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Trials

 When trials come our way; it is not "if" but "when." Trials come to everybody. They are a part of the lot that comes to fallen humanity, fallen from his relationship with God, through Adam, our forefather.

   When trials come to a Christian, we are taught in the Bible how to cope from a christian prospective. First, the trial that comes from us from the lot of fallen humanity. There is no indication in the New Testament that by becoming Christians, we are insured against the kind of trials that affect the human race. Christ said to his followers, In this world ye shall have tribulation, but be of good cheer I have overcome the world. To think in the terms of "just name it and claim it" is false and misleading.

   Second, there are trials that are in the plan of God. We are his children and he deals with us as such. Hebrews 12:9-11, teaches us about God's discipline. No one likes to be "corrected" or chastened, but God has a devine purpose for this. It yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them that are exercised thereby.

   Third, Satan, our "adversary." 1 Peter 5:8, the devil has always been at war against peace and joy. How does a Christian cope? Count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations. James 1:2. To welcome them as friends, takes the devine grace of God to help you.

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    CHRISTIANS REWARDED AT THE JUDGMENT SEAT OF CHRIST


    TEXT: II Cor. 5:10.

    INTRODUCTION: One of the most needed Bible truths of our day is the preaching and teaching that Christians are to face the Judgment Seat of Christ and give an account of their talents, time and possessions. Understanding this great fundamental truth sure makes a difference in the way Christians live.
    1. THE PROMISES ARE MADE BY THE LORD GOD. Gen. 15:1
      A. His promises are never broken.
      B. His purposes are always best.
      C. His plan is always believe,

       

    2. FOR PREFERRING GOD'S LAW. Psalms 19:10-11.
      A. Best for the family, friends and home.
      B. Best for the individual faith and forgiveness.
      C. Best for the future of eternity.

       

    3. FOR BEING PERSECUTED FALSELY. Matt. 5:12.
      A. For speaking evil of you for Christ's sake.
      B. For shunning you as a dedicated Christian.
      C. For secretly trying to kill your influence.

       

    4. FOR PERFORMANCE OF DUTY. I Cor. 3:14.
      A. Believing what God's Word teaches.
      B. Building upon the right foundation.
      C. Brotherly kindness shown to saints.

       

    5. FOR OUR PERSONNAL SACRIFICE. I Cor. 9:17-18, I Tim. 5:18.
      A. Willingly tithe your income.
      B. Witness with talents the best you can.
      C. Work with your time for His glory.

       

    6. FOR OUR PRIESTLY SERVICE. Matt. 10:42
      A. The smallest service in the right way is rewarded.
      B. The servant is worthy of his hire.
      C. Sympathy for suffering is expressed in deeds.

       

    7. FOR PROMOTION OF BIBLE DOCTRINES. II John 8.
      A. Look after calling as a faithful follower.
      B. Look after your consecration if you're out of fellowship.
      C. Look after your condition if you are lost in your folly.

     

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