Sermons on The Hour Of Testing:

Sermon # 48 - No Room For Rebellion Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 12, 2025

Jonah’s heart was hard and right to the end he was not willing to accept God’s forgiveness and compassion that was extended to the people of Nineveh. Rebellion against God is sin and if there is such a sin in our lives, may we set it aside and walk in obedience to the Holy Spirit.

Today’s meditation is taken from Jonah 4:9, “But God said to him, "What right do you have to be angry about the plant?" Jonah replied, "I have every right to be angry—angry enough to die!"” (GNB) God spoke to Jonah who was annoyed and angry, and asked him if it was right on his ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:9, Psalm 32:9, Exodus 32:9-10, Psalm 95:10-11, Hebrews 3:8-10, Hebrews 3:11-15, Hebrews 4:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

How Can We Defeat Satan?

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Feb 5, 2002

Job was a perfect and upright man, one that feared God and eschewed evil. Satan took all that he had yet Job stood the test and in the end God gave Job more than what he had in the beginning. How does God see us as His Servant? How can we defeat Satan?

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: HOW CAN WE DEFEAT SATAN? “For God so Loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world; but ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Erosion

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 15, 2011

Years after Paul’s death and all the disciples but John, in Revelation 2:2-4 Jesus say’s, “I know your works, your labor, your patience, and that you cannot bear those who are evil. And you have tested those who say they are apostles and are not, and hav

Erosion Acts 19:8-9 8 And he went into the synagogue and spoke boldly for three months, reasoning and persuading concerning the things of the kingdom of God. 9 But when some were hardened and did not believe, but spoke evil of the Way before the multitude, he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Life Isn't Fair

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jan 24, 2007

As a Christian how should I react? What should I say? What should I do when I am treated unfairly? The greatest test of the Christian life is ones attitude when LIFE DOESN’T MAKE SENSE. For many of us life has been very smooth: health, prosperous, happy.

When Life Isn’t Fair Book of Job As most of you are aware I attempt to have my sermons lined out months in advance. This morning I have something to say that has not been on the burner for that long. But I bring a message that I feel that someone here needs. I am not sure who that someone is and ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Daniel – An Overcoming Faith

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Aug 29, 2021

Though Daniel’s faith he was able to know God as his provider, revealer, and protector. In the words of the old hymn, “Dare to be a Daniel, Dare to stand alone! Dare to have a purpose firm! Dare to make it known.” Come and learn about the faith it takes to overcome whatever challenges come your way.

Daniel – An Overcoming Faith In God’s Hall of Faith, or Hebrews chapter 11, we’re introduced to individuals who through faith did great things. Some of them are listed by name and then by faith what they accomplished, like Abraham and Moses who we looked at. Others are just listed out by name, ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

Turning Off The Tap Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 20, 2013

How can avoid being in debt? And is it all up to me, or is God involved in helping me accomplish that? And what is the significance of the debts all being forgiven at the Feast of Tabernacles?

OPEN: Little Tommy told his mother he had decided what he wanted when he grew up. “Well, honey,” she responded “what’s that?” He said, “I’d like to have a million dollars, a big house, and no bathtubs.” “No bathtubs?” asked his mother. “Why not?” “Because,” he said,” when I grow up I want to be ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 15:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Etudes Genèse 22

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Mar 30, 2006

Nous voyons aujourd’hui le moment du test de la vie le plus important qu’un homme puisse vivre, ici c’est Abraham, qui fait face à une demande de Dieu, donne moi ton fils ! Cette étude est tiré des études Zondervan software.

GENESE 22.1-18 4.L’attache d’Isaac (22:1-14) 1-14 le premier verset de ce récit fournit une compréhension préliminaire nécessaire des événements du chapitre. Sans lui la demande de Dieu qui l’offre à Abraham d’abandonné Isaac car "a brûlé l’offre" serait inexplicable. En énonçant clairement au ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Life Built On Faith: “the Food Of Faith”

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 4, 2012

When God tests your faith... When He challenges you to do more than you’ve ever done with your life... I want you to see what a great opportunity He’s given you. I believe that our greatest work is just around the corner… This sermon was adapted from a

An English teacher and her class were studying well known Proverbs. One day she gave them a test to see how well they were understanding what she taught. She would state the first half of a proverb and then asked the students to come up with the rest of what it said. These were some of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Letter To The Church In Ephesus.

