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  FAITH TESTED
  by William Kelly
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Summary: Faith is put to the proof when we are forced to stand firm in
our convictions in the face of opposition and adversity.

Topics: "Faith Tested", "Persecution Suffering"
Scripture References: Matthew 10:22, John 15:18, 2 Timothy 3:12, Hebrews 10:32, 1 Peter 4:12

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Willam Kelly preaches about the testing of faith in the path of Christ,
emphasizing the challenge of standing firm when faced with opposition
and desertion even from fellow believers. He highlights the struggle of
losing valued associations, enduring taunts, and persecutions for the
sake of Christ, drawing parallels to the experiences of Timothy and
faithful Christians throughout history. Kelly reflects on the recent
years as a frightful illustration of the trials faced by believers in
Christendom.

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CONTENT
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In the path of Christ the time surely comes when faith is put to the
proof. It is one thing in the confidence of grace and at the summons of
the truth to turn one's back on the fairest pretension opposed to His
name; it is quite another to stand firm and unabashed when not only the
world turns from us, but desertion sets in among those who confess Him.
How few can stand the loss of valued associations, not to speak of their
taunts and persecutions! This abnormal state was dawning on the
sensitive and distresses spirit of Timothy. It has long been the
ordinary experience for the faithful in Christendom. What a frightful
illustration of it even recent years have furnished.

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/william-kelly/faith-tested/
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