Sermons on Test The Spirits:

Fully Realized Forgiveness...the Test Of Love-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 14, 2015

2 of 5. Jesus called Simon the Pharisee to task regarding two demonstrations of love. Fully Realized is reflected in a reciprocal/proportional appreciation. But Where/How is it tested? Realized Forgiveness is tested in the crucible of...

FULLY REALIZED FORGIVENESS...The TEST of LOVE/Trust-II—Luke 7:36-50 Attention: HITLER’s REALIZATION? The following is presented as true yet many doubt its truth. On September 28, 1918, during WW-I a Private Henry Tandey, a British soldier serving near the French village of Marcoing, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

Time Of Betrayal - Can You Pass The Judas Test?

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Mar 15, 2022

We are entering a time like no other, the time of the end. This time will be characterized by wickedness, betrayal and persecution. When Judas shows up in your life, how will you respond?

• I recently came through a terrible years long betrayal • I don’t want to talk about that betrayal today, I am done talking about it. I am praying every single day for the person involved because I care about her and want her to go on and do better and be in a closer walk with the Lord. I don’t ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:47, Luke 22:48

Denomination: Charismatic

When God's Word Tests You

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jan 17, 2023

God's Word will always test you, especially in your darkest hour. Your darkest hour is conquered by your dream. A dream written down is a goal. A goal broken down into steps is a plan. A plan backed by divine action will conquer your darkest hour.

Turn to Psalm 105:17, as we talk today about when the Word of God tests you. God's Word will always test you, especially in your darkest hour. Listen closely. Your darkest hour is conquered by your dream about your future. A dream written down is a goal. A goal broken down into steps is a plan. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Can Pass God's Test

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Mar 18, 2023

We faithfully trust knowing that God can and will always provide. We pass God's test.

YOU CAN PASS GOD’S TEST (Outline) March 5, 2023 – Lent 2 – GENESIS 22:1-14 INTRO: Today’s text clearly states: “…God tested Abraham.” Testing is NOT tempting. Temptations come from Satan. The world. Our sinful flesh gives in to temptations. Testing comes from the Lord. "Let no one say ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Lord’s Prayer 13: Put Us Not To The Test! Series

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Dec 3, 2024

Everyday we face problems and tests which we have to try and solve or overcome - some strengthen us others lead us into doing things we are not proud of. The question that hits you from this phrase from the Lord's prayer is - does God put tests before us? Or is this just part of everyday life?

Lord’s Prayer 13: Put us not to the test! Isn’t it strange how the meaning of certain words either become old fashioned or their meaning completely changes. An extremely good example of the change of the meaning of a word, is ‘GAY’ A simple dictionary describes this adjective as someone who is ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:10, James 1:2, 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Sunny Side Sermon Vii: Bible Personalities Who Kept On The Sunny Side Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 1, 2020

In our fallen world, temptation abounds in every arena of life, as if life's a game of chance without scruples for avoiding self-destruction. Christians, therefore, need to be like Caleb whose different Spirit kept him from falling.

BIBLE PERSONALITIES WHO KEPT ON THE SUNNY SIDE OF LIFE: CALEB If you were a bit puzzled at the assertion made in our last study about the wilderness experience of Jesus, to wit, that: Jesus needed no plan for dealing with Satan’s three attempts to get Him to ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:26-30, Numbers 14:6-10, Numbers 14:21-24

Tapin To The Holy Spirit # 2 Series

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Jan 4, 2014

How the Holy Spirit chooses people for Ministry

Tap Inn to the Holy Spirit by Gerald Van Horn # 2 of 5 Tap In #2. Introduction: We now continue our series on the Holy Spirit. We call to remembrance in part # 1 facts about the Holy Spirit. * How he chooses people for ministry assignments. * How he is the communicator and reveals the deep ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spiritual Warfare & The Holy Spirit

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 23, 2014

Othniel is a great example of the effects that the power of the Holy Spirit can have in a person's life and is the only vehicle that can carry us to spiritual victory.

