This sermon emphasizes the importance of having a faith that endures trials and testing, leading to spiritual growth and proven character. It challenges the notion of mere theoretical or positional religion, highlighting the need for a genuine, possessional faith that withstands tough times and embraces repentance out of love.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of faith and trust in God, highlighting how faith can falter when worship, obedience, reinforcement of God's promises, and trust are lacking. It stresses the need for a fully surrendered life to build strong faith, drawing examples from biblical figures like Abraham, Sarah, and Noah. The message encourages diligent seeking of God, reinforcing promises, and trusting Him even in the midst of trials and tragedies.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of patience and endurance in the Christian faith. They emphasize that Jesus is already the Lord and King, but He does not yet fully exercise His kingship. The speaker encourages listeners to learn and practice patience in their daily lives, as it will be crucial in the end times when the whole world will face trials. They also highlight the need to overcome impatience, which is often associated with pride. The sermon concludes by reminding listeners of God's patience and offering resources for further spiritual growth.

In this sermon, Minister D.P. Williams shares a powerful story of how he prayed for a man's soul to be changed and God answered his prayer after three years. He emphasizes the importance of giving God time to work in people's lives and not seeking vengeance ourselves. Williams encourages believers to show charity and meet the needs of others, as this reflects God's mercy and grace. He also reminds listeners that it is God, not humans, who is the moral governor of the universe and will ultimately bring justice. The sermon emphasizes the testing of faith and the importance of faith being tested to have a testimony.

William Gurnall preaches about the importance of believers being fully equipped with the whole armor of God to stand against the wiles of the devil. He emphasizes the need for believers to put on the complete armor of God, not leaving any part of their spiritual defense vulnerable to Satan's attacks. Gurnall highlights the significance of each piece of the armor, stressing the necessity of faith, virtue, knowledge, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness, and charity in the Christian's spiritual warfare. He encourages believers to strive for perfection in their grace, to continually advance and grow in their spiritual walk, despite discouragement or feelings of inadequacy.

Miles J. Stanford emphasizes the importance of finding joy in trials as a sign of being in God's will, highlighting the need to depend on God, walk in the Holy Spirit, and abide in Jesus Christ. He explains that God's way is not just to meet our needs instantly, but to provide in a way that constantly reminds us of His unfailing love and care. Stanford also discusses the temporary nature of spiritual experiences, pointing out that true faith can rejoice in God even when circumstances seem contrary to His promises, and that the divine life thrives when our fleshly desires are subdued and we look to Jesus in weakness.

Jean-Pierre de Crussade preaches about the transformative power of faith, describing it as the light of time that reveals truth, touches the intangible, and sees beyond the physical world. He emphasizes that faith unlocks celestial treasures, reveals the mysteries of God, and conquers falsehood. Through faith, God communicates with souls through all of creation, turning the universe into a living testimony of His presence and guidance. De Crussade highlights that true faith thrives in the face of doubt and challenges, enabling believers to see God in every aspect of life, bringing peace, light, and sweetness even in darkness and bitterness.

Charles E. Cowman preaches about the testing of faith through delayed answers to prayers, emphasizing that God's timing is sovereign and not always immediate. He highlights that even though prayers may seem unanswered or delayed, they are never unnoticed by God, and what may appear as refusals are often divine delays to strengthen faith and deepen dependence on God. Cowman encourages believers to trust in God's perfect timing, reminding them that Christ's delays in helping are opportunities to grow in faith and perseverance.

Charles S. Price preaches about the profound purpose God has in every life, emphasizing that God molds us through various processes to be vessels fit for His use, playing symphonies of heaven through our lifetime. He encourages believers to rest in the assurance that they belong to God and He to them, knowing that God will never fail them in life's tests. Price highlights the importance of self-judgment, urging individuals to identify and remove anything displeasing to God, trusting in His grace and power to overcome. Through the story of Job, he illustrates how trials and tests come to help us know ourselves and lead us to self-judgment, ultimately working together for good for those who love the Lord.

Charles E. Cowman preaches about the importance of facing trials and challenges in life, comparing them to sailing in the sea where every wind, whether north, south, east, or west, can lead us towards a blessed destination if we keep our faith strong. He emphasizes the need to seek God's guidance and protection in the midst of life's storms, quoting an old Cornishman's prayer to be sent out to the deep waters where victory can be achieved. Cowman also highlights the significance of having genuine faith that endures trials, as mere fair-weather faith is insufficient.

