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  • The Refiner’s Fire

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 13, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,993 views

    In this passage, Ezekiel described the Babylonian exile as being the crucible in which Israel was melted down, and the godly (the silver) were separated from the unrighteous (the dross). The purpose of the refiner's fire is spiritual purification.

    I wish to begin our message with an illustration: There was a dedicated Christian woman who once visited a tourist attraction, which happened to be a working replica of a pioneer village; and one of the manned displays she observed was a silversmith shop. The woman watched the silversmith as he ...read more

  • Joy In The Midst Of Trouble PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 29, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 893 views

    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

  • Job 1

    Contributed by Matthew Davaughn Cox on Sep 9, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,018 views

    This sermon over views Job 1, Job is tested by Satan.

    In the society today we can find ourseleves striving to become rich here on earth. Many times we become so focus on become rich that we seem to forget about God. We tend to forget about God because we become more focus on getting rich, and keeping up with the Jones' for example. I have come to ...read more

  • The Greater Blessing - Genesis 15 Series

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Jun 4, 2024
     | 665 views

    Life is filled with choices and opportunities. How do we know which choices to make and what opportunities are from God or not?

    Last week we studied the passage in Genesis 13:3-18 where we saw that Abram and Lot were prospering, so much so that they needed to expand their territory and go their separate ways. Throughout this transition, Abram stayed close to God and learned to settle things God’s way. Lot on other hand ...read more

  • What Is The Source Of Temptation?

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 26, 2023
     | 1,802 views

    The sermon title asks, What is the Source of Temptation? Just who is it who lures us into sin? We immediately want to say Satan and blame him. We say, “the devil made me do it,” but the answer is a bit closer to home. Thankfully, the solution is as close as prayer.

    For the next few weeks I would like to talk about temptation. What is it that tempts you? Is it food? We all have a favorite food. We get a whiff of it, and our mouth starts watering. It's so tempting. The urge to take a bite of cake may not necessarily be a bad thing, but we're often ...read more

  • Victory Over Sin

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 19, 2003
    based on 154 ratings
     | 15,044 views

    The difference between trials and temptations and how to overcome temptations. 4 facts about temptations

    1 Corinthians 10:13 Victory Over Sin Purpose Statement: To lead persons to becoming free from sins power. If you’ve ever had difficulty in dealing with a particular temptation or sin then this message is for you. I want to discuss with you having victory over temptation that leads to sin today. ...read more

  • 1 John 4:1-6 Series

    Contributed by Zak Saenz on Apr 3, 2025
     | 669 views

    1 John 4:1-6

    1 John 4:1-6 1 Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, for many false prophets have gone out into the world. Before we get started with this verse I just want to remind you about two verses we read last week that I think go well with verse 1 ...read more

  • Let Jesus Show You How To Face Temptation Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 12, 2023
     | 1,175 views

    Your best defense against temptation is quoting the written Word of God. Therefore, learn the Bible, memorized the Bible, and use the Bible.

    “Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil … fasted forty days and forty nights, afterwards … hungry. The tempter said ‘if you are the Son of God … stones become bread. Jesus … ‘It is written man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word … mouth of God.’ ...read more

  • The Man Born Blind Lesson 7 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 4, 2025
     | 130 views

    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

  • Tested By The Death Of A Loved One: Lesson 16

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 4, 2013
     | 1,135 views

    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

  • A Good Life Goes Bad Series

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Nov 1, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,898 views

    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

  • Sermon On Temptation

    Contributed by William Meakin on May 27, 2021
     | 1,207 views

    We all suffer temptation at some point in our earthly journey, it is a natural part of life.

    Derek Charles Blasberg, an American journalist, socialite, best selling author and television personality once remarked: “Temptation is as old as time; or at least the history of temptation extends as far back as the moment Eve gave Adam that serpent’s apple. But what sets the lady apart from the ...read more

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

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Sep 5, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 763 views

    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

  • -A Faith That Has Not Been Tested Is A Faith That Can`t Be Trusted

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Sep 28, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,891 views

    IT HAS BEEN SAID THAT LIFE IS LIKE AN ONION BECAUSE THE MORE YOU PEEL IT THE MORE IT WILL MAKE YOU CRY

    James 1:3-4 (MSG) 3 You know that under pressure, your faith-life is forced into the open and shows its true colors. 4 So don't try to get out of anything prematurely. Let it do its work so you become mature and well-developed, not deficient in any way. James 1:12 (GW) 12 Blessed are those ...read more

  • Can You Pass God's Test?

    Contributed by James May on Oct 13, 2002
    based on 70 ratings
     | 21,142 views

    David asked for God to test his heart because he knew that he could pass it. Can we pass God’s test of a true heart?

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more