Sermons on Times Of Testing:

Three Tests, One Answer

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 7, 2022

A sermon for the first Sunday in Lent, Year C

March 6, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 4:1-13 Three Tests, One Answer Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. One of the iconic scenes in the movie "City Slickers" involves Jack Palance’s character, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Testing God Through Tithing

Contributed by Robert Grey on Oct 31, 2000

What does it mean when God asks us to test Him by tithing?

Testing God through tithing. The text of this sermon can also be found at http://www.godisfaithful.net/bible/tithing.htm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Much has been said about the importance of tithing. Little has been said about being able to ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12, Psalm 95:6-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dear Friends...test The Spirits

Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 4, 2005

EASTER 6(B) - Dear friends, believers, are to test the spirits in order to recognize the Spirit of God and then listen to the Spirit of God.

DEAR FRIENDS…TEST THE SPIRITS (Outline) 1 JOHN 4:1-11 - May 1, 2005 - EASTER 6 INTRO: Today’s text talks about tests. As believers we are to put those entrusted with the message of salvation to the test. The message from God that men proclaim is to be just that – God’s message. The only way ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Trust Test - Part 1 Series

Contributed by John Maxwell on Nov 6, 2001

The third sermon in this four part series that assess your will to let God lead your life

THE TRUST TEST (PART 1) Proverbs 3:1-10 John Maxwell INTRODUCTION: Today I want to talk to you about managing the resources that God has given to us. Two Sundays ago we asked the question: Can I trust God? Last week we looked at another question: Am I trustworthy? Can God trust me with the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Learn From Abraham's Test

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 22, 2015

Learn from Abraham's Test 1) God demands dedication 2) God demonstrates dedication

As I speak, the best football players from college are being tested on how fast they can run, how high they can jump, and how far they can throw. This is happening at the NFL combine, a chance for scouts to get a close look at players they think could make a difference. Can you imagine the pressure ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Sifter: Test & Promotion

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 5, 2025

Many do not recall the kitchen tool the SIFTER. Before usability we must pass the test. The great people of God all faced testing before they were promoted. This trial can be an opportunity.

THE SIFTER, TEST GO BEFORE PROMOTION. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Psalm 139:23 Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: 24 And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. *TEST: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23, Genesis 2:16, Genesis 22:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Pass The Tests Of Life

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Aug 30, 2011

Introduction Turn to James chapter 1.

Introduction Turn to James chapter 1. And, we’re beginning a new study now through the Book of James: “Practical Christianity—Religion in Shoe Leather.” And, we’re going to preach right on through the Book of James, God willing, Sunday mornings and Sunday nights. So, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

How To Pass The Tests Of Life

Contributed by David Cramer on Apr 3, 2020

A message about passing through life with the Lord being first.

How To Pass The Tests in Life Stand and lift up your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Offerings: The Test Of Our Faith

Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 18, 2012

Perhaps nothing brings greater joy and also tests our relationship with God like offerings. Let's see how God used offerings as the ultimate test for His friend Abraham.

A certain mom & dad worked hard and saved to pay for their son to go to college. He blew off his freshman year. He was irresponsible, didn't study, made terrible grades, squandered his money, & finally came back home. His parents told him, “If you decide to go back to school you’ll ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Christian Litmus Test

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Apr 29, 2017

To many churches today have become club houses, they gather together miss-appropriating the verse, "meeting together" (Hebrews 10:25) Their church gatherings have become social meetings, talking about themselves, their community events or political views.

Your Christian Litmus Test Dictionary dot com has this definition for Litmus Test, "a crucial and revealing test in which there is one factor." Meghan McCain wrote, "The Democrats seem to have mastered inclusiveness - whereas Republicans, like a country club, seem to require a litmus test." ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abraham And His Two Tests Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Feb 6, 2025

We all risk losing a part of our identity if we do not know the stories of our past.

The Story of Us Abraham and His Two Tests February 9, 2025 We all risk losing a part of our identity if we do not know the stories of our past. Genesis 12:1-7, 10-20 The Lord had said to Abram, "Leave your country, your people and your father's household and go to the land I will show ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-7, Genesis 12:10-20, Psalm 103:7, John 14:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Methods For Testing Believers

Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Nov 20, 2015

God never tempts us to sin, but God does test our faith. Here are some methods He may use.

Genesis 22:1-14 God never tempts us to sin since He wants us to make decisions that please and glorify Him, but God does test our faith and our trust in Him in order to grow in our faith. Since God tests our faith, He may use various methods to help us to grow and become more faithful to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 11: Faith Tested

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 11, 2003

Abraham’s Journey of Faith

A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 22:1 1. What were the four great trials of separation in Abraham’s life? a. Family. "Get thee out of the country, and from thy kindred" (12:1). b. Lot/Nephew. "Separate thyself from me" (13:9). c. Ishmael. "Cast out this bondwoman and her son" (21:10). d. Isaac. "Take thy ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Test Of Ought - My Legacy.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 9, 2025

There is an unpopular word: OUGHT. Ought suggest we have a duty and responsibility to our church, our family and this nation. What are our spiritual obligations? What ought we to be faithfully doing?

THE TEST OF OUGHT --- WHAT IS THE LEGACY I AM LEAVING? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (This is a several part lesson.) When I was a child we sang a song, Everybody ought to read their Bible, the Bible. The men and women, the boys and the girls, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16, 1 John 4:10, Luke 18:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Your Faith Is Tested Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 31, 2015

This is the 9th sermon in the series "Don't Be Discouraged". What do you do when your faith is tested?

Series: Don’t Be Discouraged [#9] WHEN YOUR FAITH IS TESTED 1 Peter 4:12-19 Introduction: We have been studying 1 Peter for 9 weeks and I want to remind you of the things that were happening to the Christians when Peter wrote them this letter. Christians were being dragged out of their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist