Sermons on how god tests our faith: showing 496-510 of 216,751

How To Finish Well Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Feb 8, 2021

Stories abound of folks who began well in the Christian faith, and in ministry, but failed to finish well. What does the Word of God say about how we can be motivated to follow Jesus faithfully to the end?

I was listening to one of our secular news and talk radio stations one morning this past week. And there was an innocent joke, of all things, about our subject this morning. A married couple was having a debate about who should get out of bed in the mornings to brew the coffee. Finally, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13, Hebrews 3:14, Colossians 3:16-17

Denomination: Bible Church

A Greater Measure Of Faith

Contributed by Dennis Lee on May 23, 2020

Today's message is about what it means for God to increase our faith and give to us a greater measure of faith, and then what that looks like in the life of a believer.

A Greater Measure of Faith {Watch today’s message at:https://youtu.be/sfH934QEMbI {Listen to today’s message at: https://mega.nz/file/fNcFhYbA#S8ugZb6OiKM3TqrVafwuIn7MKkrSLJkf4Aq0N1gxNUg} As we move into this new season, after the COVID -19 pandemic, and coming back from a general shut down of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5, Matthew 17:20, Romans 12:3

Denomination: Foursquare

The Faith Of Abraham

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 11, 2013

Faith sees beyond the perplexities and difficulties of the present situation.

THE FAITH OF ABRAHAM. Genesis 22:1-19. Sometimes in our Christian lives we are challenged to surrender to God that which we hold most dear, that upon which we set our hopes, even that which God has given to us as a gift. God promised Abraham a son, but the patriarch’s wife Sarah was barren. So ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Costly Obedience

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jul 2, 2017

Abraham faced the greatest trial of his life when God asked him to sacrifice the child of promise. From it, we learn that God tests our faith, grows our faith, and models sacrifice as the Heavenly Father gives his only Son for us.

Genesis 22:1-14 Costly Obedience Sometimes we go through such heavy trials in this life. And, if we’re honest, we may wonder, “God, why are you allowing this to happen to me? I’m trying to follow you best I can. Why, Lord?” Yet, perhaps the better question would be, “Lord, what do you want me to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14, James 1:2-3, Luke 14:26, Hebrews 11:19, Philippians 4:19, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Remembering Our God Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

Ezekiel shows how the people forget God

Ezekiel 22 - March 18, 2018 It is wonderful to be able to spend time together looking at the word of God. And that is where our focus is going to be today - I don’t want you to focus on my words, but on God’s words. So let’s start with prayer that God will open our eyes to his truth today. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Increasing Our Faith Series

Contributed by Terry Denis on Jan 29, 2019

Putting our faith to work by adding godly virtues in increasing measure.

Increasing our Faith 2 Peter 1:1-11 Introduction. In this encouraging epistle, Peter expressed the wonderful grace of God who gave us everything we need for life and godliness made possible by our knowledge of Jesus Christ who called us to his glory and excellence. The basic element of faith is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Test That Tell Series

Contributed by Dan Morrison on Jul 13, 2002

Would Elisha passed the test to be used of God as a channel of Grace?

Dark Times: Test that Tell the Life and times of Elisha Elisha came on the scene in a day that was an extension of Elijah’s time. Northern Kingdom living; 1. INDEPENDENT LIVING; As we alluded to last week a time when the God of the Word and the Word of God was held in disrespect. No dependence ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19-21, 2 Kings 2:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

How Our Problems Can Effect Our Witness Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 12, 2009

Sharing our witness is hard times

The University of Success, ..a discussion of the universal qualities of successful people. I was struck with the statement that ‘all successful people have a clear purpose in life’. They have a compelling reason to get out of bed in the morning—and that driving purpose keeps them on track and makes ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-19

How To Shine Your Faith Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jun 17, 2009

Paul shares how important our witness is for a lost world

Yearly at Christmas on TV is , "It’s A Wonderful Life", staring Jimmy Stewart. George Bailey has big dreams of going to college and being a world traveler. Instead, he winds up having to take over his father’s building and loan, which is more like a charity than a business. George becomes so ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-18

Discovering Genesis, Part 17 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 11, 2011

Abraham’s faith is tested by God by asking him to sacrifice his son, Isaac, to the Lord. This message examines the testing and how we can learn from it.

Discovering Genesis, Part 17 Genesis 22:1-18 Introduction - Go with me to Genesis, Chapter 22 - This evening we are going to look at the testing of Abraham - Abraham desired nothing more than to have a son; an heir to inherit everything - Genesis 15:2-3, “But Abram said, “Sovereign LORD, what ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How God Uses Circumstances For Our Growth

Contributed by Bill Burnett on Feb 27, 2003

How does God use circumstances to help us fulfill and release God’s dreams for our lives

HOW GOD USES CIRCUMSTANCES TO HELP US REACH OUR DREAMS Going To The Next Level Series We’ve been talking about dreams for the last four weeks. I believe that every person in this room has a dream hidden in you somewhere. It is our desire that we help you find and release God’s dreams for your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:8-28

Denomination: Foursquare

Job, God, And Satan Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 23, 2020

Why did God allow Satan to test Job's faith?

Last week we noted a wealthy man Job with grown children who were also well off and enjoyed life. Job is described as blameless, upright, feared God and shunned evil. Job was a godly man! Before we learn from the rest of Chapter 1 of Job. Since angels are cited, let us remind ourselves of who ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Test For Abraham

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 23, 2004

To examine why God allowed Abraham to be tested and the results of that test

A Test for Abraham Genesis 22:1-18 Primary Purpose: To look at why God would test Abraham and the results of that test I have said that faith is the way in which we appropriate the work of God into our lives. We see this event throughout the Bible. Abraham was first tested with his wife ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

How To Fail Without Becoming A Failure

Contributed by Michael Cariño on Jan 4, 2017

Big Idea: A person is not finished when he fails; a person is finished when he gives up.

How to Fail Without Becoming a Failure Luke 22:31-22:34 Kurt Cobain. The famous rock singer-songwriter, musician, and best known as the lead singer and guitarist of the band Nirvana, has sold over 50 million albums worldwide. During the last years of his life, Cobain struggled with heroin ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Battle Tested For The Lord

Contributed by James Chandler on Feb 20, 2007

The story of Gideon and his army of 300 men teaches us some great lessons about life and faith. If God were going to give a report card, what grade would we get. God’s grading system is completely turned around from the worlds, as you will see in this se

Battle Tested for the Lord Judges 7 What grade would God give you? Unlike most grade cards, in this grade card A is bad and F is good! 1. What grade would God give you when it comes to your Heart? A -Afraid or F- Fearless Gideon- Anyone who trembles with fear may “turn back” and leave ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