Sermons on Jobs Trial:

Counting Blessings Amid Trials Series

Contributed by Peter Ceccardi on Dec 3, 2024

Charles Dickens once said, “Reflect upon your present blessings, of which every man has plenty; not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.”

Introduction: Theme of Gratitude and Faith in Trials Brethren, as we gather to begin this series, Echoes of Christmas: God’s Unfolding Plan, our hearts are tuned to Thanksgiving. It is fitting that we turn our minds to the matter of gratitude—an act not for days of ease alone but for days of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4, Psalm 107:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Joy In My Trials Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 25, 2014

How to experience joy in the midst of trials in our lives.

Have you ever asked someone how they are doing and had them answer something like this: “Well, under the circumstances, I’m doing pretty well.”? When I hear someone say something like that I’m reminded of something that I heard many years ago. This quote from Rick Warren ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Baptist

In The Midst Of Trouble

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Apr 26, 2023

If you are a human being and alive, then you must know what trouble is. It is a constant companion from the cradle to the grave. We live in the midst of trouble.

TEXT: PSALMS 138:7 (NIV) "Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life. You stretch out your hand against the anger of my foes; with your right hand you save me." MAN AND TROUBLE If you are a human being and alive, then you must know what trouble is. It is everywhere and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:7, Job 14:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Troubles Fly Away!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 17, 2023

God’s purpose is greater than your problem. Every trial is a teacher. Every storm is a school. Every experience is an education. Every difficulty is for your development. Gods greater!

Troubles Fly Away! Psalm 55:6-8TPT Rick Warren quote: God’s purpose is greater than your problem. Every trial is a teacher. Every storm is a school. Every experience is an education. Every difficulty is for your development. Gods greater! Psalm 55, describes a time of some kind of rebellion ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:6-8, Job 1:20-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Genuine Faith In The Midst Of Trials Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 8, 2016

This is the first message in a series through the book of James. This messages is the first looking at the subject of genuine faith when we face persecution.

GENUINE FAITH – PART 1 GENUINE FAITH IN THE MIDST OF TRIALS JAMES 1:1-4 JAMES, A SERVANT OF GOD AND OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST, TO THE TWELVE TRIBES SCATTERED AMONG THE NATIONS: GREETINGS. 2  CONSIDER IT PURE JOY, MY BROTHERS, WHENEVER YOU FACE TRIALS OF MANY KINDS, 3  BECAUSE YOU KNOW THAT THE ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Bearing Up Under Trials Series

Contributed by Joe Garza on Oct 26, 2006

We need to endure and have the ability to remain under tremendous weight and pressure without succumbing

DO WE HAVE KNOWLEDGE IN CHRIST JESUS (Bearing Up Under Trials) Part 6 of 9 Holy Ground Spirit Filled Church 6-17-06 Pastor: Joe M Garza Text: 2:Peter 1:5-8 INTRODUCTION: We have observed that growing in the knowledge of Jesus Christ begins with the foundation of faith (conviction and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-8

Denomination: Christian Church

Growing Through Trials And Challenges

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025

Life is filled with seasons of difficulty, pain, and unexpected challenges. These trials often come unannounced and can shake the very foundations of our faith. However, the Word of God assures us that trials are not meant to destroy us but to develop us.

GROWING THROUGH TRIALS AND CHALLENGES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 1:2-4 Supporting Texts: Romans 5:3-5, 2 Corinthians 4:17, 1 Peter 1:6-7, Isaiah 43:2, Hebrews 12:11 INTRODUCTION: Life is filled with seasons of difficulty, pain, and unexpected challenges. These trials often come ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We Don't Look Like What We've Been Through Series

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Mar 1, 2011

When we were at our LOWEST STATE, it is there that God is able to work with us and help us SHED the things of this world that we can become truly dependent upon Him. It is during the Hardships of Life that we learn how to lean and depend on the Lord.

TITLE: WE DON’T LOOK LIKE WHAT WE’VE BEEN THROUGH SCRIPTURE: JOB 28:2-3 I and the Perfected Praise Worship Center family are honored to be here this afternoon to participate in such a celebration hosted by this great Pastor and Church family. I must say that we have experienced a ...read more

Scripture: Job 28:2-3, 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Form Of Our Test And Trials

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 12, 2007

Trials / test are the very soil in which we grow! What form do they come in? For-warned is forearmed.

Form of our Test, Trials, and Temptations James 1:2,3 I heard about a pastor who placed this sign on his door: "If you have problems, come in and tell me all about them. If you don’t have any problems, come in and tell me how you avoid them." In my opinion, verses 2-4 are some of the most ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Tests And Trials - The Manna Test

Contributed by George Rennau on Mar 23, 2003

The MANNA TEST IS a cumulative experience of trials where our obedience, patience, and perseverance are molded and tested

TITLE THE MANNA TEST When you ponder the events of your life what comes to mind. For me it’s those powerful moments Those times when I was struggling Those times when I had lost someone I love Or was going through a financial crisis Or was learning an important lesson about relationships For me ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Navigating Your Trial Successfully Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 16, 2009

Sermon discusses the importance of choices made during trying experiences and how to make wise choices.

Navigating Your Trial Successfully James 1:12-18 5-4-08 We’ve been talking about trials in James Chapter one. In the first 12 verses we learned that if we persevere through the trial, God will work some wonderful things in us during the process and in the end we will receive a crown of life. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Charismatic

The Trying Of Our Faith

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Apr 24, 2002

Encouragement and help in facing overwhelmin trials

We aren’t so unlike the men and women of old. A. As human beings they had the same temptations. 1. As a matter of fact, the men and women of old did not have a present and living Holy Spirit of God in residence. a. It is this Holy Spirit who empowers us to rise above ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:13-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"We Are Just Passing Through"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Nov 11, 2011

How to be patient and joyful in pain and trials.

I want to thank everyone for all the e mails yesterday. Over the past 13 years of writing I have lived my life out through what God has enabled me to write. My doctor’s appointment went well. My depression is severe but all I can tell you is that 1. God does not make mistakes 2. God has ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:10

The Trials And Tribulations Never Stop

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Aug 23, 2018

As an evangelist or a supporter of evangelists you shall be attacked every now and then. It never ends

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: THE TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS NEVER STOP Acts 17:10-15 King James Version (KJV) 10 And the brethren immediately sent away Paul and Silas by night unto Berea: who coming thither went into the synagogue of the Jews. 11 These were more noble than those ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:10-15

Denomination: Charismatic

3 Keys To Enduring Trials Series

Contributed by Dennis Clark on Feb 26, 2001

These messages rely heavily upon John McCarthur’s New Testament Commentaries, only the error are mine

3 Keys to enduring Trials James 1: 4-12 We have already observed in our 1st message that joy and understanding are supernatural responses to trials. Joy is available through the presence of God in our trials and through our will to endure for Christ sake. Joy for a Christian does not depend upon ...read more

Scripture: James 1:4-12

Denomination: Baptist