Sermons on A Spiritual Rock:

A Uniquely Unified Body Of Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 19, 2021

Have you ever met a Christian who you met at just the right time when you were feeling discouraged and upset, and they made you feel better?

Have you ever met a Christian who you met at just the right time when you were feeling discouraged and upset, and they made you feel better? Have you ever talked with a Christian who seemed to have a wisdom about decisions and life that was beyond what you expected? Have you ever met a Christian ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:3, 1 Corinthians 12:1-14

Denomination: Salvation Army

Spiritual Warfare: "The Force” Of God

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 24, 2021

THE FORCE was with Othniel but it wasn’t the midi-chlorians or a dynamic personality. His secret weapon was the Holy Spirit! By it he defeated the King of Double-Wickedness who oppressed Israel 8 years!

SPIRITUAL WARFARE: “THE FORCE” OF GOD Judges 3:1-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: 1. The President of Russia, Vladimir Putin, visited the U.S. and as a public relations event, took a walk along a crowded street. A little girl stepped up to him with a pair of puppies. “Sir,” she said, “would you like to ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spiritual Warfare: Not Having Enough Power

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 29, 2021

The nine disciples had insufficient power to deliver the boy who had a spirit. I believe that many Christians would also fail this test. Why? We need a bigger connection to the Holy Spirit by prayer and fasting.

SPIRITUAL WARFARE: NOT HAVING ENOUGH POWER Mark 9:14-29 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man bought a new Tesla Roadster. He had two sons. One of them asked him, “Dad, if you die, who will inherit your new Tesla?” 2. He pondered the question & said, “If I pass away on an even day, the son born ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Twelve Phases Of The Spiritual Heroes Journey

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

I felt inspired by several factors to engage in writing what the heroes journey might look like from a spiritual perspective. The heroes journey is a fascinating explanation of the journey a person takes through life.

I felt inspired by several factors to engage in writing what the heroes journey might look like from a spiritual perspective. The heroes journey is a fascinating explanation of the journey a person takes through life. Though some view it as merely a narrative tool or a template for fictional ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Very Real Danger Of Spiritual Neglect Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Jan 1, 2021

The issue of Christians who fall away from the faith was present in the New Testament, even as it is today. How can we prevent this from happening, and be vigilant against growing weary of following Christ ourselves?

Today we begin a new message series from the Book of Hebrews which I’ve entitled “The Faith that Endures.” It’s a sobering book because it addresses a sobering topic—an issue that I know that I would prefer not to admit that it exists. It addresses the issue of Christians who are tempted to fall ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:7, 2 Samuel 7:14, Psalm 110:4, Psalm 102:25-27, Deuteronomy 32:43, 1 John 1:9, John 5:17-18, Hebrews 1:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Bible Church

What Is A Spiritual Journey: The Moment Of Realization Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 5, 2021

Last week we talked about the call to adventure. We start at a place in our spiritual journey where we don’t have any interest in God or spiritual things. And something profound changes in our lives, where we sense that call to take the spiritual adventure.

Last week we talked about the call to adventure. We start at a place in our spiritual journey where we don’t have any interest in God or spiritual things. And something profound changes in our lives, where we sense that call to take the spiritual adventure. So we start down the road. We show up at ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

What Is A Spiritual Journey: The Road Of Trials Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 5, 2021

We’ve been called to the adventure. We’re on our spiritual journey. Last week we talked about the moment of clarity, where we realize a profound truth, that God is real.

"Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 13 But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. 14 If you are insulted ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Salvation Army

Moving Toward Spiritual Discernment-9

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 2, 2021

9 of ? The apostle John sheds light on the need for Spiritual Discernment in the Church. Spiritual Discernment is a necessity in the Church. But How is it to be achieved/accomplished? Moving(yourself, the Church, & others) toward spiritual discernment recognizes...

MOVING TOWARD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT-IX —1John 3:19-24(3:10--4:21) Attention: We were at St. Andrew’s State Park/The park is the far-end of a peninsular barrier on Florida’s Gulf Coast just across St. Andrew’s Bay from Panama City/Our family was walking on the beach barefooted on summer a good while ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Toward Spiritual Discernment-10

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 9, 2021

10 of ? The apostle John sheds light on the need for Spiritual Discernment in the Church. Spiritual Discernment is a necessity in the Church. But How is it to be achieved/accomplished? Moving(yourself, the Church, & others) toward spiritual discernment recognizes...

MOVING TOWARD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT-X —1John 3:23-24(3:19-24) of(3:10--4:21) Attention: A woman rushes to see her doctor, looking very worried & frantic. On the verge of tears, she rattles off, “Doctor, take a look at me. When I woke up this morning, I looked at myself in the mirror & saw ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom Letter- Your Spiritual Identity Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 28, 2021

This is the 43rd sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study in Acts will also include the letters written to the Churches. This is the 9th sermon from the Letter to the Galatians.

Series: Action [#43] FREEDOM LETTER- YOUR SPIRITUAL IDENTITY Galatians 4:21-31 Introduction: We have been studying our freedom in Christ. In our text, we read about Abraham’s 2 sons- Ishmael and Isaac. Although Abraham and Sarah had been promised that they would have a son, Sarah got tired of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

Message: The Need For Spiritual Oasis For Ministers Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 7, 2021

Message Deer Ridge, Freeport IL. March 5, 2021 A fundraiser for a Ministry to Pastors which provide Sabbaticals for free to pastors and missionaries!

Message Deer Ridge, Freeport IL - March 5, 2021 Fundraiser for a Ministry to Pastors – they provide Sabbaticals for free to pastors and missionaries! Illustration: Years ago, I watched a movie called Mr. Holland’s Opus it was about a High School music teacher who never really wanted to teach HS ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:2, 1 Timothy 5:17, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do Not Let Materialism Overtake Spirituality

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Mar 9, 2021

Materialism vs. Spirituality

Do not let Materialism overtake Spirituality - Sermon Text Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Mark 6:7-13 7 And He summoned the twelve and began to send them out in pairs, and gave them authority over the unclean spirits; 8 and He instructed them that they should take nothing for their journey, except a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Moving Toward Spiritual Discernment-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 21, 2020

1 of ? The apostle John sheds light on the need for Spiritual Discernment in the Church. Spiritual Discernment is a necessity in the Church. •But How is it to be achieved/accomplished? Moving(yourself & the Church) toward spiritual discernment recognizes...

MOVING TOWARD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT-I—1John 3:10--4:21 Love is indispensable for spiritual discernment. Love both granted & received is indispensable for spiritual discernment. Spiritual discernment is completed thru love’s scrutiny. Indispensable tools for Spiritual Discernment. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:10

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Toward Spiritual Discernment-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 28, 2020

2 of ? The apostle John sheds light on the need for Spiritual Discernment in the Church. Spiritual Discernment is a necessity in the Church. •But How is it to be achieved/accomplished? Moving(yourself & the Church) toward spiritual discernment recognizes...

MOVING TOWARD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT-II—1John 3:10--4:21 Attention: In these days when God’s people are wisely keeping themselves FROM gathering together, for fear of spreading disease(Corona Virus-2(COVID-19))...& In lieu of such gathering for encouragement & strengthening of the church, it ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Gangrene: Necrosis Of The Body Of Christ

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Sep 3, 2020

Paul warns Timothy to avoid godless chatter because it will spread like gangrene. Sin, like gangrene, has a way of spreading and causing division in the congregation.

When it comes to the church, church growth is naturally related to church health. Healthy churches, like healthy people, must grow. In his book, The Purpose Driven Church, Pastor Rick Warren says that if our church is healthy, attendance will be the least of our problems. He writes that ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible