Sermons on Purpose Of Trials:

Purpose, Please Stand Up

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 12, 2025

Purpose rises when God’s word defines us, God’s anointing empowers us, and we step into the valley knowing the battle belongs to the Lord.

There are moments in Scripture when God doesn’t whisper purpose—He shakes it into the bones of His people. And one of those moments erupts in 1 Samuel 17 when a young shepherd boy, overlooked by his family and underestimated by everyone else, stands on a battlefield and shouts a question that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:29, 1 Samuel 17:45, 1 Samuel 17:47, Ephesians 2:10, 1 John 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Adversary's Purpose

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 21, 2025

We have an enemy that desire is to destroy the church and the family. Let us consider some of the areas that our adversary is attacking and be pprepared.

THE ADVERSARY: ENEMY’S THREE FOLD PLAN By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) ENEMY: adversary, foe, to harm, to weaken, threaten, negative, opposition, opposed, hostile, antagonist, tempt, fear, worry. THERE IS A MESSAGE WE MUST HEAR AND TEACH: WE HAVE AN ...read more

Scripture: John 8:44, Isaiah 14:12-14, John 10:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Purpose Of Work Before The Fall Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 5, 2026

Work was instituted by God as a purposeful, fulfilling, and divine assignment for man, designed for stewardship, creativity, and worship before sin entered the world.

THE PURPOSE OF WORK BEFORE THE FALL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 2:15 Key Verse: “And the Lord God took the man, and put him into the garden of Eden to dress it and to keep it.” — Genesis 2:15 Supporting Texts: Colossians 3:23–24; Ecclesiastes 2:24; Proverbs 16:3; 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Embracing God's Purpose For Men PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 6, 2024

This sermon emphasizes our identity as God's deliberate, purposeful creation, encouraging us to live in alignment with His divine design and purpose.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering. It's a beautiful day, isn't it? The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and we are here, together, ready to bask in the warmth of God's Word. Isn't it amazing how God's creation reflects His glory and reminds us of His love for us? We are His ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Psalm 139:13-16, Jeremiah 29:11, Ephesians 2:10

Topics: Walking Boldly, God's Purpose

Christ At The Center Of Our Purpose PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2025

God has uniquely created and called each person to serve others, turning ordinary moments into purposeful opportunities to reflect His love and grace.

Some mornings the mirror asks more questions than it answers. You brush your teeth, pour the coffee, scroll the headlines, and somewhere between the toast and the traffic you whisper, “Lord, why am I here? What do You want with a Tuesday like this?” If that’s you, you’re in good company today. God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Ephesians 2:10, 1 Peter 2:9, Romans 8:28

Topics: Christ-Centered, Purpose, Discipleship

Count My Trials And Struggles All Joy?

Contributed by Robert Coats on May 29, 2006

The Apostle James dropped a bombshell in his letter to Christians

Count my trials and struggles all joy? James 1:2-4 Are you going through any trials, temptations, tribulations, testings, or struggles? Then my brothers and sisters…count it all joy. Pastor what are you saying? How can I find joy in my struggles? You do not know what I am going through? Well ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Church Of God

A Magnificent Hope In The Midst Of Your Trials #2 Series

Contributed by Ray Searan on Feb 21, 2007

I. Our confidence in the performance of the Lord provides a magnificent hope in the midst of our trials.

Text: Psalm 27:1-6 Introduction: This morning we are continuing our series on Hope. Specifically we will be continuing our portion of the series entitled “A Magnificent Hope in the Midst of Your Trials.” Last Sunday evening we learned that our confidence in the Lord provides hope for our lives. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Temptation Vs. Testing And Trials - What's The Difference? Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 5, 2015

Earlier in the first chapter of James much has been said about testing and trials but now James turns his attention to temptation. How are they alike and how are they different, especially since the Greek word is the same for both? Let's take a look!

James 1:1-15 “James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15

Denomination: Nazarene

God Of The Monsters

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 24, 2017

God uses 2 monsters to tell Job and us how to handle trials and life's hard blows.

GOD OF THE MONSTERS Job 40,41 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHERE IS YOUR FAITH? 1. For the umpteenth time Vickii Youngston went to her pastor to tell him, "I'm so scared! Joe says he's going to kill me if I keep coming to your church!" 2. "Vickii, this is a common trial" replied the pastor, more ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Climax Of The Story: An Arrest, A Trial, An Execution, A Savior Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Jan 10, 2008

The Gospel reaches it’s climax as Jesus is executed and pays the ultimate price for our sins.

Do we have any artists in here? If you are an artist then you probably enjoyed art class in school while you were growing up. All of the different mediums, all of the colors and all the expressions of creativity would have been something that you enjoyed and looked forward to. While that would ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Following Jesus, Even Through Trials And Tests Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 28, 2022

James, the half-brother of the Lord Jesus, knew about trials and tests. His words to believers of his day are just as true for us of these days, too. In a sentence, he'd say "Endure the test and receive a reward".

Full disclosure: this is edited from a message preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO in August 2022 Introduction: Many of us think following Jesus is going to be a walk in the park, so to speak, but that isn’t always true. Certainly, as He promised, He’s there with us, but trials and tests ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Trial And Death Of Jesus - God's Love For You Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 27, 2007

This is a sermon for Palm Sunday 2007 but it could be preached at any time. It leads up to a resurection sermon. It shows Jesus’ love for us through His trial and death.

The Trial and Death of Jesus – God’s Love For You! A few years ago Mel Gibson put out a movie titled, “The Passion of Christ.” In that movie the last twelve hours of Jesus’ life was depicted in graphic detail. It is not a movie that I would sit down and watch for its entertainment value. But it ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Shall Come Forth As Gold

Contributed by W. Alderman on Jan 1, 2007

This message shows God’s higher purpose in letting us go through trials...

“I SHALL COME FORTH AS GOLD” Text: Job 23:1-17 ; James 1:2-12 W. Max Alderman Introduction: No one enjoys trials from the human side only, because it goes against our flesh. It is only when you discover that God permits what you experience so that you may “come forth as ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

"Two Types Of Testing" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 15, 2015

God has a purpose and so does satan when we face trials in life.

1. Testing from God - vs. 12 A. The nature of it - It is a call to faithfulness. B. The purpose of it - God's purpose is always to bless. 1) We will develop Godly character in this life. 2) We will receive a reward in the next life. 2. Testing from Satan - vs. 13-15 A. The nature of it - It ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Three Truths

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Oct 19, 2000

Three truths about trials and temptations.

The Three Truths I was speaking to someone the other day and I am not sure exactly how it happened, but somehow we began talking about temptation. Has anyone here ever thought about this subject? This is something that if we begin thinking about can be quite perplexing. Therefore, today I want to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9, Revelation 2:9-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible