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  • Philip Harrelson avatar

    The Profile Of A Spiritual Defector

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jun 30, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,794 views

    A sermon on backsliding and its effect on Demas.

    A PROFILE OF A SPIRITUAL DEFECTOR TEXT: 2 Timothy 4:10 2 Timothy 4:10 KJV For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; . . . . I. INTRODUCTION -- ONE OF MINISTRY’S MOST DEVASTATING BURDENS -One of the most devastating burdens about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Case For Spiritual Formation Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Dec 31, 2009
     | 6,401 views

    Part 4 in series The Company We Keep, this message makes the case for why spiritual formation is critical and discusses the difference between training to obey Jesus and trying to obey Jesus.

    The Case for Spiritual Formation The Company We Keep, prt. 4 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers May 23, 2009 John Ortberg asks us to consider what it would be like to be doing what we do every night – sitting on the couch eating Twinkies and potato chips – when suddenly the phone rings. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Process Of Spiritual Growth

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Sep 23, 2016
     | 15,106 views

    Spiritual growth is necessary to be effective for kingdom work

    Imagine you are sitting at home one Saturday night. You are filled with anticipation because for the second year in a row the Carolina Panthers are playing the NFC championship game at home to make their way to the Super Bowl. Suddenly your phone rings. It’s one of Jerry Richardson’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Choices

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Feb 8, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 24,407 views

    Moses is preaching some of his final words to the people of Israel before they enter the Promise Land. He knows that they will be faced with choices...the most important choice being to follow God or go their own way; which leads to destruction. We have

    (Note: I enjoyed reading the introduction of Lee Huddleston's sermon here on Sermon Central; so I have borrowed his introduction, and used my own material for the body.) Introduction I’m not a big Country music fan… but I did go through a country music phase in my teens... whether you ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • David Nolte avatar

    The Humble King, The Happy Crowd, And The Hateful Leaders

    Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 27, 2021
     | 3,772 views

    There were different attitudes displayed when Jesus rode a donkey into Jerusalem.

    “THE HUMBLE KING, THE HAPPY CROWD AND THE HATEFUL LEADERS” When I was a child about 6 years old, Dad would take me to Harvest Festival in Arvada, Colorado. He would pay the Attendant a dime for me to ride a pony around and around in a large circle along with 9 other buckaroos. That was 5 minutes ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Five Reasons To Respect Jesus As Our Leader

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 29, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 9,518 views

    Taking a military analogy off of the word "Captain," this sermon discusses the courage and bravery that Jesus displayed and the respect we should accord Him

    Big Idea: Jesus earned the right to be called our Captain by his courage under fire. - Hebrews 2:10. - Jesus is called the “captain of our salvation” in this verse and I want this morning to pursue the military analogy that that puts forward. - “Captain” is the Greek word “archegos” which means ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Growing In Spiritual Maturity Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 30, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,436 views

    In James 1:19-20 James shows us three characteristics of growing in spiritual maturity.

    Scripture The story is told of two men who were traveling along in a hot-air balloon when they began to realize that they had no idea where they were. To make matters worse, as they looked at the sky, a storm began brewing overhead and heavy clouds started rolling in. For a brief minute they came ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Are You Spiritually Insecure? Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 7, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,440 views

    Far too many believers live their life in a sense of insecurity and false guilt and allow the Enemy to steal their joy and witness. Are you one?

    Sermon Brief Date Written: March 4, 2010 Date Preached: March 7, 2010 Where Preached: Oak Park (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: The Great Adventure – Rediscovering the Adventure Sermon Title: Are You Spiritually Insecure? Part 5 of 6 Sermon Text: Luke 22:54-62; John ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Hindrance That Is Spiritual Immaturity

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 9, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,331 views

    The writer to the Hebrews was frustrated by his audience’s spiritual immaturity. Spiritual truth is hindered/frustrated by spiritual immaturity. But how? 4 hindrances produced/created by spiritual immaturity. Spiritual Immaturity is a Hindrance to..

    The HINDRANCE That Is SPIRITUAL IMMATURITY—Hebrews 5:11-14 Attention: Before You Buy, Know Your Appliances A blonde went to the appliance store sale and found a bargain. "I would like to buy this TV," she told the salesman. "Sorry, we don’t sell to blondes," he replied. She hurried home and dyed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Having A Spiritual Mind Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 27, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,154 views

    In this sermon, we explore the truth that for change to take place in our lives, we must think for a change. We have to change how we think, before we can change how we live.

    Introduction: A. As you know, we are in a series that I am calling Extreme Makeover – God Edition, and we are addressing the question: is real, profound life-change is possible? 1. Can we stop being the way we have always been, and become people of more noble character? 2. Can we be freed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Byron Harvey avatar

    The Folly Of Mere Spirituality Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jan 8, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,214 views

    This continues in my expository series through the book of Acts.

    Say the word “spiritual” today, and really, you’ve said nothing. There are all sorts of “spiritualities” out there in the marketplace. Google the word “spirituality”, and here’s outcome: • Spirituality.com, from the Christian Science society • Jewish kabbalah inspirational ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Scott Maze avatar

    The Habits Of Spiritual Growth Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021
     | 6,393 views

    Time-lapse photography will allow you to see physical growth over a span of years. But there are no photographs that can show you your spiritual growth.

    For the next few minutes and the next few Sundays, I want to speak to you about forming some great spiritual habits. Today’s Scripture Passage “May grace and peace be multiplied to you in the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. 3 His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Leaders' Family Life - (Part 6 Of 7) Series

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,076 views

    Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime.

    Churches suffer when this category is ignored or downplayed. Paul listed three very specific requirements concerning a leader’s family life. We ignore them at our own peril. 1. Husband of one wife 1 Timothy 3:2 Unfortunately this qualification has been so wrapped up in controversy that we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Owens avatar

    Real Spiritual Identity Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 10, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,229 views

    As we move into Chapter 6, Paul gives concrete examples of what it means to live as a Christian who is guided by the Spirit.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who was looking for a job and noticed that there was a “help wanted” sign at the zoo. 1. He inquired about the job and discovered that the zoo had a very unusual position that they needed to fill. 2. Apparently, their gorilla had died, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Consequences Of Spiritual Apathy Series

    Contributed by Robert Robb on Feb 7, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 12,547 views

    Identifying the consequences of Spiritual apathy among God’s People

    Limavady Reformed Presbyterian Church Northern Ireland Studies in the Book of Haggai Study 3 The Consequences of Spiritual Apathy Introduction Over the past two weeks we have been considering the teaching of the opening section of the book of Haggai. Although classed as one of the minor ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed