In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Joseph in Genesis chapter 41. Joseph, who was previously forgotten and imprisoned, is released when he interprets Pharaoh's dreams. Pharaoh then appoints Joseph as overseer of Egypt and he marries Asenath, the daughter of a priest. The preacher highlights the hand of God in Joseph's life and draws parallels between Joseph and Jesus Christ. The sermon emphasizes the virtues developed in Joseph through adversity, such as patience, and discusses the purpose of the famine in fulfilling God's plan.

In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the book of Romans and the theme of the gospel of God. He emphasizes that the gospel is not about us, but about Jesus, who was born as a descendant of David according to the flesh. The preacher highlights the importance of belief in experiencing the fullness of the gospel, stating that one's level of belief determines how much they will receive from it. He also emphasizes the foundational message of Romans, which is that all people are sinners and in need of God's grace.

In this sermon, the preacher shares his personal journey of faith, starting from his upbringing in a godly home to the battles he faced with doubts. He emphasizes the need for righteousness and the reality of sin and God's judgment. However, he also highlights the incredible grace of God and the redemption found in Christ Jesus through his sacrifice on the cross. The preacher encourages believers to embrace tribulations as a necessary part of their spiritual growth and to trust in God's salvation.

In this sermon, the speaker talks about a morning prayer meeting where many high school students gathered to pray. He mentions that there was a spiritual awakening in the area. The speaker then discusses the importance of addressing both rights and wrongs when counseling people and leading them to the Lord. He uses the analogy of plowing rocky ground to emphasize the need to dig deep and remove any obstacles. The sermon concludes with a prayer for wisdom and a desire to walk in God's ways.

In this sermon, the speaker uses the analogy of justifying the right edge of a typewritten page to explain how God justifies our lives. He emphasizes that our past lives may be filled with sin and imperfections, but God can make them straight and righteous through the righteousness of Christ. The speaker also discusses the concept of justification, explaining that it goes beyond forgiveness and includes being declared righteous by God. He highlights that justification is a gift from God, received through faith, and that it demonstrates God's righteousness and grace.

This sermon emphasizes the journey of faith and dependence on God, highlighting the importance of endurance, proven character, and ultimately giving all glory to God. It discusses the process of facing trials, developing perseverance, and offering up our lives as a fragrant offering to God. The goal is not just moral character but to reflect Christ and His love, understanding that hope in God's love never disappoints.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the reasons why God tests our faith. The first reason is to free us from the things that bind us. The speaker uses the example of the three Hebrew children who were thrown into the fire but were not harmed because the only thing they lost was what bound them. The second reason is to reveal Jesus in our lives, as others can see Him in us when we go through difficult times. The speaker emphasizes the importance of reflecting and demonstrating the character of Christ when faced with pressure or challenges.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of tribulation and trials in the Christian life. He emphasizes that these difficulties are not wasted but are part of God's plan to prepare believers for a greater glory in eternity. The preacher uses biblical examples such as Joseph and verses from the Bible to support his message. He also criticizes preachers who paint a false picture of the Christian life as solely filled with prosperity and material blessings, stating that Jesus himself acknowledged that believers will face tribulation in the world.

In this sermon, Basil E. Shlink discusses the concept of taking up one's cross daily and how it can bring glory and lead to heaven. He emphasizes the importance of reacting to burdens and crosses with gratitude and praise, as it can reveal our true nature and bring about repentance. Shlink encourages listeners to sing about their suffering and cross, as it prepares them for eternal life. He concludes by expressing gratitude for the cross, as it purifies and prepares believers for heaven.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the various situations that can keep us imprisoned and prevent us from getting what we want. He emphasizes that when we face these challenges, our gods (our desires and expectations) start to act up and insist that we are not in the right place. The preacher highlights the importance of how we respond to the prisons that the Lord allows us to be put in. He references Bible verses such as 1 Peter 4:12 and Hebrews 12:11 to explain that suffering and chastening can lead to the peaceable fruit of righteousness and purification from sin. The preacher also mentions the attacks and challenges that Christians are facing, emphasizing the need to be prepared for spiritual warfare.

In this sermon, Basilia Schlink discusses the concept of finding joy and gratitude in the midst of suffering. She emphasizes that even in times of affliction, we can find reasons to be thankful, particularly for the gift of everlasting life with Christ. Schlink points out that suffering played a significant role in the life of Jesus, bringing Him glory. She references Romans chapter 5, where the Apostle Paul encourages believers to rejoice in their sufferings. Schlink concludes by highlighting the power of praising God in the midst of afflictions, as it helps us overcome them and find peace in our hearts.

In this sermon, the speaker uses a story about two sons encountering obstacles to illustrate the concept of usefulness. The first son encounters a stone and struggles to lift it, eventually giving up and continuing on his way. The second son, however, helps another person remove obstacles along the way, which gives him the strength to lift and carry the stone. The speaker then relates this story to the life of Stephen, emphasizing his usefulness and the importance of helping others.

Mike Bickle emphasizes the importance of maintaining confidence in God's love during trials, drawing from Romans 5:3-5. He explains that tribulations are not signs of God's disfavor but opportunities for growth, producing perseverance, character, and hope. Bickle encourages believers to focus on their identity as loved by God and to engage in a deeper dialogue with the Holy Spirit during difficult times. He asserts that true success is defined by our relationship with God rather than external achievements. Ultimately, he reassures that all things work together for good for those who love God, reinforcing the need for confidence in God's plan.

