Sermons on How God Tests Our Faith:

Are You Loyal To God? (By; Pastor Carmen Gomez)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jun 7, 2004

How loyal are you to the Lord?

As we study the book of 2 Chronicles and the lives of the kings and people of Israel we see that God always responded in the same way towards Idolatry and the turning of our backs to Him. Chapter 17:3 tells us that Jehoshaphat did not seek the Baals and because of that God prospered him. Many ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 17:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Daniel In The Den Of Faith

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Oct 27, 2005

This sermon basically is a running commentary on a Reformation Sunday talking about how God delivered Daniel through faith.

October 30, 2005 Daniel 6:10-12, 16-23 - Reformation Sermon Daniel 6:10-12 Now when Daniel learned that the decree had been published, Daniel was one of three administrators under King Darius of the Medes and the Persians. The book of Daniel is unique because it takes place outside of the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:10-23

Denomination: Lutheran

How Much Do We Care About God?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 15, 2009

We can measure our care for God by our willingness to equip ourselves for witness and to share the Gospel with our neighbors and to be missions supporters.

The plumber came this week. You remember, those of you who were here last Sunday, how I was waiting for the plumber to come and solve our drainage problems? The plumber did come this week. He did the job I wanted, and even did it better than I knew it could be done. Not only did he unstop the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Da Vinci Code: A Faith Of Our Design Or God's? - Part One Of Series Series

Contributed by Scott Weber on Mar 14, 2006

This is the first part of six part series on "Decoding The Da Vinci Code" that deals with the errors of Dan Brown’s book and the truth of history and the Bible.

Decoding The Da Vinci Code – pt. 1 “A Faith of Our Design Or God’s?” Picture of book Exerpt from “Breaking The Da Vinci Code” By Collin Hansen | posted 11/07/2003/CCN online “Perhaps you’ve heard of Dan Brown’s The Da Vinci Code. This fictional thriller has captured the coveted number one sales ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Could I Possibly Imitate God? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 9, 2020

Paul writes that we should imitate our Heavenly Father like children. How does a child imitate their parent, how can we "imitate God" and what difference can that make to our witness as Christians?

I have a 2-year-old grandson who lives with me right now - along with is mom and dad - and he loves being with me. We watch cartoons together/ play together, and we work together. We mow grass (we showed a picture of him pushing a toy mower) and we wash the dishes (we showed a picture of him ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Way To Measure Our Lives Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 24, 2022

Jesus gives us four good ways to measure our lives: 1. Have I rejected God's representatives? (vs. 12-19). 2. Have I repented? (vs. 20-24). 3. Have I received God's revelation? (vs. 25-26). 4. Do I have a relationship with God? (vs. 27).

God's Way to Measure Our Lives The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 11:12-27 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared February 24, 2022) (Revised Feb. 26 to expand section on repentance.) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 11. In this chapter, John the Baptist had been suffering in prison for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:12-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Lions In Daniel's Den Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 17, 2006

Daniel was now facing his toughest test yet. In our study of this test I want you to see two very important truths that are meant by God to help you through the tests that you will inevitably face in life.

Scripture Today I would like to conclude my sermon series in the book of Daniel. Actually, I am concluding my sermon series at the end of chapter 6. The reason I am not carrying on with chapter 7 is because Daniel 7-12 deals with various visions that Daniel had. There is no unified consensus as to ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:16-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith And Family Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 22, 2020

In these days of confusion, listen to your family and to the Lord most of all.

There is an old fable that tells the story of an old man who was traveling with a boy and a donkey. As they walked through a village, the man was leading the donkey and the boy was walking behind. The villagers said the old man was a fool for not riding, so the old man climbed up on the animal’s ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18, Proverbs 1:8-9, 1 Timothy 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How God Can Use Struggles For Good

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

God works all things together for His good and our good - even the worst struggles in life.

HELPING THE WOUNDED TO SEE HOW GOD CAN USE THEIR STRUGGLES FOR GOOD Illustration; When I hear my friends say they hope their children don’t have to experience the hardships they went through--I don’t agree. Those hardships made us what we are. You can be disadvantaged in many ways, and one way may ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Our Jubilee

Contributed by Clint Carr on Nov 24, 2003

This message deals with Isaiah 61 and Leveticus 25 and how the two relate

The Favor of the Lord Text: Luke 4:14-22; IS. 61:1-3 Read Luke 4:14-19 Prayer! Intro: IN vs. 14 of our text, we see that Jesus has just came out of the wilderness. -As you know, this was a time of great trial for him. For the devil himself tempted Jesus(read 4:2) -One of the greatest ways ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3, Leviticus 25:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fear: Standing Face To Faith Series

Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Aug 12, 2002

In the passge immediatly after the great victory over the prophets of Baal, Elijah shows us all the none is exempt of fear in our lives. But God shows us how to overcome.

FEAR: STANDING FACE TO FAITH Growing Through Fear I Kings 19:1-21 Introduction: Swindoll: Wycliffe. I.Fear makes us run away; God comes by our side.(3-8) A.Fear makes us run away 1.Elijah headed out of Jezreel south to Beersheba; a. Geography lesson. Then the desert. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

How To Turn Stress Into Rest - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ronald Franklin on Aug 7, 2008

One thing that often hinders Christians in enjoying our lives is stress. The times when we feel stressed out are usually the most miserable times in our lives. If believers are going to live the abundant life, we’ve got to learn how to deal with stress.

INTRODUCTION As you know, our theme this year in CCC is Determined to Develop. Today we want to talk about one of the areas of our lives that it is most crucial for us to develop in if we are going enjoy our lives. Do you know that God intends for you to enjoy life? When we talk about the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

How Shall We Live With The Blues

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Apr 15, 2024

Psalm 4 confronts the reality of existential weariness and challenges within the church and leadership, urging a return to the Blues sensibility that acknowledges suffering and seeks faith, peace, and hope in God's promises amid life's storms.

THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER, YEAR B How Shall We Live With The Blues Easter is such a joyous, colorful, and vibrant celebration! Now in Eastertide, this second Sunday after Easter this third Sunday of Eastertide, Christ is still risen! The Creation is still waking up! This Sunday provides us with ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

The Immutability Of God

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 21, 2025

In a world where everything feels like shifting sand, we are here today to build our lives on the one Rock that never moves: the unchanging character of God.

Have you ever felt like you're standing on shifting sand? Think about the world around us. The news cycle changes every hour. The economy that was booming yesterday is uncertain today. Technology that was cutting-edge last year is now obsolete. Fashions come and go. Even closer to home, things ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6, James 1:17, Hebrews 13:8

Denomination: Baptist

Wilderness Season Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. John Varughese on May 10, 2025

Psalms 13:1-2 " How long, O Lord, will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart all the day? How long will my enemy be exalted over me?

Psalm 13 captures David’s deep despondency and his struggle with God’s silence during a challenging period in the wilderness. This heartfelt lament reflects a profound sense of abandonment and a desperate plea for God’s intervention. David openly questions how long God will hide His face and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-2, Job 23:8-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God