'Tested' in the Bible

We have sent with them our brother, whom we have often tested and found diligent in many things, but now even more diligent because of his great confidence in you.

These men must also first be tested; then let them serve as deacons if they are beyond reproach.

By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered up Isaac, and he who had received the promises was offering up his only begotten son;

so that the proof of your faith, being more precious than gold which is perishable, even though tested by fire, may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ;

Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to cast some of you into prison, so that you will be tested, and you will have tribulation for ten days. Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life.