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  SPIRITUAL TESTING
  by A.W. Tozer
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Summary: The sermon emphasizes the importance of being aware of and
prepared for spiritual testing, which is a normal part of the Christian
life.

Topics: "Faith and Perseverance", "Spiritual Testing"
Scripture References: Genesis 22:1

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A.W. Tozer emphasizes the inevitability of spiritual testing in the
lives of believers, illustrating this through biblical examples such as
Abraham, Peter, and Paul, who were tested without prior knowledge. He
highlights the critical moment when the Israelites faced their own test
at Kadesh-Barnea, choosing to turn back instead of moving forward into
God's promise. Tozer warns that many Christians may fail their tests,
urging listeners to recognize that each day presents an opportunity for
spiritual growth and Christlikeness. The sermon calls for self-
examination and a commitment to face challenges with faith rather than
retreating in fear.

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In the scriptural accounts, there are many examples of men and women
being tested, and I think it is plain that the Holy Spirit rarely tells
a believer that he is about to be tested. Abraham was being tested when
the Lord asked him to take his only son up into the mountain. He thought
he was being ordered. He did not know he was being tested. Peter was
unconsciously tested. Paul was tested and tried.

There does come a time when we have heard enough truth and the Holy
Spirit says, "Today this disciple is going to be tested." The people of
Israel in their time of testing came to Kadesh-Barnea and instead of
crossing into the promised land, they said, "We will not go over!" God
simply let them make their own test and they flunked it!

Are there any among us who have an honest desire to be Christlike? We
should all be aware that every day is a day of testing. Some come to
their own Kadesh-Barnea and turn back. What a solemn thought: that many
of the persons whom God is testing will flunk the test!

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/aw-tozer/spiritual-testing/
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