John Gill emphasizes the vital role of patience in the Christian life, asserting that without it, one cannot truly submit to God's will, endure adversity, or express gratitude. He explains that patience is essential for bearing afflictions, enduring reproach for Christ, and waiting for divine answers, and it is a grace that must be actively pursued and exercised. Gill highlights that patience is a gift from God, cultivated through trials and the scriptures, and is necessary for spiritual growth and the fulfillment of God's promises. He encourages believers to look to Christ as the ultimate example of patience and to draw strength from the hope of eternal glory. The sermon serves as a reminder that patience is not only a virtue but a crucial aspect of faith that leads to spiritual maturity.

Jane Lead preaches about the spiritual journey of refining the soul and transforming it into a heavenly dwelling place for the Spirit. She emphasizes the importance of breaking down the 'Golden Grain' within us through tribulations and trials, in order to be made ready for eternal life. Lead discusses the need to cultivate a strong and unwavering faith, free from doubt and fear, to activate the powerful engines of the soul for spiritual growth and transformation.

Miles J. Stanford preaches about the deepening knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ being essential for believers to find strength and blessing. He emphasizes the importance of personal fellowship with Christ rather than just having doctrinal knowledge. Stanford highlights the need for divine power in quietly enduring suffering, as it requires a closer communion with God. He explains that God's discipline is meant to reveal His love and the resources available through faith in Him. The sermon underscores that trials are opportunities for the heart to learn more about God's love and to trust Him above all else.

Charles E. Cowman preaches about the mystery of prayer, emphasizing that many of our struggles and trials are actually answers to our prayers. Through various challenges, God molds us into the image of Christ, teaching us patience, submission, unselfishness, strength, humility, and other virtues we pray for. The key to finding peace and victory is to accept every circumstance as coming from a loving Father, dwelling in His presence, and trusting His divine plan for our lives.

G. Campbell Morgan explores the profound message of Habakkuk, emphasizing the contrast between the proud, whose souls are crooked, and the righteous, who live by their faith. He illustrates how Habakkuk's journey from doubt to affirmation reveals that true life is rooted in faith, despite outward appearances of chaos and injustice. The sermon highlights the importance of recognizing God's sovereignty and the necessity of waiting on Him, as Habakkuk ultimately transitions from despair to a song of praise. Morgan encourages believers to confront their doubts directly with God and to trust in His promises, reminding them that faith is the principle of life.

Charles E. Cowman emphasizes the importance of unwavering faith in God's promises, highlighting that the journey of faith involves trials, discipline, patience, and courage. Through the delay in answers to prayers, God is developing our character and faith, just as He did with great Bible characters like Abraham, Moses, Elijah, and Joseph. The testing of our faith is a crucial process in our spiritual growth and preparation for the purposes God has for us.

Greek Word Studies preaches about the importance of believers working out their salvation fully and thoroughly, bringing it to successful completion and Christlikeness. This involves continuous, sustained effort and participation in the results, not just relying on God's work alone. Believers are urged to strive for perfection in Christlikeness, growing daily in spiritual maturity and obedience, with the assurance that God will complete the good work He started. The command to work out salvation emphasizes the believer's responsibility to actively pursue holiness and godly virtues, not passively waiting for God to work.

Charles E. Cowman preaches on the importance of faith and patience in inheriting God's promises, drawing inspiration from the heroes of faith who have gone before us. He emphasizes the necessity of faith and patience, highlighting that through trials and testing, God tempers and refines us to fulfill His purpose. Just as a blacksmith tests steel for tempering, God tests us through challenges and trials to mold us into vessels fit for His use, reminding us to endure and trust in His refining process.

A.W. Tozer emphasizes the virtue of patience in his sermon 'Be Patient,' drawing parallels between a farmer's faith in the seeds he plants and our trust in God during times of tribulation. Just as the farmer waits through the cold winter for the eventual harvest, we too must remain steadfast in prayer, believing that our petitions will bear fruit in due time. Tozer encourages us to shift our hurried mindset and embrace a patient faith, trusting that God will fulfill His promises. He reminds us that effective prayers, combined with our faith, will lead to the manifestation of God's will on earth.

Theodore Epp emphasizes the significance of enduring trials as a means to develop patience and steadfastness in faith, as outlined in James 1:1-8. He explains that the testing of faith produces patience, which is essential for self-control and spiritual growth. Epp encourages believers to embrace hardships with joy, knowing that these experiences strengthen their trust in God's promises. He highlights that true patience comes from enduring challenges and maintaining confidence in Christ, ultimately leading to the fulfillment of God's promises. The sermon reassures that through trials, believers can cultivate a deeper relationship with God and a more resilient faith.