Mike Bickle emphasizes the importance of having confidence in God during trials, explaining that all things work together for good for those who love Him. He highlights that trials are not a sign of God's abandonment but rather an opportunity for spiritual growth, producing perseverance, character, and hope. Bickle uses the example of Joseph to illustrate how God can turn evil intentions into blessings, encouraging believers to rejoice in their relationship with God and the glory that comes from enduring hardships. He urges the congregation to actively declare their faith and trust in God's promises, even amidst pressures and tribulations.

Charles E. Cowman delves into the profound truth of finding strength in weakness and joy in hardships for the sake of Christ. He emphasizes the transformative power of embracing our limitations, insults, challenges, and persecutions, as they lead us to a place of complete reliance on God's sufficiency. Through the examples of A. B. Simpson and George Matheson, he highlights the shift in perspective needed to see trials as opportunities for blessing and growth, ultimately leading us to a deeper understanding of the value of our struggles and the beauty that can emerge from pain.

Charles E. Cowman preaches on the concept of flourishing in the midst of darkness and challenges, drawing parallels between flowers that thrive in gloomy corners of a garden and spiritual growth during tough times. Using the Apostle Paul's experiences in captivity as an example, he highlights how adversity can reveal hidden treasures of grace, love, joy, and peace in Christ, transforming gloom into a place of divine revelation and spiritual inheritance.

Anne Dutton preaches about the purpose and significance of enduring afflictions as a believer, emphasizing that God's special love ordains trials for His children to conform them to Christ in sufferings and prepare them for glory. She encourages believers to view afflictions as light compared to what Christ endured, to remember the shortness of trials in light of eternity, and to recognize the ultimate advantage of afflictions in working towards eternal glory. Dutton reminds believers to live by faith, rejoice in tribulation, and trust in God's sustaining presence and delivering kindness through every trial.

David Wilkerson emphasizes the perspective of Paul during his imprisonment, illustrating how trials can serve to further the gospel rather than hinder it. Paul, despite facing severe afflictions, chose to rejoice and view his circumstances as an opportunity to witness for Christ. Wilkerson challenges believers to reflect on their own responses to suffering, urging them to recognize God's faithfulness and purpose in their trials. He encourages Christians to embrace their afflictions as a means of glorifying God and spreading His message, just as Paul did from his jail cell. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a faith-filled response to adversity, trusting in God's plan.

Miles J. Stanford preaches about the importance of humbling ourselves under God's mighty hand, trusting that He will exalt us in His perfect timing. He emphasizes that trials are blessings sent by the Blesser, even though many desire the removal of these trials. Stanford uses the analogy of how the brightest summers follow the longest and most severe winters, illustrating that the most fragrant fruits of Christ often come at a cost known only to Him. He highlights that God allows weaknesses and trials to foster dependence on Him, leading to maturity, strength, and establishment in our faith.

F.B. Meyer reflects on the troubling decision of King David to take more wives in Jerusalem, contrasting this with the biblical law that cautions against such actions to prevent the turning of one's heart away from God. Meyer emphasizes that this indulgence led to a decline in David's character and ultimately sowed seeds of turmoil in his family. He highlights the importance of discipline and adversity in shaping strong character, suggesting that true growth often comes from facing challenges rather than enjoying unbroken happiness. Meyer warns that prosperity should be approached with caution, as it can be a test of one's faithfulness and humility before God.

John Newton reflects on the benefits of afflictions, acknowledging his own lack of personal trials but finding empathy through ministering to his afflicted congregation. He highlights how afflictions awaken a fervency in prayer, remind believers of the temporary nature of this world, deepen their understanding of God's Word through experiential knowledge of His promises, and evidence the reality of grace in their lives. Afflictions also serve to strengthen and exercise the spiritual graces within believers, ultimately leading them to a greater conformity to Jesus, who suffered for their sake.

Charles Mchatton preaches about how God refines and chooses His children in the furnace of affliction, using trials, oppression, and humiliating experiences to purify their hearts and prepare them for higher ministry. Just like how automobiles are tested before being put on the market, God tests His children to reveal weaknesses and refine them. Through the examples of Moses, Joseph, and the three Hebrew children, it is evident that God chooses and refines His workers in times of distress and difficulty, enlarging them for effective ministry when they remain faithful in the midst of trials.

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.

George Kulp preaches about the discipline of suffering and the mysteries of God's dealings with us, emphasizing the need to trust in God's love and purpose even when we question 'Why?'. He illustrates how suffering can lead to growth and transformation, just like how a plowed field yields a harvest or a block of marble becomes a masterpiece through the chisel. Kulp highlights the example of Jesus, who endured suffering and rejection for our sakes, teaching us obedience through His own trials and tribulations.

In this sermon, we delve into the life events of D. S. Warner, a man who faced various challenges and historical events such as the Civil War, the California Gold Rush, and the assassination of President Lincoln. Despite these trials, Warner's faith journey led him to become a Christian, experience Entire Sanctification, and eventually preach holiness. He faced opposition for his teachings but remained steadfast in his commitment to God, leading to the establishment of the Church of God Reformation movement and the publication of the 'Herald of Gospel Freedom.' Warner's life was marked by perseverance, dedication to his beliefs, and a passion for spreading the message of holiness.