Sermons on The Hour Of Trial:

A Godly View Of Life

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jul 13, 2009

Inspired by "PDL" and compares life to godly metaphors

A GODLY VIEW OF LIFE James 4:1-17 * If I were to ask you to describe your life in a metaphor, what would that metaphor be? Let me offer some possibilities: Would it be a symphony, battle, puzzle, journey, minefield, dance, a dramatic play, or maybe ‘a party?’ And these serve as only some of the ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking The Taskmasters Power

Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 17, 2009

Satan has made it his priority to keep the saints of God from there priorities, to keep us so bogged down with “tasks”, “problems” and “issues”,the result is that we become burdened down and driven by forces that are seemingly beyond our control, and unkn

Satan has made it his priority to keep the saints of God from there priorities, to keep us so bogged down with “tasks”, “problems” and “issues”, that we neglect to spend time with God in prayer, in church, in his word, because of the burdens that are laid upon us by the taskmasters As a result we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:8-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

From Prisoner To Prince Series

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 3, 2009

Joseph went thru trials he didn’t understand so God could prepare him for something bigger. Sometimes trials we face are a result of God making us more like Him.

Intro. For the sake of time, I will not read the entire text. Remember, Joseph has been sold and scandalized. He was in the middle of a storm that was God’s plan for him. I. The Dedication - vs. 4 There are two imprisoned with Joseph. There may have been a conspiracy to kill ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do When Your World Seems To Crumble

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 15, 2009

When the hardship of life comes your way, tell it to Jesus. He is our Rock.

Intro. This has been a year of great grace. God has been good. This has been a year of turmoil, people concerned over the economy, even though we know God is in control. This year has been a year of defeat in some sense, because we have seen wicked people be elected to our high offices across ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Go Up...

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on May 9, 2009

In a time of trial and seemingly impossible circumstances, Caleb tried to rally the people with a call to go up....

Let Us Go Up… Dr. Russell K. Tardo I. Let Us Go Up Text: Numbers 13:30 “And Caleb stilled the people before Moses, and said, Let us go up at once and possess it; for we are well able to overcome it…” Scripture Reference: Numbers, chapters 13 and 14. And they returned from searching of the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Can Say "No" To Temptation Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 30, 2005

When we are tempted and fall it is easy to offer excuses or to blame others for our poor actions. James is showing us that there is another way which comes by taking responsibility for our actions and trusting in Jesus for spiritual strength.

James 1:12-18 You can say “no” to temptation Scripture Readings:- Job 1:6-22 James 1:12-18 Congregation of the Lord, As Christians we are called to walk in the footsteps of Jesus. Sometimes that is not so easy. But, tonight, we are going to focus on an issue that makes us walk exactly in the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Stress Testing

Contributed by John Mccormack on Dec 8, 2012

A TESTING OF YOUR FAITH

STRESS TESTING INTRODUCTION: THIS STUDY ADDRESSES THE MERITS OF ENDURING ADVERSITY. DO NOT CONFUSE TRIALS-ADVERSITY WITH “FAITH BUILDING” FOR FAITH COMES BY HEARING THE WORD OF GOD (ROMANS 10:17). JEWISH BELIEVERS IN THE EARLY CHURCH EXPERIENCED ANTAGONISM AND PERSECUTION ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Be Encouraged! Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Dec 19, 2012

As we walk through difficulties in life, one of the best ways to get perspective and see our way through to the end is encouragement. David shows us the best way possible to become encouraged!

David appears to be in a jam in this psalm (what else is new?). Some think that this psalm is related to Psalm 25—that the same situation is going on. It appears to be a revolt by the ruling class who are taking “bribes” (vs 10) and not acting in integrity in their relationship ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Grace... Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 22, 2012

Grace is THE distinctive of Christianity, but it is used in different ways in the New Testament: SAVING grace; SUSTAINING grace; and SANCTIFYING grace. All three are important to understand.

Grace… Ephesians - Live Like You Really Are Chuck Sligh January 22, 2012 TEXT: Ephesians 1:2 – “Grace be to you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ. ” INTRODUCTION Paul frequently opened his letters with his desire that his readers experience ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:2

Denomination: Baptist

Locked Up, But Coming Out

Contributed by Anthony Collins on Jan 27, 2012

Encouragement to trust in Jesus Christ

Galatians 3:22-23 NIV IT’S LOCKED UP, BUT IT’S COMING OUT I. Locked Up In Trails (Peter – “think it not strange concerning the fiery trials”) A. Disappointment – distress – rebellion – overwhelming sorrow - loneliness B. Death of the thing we ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:22-23

Denomination: *other

Lesson 8: After You Fail Spiritually

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 27, 2012

Planning for and Celebrating Victory

Series: Learning Victory From Joshua Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 8: After You Fail Spiritually September 2, 2012 A. YIELD YOUR FUTURE TO GOD: JOSHUA 8 Y – Yield your future success or failures to God. I – Identify the spiritual causes of your ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 8:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Part 1 "The Fight For The Future!" Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

This series on Lean Time is a depiction of where our church and country is right now and how we grow during Lean Times with the Lord.

Question: What are Lean Times for you? Jeremiah 29:10-11 "For this is what the LORD says: "When 70 years for Babylon are complete, I will attend to you and will confirm My promise concerning you to restore you to this place. For I know the plans I have for you"--this is the LORD's declaration ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Destroying Evil Veils And Shrouds

Contributed by Babatunmishe Oke on Jun 22, 2011

This sermon details the biblical background behind disfavor and hatred through the use of evil veils

Prayers; 1. Every covering cast and veil threatening to decimate my glory be destroyed tonight in Jesus name. 2. I receive power to overcome my nemesis tonight in Jesus name. 3. I receive fire into my tongue to pray successfully tonight in Jesus name. 4. Evil veils shielding my opportunities from ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 25:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Does The Bible Teach On The Rapture?

Contributed by Pastor Michael Salman on Jul 26, 2011

There is so many teachings on the Rapture. So many people believe it and so many teachers and preachers preach it but what does the bible say about a rapture?

Does the bible teach that there is a Rapture? There are churches and so many that teach on this doctrine called the Rapture. The purpose of the doctrrie of the Rapture is based on the premise that God will not allow His beleivers to enter a time of tribulation and judgement on the earth. That ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18

Denomination: Christian Church

... And Then God Showed Up Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 12, 2011

The Jews were fearful that their disobedience in not rebuilding the Temple was going to put them back into exile, but in their repentance they see a loving and forgiving God that absolutely blows their mind!

1In the seventh month, on the twenty-first day of the month, the word of the LORD came by the hand of Haggai the prophet, 2"Speak now to Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and to Joshua the son of Jehozadak, the high priest, and to all the remnant of the people, and say, 3'Who is ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist