Explore how to face life's challenges with poise and strength through the lens of Abraham's faith. Discover the power of divine testing as a path to personal and spiritual growth. Delve into the dangers of idolizing even the best aspects of life and the anxiety that can arise from our attachments. Learn about the transformative power of faith amid trials and the importance of trusting in God's will. Embrace the lessons from Abraham's journey and find encouragement to tackle your own challenges with confidence.
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Tests for Greatness
Greatness comes through tests.
Understand their existence, nature, necessity, and how to pass them.
insights INSIGHT
The Purpose of Tests
Tests reveal and promote growth.
They show your current state and challenge you to improve.
question_answer ANECDOTE
Two Types of Tests
Some teachers use tests to identify weaknesses.
Others use them to guide growth and improvement.
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In 'Hope in Times of Fear', Timothy Keller delves into the profound implications of Jesus' resurrection, offering a fresh perspective on how this event shapes our understanding of hope, justice, suffering, and faith. Written during the COVID-19 pandemic, the book provides a timely reminder of the enduring hope found in the resurrection, impacting personal lives, relationships, and society as a whole.
How can you live a life so no matter what comes at you, you face it with equilibrium, you face it with poise, you face it with strength?
Today we come to an incident in Abraham’s life which is called a test. In the beginning of this particular brief account, it says God tested Abraham. This is the secret of a great life. The secret of a great life is to understand you become great only through tests.
We have to understand 1) there are tests, 2) how these tests work, 3) why we need these tests, and 4) how we pass these tests.
This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on October 30, 1994. Series: The Nature of Faith. Scripture: Hebrews 11:17-19.
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