Sermons on Disciplines General:

The Practice Of Celebration Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Dec 4, 2007

In this last of the practices we find that the final product of the spiritual disciplines is joy in the Lord and we need to express joy in celebration.

We’ve finally come to the end of our series focusing on the practices God has given us to grow spiritually. We’ve looked at the practices of prayer, reading and reflecting upon God’s Word, following the guidance of the Holy Spirit, living simply and giving generously, serving others, confession, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11

Denomination: Methodist

Table Fellowship With Christ

Contributed by Michael Durst on Dec 6, 2007

Why does Jesus want to come in and dine with us as it says in the book of Revelations. Three purposes accomplished through spending time together with Christ.

I love spoons. Not only do they help mix your chocolate milk, but they are essential in one of my favorite games, which just happens to share their name. Spoons, if you are not familiar with the game, don’t worry, you will learn about it this morning. I decided it would be better to make a short ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:20

Denomination: Holiness

All Or Nothing

Contributed by Michael Brothen on Jun 3, 2007

Getting the blessings by obeying the Master!

All Or Nothing 2 Chron. 7:14 & 17-22 One of the most noticeable verses since the attack on our country since 9/11. *Let me ask you…Where were you and what were you doing when it happened? (discuss) (Talk about my 9/11 experience on the day it happened) *The marquees up & down State St. ”God Bless ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

How To Build Your Spirituality

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Dec 23, 2005

How to be more spiritual.

1. Give something away regularly. (Acts 20:35) Jesus said, "It is more blessed to give than to receive." No one practiced this precept more than Jesus. You may give something material or you may give someone a compliment, a "thank you", a card, a phone call; but when you give, Jesus said you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:35

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Your Giants

Contributed by Richard White on May 19, 2007

Idea is from Max Lucado’s book of the same title. This series helps us face those who try to stop us in our walk with God.

Facing Your Giants 1 Samuel 17:40-51 A slender, young, beardless boy knelt beside the brook. He was picking his weapon to face his giant. He could have spent the time staring at his reflection, probably tanned skin from those days in the field with his fathers’ flocks. Hair bleached by the sun, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Five Steps To Becoming An Eye Catcher

Contributed by Gregg Barbour on Aug 23, 2007

Learn what it takes to be one that others want to emulate!

Five steps to becoming an eye catcher gregg barbour. DASH. 12/12/03 What is an eye catcher? An Eye Catcher is someone who turns heads and makes a difference wherever they are and wherever they go. This lesson could be a series of five devotions all bundled together evolving to create the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:27-28

Denomination: *other

Has Your Light Gone Out

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 14, 2005

Are you where you need to be or are you slipping away?

HAS YOUR LIGHT GONE OUT Sunday AM 12\05\1999 Matthew 25:1-13 “Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom.2 “Now five of them were wise, and five were foolish.3 “Those who were foolish took their lamps and took no oil with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Church Of God

When You Feel You Are Missing The Fullness Of Joy

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 16, 2005

The Causes and Cure of Spiritual Weariness

WHEN YOU FEEL YOU ARE MISSING THE FULLNESS OF JOY Part one The Causes and Cure of Spiritual Weariness - Pastor Ed Pruitt Sunday July 30, 2000 Freedom To Obey God! Romans 6:15-23 15 So since God’s grace has set us free from the law, does this mean we can go on sinning? Of course not! Paul now ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:15-23

Denomination: Church Of God

Spiritual Inventory

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 16, 2005

Have you done a Spiritual Inventory of your life lately?

Spiritual Inventory Sunday October 15, 2000 Luke 12:13-40 13 Then someone called from the crowd, “Teacher, please tell my brother to divide our father’s estate with me.” 14 Jesus replied, “Friend, who made me a judge over you to decide such things as that?” Our Lord absolutely refused to sit in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-40

Denomination: Church Of God

Setbacks Or Springboards?

Contributed by David Aswat on Aug 1, 2005

To show that your sufferings are not merely Setbacks, but Springboards to knowing God.

I. INTRODUCTION PROP.: Our Sufferings are not merely Setbacks, they are Springboards to knowing God T/SENT.: By looking at Four[4] reasons why we SUFFER, we will see that our suffering is not merely Setbacks, but Springboards to Knowing God II.IT LEADS TO REDEMPTION [Job 42:7-9] - ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Five Spirits That Limit God

Contributed by Et Tapper on Aug 10, 2005

These are five spirits that limit God’s work in the believers life and the church.

5 SPIRITS THAT LIMIT GOD INTRODUCTION: PS 78:41 I COR 10:6-13 THESE ARE THE 7 SPIRITS THAT LIMIT CHRIST JAMES 3:13-15 DEMONS DON’T JUMP ON YOU FROM ONE DAY TO THE NEXT. – LIKE FLEAS THE PROCESS OF THE DEVIL’S INFLUENCE ON YOU IS BY INVITATION. THE DEVIL DIDN’T MAKE YOU DO ANYTHING – YOU ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:6-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Backsliding

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 1, 2005

Gradually backsliding is gradually dying,which can be avoided.

BACKSLIDING Luke 9:62 62 And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God. 2 Peter 2:20-22 20 For if after they have escaped the pollutions of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:62

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Let's Get Back To Our Senses

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 1, 2005

When was the last time that you sensed God’s presence in your life?

LET’S GET BACK TO OUR SENSES Gen 28:16 16 And Jacob awaked out of his sleep, and he said, Surely the LORD is in this place ; and I knew it not. My heart is burdened this morning. I feel that we have allowed complacency to creep in. Maybe not on purpose, but maybe by carelessness. (too busy, too ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Embrace God Intimately Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Sep 22, 2005

In the acronym of GRACE the "E" stands for Embrace God Intimately. Trials will come in each life and it can be considered a time of refining. We must choose the steps to righteous living; repentance, studying scripture and prayer to help us when trial do

THE LIFE OF G.R.A.C.E. “Embrace God Intimately” September 25, 2005 Intro: We have been looking at the Shepherd’s Covenant over the last few weeks and the different aspects that it entails in helping us to live a life of grace. The Shepherd’s Covenant was developed by Focus on the Family to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-18

Denomination: Baptist

Armour Of God

Contributed by Mike Hallows on Oct 18, 2005

What is the armour of God and how do I put it on? This is part one of a two part sermon.

Hands up if you believe saving souls is a vital part of the work of the Church. "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations" (Matt 28:18-19). Do you know that the very moment we affirm this, someone reels on his phony temporary ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