Sermons on the hour of trial: showing 196-210 of 65,901

Twenty Four Hours To Live

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 12, 2018

Suppose you knew that you would face your God sometime tonight. What would you spend your day doing? We would not waste one second of that precious time.

Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Course 2018 Twenty four hours to Live Let me invite you all to do what we in science call a “thought experiment” for a while. Suppose, through a vision or a medical diagnosis you attained a 99% certainty that you will not wake up tomorrow morning. Suppose you knew that you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12-17, Hebrews 4:12-13, Mark 10:17-30

Denomination: Catholic

When The Hour Had Come

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 17, 2021

This sermon talks about when Jesus's hour had come. It also addresses how Jesus tells us to pick up our crosses and follow in His foot steps.

WHEN THE HOUR HAD COME Text: John 12:20-33 John 12:20-33 Now among those who went up to worship at the festival were some Greeks.  (21)  They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, and said to him, "Sir, we wish to see Jesus."  (22)  Philip went and told ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: United Methodist

11th Hour Workers Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jan 1, 2023

Understanding Grace

[Intro] - My Mom has been a nurse all her life – she volunteered at the local hospital and then intervened during high school and immediately after. She then got into nursing school and worked her way to becoming a nurse and most of her adult life was spent working and going back and forth to ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Hour Of Decision Is Midnight

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 15, 2024

When one asks the question, "What must I do to be saved," accepting the answer we give will determine the eternal destiny for that person.

“About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them, and suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken. And immediately all the doors were opened, and everyone’s bonds were unfastened. When the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Trials Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 17, 2021

Difficulties and bad times plague us all from time to time.

Doe Zantamata, a Canadian author, artist and photographer once remarked: “It is only in our darkest hours that we may discover the true strength of the brilliant light within ourselves that can never, ever, be dimmed.” Psalm 9:9-10 confirms: “The Lord is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10, Philippians 4:6-7, Joshua 1:9

The Trial And Torture Of The King Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

Before Jesus reached the cross, He faced unspeakable torture at the hands of the Roman soldiers. There are accounts of soldiers flogging prisoners to death. The point of flogging was to bring them close to death so the crucifixion time would be shortened.

INTRODUCTION Easter is three weeks from today. We’re counting down the last 94 hours before the disciples discovered the empty tomb. I’m calling this “94 Hours that Changed the World.” We’ve already walked with Jesus from the last Supper to the Garden of Gethsemane ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Trials & Crucifixion Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 4, 2020

Trials & Crucifixion - Luke chapter 22 vs 63 – chapter 23 vs 43 - – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Jesus & his trials (a quick overview) (2). Jesus & Joseph of Cyrene (Luke chapter 23 verses 26-32) (3). Jesus & the Criminals (Luke chapter 23 verses 32-43) SERMON BODY: • I remember a saying that I use to use as a teenager, it was. • "Ask a stupid question ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:1-43

Denomination: Brethren

Trials Of Life - A Blessing

Contributed by Selvan John on Sep 22, 2008

Trials are common but these trials are surely a blessing for them that love God. Do you love God, do you see trials in life a blessing? Check it out...

Trials of Life – a Blessing Over the last few days I was frustrated over many things due to various reasons on all fronts especially on the ministerial end because the genuine people do not go any far but those false prophets and those who take people on a magic spell get the popularity. Looking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Growth Through Trials

Contributed by Scottie Gray on Jun 21, 2013

God uses trials to strengthen us.

Father God we pray to you, our one and only God. We worship your Holy name. We pray a mercy seat in the middle of the sanctuary, so that you may join us with your presence, and hear our praise. We ask for your cleansing, and a desire to hide your Word in our hearts. Father God, we ask that you take ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-62

Denomination: Baptist

The Forgotten Trial Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 17, 2022

This overlooked portion of the trial of Jesus reveals a deep lesson on power.

- Talk about how this is the forgotten part of the trial, as well as the overall pieces of the trial. - There are basically three pieces to the religious trial and three pieces to the civil trial: 1. Religious trial. a. Here before Annas. b. Before Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin (Matthew 26:57-68; ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12-24

Denomination: Baptist

Why Trials Come Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 11, 2010

God wants to grow us through the garbage in our lives.

Why Trials Come James 1:2-8 Rev. Brian Bill 7/11/10 I began the message last week with a question from a PBC member. I begin today with a series of questions from someone else. She has been wracked with worry and pummeled with pain: “Why does it seem some people just can’t get ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

How To Cope With Trials

Contributed by James Owens on Aug 18, 2007

There are four things that will definitely, positively, always work when you find yourself trying to cope with trials.

“HOW TO COPE WITH TRIALS” TEXT: 1 Peter 1:3-7 “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-7

Denomination: Church Of God

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

How To Withstand Trials

Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Apr 25, 2001

How to handle the trials of life

HOW TO WITHSTAND TRIALS Part 1 Matt 5:48 James 1:2-12 Pastor Jeff Seaman Introduction A pastor once asked his congregation, “Does anyone here Know any perfect people?” A short man stood up and shouted, “Yes, my wife’s first husband” This man had learned from experience how hard it is to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Turning Trials Into Triumphs Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 5, 2001

In the message James the half brother of Jesus will teach us we CAN turn our trials into triumphs. (Real Faith For The Real World - prt one)

"Turning Trials Into Triumphs" TEXT: JAMES 1:1-12 Today we begin a study of the book of James. But before we begin our study I think it would be good for us to do a little background about this great book in God’s Word. Now, one thing that often adds a great deal of insight to the meaning of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