SPIRITUAL WARFARE & THE HOLY SPIRIT Judges 3:1-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHO’S FOLLOWING 1. The Mom of 5 yr. old Timmy loved very much and, a worrier, she was concerned about him walking to school all by himself when he started kindergarten. 2. She walked him to school the first few days, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Promises By The Holy Spirit Or Concerning The Holy Spirit Quoted In Acts Series

Contributed by George Barton on May 18, 2006

There are ten promises by and concerning the Holy Spirit found in the Book of Acts. This outlne attempts tio distinguish them from one another.

PROMISES BY THE HOLY SPIRIT OR CONCERNING THE HOLY SPIRIT QUOTED IN ACTS REVISED MAY 18, 2006 Please note: Any promise made by a prophet of God in the Old Testament can be considered a promise God the Father made,or a promise the Holy Spirit made through the Scriptures. Compare Acts 1:16 and Acts ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Temples Of The Holy Spirit, Pt 2: Benefits Of The Spirit's Indwelling Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Jan 10, 2014

The previous lesson in this series showed from scripture how the Spirit indwells us. This lesson explains the blessings that the Christian gains because of the Spirit's indwelling.

We continue our series on the Holy Spirit with “part 2” of our sermon on being temples of the Holy Spirit. In our last lesson, after establishing the fact that everyone as far as I know agrees on (that the Holy Spirit does dwell in us), we examined some of the common views on the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Spirit Are You? Part 4 Holy Spirit Series Series

Contributed by C Vincent on May 19, 2010

This looks at the carnal Christian and the Spirit filled Christian.

What Spirit Are You? Part 4 Do you have the Spirit? JCC 09.05.10 am Read 1 Cor 3:1-23 Paul is speaking not to the unbeliever, but to those in the Church who have made a commitment to follow Jesus He acknowledges that they have Jesus has their saviour, but definitely not has their Lord He calls them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Now The Lord Is The Spirit, And Where The Spirit Of The Lord Is, There Is Freedom.

Contributed by Mark Van Cuylenburg on Jan 15, 2024

The Spirit Of The Lord is The Lord and he indwells all believers. How will His Spirit use us?

Last week Pastor Jude preached from 2nd Corinthians 3:17 wherein The Apostle to The Gentiles, Paul states ‘Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.’ ‘Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.’ Paul is writing to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17, 2 Corinthians 3:1-18, Acts 3:1-20, Acts 9:15, Acts 13:6-12, Exodus 19:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Know The Spirit — The Holy Spirit From Genesis To Revelation Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 17, 2025

For from Genesis to Revelation, the Spirit’s story is all about Jesus Christ, our Lord and Saviour.

Go! And Know the Spirit — The Holy Spirit from Genesis to Revelation Introduction: The Spirit Who Has Always Been Church, today we embark on a journey across the entire sweep of Scripture — from Genesis to Revelation — to see the presence, power, and purpose of the Holy Spirit. Too often, people ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2, Judges 6:34, 1 Samuel 16:13, Isaiah 11:1-2, John 3:5-8, John 16:13-14, Acts 2:1-4, Romans 8:9-11, Galatians 5:22-23, Titus 3:5, Revelation 22:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Doubt Is Called Proof

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 27, 2025

True prophets invite testing; a claim that denial proves authenticity is a closed loop and never the biblical measure of God’s voice.

Opening – The Self-Proving Prophet Let me start with a single, startling sentence: > “One proof I have that I am a prophet of God is if you deny that it is so.” Let it sink in. It sounds clever at first, like a riddle that wins no matter how you answer. If you agree, the claim is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 8:20, Matthew 7:15-20, 1 John 4:1, Acts 17:11, John 10:37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Spirit Of Judas A Biblical Warning Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 14, 2025

They prioritize their own interests over commitments and relationships.

The spirit of Judas refers to a heart of betrayal, deceit, and disloyalty. This spirit is characterized by selfishness, greed, and a lack of integrity. Individuals with this spirit may appear to be devoted to God or His work, but their actions reveal a deeper allegiance to their own desires and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10, Psalm 139:23-24