King’s Proclamation (3:4-5) d. The King’s Penalty (3:6-7) II. Daniel’s Friends Would Not Budge (3:8-23) a. The Threat (3:8-15) i. The Astrologer’s Report ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

My God Of The Unlikely

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 3, 2006

If we had God figured out, he wouldn’t be God. If we had God figured out, we would not have to live by faith.

MY GOD OF THE UNLIKELY I Kings 17:1-24 MY GOD OF THE UNLIKELY God’s ways oftentimes seem strange to us. We do not always understand what He is doing. He does not do things the way that we think they should be done. Isaiah 55:8,9 declares "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-34

Denomination: Baptist

Almighty God Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jul 8, 2020

The global outbreak of this pandemic has caused panic in the lives of people. But as believers we do have a place of great safety. This series on Psalm 91 will be a great immunity booster.

We read in Psalm 91:1 He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. (WEB) The Psalmist in the above mentioned verse mentions two titles for God; The Most High and The Almighty. As we have already considered the significance of The Most High God in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1

Denomination: Other

Integrity - Counting The Cost Series

Contributed by Don Jones on May 30, 2006

Are you willing to follow Christ no matter what the cost? Three young men show us how Almighty God was revealed when they were in the midst of the fire. The third in a series on integrity

6-04-2006 Integrity - Counting the Cost Daniel 3:1-30 West Glendale Baptist Church Pastor Don Jones We are now on the third message of the series entitled "Integrity". To say that they went from the frying pan into the fire would be incorrect. They simply went into the fire. Shadrach, Meshach, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

God's Unfailing Guidance SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

This sermon reassures us that God guides the steps of the righteous and will never abandon us. He will not lead us astray or forsake us.

Introduction: In this sermon, we find comfort in the assurance that God orders the steps of a good person and delights in their ways. Even when we stumble, God upholds us with His hand. The psalmist testifies that throughout his life, he has never seen the righteous forsaken or their children ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:23-28

Topics: Assurance Of Salvation

Developing Pressure Cooked Principles Series

Contributed by John Knight on Jul 22, 2003

A look at the life of Daniel; his principles.

Series: When Cultures Collide Topic: Developing Pressure Cooked Principles (How to have a tenacity of faith that will stand the pressures of life) June 30, 2002 Introduction: ill-A few years ago psychologist Ruth W. Berenda and her associates carried out an interesting experiment with ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Holiness

Christ's Example Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001

forgiveness in practice

Jesus’ Example of Forgiveness – Matthew 26:47-56 Illustration:Chuck Swindoll reports that a seminary student in Chicago faced a forgiveness test. Although he preferred to work in some kind of ministry, the only job he could find was driving a bus on Chicago’s south side. One day a gang of tough ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:18-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Shield Works

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 30, 2014

A message on the great power and quality of the shield.

Ephesians 6:16 KJV Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. Ephesians 6:10-19 WEYMOUTH In conclusion, strengthen yourselves in the Lord and in the power which His supreme might imparts. [11] Put on the complete armour of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

This Is Just A Test

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Mar 10, 2005

Pressure (tests are part of life) how we handle our tests determine whether we are promoted to the next level or not.

Joseph is a fruitful bough, even a fruitful bough by a well; whose branches run over the wall: 23 The archers have sorely grieved him, and shot at him, and hated him: 24 But his bow abode in strength, and the arms of his hands were made strong by the hands of the mighty God of Jacob; (from ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:22-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Three Important Words

Contributed by Mark Price on May 12, 2006

Today there are three more important words – words of urgency – and they are “LOOKING UNTO JESUS.” They are words of salvation. They are words of encouragement. They are words of direction. They are words for daily living. So let me ask you, “Who are

Introduction What power just a few simple words have. Many years ago, the Grand Trunk Railroad sponsored a contest for a phrase to put on a sign at a railroad crossing. Many entries were sent in, as there was a $2,500.00 prize for the winning entry. There were various phrases, some long, some ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: *other

We Will Not Bow PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Encourage believers to stand firm in their faith, regardless of worldly pressures, drawing strength from the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego.

Good morning, family! Today we’re diving into an incredible story from the Book of Daniel, Chapter 3. It's a tale that has it all: pressure, power, and strength, but not quite in the ways you’d expect. The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego is one many of us learned in Sunday school. But as ...read more

Topics: Worldly Pressures, Daniel 3