Sermons on Tests:

Three Final Tests Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jul 19, 2005

Paul finishes 2 Corinthians with 3 tests. The test for leaders (Apostles, in this case). The test for all christians and the test for the church. This sermon applies those tests.

Three final tests. 2 Cor 12:11-13:14. WBC 17 July 05 pm We’re at the end of our series, now - Paul has been having to justify himself… defend his ministry - But he does so by humbling himself! o While all the other ’super-apostles’ spend all the time promoting themselves. I have to say- humility ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Being Tested

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 30, 2022

Life will always test us. We can't escape it. But in all of our tests in life we have to include the testing of our faith. In order for our faith to be strengthened it has to be stretched.

When I was a teenager, I used to deer hunt on a lease in Leakey, Texas. These are not mountains by any chance. But even in the Hill Country of Texas it can be challenging to get to a hunting spot on the side of one of those hills. I got the notion one time to climb to the top of the hill. What ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

Testing God

Contributed by Robert Cox on Feb 24, 2007

Should we put God to the test?

LUKE 23:32 There were also two others, criminals, led with Him to be put to death. 33 And when they had come to the place called Calvary, there they crucified Him, and the criminals, one on the right hand and the other on the left. 34 Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

This Is Just A Test

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Mar 10, 2005

Pressure (tests are part of life) how we handle our tests determine whether we are promoted to the next level or not.

Joseph is a fruitful bough, even a fruitful bough by a well; whose branches run over the wall: 23 The archers have sorely grieved him, and shot at him, and hated him: 24 But his bow abode in strength, and the arms of his hands were made strong by the hands of the mighty God of Jacob; (from ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:22-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Devil Is In The Details

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jan 13, 2016

After every great triumph, there is a great test, but this test was not an ordinary test of man!

The Devil is in the Details Matthew 4:1-10 In 1997 there was a blockbuster hit based on a novel by Morris west, this thriller attraction was with Keau Reeves and Al Pacino. Keau Reeves plays Kevin Lomax a hotshot Gainesville, Florida attorney who offended a School Teacher in a child molestation ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Test Of Leadership Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Mar 8, 2003

The greatest test of any spiritual leader is the test of temptation. In this final message of the eight part series this sermon examines the keys to overcoming temptation.

LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP – PART EIGHT “THE TEST OF LEADERSHIP” Matthew 4:1-11 ©Larry L. Thompson (2003) “Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil. [2] After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. [3] The tempter came to him and said, "If you are the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Tests Of Provety & Prosperity Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 10, 2009

Tests are common to life. Having discussed the testings of faith & the resources needed to meet them, he now introduces two of the most common examples of testing: the test of poverty & the test of prosperity.

JAMES 1:9-11 THE TESTS OF POVERTY AND PROSPERITY [Luke 16: 20-31] Tests are common to life. James having discussed the testings of faith (2-4) and the resources needed to meet them (5-8) now introduces two of the most common examples of testing: the test of poverty (1:9) and the test of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Testing God

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 19, 2004

examines the second of Jesus’ responses to the temptaions of Satan

Testing God Matt. 4:7 INTRO.: this week and next I want to continue my treatment of the three responses of Jesus to the temptations of Satan. There are a few things interesting to know about the temptations of Jesus. First, they were instigated by the Spirit of God. V. 1 That being the case, we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:7, Malachi 3:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Test Of Faith

Contributed by Mike Schultz on Apr 30, 2003

Inspiration from Scripture when our faith is tested.

A TEST OF FAITH Genesis 22:1-14 It had been a day like any other day when Abraham heard those disturbing words. They were words that pierced his heart like a newly formed dagger. They were words that tore apart his insides like a lion feasting on a zebra. They were words that dug deep into the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Test Of Fellowship

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

I. THE TEST OF FELLOWSHIP IS WALKING IN THE LIGHT (1:5 - 2:27) A.

I. THE TEST OF FELLOWSHIP IS WALKING IN THE LIGHT (1:5 - 2:27) A. Theme of Section I. 1. The Character of God Establishes the Absolute Standard of Light (:5) a. The Gospel Message Focuses on the Character of God 1) The source of the gospel message 2) The proclamation of the gospel message b. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Test Of Sonship

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE TEST OF SONSHIP IS PRACTICISING RIGHTEOUSNESS (2:28 - 3:23) A.

THE TEST OF SONSHIP IS PRACTICISING RIGHTEOUSNESS (2:28 - 3:23) A. Theme of Section II. 1. Perseverance in Fellowship Results in the Confidence of Sonship (:28) a. The sphere of our fellowship must continue to be in Christ b. The return of Christ will mean either confidence or shame 2. The ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Test That Tell Series

Contributed by Dan Morrison on Jul 13, 2002

Would Elisha passed the test to be used of God as a channel of Grace?

Dark Times: Test that Tell the Life and times of Elisha Elisha came on the scene in a day that was an extension of Elijah’s time. Northern Kingdom living; 1. INDEPENDENT LIVING; As we alluded to last week a time when the God of the Word and the Word of God was held in disrespect. No dependence ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19-21, 2 Kings 2:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Simple Tests? Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 16, 2002

WE LOOK AT 15 AREAS OF TESTING THAT WE FACE.

LET US LOOK AT TESTING! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: James says Count it all JOY when you have many tests. Exodus 16:4 Then said the Lord unto Moses, Behold, I will rain bread from heaven for you; and the people shall go and gather a certain rate every day, THAT I MAY PROVE ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4, Exodus 16:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Love Test

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Aug 1, 2002

It’s easy to say that we love God, isn’t it? As long as we don’t probe any deeper than that. But the Bible does probe deeper than that, & it asks more questions than just that one.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED - 2018) TEXT: 2 Corinthians 13:5; 1 Corinthians 11:26?31 A. I'm not thrilled about taking tests, & I'm glad my years of schooling are behind me. At my age the tests I take now are stress tests & EKGs & hearing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, 1 Corinthians 11:27-31, 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Grace Test Series

Contributed by Dan Morrison on Aug 8, 2002

How do you operate as a Christian, law filled or grace filled? Take the test!

The grace test message for May 6 2001 THE GRACE TEST All of us as believers operate in one or two ways when we encounter the circumstances of life. We will either respond from a grace filled heart or a law filled heart. In short you and I are either a grace filled or law filled Christian. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6

Denomination: Baptist