Sermons on Thrive In The Test:

A Message From A Dead Church

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Aug 19, 2002

A message atfer preaching at a church in St Louis during the SBC. This was once a thriving, soul winning church.

A MESSAGE FROM A DEAD CHURCH Date: June 23, 2002 Place: Allendale Baptist A.M. Service Text: 2 Timothy 3:1-5 Introduction Over a month ago I was asked to preach in a church in the St. Louis area while we were there for the Southern Baptist Convention. I spoke with a man from the church several ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Healing At The Beautiful Gate

Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 26, 2020

In this brief story I want to notice four principles for thriving in our spiritual lives no matter the circumstance.

Healing At The Beautiful Gate Acts 3:1-10, 16 Introduction Last week we left the disciples looking up into the sky at Jesus who was ascending to be at the Father’s side. In Chapter Two the amazing story of the Day of Pentecost. Visible presence of the Holy Spirit that Jesus had promised. A ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

There Is Destructive Power In Strife

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 2, 2014

Strife, friction, bitterness can thrive and limit the growth and plan of God. Unity must be our goal.

THE STRONGMAN OF STRIFE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Proverbs 26:20 Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth. 21 As coals are to burning coals, and wood to fire; so is a contentious man to kindle strife. I. DO WE REALY ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:20-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Acquired Thru Faith-3(:1b)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 20, 2024

3 of 10. The apostle Peter informs those who are faithful in Christ, that they are amply supplied for godly living. God’s people are amply supplied for godly living thru their faith. But, ?What does Christian faith acquire for God’s people? A provision of God, acquired thru faith in Jesus, is...

ACQUIRED Thru FAITH-III—2Peter 1:1b-c+(:1-4) Attention: The Christian music group, Casting Crowns, put out an album in 2014 entitled, ‘Thrive.’ On the cover of the album there is a ‘schematic-stylized’ picture of a mature tree with the soil removed to reveal the large size of its root system, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1, 2 Peter 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Life No One Expected Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Mar 7, 2024

Moses wanted to pass on this lesson from the garden to God’s people so they would learn from it, live by it, and thrive.

Genesis 1-2 begins with the orderly creation which forms the content of the scriptural vision for the future. Genesis 2 is a more detailed account of the creation narrative where we see Adam and Eve in paradise, in the midst of an incredible garden prepared for them by God Himself. At the end of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Necessity Of The Holy Spirit Baptism

Contributed by John Oscar on May 20, 2024

Pastor John shares why we need the Holy Spirit to help us survive and thrive in our current world

The Necessity of the Holy Spirit Baptism Scripture: Acts 2:1-4 Introduction: Today is Pentecost Sunday. It’s the day that the Holy Spirit was poured out upon the original followers of Jesus, and has been poured out on his believers ever since. The baptism in or off (interchangeable terms) the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, Zechariah 4:6, Acts 1:8, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We Will Go To The Other Side

Contributed by Oscar P. Lopez, Jr. on Apr 10, 2002

Crises happens to test our faith.

WE WILL GO TO THE OTHER SIDE! MARK 4:35-41 By OSCAR P. LOPEZ JR. PROPOSITION: CRISES IS CHRIST’S TEST TO THE FAITH OF CHRISTIANS INTRODUCTION: A. CRISIS – “Dangerous or difficult situation.” “emergency” “problem” 1. World Crisis 2. Philippine Crisis 3. Personal Crisis. * In times of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Methodist

Count It All Joy

Contributed by Mark Baker on Jan 30, 2006

How God proves us with tests.

James 1:2 My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, 3. knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. 4. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. Have you ever really stopped and considered that God’s ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Counterfeit Christianity

Contributed by Michael Bowen on Nov 20, 2001

Four tests to examine your Christianity.

Counterfeit Christianity - Matthew 7:13-27 Introduction: A man had died and appeared at the gates of heaven. St. Peter told the man that in order to get into heaven he had accumulate 100 points based on how he lived his life. St. Peter asked the man to begin describing his life. The man said, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-27

Denomination: Baptist

Paul Kept Surrendered So He Could Graduate! Series

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on May 22, 2010

Paul passed many tests to graduate.

Paul kept surrendered so he could graduate! 2 COR 4:7-12, 16-18 A father was filling out an application form for his daughter, who was seeking entrance to a very exclusive college. He came to the question on the form which asked whether the applicant was a leader. In honesty, he wrote, "No, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Lion's Den

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jun 24, 2009

The faithfulness of Daniel displayed during testing

Daniel Chapter 6-‘The Lions Den’ I. Daniel’s Prosperous Position (v.1-3) A. The First President (v.1) B. The King’s Purpose (v.2) C. The Preferred President (v.3) II. The Presidents & Princes Plot (v.4-9) A. The Findings of the Princes & Presidents (v.4) 1. His ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Trial By Fire

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Sep 23, 2008

BUILDING THINGS THAT WILL PASS THE TEST OF FIRE.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2008 1 COR 3:9-15 TRIAL BY FIRE 1: WE WORK FOR GOD A) GOD’S HUSBANDRY- YOU ARE GOD’S FIELD B) GOD GIVES THE INCREASE C) APPLYING GOD TO OUR FIELD CAUSES IT TO GROW AND PRODUCE FRUIT 2: GOD’S BUILDING A) WE ARE GOD’S BUILDING B) WE ARE TO BUILD ONLY ON THE FOUNDATION OF THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-15

Denomination: Other

Persevering Through Trials Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on May 21, 2018

Faith may not deliver you from suffering, but faith will get you through suffering; not just surviving it, but thriving in spite of it.

Connect the Dots ?James 1:1-18 ??Persevering Through Trials Faith may not deliver you from suffering, but faith will get you through suffering; not just surviving it, but thriving in spite of it. “The just shall live by faith.” Genesis 15:6, Habakkuk 2:4, Romans 1:17, Galatians 3:11; Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Prosperity Of The Wicked. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 24, 2024

Have you ever wondered why evil people seem to thrive, accumulating wealth and living luxurious lives, while the righteous struggle?

Have you ever wondered why evil people seem to thrive, accumulating wealth and living luxurious lives, while the righteous struggle? This paradox has troubled believers for centuries. Psalm 73:3 says, "For I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked." In this sermon, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1, Colossians 3:1-4, Matthew 6:19-21, Psalm 37:6

Pardon Me, Your Bias Is Showing Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 22, 2008

God tests those who claim to follow Him, and the tests He applies are revealed through how we treat others.

JAMES 2:1-13 PARDON ME, YOUR BIAS IS SHOWING! “My brothers, show no partiality as you hold the faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory. For if a man wearing a gold ring and fine clothing comes into your assembly, and a poor man in shabby clothing also comes in, and if you pay attention ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist