Sermons on Illegal Trial:

Growth Through Trials

Contributed by Scottie Gray on Jun 20, 2013

God uses trials to strengthen us.

Father God we pray to you, our one and only God. We worship your Holy name. We pray a mercy seat in the middle of the sanctuary, so that you may join us with your presence, and hear our praise. We ask for your cleansing, and a desire to hide your Word in our hearts. Father God, we ask that you take ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-62

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Through Trials Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Mar 5, 2013

Introduction to the Book of James. Difficulties and dilemma's pursue us. How have you handled your trials?

James: A Faith That Works Faith through Trials James 1:1-2 1 James, a bondservant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad: Greetings. 2 My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials. Introduction One man’s life provides a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

A Tale Of Two Trials Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Mar 5, 2013

Trials and temptations will come. One tempts you to sin against God while the other tests you to trust in God. Which will you follow?

12 Blessed is the man who endures temptation; for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him. 13 Let no one say when he is tempted, "I am tempted by God"; for God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He Himself tempt anyone. 14 But ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus On Trial: The Resistance Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 29, 2013

In this sermon we examine the brief resistance that the disciples mounted in Jesus' defense on the night of his betrayal and arrest.

Scripture Two years I began what I planned to be a seven-year series of messages. It is based on the book by James Montgomery Boice and Philip Graham Ryken that is titled, Jesus on Trial. My goal is to teach on seven important aspects of the trial of Jesus Christ: the diabolical conspiracy to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:47-56

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Temptation, Testimony, Trials Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Mar 12, 2014

The story of Joseph and Potiphar’s wife is about about moral choices and so much more! There's times when we suffer for taking a stand for what’s right and refusing to choose the path that looks attractive. But the Lord will be with us and bless us!

God in the Ebb & Flow of Life: Temptation, Testimony & Trials Scripture Text: Genesis 39.1-21 INTRODUCTION [Begin by using a contemporary illustration of a natural disaster/catastrophe in a distant place…] Just because it’s hard for me to imagine how such-an-isolated-event could ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-21

Denomination: Nazarene

On Trial: Grace Or Guilt?

Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 2, 2014

Today we are going to look at Romans 8:1-4 which is the response of Jesus Christ to our accusers on the “sinful nature” team. Let us read the response of the defense and I believe along the way you and I will gain some perspective on grace and guilt.

GRACE OR GUILT ROMANS 8:1-4 INTRODUCTION Order in the court! I am going to ask you to put yourself on trial this morning. I want you to imagine that you are sitting in the court room of life and you are in the hot seat. You are on trial. Your actions and thoughts are on trial. Your attitudes ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hope In The Midst Of Trials

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 21, 2013

Facing up to the LORD from within an experience of darkness.

HOPE IN THE MIDST OF TRIALS. Job 23:1-9; Job 23:16-17. “When He has tried me, I shall come forth as gold” (Job 23:10). An active faith may question suffering - but it will not abandon God. In fact, the example of Job demonstrates that the closer we are to God, the more audacious our ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:16-17, Job 23:10, Job 23:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Faith Test: Trials Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Oct 19, 2011

Why should we "count it all joy" when we experience trials?

[You can receive free sermons each week by email if you contact jonrmcleod@gmail.com. You can also follow Jonathan's blog at blog.fhfbc.org.] AN INTRODUCTION TO THE BOOK OF JAMES James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes in the Dispersion: Greetings (v. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Trials With Joy

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 16, 2012

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

Scripture: James 1:2-12, 1 Corinthians 6:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus On Trial: The Arrest Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 6, 2012

I would like to examine briefly the arrest behind the death of Jesus.

Scripture Last year I began what I plan to be a seven-year series of messages. It is based on the book by James Montgomery Boice and Philip Graham Ryken that is titled, Jesus on Trial. My goal is to teach on seven important aspects of the trial of Jesus Christ: the diabolical conspiracy to kill ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus On Trial: The Conspiracy Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 23, 2011

This message examines briefly the conspiracy behind the death of Jesus.

Introduction I admit that I love a conspiracy! In 1995 the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in America met in Dallas, TX. After the conclusion of the General Assembly I had a day to visit in Dallas before traveling back home. I visited the Grassy Knoll at the Dealey Plaza, right ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:3-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith For The Fiery Trial

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 9, 2015

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FAITH FOR THE FIERY TRIAL DANIEL 3:14-30 INTRODUCTION: I Peter 4:12-13 Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: 13 But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:14-30

Denomination: Holiness

How To Respond To Trials Series

Contributed by Buffy Cook on Jan 25, 2015

"For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

Christianity For Dummies: How To Respond to Trials James 1:2-8 I. Introduction A. How many of you have ever used one of these? Show "For Dummies" book. B. When Dan Gookin wrote "DOS For Dummies," the first "For Dummies" book, most bookstore chains didn't want to carry the book at all, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Trials & Paradoxes Of Ministry Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 18, 2014

Those who serve through the difficulties of life & ministry find that God¡¯s grace produces dignity in them & glory for God.

2 CORINTHIANS 6: 3-10 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] THE TRIALS AND PARADOXES OF MINISTRY [Romans 5:1-5 / 14: ] With an outburst of passion, noble Christian service is described. For those who receive the grace of God, and allow it to carry out its intended working, there is a moving into ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

Life Giving Trials Series

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 5, 2011

James is calling us to a new way of thinking when it comes to trials and temptations. He's calling us to a way of life that will bring us through to maturity and completeness. It's a call to recognize that our faith in Jesus Christ is being tested.

LIFE GIVING TRIALS JAMES 1:2 4 How many here have ever seen a golf ball...or held one in your hand? Probably all of you. Well, did you know that when they first manufactured golf balls, they made them smooth. But later on it was discovered that after a ball had been roughed up, they could get a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4