Sermons on Trials

Sermons on Trials

Genesis 40-41: The Bigger Picture

At times we are tempted to wish we were in someone else’s position in life. However, the Lord has placed each of us in a set of unique situations that culminate in accomplishing his will for our lives. This week we look at Genesis, chapters 40 and 41 to see how the trials that Joseph endured helped grow him in his ability to accomplish God’s will.

Genesis 39: The Prospering Servant

Joseph was prospered by God because he realized that in any and every circumstance he was doing the work that his extremely generous master had given him to do. Sometimes God puts us in difficult situations and expects us to faithfully follow His lead. This week we see in Genesis, chapter 39 how Jospeh responds to the difficult situation God has allowed him to go through.

Joseph the Dreamer: Genesis 37-38

Often we choose to do our own thing rather than follow what God desires for us. This week we look at Genesis chapters 37 and 38 to see that God can work through even the worst of situations and use them for the good of the Kingdom.

1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13

God does give us things we can’t handle ourselves but He rescued us.  Through Him we can trust that He solves our sin problem and helps us overcome it day by day.  This week we look at 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13 to learn how we can come together to support each other as we face the temptations and trials of this life.

1 Peter 2:11-3:12

Paul takes us through 1 Peter applying Peter’s words to our lives today. He speaks on government, relationships at work, at home, and between husbands and wives.

1 Peter Chapter 1:1-12

Are you facing trials in your life?  Do you long for hope?  Many times we say, “I don’t want this.”  “This is an inopportune time for a trial.”  “Lord, can I have this another time?”  However, God has a plan for us in the trials of this life.  Our biggest need is to trust God.  Join us as we dig into what the Word of God says in 1 Peter, chapter 1 about the living hope that can be found in…