Sermons tagged #Trials

Live Courageously Daniel 6:1-23 The world isn't always content to leave Christians alone. If they can't persuade us to join them in what they're doing, they will try to keep us from practicing our faith.Why would this matter to the world? Our actions shine the light of Christ and expose their darkness. When Daniel faced a similar experience, he wasn't intimidated Knowing the consequences of doing so, he continued to worship God and pray. Corrupt government officials oppose and persecute the prophet Daniel. As a result, he is thrown into the lions' den. Daniel in the Lions' Den, is one of the most well-known stories in all the Bible. Although Daniel was at least 80 years old at the time of this event, he continued to serve faithfully during the reigns of Darius, who ruled over Babylon, and Cyrus, who ruled over the empire .If we truly trust the LORD, He will deliver us through the trials of life. No matter what opposition or persecution we may face, the LORD will give us the strength to overcome—all because we trust Him. The LORD's power will carry us through any and all trials.

Jesus tests His people in order to reveal our unbelief and strengthen our faith.

Pastor JD talks about how the Spirit of Truth testifies that Jesus is the Truth and the only One I need, especially during difficult and painful trials.

Romans 8 Matthew 14 2 Timothy 1

In these two chapters we reach the climax in the drama between Joseph and his estranged brothers. In chapter 42 we saw the awakening of conscience in Joseph's brothers (See 42:21, 28). In these chapters we see a deepening of the work of conviction in their hearts through the tests Joseph wisely orchestrated. Before Joseph attempted reconciliation with his brothers, he clearly wanted to see evidence of a change of mind (repentance) in his brothers' lives. Through this account we are reminded that conviction of sin and confession of sin (a spirit of repentance) are necessary pre-requisites for genuine reconciliation not only in human relationships but most importantly, in the sinner's relationship to God Almighty.

Why do we go through trials? What can we learn from the trial Abraham went through when he was instructed by God to sacrifice Isaac.

Morning Message Part 8 of Philippians Chaptere 1 verses 12-14

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Sermon – Joy in the Midst of Grief & Suffering Basis of joy - He gives us in Christ – v6a. Results of suffering: Suffering brings - v6b. Suffering leads to - v7. Suffering draws us - vv8-9. -Where is your joy? Where are you tempted to place it other than in the gospel? What impact does it have on your life when you seek joy in something more than you seek it in your salvation? -How have past (or present) trials shown you the genuineness of your faith? How might that change the way you think about those times of hardship? -Do you tend to grow closer to God in times of difficulty? Why? -Who around you needs encouragement as they go through trials? Other passages to consider: Mt 5:10-12; Jn 16:33; 20:29; Rom 8:16-18; 31-39; 2 Cor 4:16-17; Phil 3:10-11; Col 1:11; 1 Thes 1:6; Jam 1:2-4; 1 Pt 4:12-13; Rev 21:1-4.

Theme: Jesus Teaches that There are Many Obstacles to Truly Hearing the Gospel and Bearing Fruit; the Grace to Hear and Believe is a Gift of God, Multiplied. I. God Reveals His Word Through Parables – vv. 1-18 A. Jesus Speaks to the Multitudes in Parables – vv. 1-3a B. The Parable of the Sower – vv. 3b-8 II. Parables Hide the Gospel from Those Not Chosen by God to Hear – vv. 9-18 A. The Disciples Wonder at Jesus' Use of Parables – vv. 9-10 B. To Whomever Understanding Has Been Given, More Will Be Given – vv. 11-13 C. God is Sovereign, but Man is Willfully Dull – vv. 14-15 D. You are Blessed in that God Has Opened Your Ears – vv. 16-18 III. There are Many Obstacles to Truly Hearing the Gospel, We Must be Actively Listening – vv. 19-23 A. Hearing Without Understanding – v. 19 B. Stumbling because of Trials – vv. 20-21 C. Choked by Cares and Deceitful Riches – v. 22 D. Hearing, Understanding, and Bearing Fruit – v. 23

Focusing on the unfathomable weight that was placed upon Christ in Gethsemane and his faithful submission to His Father even in great distress.

Paul's journey toward Rome is considered, with a parallel to our own spiritual journeys in which we must trust our true Pilot, Christ, to bring us safely home.