Contributed by Claude Alexander on May 2, 2020

I know your deeds, your hard work and perseverance . I know you cannot tolerate wicked men and you have tested those who claim to be apostles but. are not, and have found them false. You have persevered and endured hardships for my name and have not grown weary.” Rev. 2: 2-3 .

Letter to the church of Ephesians Revelation 2:1-20 The City of Ephesus was located on the western shore of Asia Minor what is now Western Turkey. . It was a seaport city. All trade coming by sea came through the city of Ephesus. The city boasted of its stadium and its tribute to the pagan god ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joy

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 8, 2025

1. REJOICING IN HEAVEN 2. YOUR JOY WILL BE COMPLETE 3. GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT 4. YOUR GRIEF WILL TURN TO JOY 5. JOY IN THE HOLY SPIRIT 6. REJOICE IN THE LORD ALWAYS 7. REJOICE WITH THOSE WHO REJOICE 8. THE LEADER'S JOY 9. THE JOY SET BEFORE HIM 10. THE TEST OF FAITH

JOY 1. REJOICING IN HEAVEN 2. YOUR JOY WILL BE COMPLETE 3. GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT 4. YOUR GRIEF WILL TURN TO JOY 5. JOY IN THE HOLY SPIRIT 6. REJOICE IN THE LORD ALWAYS 7. REJOICE WITH THOSE WHO REJOICE 8. THE LEADER'S JOY 9. THE JOY SET BEFORE HIM 10. THE TEST OF ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Midbar-Biblical Wilderness, God Speaks To Us In The Wilderness.  Series

Contributed by Pastor David Parla on Oct 6, 2020

Why  did  God  make wilderness  places  anyway?  God also knew that the wilderness is  an  ideal place  to  test  his  people and to help  them  learn  faith  and endurance.

Midbar, arabah and eremos—Biblical wilderness midbar has the meaning of “speak” or “word.”  God speaks to us in the wilderness.  God also humbles and proves us in the wilderness (Deut. 8:2).  The wilderness period can last days, or years, depending on how quickly we learn its ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19, Deuteronomy 1:2, Isaiah 40:29, Psalm 18:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Series: Wow! Whose Beautiful Young Daughter Is That? (Part 2) Love Is More Than Kissing

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 9, 2020

Elimelech (meaning "God is my king") marries Naomi (meaning "sweet one"). A marriage made in heaven. They have 2 kids – Mahlon ("sickly") & Chilion (“wasting away"). Why were 2 sickly kids born to such great couple? Why famine? Marriage is more than kissing...

SERIES: “WOW! WHOSE YOUNG DAUGHTER IS THAT? (PART 2) LOVE IS MORE THAN KISSING.” 1. Ruth 1: 1 In the days when the judges ruled, there was a famine in the land. So a man from Bethlehem in Judah, together with his wife and two sons, went to live for a while in the country of Moab. 2 The man’s name ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18, Ruth 2:4-5

Denomination: Charismatic

Justified By Faith Only? Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 10, 2020

To establish that believers are justified or saved, through faith and obedience to God. This lesson answers the question: Can anyone be justified or saved by faith alone, apart from works, or obedience unto God? There is no truth in the teaching: "Justified or saved by faith only?"

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Justified By Faith Only? Remarks. 1. In this lesson today, we will be discussing the theme: “Justified By Faith Only?" This is the third lesson in the sermon-series entitled: "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others bearing this title. We are ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25, James 2:21-24, John 6:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I'll Pray About It Series

Contributed by Caleb Anderson on Nov 7, 2016

I have a dream… I think. We talked about having a dream… but what if you’re not sure? Is your dream worth giving your life to? How do you test a dream to see if it’s God or if you’re just keeping up the Kardashians… or Jones’…

I have a dream… I think. We talked about having a dream… but what if you’re not sure? is your dream worth giving your life to? how do you test a dream to see if it’s God or if you’re just keeping up the Kardashians… or Jones’… Then I observed that ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:4-11

Denomination: *other

Obedience Plus Passion Equals…strike The Ground.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 6, 2022

We have a tendency to want Joy without sacrifice. We won't character without suffering. We won't success without failure. We won't gain without pain. We want a testimony without a test. We want it all, without going all in. However it does not work that way, and you know it.

Obedience Plus Passion Equals…Strike the Ground. 2 Kings 13:14-19AMP We have a tendency to want Joy without sacrifice. We won't character without suffering. We won't success without failure. We won't gain without pain. We want a testimony without a test. We want it all, without going ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:14-19, 2 Timothy 1:6

Denomination: Pentecostal