Sermons on Balance Spirituality:

Weapons Of War Series

Contributed by Seth Alexander on Apr 2, 2015

We have been given weapons for this Battle against Satan.

• I read a post from Mark Hall last week. • One of the strongest weapons that Satan uses against us: the illusion of the power to limit. • Satan does everything in his power to limit us, just like one would with the tree, • Trying to place us in a small pot, trying to trim ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Revolution Of Tenderness? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 4, 2015

We are a people called to incarnate the mercy of God.

Thursday of Easter Octave 2015 Joy of the Gospel Today, as we still enjoy the glow of the Easter celebration–every day this week is a reprise of Easter day–the Church gives us two stories that are “aftermaths.” The first is Peter’s sermon to the Jews of Jerusalem ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:35-38

Denomination: Catholic

Love Is Of God

Contributed by Lori Broschat on Feb 29, 2016

The more excellent way

LOVE IS OF GOD Jonathan Swift, author of Gulliver’s Travels, once said, “We have just enough religion to make us hate, but not enough to make us love one another.” Why is love so terribly difficult for us sometimes? Aren’t we followers of a God who is Himself love? Surely ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Becoming Mighty In The Lord

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 24, 2014

Jotham became "Mighty in the Lord." Wow! What an honor that God would say that. 3 major things caused this wonderful transformation. Find out how you too can have that epitaph at life's conclusion! It will preach!

BECOMING MIGHTY IN THE LORD 2 Chron. 27:1-6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Clever, or what? 1. Victor, Reilly, Sean and Rowan had been best of friends for over 10 years when unfortunately, Rowan is killed in a car crash. The next day, the three remaining friends are looking at Rowan’s body in his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 27:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lord, Open Our Eyes!

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 9, 2014

Elisha revealed God's heavenly surveillance, the need for our eyes being opened, and the power of corrected vision.

LORD, OPEN OUR EYES! 2 Kgs. 6:8-17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHAT THE FISH WEIGHED 1. Doug was in the process of describing a 30 pound bass he'd caught recently after fighting it for three hours, when Bill interrupted his story. 2. "There’s no way I believe you caught a 30 pound bass!” ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Esau Is Only After Physical Blessing

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 24, 2014

To show that we need to be after spiritual blessing more than physical blessing, and we embrace grace rather than the law.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you still think that you can work your way to heaven? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to be after spiritual blessing more than physical blessing, and we embrace grace rather than the law. IV. TEXT: Genesis 27:1 (Contemporary English ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Desiring God: Part 1 Of A 4 Part Series On Spiritual Formation Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 2, 2014

This message looks at the basics of spiritual formation, including where our desire for God actually comes from

Spiritual Formation Series: Sermon 1: Desiring God - November 2, 2014 In the next few weeks we’re going to be looking at a subject that we’ve never addressed in depth, to my recollection. We’re going to explore the Scriptures and look at spiritual formation. The topic today is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Strength For The Conflict Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 26, 2009

We are at war with spiritual wickedness. However, God has equipped us for victory. We need but draw on what He has already provided to be assured of victory.

“Take up the whole armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm.”[1] "If you don’t want trouble, don’t say anything, don’t do anything, don’t be anything.” This sage advice was offered by a man who frequently stood in the midst of battle. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13

Denomination: Baptist

This Is War Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 13, 2009

Though we face a defeated foe, we will ensure our own defeat if we fail to respect his power. God has provided us with armour and weapons that give us victory, but we must train ourselves to use them--then, we must use them.

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Is That Unique Part Of The Body Of Christ, Which You Are, Functioning?

Contributed by David Leach on Jan 24, 2014

For as we have many members in one body, but all the members do not have the same function, …Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, let us use them …

Is that unique part of the body of Christ, which you are, functioning? Eph 4:13-16 Until we all …grow up in all things into Him who is the head — Christ — from whom the whole body (of Christ), joined and knit together by what every joint supplies, according to the effective ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Builds His Church, The Temple Of God Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 6, 2014

Foreigners in a Foreign Land God Builds His Church, the Temple of God

Foreigners in a Foreign Land God Builds His Church, the Temple of God 1 Peter 2:4-10 David Taylor We are finishing the first of three mini series in 1 Peter, “Foreigners in a Foreign Land” (1.1-2.10) where we have been looking at what Peter writes to Christians suffering persecution. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gifts Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Danny Davis on Feb 14, 2014

The Holy Spirit has given every believer gifts. These gifts give us a foretaste of a better day to come while we are still here on earth.

Introduction Today we will be looking at what the Scriptures call “spiritual gifts” For some this morning you are new to this idea or concept. Others have heard about the “Gifts of the Spirit: but are unsure of what it all means. Some of you know about and have experienced God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"I Am Gifted" Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Mar 5, 2014

What is Christ’s gift? Well it’s the spoils of his victory over sin and death. We know that he has all authority in heaven and on earth, he has inherited all of creation. So the measure of his gift is unlimited.

“I Am Gifted” (Eph 4:1-16) One of my best friends when I was growing up played hockey with me. We did everything together. Played army at construction sites, floor hockey in his huge basement, tobogganed on the hill behind his house, rode dirtbikes, went to the same school. He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Pt. 8 Healing Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 6, 2013

Our un-named Syrophoencian woman (Although called “Justa” by Constitine as early as the end of the 2nd century) had a lot going on. She was a woman, Gentile, desperate because her daughter was demon possessed.Scripture tells us she “cried out.”

Healing 8 A 21 Jesus went away from there, and withdrew into the district of Tyre and Sidon.22 And a Canaanite woman from that region came out and began to cry out, saying, "Have mercy on me, Lord, Son of David; my daughter is cruelly demon-possessed."23 But He did not answer her a word. And His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Next Chapter Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 17, 2013

The church engages the world empowered and informed by the Holy Spirit.

John 16:12-25 "The Next Chapter" INTRODUCTION Today is Trinity Sunday. It is a time when we contemplate and attempt to understand to a greater degree the God whom we worship. Often it is a rather boring Sunday as pastors around the world attempt to explain the Trinity. "The trinity is ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-15

Denomination: Lutheran