Sermons on Jostled By Trials:

I Am He

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 21, 2016

Jesus, throughout His ordeal of trial and the cross volunteered for us and said over and over, "I Am He."

I AM HE JOHN 18:3-19:37 #IAmHe JESUS SAID OVER AND OVER: I AM HE READ JOHN 18:3-9 “So Judas came to the grove, guiding a detachment of soldiers and some officials from the chief priests and Pharisees. They were carrying torches, lanterns and weapons. 4 Jesus, knowing all that was going to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessed Is The Man That Endureth Temptation: Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

It is trials and tribulation in a Christian’s life that refines our trust in God and increases our dependence upon the Lord.

Tom Lowe 1/24/2021 Text: James 1:12 (KJV) Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the Crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. INTRODUCTION It is trials and tribulation in a Christian’s life that refines our trust in God and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Journey

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Aug 14, 2022

It is in the lifeboats of praise, blessings, persecution and trials and tribulations that we draw nearer to Jesus and He draws nearer to us!

The Journey Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Before a person can come to know the Lord, God must first seek that person. Remember when the Lord came to you and spoke the words “come follow me.” Most of us were not wise by human standards, not influential, or noble ...read more

Scripture: John 4:13-14, Psalm 19:1-4, 2 Peter 1:4, Colossians 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom From Spiritual Bondage

Contributed by Michael Mays on Jul 3, 2021

No one is more qualified to help another person than the one who has already experienced the same trial

I. Introduction In their book "The Sacred Romance" (Thomas Nelson), John Eldredge and Brent Curtis write: "A 19th-century Scottish discus thrower lived in the days before professional trainers and developed his skills alone in the highlands of his native village, making his own ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Viruses, Afflictions, And Accomplishing Our Course Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 23, 2020

The honor we seek is the honor given to Jesus and St. Paul and all the other saints: Humility, tears and trials.

Tuesday of the 7th Week in Easter 2020 Do you remember the first time you did something exceptionally good, and your mom or dad noticed it and gave you a hug and told you “child, that was really wonderful”? Even if you don’t remember that exact moment, you can recall at least one time when ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10, John 19:19, Acts 20:17-27, John 17:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

What Faith Requires: Persist Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 7, 2020

We seek God through the ups and downs of life - the trials and struggles. This means that faith requires us to PERSIST.

What Faith Requires: Persist Mark 6:1-6 Introduction We are called to have faith in Jesus - to believe in Him, His power, His Strength, and His Presence. The life of Faith is not always easy - in fact, it is often difficult and that’s why we need the strength and presence of Christ. We are making ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Condemnation By The Council Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 23, 2019

This is the account of Jesus’ trial before Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin. He makes an undeniable claim that He is the Messiah and Son of God.

HARMONY OF THE GOSPELS (29) Condemnation By The Council Matthew 27:1; Mark 15:1; Luke 22:66-71 (focal passage) Tom Lowe 2/5/2008 Date: Friday of Jesus’ Final Week Location: Jerusalem This is the account of Jesus’ trial before Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin. He makes an undeniable claim that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:66-71

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson #17 Title: Commendation Of Timothy Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 15, 2018

Paul explains at length why Timothy must stay with him until he knows the results of his trial.

Date: 10/18/18 Lesson #17 Title: Commendation of Timothy Scripture: (Philippians 2:20-22, NIV) (20) I have no one else like him, who will show genuine concern for your welfare. (21) For everyone looks out for their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. (22) But you know that Timothy has ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom From Above Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 2, 2017

If you want to demonstrate true wisdom in times of trial, don't boast; just behave with genuine humility.

Jean Crist, of Niagara Falls, New York, talks about a man in her town named Neal. He is a kind and loveable character that many consider to be quite simple minded. So, time after time, people in her town come up to him and offer him his choice of a dime or a nickel. He always takes the larger ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Jtv: Amazing Race #6 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 30, 2019

Jesus’ rising promotes on external perspective to endure life’s trial. Culture cannot give us this perspective.

He has risen. He has risen indeed. Over the whole season of Lent, we have been taking a fresh look at the Lenten scriptures through the lens of TV. The average American watches over 29 hours of TV and whether we wish to admit it or not, TV infects or affects our lives. From what we purchase to ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unshakable In The Shaking

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 15, 2025

Remaining unshakable in the shaking means standing firm in faith and trust in God despite life’s trials and uncertainties.

UNSHAKABLE IN THE SHAKING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:26-29 Supporting Texts: Psalm 46:1-3, Matthew 7:24-27, Haggai 2:6-7, 1 Corinthians 15:58 INTRODUCTION: We live in a time of great shaking—politically, economically, spiritually, and even morally. Everything that can be ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:26-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Truth In The Midst Of Tragedy

Contributed by Johnny Parker on Nov 13, 2025

In life through troubles and trials, God always asks us the same question. Do you trust me?

As Christians we can identify with the following scriptures with ease: We know that God does not listen to sinners. He listens to the godly person who does his will. John 9:31 This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. 15 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-5

Hope In The Midst Of Turmoil PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Understand and embrace the hope we can find in God, even amidst our most challenging trials and tribulations.

Good morning, church family. Our sermon today is all about finding hope in the midst of turmoil. We're going to be diving into two powerful passages of Scripture: Job 19: 21-27 and 2 Corinthians 4:7-16. [Read passages] Isn't it amazing how these two men, facing such incredible hardships, found hope ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:21-27, 2 Corinthians 4:7-16

Topics: Hope, Anchored, God

My Biblical Walk In The Light PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023

Encourage believers to live in the light of Christ, find gratitude in their trials, and uphold God's will in their lives, even in challenging times.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today we’re talking going to be diving into three main points, "living in the light of Christ, giving thanks in the midst of darkness, and upholding God's will in our lives." It's about embracing God's word, finding gratitude in our trials, and striving to follow ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Topics: Light Of Christ, Thanksgiving

I'm Coming PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023

This sermon emphasizes that our true strength in facing trials comes from God, as illustrated by the story of David and Goliath.

Good morning, dear family of God. As we gather here today, I am reminded of the beautiful tapestry of faith that binds us together. We are a family, woven together by the golden thread of God's love, each of us a unique strand, adding our own color, texture, and pattern to the overall design. In ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:38-51

Topics: Solace, Strength