Sermons on crucible: showing 16-30 of 412

When The Creek Dries Up

Contributed by C. Scott Ghan on Aug 25, 2003

Some times we doubt God’s prvision and promises. Sometimes God’s provision just seems to dry up. What do we do then?

TITLE: When the Creek Dries Up 082503d C. Scott Ghan This sermon was inspired by Elmer Towns’ sermon "When the Brook Dries Up". Though very little of his original text is in tact. TEXT: 1 Kings 17:1-9 (CEV) Elijah was a prophet from Tishbe in Gilead. One day he went to King Ahab and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Silver Lining Inthe Storm Clouds Of Life! Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 10, 2010

Each of the storm clouds of our lives has a silver lining with many veins of blessing!

INTRODUCTION • Slide #1 • Have you heard the idiom, “Every Cloud Has A Silver Lining?” I wonder why the cloud does not have a gold lining! • We may have a bit of a hard time relating to this idiom here in Sierra Vista since when we see clouds we kind of like it because we so rarely get rain and we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Always Give Yourself Fully To The Work Of The Lord

Contributed by Don Schultz on Aug 10, 2011

Your labor is not in vain. The resurrection promises and God's mercy motivate you to work for him with courage and passion.

1 Corinthians 15:58 Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. A month and a half ago a parent of one of our former Lakeside students sent out an email requesting ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Lutheran

Advanced Training At Zarephath Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 16, 2012

Elijah is challenged to put his faith in God by what he faced at Zarephath. God used these experiences to further prepare Elijah for his future ministry.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who was walking across the road when he was hit by a car. 1. The impact knocked him on his head which caused him to be in a coma for a couple of days before he finally regained consciousness. 2. When he opened his eyes, his loving wife was there beside ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Refiner's Fire

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 6, 2021

A sermon for the second Sunday in Advent, Year C

December 5, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Malachi 3:1-4; Philippians 1:3-11; Luke 3:1-6 The Refiner’s Fire Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Children need to be challenged. Maturing from a child into an adult ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6, Malachi 3:1-4, Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Last Prayer Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 2, 2007

2 of 3 messages on the Last Hours of Jesus. This message is about Jesus Prayer in Gethsemane

The Last Hours April 1, 2007 – Palm Sunday The Last Prayer When God says “No” What do you do when God says no? Some people get mad. Some stomp their feet and rage at the forces of the world. In the movie Forest Gump, Lt. Dan hauls his legless body up the mast on a rope and bosun’s chair in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:35-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Refining Fire

Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 9, 2018

This message is to encourage the believer that even though we go through trails and hardships, we will not be utterly destroyed but we will be purified by the Refiners Fire.

I. "HE SHALL SIT AS A REFINER AND PURIFIER OF SILVER" A. This is a beautiful and not uncommon figure of speech in Scripture: 1. The Psalmist, the wise men, and the prophets have all made use of it 2. The simile used in our text indicates that God is at work to purify the lives of His people, even ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:3, Job 13:15, 1 Peter 4:12-13

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Next Level: Patience

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 19, 2020

Seems many have developed a negative attitude about patience. I want patience right now! One of God's greatest tools of building faith is tested by learning and teaching patience. Can you hear God's call to the NEXT LEVEL? Give the gift of patience.

THE NEXT LEVEL. : PATIENCE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com COMMENT: A pessimist sees a dark tunnel. An optimist sees the light at the end of the tunnel. A realist sees a freight train. The train engineer sees 3 idiots standing on the rail road tracks. I HAVE A QUESTION: FOR WHAT ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3, Isaiah 55:8-9, 2 Corinthians 4:17, 2 Corinthians 12:7-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Your Spouse Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Jun 17, 2005

Part 1 in series "Succeeding Where Success Matters Most," this message attempts to establish a spiritual context for marriage, and looks at the controversial topic of divorce.

Succeeding Where Success Matters Most – Your Spouse Wildwind Community Church David Flowers June 12, 2005 At this moment I am seeing three couples for pre-marital counseling. If you asked them they’d tell you that I’m extremely strict about making sure all couples complete a minimum seven-week ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:31-32

Denomination: Free Methodist

"How Dare You" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Aug 27, 2014

Living by the flesh produces no good thing, especially praise from others.

The Ultimate Decision August 27, 2014 Some of our recent devotionals has been about how God tests us. He cannot tempt us but He can allow us to be tempted. Isn’t it amazing that Satan has to go through God to get to us:) In anything we go through in this life it is to build our faith and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:21

Faith Principles To Build And Influence Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 29, 2023

Faith is learned in the crisis of a dark midnight experience when the leader is shut up to God only.

1. Faith’s Crucible Principle: Crucible-Faith is learned in the crisis of a dark midnight experience when the leader is shut up to God only, and surrenders sin and selfishness to totally depend on God and find His direction, and discover His power. a. “These trials will show that your faith is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:7, James 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Acid Test Of Love!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 31, 2007

There is a powerful acid test suggested in the Greek word provoked, love must keep us calm and we must trust the God of the bigger picture.

THE ACID TEST OF LOVE? LOVE THE HARD TO LOVE PEOPLE! LOVE NEVER FAILS! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. HAVE YOU EVER TRIED TO DEFINE LOVE? A. Of all the words in the dictionary, the most poorly defined word is LOVE. B. LOVE: Deep affection, fondness. Sweetheart, beloved one, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023

Explores Job 1, emphasizing the purpose and value of trials in revealing our faith and God's purpose, encouraging steadfast faith amidst adversity.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's such a joy to gather together in this sacred space, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to understand His word more deeply. Today, we are turning our hearts and minds towards the book of Job, specifically Job 1. It's a chapter that offers ...read more

Topics: Dealing With Pain

Unlikely Sources For God's Provision Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Oct 2, 2002

Elijah faces three tests, each intended to refine him for the Master’s use.

This week we honor the one-year anniversary of the terrorist attack on the United States. No one’s life has gone unaffected. The television images that came across the news networks in the weeks following September 11, 2002 changed our lives dramatically. This past year has been met with new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:7-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Real Is The Holy Spirit? Series

Contributed by Jay Winters on May 30, 2015

Talking about MTV's the Real World and True Life shows, as well as the act of directing and producing as a way of getting at the truth of who the Holy Spirit is.

In the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Three in One who sent the Holy Spirit that we might know His truth. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, MTV gave us our first ever "reality show", a thing called "The Real World" that came out in 1992. The first "Real World" ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran