Sermons on Tests Our Faith:

Joy In The Midst Of Trouble PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 30, 2024

Encourages embracing trials with joy as they are divine tools for shaping us into Christ's image through faith and perseverance.

Welcome, beloved family, to this place of peace and purpose. We are here, gathered in the warmth of fellowship, to delve into the depths of the Word and to draw from its wellspring of wisdom. We are here, not by accident or coincidence, but by divine appointment. For the Lord has a word for us ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Topics: Testing Of Faith, Patience

Passing God’s Mid-Term Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 9, 2013

This is the ninth message in a series over the life of Moses that shows being God's man is never easy.

The word “test” or “exam” causes most people to get an uneasy feeling in the pit of their stomachs. However, tests are a normal part of our lives. We take tests in school, to get our driver license and often they are given to determine the best candidate for a job. The ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Perils Of The Love Of Money And The Test Of Prosperity

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Sep 6, 2024

This sermon explores the danger that is present in every Christian - the love of money.

Introduction: The Rich Man's Dilemma A few years ago, I heard a story about a man named John, who grew up in humble beginnings. His family didn’t have much, but they were rich in faith. Every Sunday, they sat in the same pew at church, and John’s parents always taught him to trust God in all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Surrender Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 3, 2022

Asking Abraham to kill the child he’s been waiting on for a long time was no easy test. But in trusting God’s character, Abraham was able to pass this test with flying colors.

Surrender Jeffery Anselmi / General Tested- Faith in the Struggle / Testing / Genesis 22:1–8 Asking Abraham to kill the child he’s been waiting on for a long time was no easy test. But in trusting God’s character, Abraham was able to pass this test with flying colors. INTRODUCTION • At one ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Resume Of A Champion.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 6, 2021

What does the resume of a champion look like? Believe it or not, but possibly a lot like yours. Many times success comes with downfalls and setbacks. However, champions fight; Champions fight the good fight of faith.

The Resume Of A Champion. Hebrews 11:1-6NASB What does the resume of a champion look like? Believe it or not, but possibly a lot like yours. Many times success comes with downfalls and setbacks. However, champions fight; Champions fight the good fight of faith. Paul reminds Timothy his young ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6, 1 Timothy 6:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Good Life Goes Bad Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Nov 1, 2018

Faith and trust do not come from understanding.They come from an awareness of God’s character.

I. INTRODUCTION 1. There are many mysteries in life: things that we cannot comprehend no matter how hard we try. Many of these mysteries lead to questions about God and his ways, particularly when he does not make sense?at least to our level of understanding. A. Perhaps the most often asked of ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1, Job 2:1-10

Denomination: Other

Tested By The Death Of A Loved One: Lesson 16

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 4, 2013

God tests us by deaths of people we love

A. WHEN FACED WITH THE DEATH OF A LOVED ONE: GENESIS 23:1-20 1. Death visits all: sometimes a loved one, eventually ourselves. 2. Some think we should not show grief because a believer goes to be with the Lord. a. True, they are better off. b. We miss them because they were part of our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 23:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Test The Spirits, Whether They Be From God Or Not.

Contributed by Arthur Potter on Dec 30, 2000

Let me ask you a question. How many people do you think stay home now, that used to enjoy a rich, full, spiritual life with God. And why do you think they stay home?

Look around you this morning, tell me what do you see? Let me ask you a question. How many people do you think stay home now, that used to enjoy a rich, full, spiritual life with God. And why do you think they stay home? The only explanation is that they did not as we studied, “Test the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-2

Denomination: *other

The Man Born Blind Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 4, 2025

Jesus healed other blind people; what was different this time?

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Where did the action take place? Temple entrance. “As Jesus passed by” (9:1). a. Blind could not enter Temple. b. Normally begged. 2. What was the background? Crisis. “They (the Jews) took up stones to cast at him” (8:59). Aorist active subjunctive, i.e., some had already ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Baptist

“passing The Test” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 18, 2015

James gives us some practical advice about how to pass through times of difficulty and testing.

The book of James was written by the brother of our Lord as a circular letter; a letter of instruction to be copied and passed around among the churches (v. 1). Many believe he was specifically addressing Jewish believers scattered from Jerusalem in the persecution following the stoning of Stephen ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 6: Tested By Time

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 18, 2013

Abram asked God for fruit.

Series: Learning Faith From Abraham Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 6: Tested Concerning Fruit March 10, 2013 A. THERE IS ALWAYS ANOTHER TEST: GEN. 15:1-22 1. Scared. Abram had just defeated an army of four kingdoms. He might be afraid of a counterattack. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Test Of Two Hearts Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 11, 2006

This message examines the heart and the play on words...do you have a "whole-heart" or a "hole-heart" - Using scripture the difference becomes obvious...especially when we talk about money and stewardship of our possessions.

The Test of Two Hearts…Whole or Hole? Matthew 6:19-21 - ©Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2006) “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Tested Over Possessions: Lesson 14

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 5, 2013

Learning Faith from Abraham

A. INTRODUCTION: POSSESSING OUR POSSESSIONS – GENESIS 21:22-34 1. Why does God give us possessions? a. To serve Him. b. To care for our needs. c. To worship or please the Father. d. For our enjoyment. e. To make life easier. 2. When our possessions control us. a. Pride. b. We get our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

Tested By Old Habits: Lesson 12

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 5, 2013

Learning Faith from Abraham

A. INTRODUCTION: BREAKING OLD HABITS 1. Why is it hard to teach old dogs new tricks? Because old dogs go back to old habits. “As a pig returns to it squalor” (2 Peter 2:22, ELT). Why Old Habits? • Recessive memory • Reinforces our values and attitudes • The old ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

God's Character Sermon V: Our Faithful Redeemer Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 8, 2020

In times of testing, nothing reassures God's family like knowing that God our Father is God our Redeemer who turned post-crucifixion depression into post-resurrection exhilaration.

GOD OUR FAITHFUL REDEEMER PROVED BY HIS RESURRECTION WHICH WAS PROVED BY HIS APPEARANCES You might have heard it said, “The proof of the pudding is in the eating” - meaning that the true test of whether or not a claim is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12