Sermons on Sauls Trials:

The Purifying Fire Of Trials Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 19, 2006

Our lives are orchestrated by God to refine us.

The Purifying Fire of Trials (I Peter 1:6-9) 1. Life is filled with difficult to answer questions. Why do toasters always have a setting that burns the toast to a horrible crisp, which no decent human being would eat? If the professor on Gilligan’s Island can make a radio out of coconut, why ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Turning Trials Into Triumphs Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 1, 2006

In James 1:2-12 we learn five timeless, spiritual truths that enable us to turn trials into triumphs.

Introduction: A. In Max Lucado’s book, In The Eye Of The Storm (published in 1991), he tells a story about a parakeet named Chippie. 1. Chippie the parakeet never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage, and the next he was sucked in, washed up and blown over. 2. The ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Standing Firm In Trials Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

Persecution is promised to believers; therefore we should not be surprised when we encounter trials of various kinds. In the midst of difficulties, we must continue to increase in love for people as we anticipate the return of Christ.

Standing Firm in Trials Here are a few breaking prayer needs that have been compiled by a ministry called “Open Doors.” (Taken from the Pastor’s Guide for the “International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church,” www.opendoorsusa.org). Vietnamese authorities recently arrested a pastor and held ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13, 1 Thessalonians 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Profiting From Trials Series

Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Jan 6, 2004

How can we let trials in our lives benefit our Christian walk?

Profiting From Trials James 1:2-4 Introduction A young, Christian man went to an older believer to ask for prayer. "Will you please pray that I may be more patient?" he asked. The aged saint agreed. They knelt together and the man began to pray, "Lord, send this young man misery in the morning; ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Growing Through Trials

Contributed by Don Jaques on Apr 14, 2005

God uses trials in our lives to strengthen our faith and to bring us to maturity. When trials come we should keep the long view and remember He has our best in mind.

Growing Through Trials 1 Peter 1:3-9 April 9/10, 2005 Don Jaques MAIN POINT: God uses trials in our lives to strengthen our faith and to bring us to maturity. When trials come we should keep the long view and remember He has our best in mind. INTRO: It’s the time of year when the lawns are all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trialschristian Face Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005

Trials are part of life, and perhaps even more for a Christian desiring to live for the Lord. The Christian does not have to face these trials alone. James tells us to count our trials a joy.

Some Trials Christians Face James 1:9-18 JAMES1-3.WPD {9} But let the brother of humble circumstances glory in his high position; {10} and let the rich man glory in his humiliation, because like flowering grass he will pass away. 11} For the sun rises with a scorching wind, and withers the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-18

Denomination: *other

Turning Trials Into Triumph Series

Contributed by Shane Speck on Feb 14, 2005

We all deal with trials and tribulations each and every day, the world and Christians alike need to know the value of pressing through the tough times!

PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING “Turning Trials into Triumph” (James 1:2-4) INTRO.  Have you heard: “When life hands you a lemon make lemonade”  This is much easier said than done… but the idea is sound! - it is biblical - Many bible characters have shown that with God’s help they can ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trials Of Poverty & Riches Series

Contributed by Shane Speck on Feb 16, 2005

Humility is one of the great keys of an effective Christian life. James points out some important aspects of living the humble Christian life.

PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING “Trials of Poverty & Riches” (James 1:9-11) Introduction:  Keeping in our context we see that wisdom to understand our trials can be a very useful thing…it can also be useful as we consider our attitude in the world  No one likes a stuck up ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Job's Trials And Trib's

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Mar 14, 2005

How God will allow us to be put through trials and tribulations!

JOB’S TRIALS & TRIB’S Job 1: 1-22 Job was In fact a real person, Just like Ezekiel and Joshua was back in the old Testament Job was a native of the land of UZ. This was probably between Damascus and The Euphrates River. Job lived around the time of Abraham Which was about 2000 BC. Job was quite ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Persevering In Trials And Temptations

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 28, 2003

To note the value of trials and that Christians, with God, are able to overcome trials and temptations.

Persevering in Trials and Temptations Text: James 1.1-18 Thesis: To note the value of trials and that Christians, with God, are able to overcome trials and temptations. Introduction: (1) The Book of James: (a) Written by James the brother of Jesus (b) Written to “spiritual ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Growing In The Midst Of Trials

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 10, 2002

4 Attitudes to have to grow in the midst of Trials based on James 1: 2-8

Growing in the Midst of Trials How to deal with Trials James 1: 2-8 2 My brothers and sisters, consider it nothing but joy when you fall into all sorts of trials, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance. 4 And let endurance have its perfect effect, so that you will be ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Trial Of Your Faith Series

Contributed by Lindsey Mann on Jul 23, 2002

The differences between trials, temptations and tests are important so that we can respond properly when faced with problems and difficulties.

1:1a James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, There is a version of this verse which says: James, a servant of Jesus Christ, who is God and Lord. James was the half brother of Jesus. When Jesus was ministering at Nazareth some did not want to hear Him because they were ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Trials Of Three Kings

Contributed by Donny Tatimu on Nov 2, 2002

Based on Micah 1:1. When we become a Christian, it doesn’t mean that it’s over, but it just started. We must fight, with this "three kings" in our Christianity life.

The Trials of Three Kings Micah 1:1 The word of the LORD that came to Micah the Morasthite in the days of Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, which he saw concerning Samaria and Jerusalem. I. Who is Micah the Morashite? Morashite simply means, "belongs to, or, possession of". This is ...read more

Scripture: Micah 1:1

Denomination: Charismatic

James - Dealing With Trials Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 14, 2007

To show how to deal with trials in life

Title: James - Dealing with Trials Theme: To show how to deal with trials. Text: James 1:1-4,12 James 1:1 ¶ James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting. 2 ¶ My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; 3 ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Trials, Perseverance, And Maturity

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 27, 2007

We face many trials in life, the key to victory is faith.

Trials, Perseverance, and Maturity James 1:2-4 NIV James 1:2-4 NIV 2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. 4 Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Church Of God