Sermons on Personality Test:

Its About Faith?

Contributed by Tony Grant on Oct 3, 2005

The book of Job is about a hero who endured an astonishing test of faith.

It’s about Faith? Job 1:9-11 07/31/05 2412 words I invite you to turn in your Bibles to the book of Job, chapter 1 and follow along as I read verses 9-11. 9 Then Satan answered the LORD, "Does Job fear God for nothing? 10 Have you not put a fence around him and his house and all that he has, on ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:9-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Building A Relationship That Lasts Series

Contributed by Dan Carroll on Jul 28, 2011

This sermon assists couples who want a marriage that will stand the test of time.

INTRODUCTION • Philippians 2:2-5, “…living in harmony, and keeping one purpose in mind...be concerned about the interests of others...” I. LOYALTY IS A LOST CAUSE • Studies tell us those who stay in marriage are the ones who win in the end. • Reality is very ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:2-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Conception Of Evil

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Dec 26, 2005

Temptation is nothing more than a test of what we love more

Title: Conception of Evil Text: “Lead us not into Temptation, but deliver us from Evil” + Jas 1:13-15 & 4:4-8 FCF: The only way to resist temptation is dwell on how much better is the love of Christ. Intro: A wise friend of mine put it best. “Jesus promised to deliver us from our enemies. He ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Learning To Endure, Part 1

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Jan 4, 2012

A sermon on James and how God "gives the test first then gives the lesson."

I want to speak to you today about learning to endure. Now this is sort of a re-entry message. And we have learned to endure some things. And I don’t want to act like we endure so much because, really, I want to say with the apostle Paul, “Our light affliction is but for a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Not Loving The World Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 7, 2012

How do we know if we really know God? We have been discussing a series of 7 tests for the past few weeks to determine if we really know God. Tonight we take test #4. Do we love the world? This is another test the believer can take to determine whether

How do we know if we really know God? We have been discussing a series of 7 tests for the past few weeks to determine if we really know God. Tonight we take test #4. Do we love the world? This is another test the believer can take to determine whether or not he knows God. READ SCRIPTURE ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Being Smart Spiritually Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Mar 22, 2008

Tests of authenticity that prove the validity of Christianity and the failure of other forms of spirituality.

A Muslim heard the good news about Jesus and decided to become a Christian. His Islamic friends asked him, “Why on earth have you done such a thing? What could possibly cause you to leave the religion you grew up with, the faith of your fathers, and turn to following Jesus?” “Well,” he replied, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Iq Test (The Talking Dumb) - James 3:9-16 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Sep 23, 2021

This sermon shows how that kind of pride can be detected in your speech (the "sun complex"), and what the remedy is.

James 3:9 With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in God’s likeness. 10 Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers, this should not be. 11 Can both fresh water and salt water flow from the same spring? 12 My brothers, can a fig ...read more

Scripture: James 3:9-16

Test 3-4 Of 9: Prophecy Must Glorify Jesus/Prophets-Known By Their Fruit Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Nov 29, 2004

"The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy" (Rev 19:10). A true prophet will be known by the fruit of the holy spirit in his/her character and conduct (Matt 7:16)

Series: How To Judge Prophecy TEST 3 - ALL TRUE PROPHECY CENTRES IN JESUS CHRIST, AND EXALTS AND GLORIFIES HIM. A) In John 16.13-14 Jesus says: "When he, the Spirit of truth, is come ... he shall glorify me, for he shall receive of mine, and shall show it unto you." The primary ministry of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Charismatic

Games People Play: Clue Series

Contributed by David Ward on Sep 27, 2006

Big Idea: A forgiven person is a forgiving person, but a deceiving person is a deceived person.

Games People Play: “Clue” Matthew 7:1-5, 15-23 INTRODUCTION: Doug Lansky has been a travel writer and photographer for many years. In the course of his travels he has collected photos of odd signs from around the world. Some samples: ß A white highway sign in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, says, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking The Chain - Part I Series

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Feb 27, 2009

Lent 1: Why is it important for the Christian to be aware of Temptation? How does the Bible talk about temptation? What are the sources of temptation? How can we break the chain of events that take us from temptation to sin? (This is Part 1 of 3)

There’s an old saying, “You can’t keep the birds from flying over your head, but you can sure keep them from building a nest in your hair!” The truth behind that little aphorism – that little saying - varies depending on how it’s used. Listen to how this old guy applies it: “...temptation can be ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Who? Me?

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Aug 19, 2019

The Navy SEALs are a pretty exclusive and elite group of men. But you and I are part of the most elite group in the world …. We are Christians!

Hooyah! Anyone here a Navy SEAL? Anyone here want to become a Navy SEAL? I’m afraid it’s a pretty elite group and none of us would be qualified to enter the training program. First of all, you have to be a man … sorry, ladies. You have to be an active-duty member of the U.S. Navy. You have ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: United Methodist

5 Truths To Seeing God Everywhere Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

I want to offer you a vision test this morning. The good news is, I’m not going to dilate your eyes. No, I want you to see clearly for this exam. This test is for your spiritual sight. I want to offer you a vision test of how you view God.

I want to offer you a vision test this morning. The good news is, I’m not going to dilate your eyes. No, I want you to see clearly for this exam. This test is for your spiritual sight. I want to offer you a vision test of how you view God. For how you view God can either distort your life or it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Faith That Makes Us Willing Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 18, 2022

Here we encounter another example of faith. This example illustrates that faith manifests itself in actions. Abraham’s faith is illustrated not simply by what he believed but by what he did.

HEBREWS 11:17-19 [Leaving a Legacy Series] A FAITH THAT MAKES US WILLING [James 2:17-24 / Genesis 22:1-10] Here we encounter another example of faith. This example illustrates that faith manifests itself in actions (CIM). Abraham’s faith is illustrated not by what he believed but by what he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Birth Process

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jan 28, 2014

Have you ever felt like blaming God for your situation?

“Faith That Works: The Birth Process” James 1:13-18 A young woman came to Christ in a marvelous way. Her conversion was, from a human perspective, partly due to the fact that she had come to a very low place in her marriage, making her intensely aware of her spiritual need. Having met ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Do We Want To Be Massah (The Place Of Testing), Meribah (The Place Of Arguing)?

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Mar 2, 2024

This sermon explores the difference between testing and arguing with God, and trusting and obeying Him, based on the examples of the Israelites and Jesus.

Do we want to be Massah (The Place of Testing), Meribah (The Place of Arguing)? Introduction Hello, everyone. Thank you for joining us today for this worship service. I hope you are all doing well and feeling God's love and grace in your lives. Today, I want to talk to you about a topic that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:7, Exodus 17:3, Exodus 17:1-6, Psalm 95:7-11, Hebrews 3:7-19, Judges 6:36-40, Numbers 20:1-13, Isaiah 59:1-2, 1 John 1:9, Jonah 1:1-3, John 17:20-26, Matthew 26:36-46, John 14:23-24, John 15:9-11, Matthew 3:17, Matthew 17:5, Philippians 2:9-11, John 10:10, Matthew 28:20, John 14:16-17, John 16:13, Hebrews 11:8-10, Genesis 22:15-18, Psalm 51:17, Ezekiel 36:26-27, Galatians 3:6-9, Galatians 3:16, John 3:16-17, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational