Sermons on Gift Of Spiritual Sight:

The True Gift Of Christmas

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Dec 8, 2022

Christmas is the celebration of a Child. Christ coming to Earth was not to establish the economic madness we call Christmas. It was to crush the head of that old serpent, Satan. It was to break the chains that enslave you. It was the fulfillment of the promise God made in the book of Genesis.

Isaiah 9:6-7, "For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His Name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end, upon the throne ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gift Of The Magi - Myrrh

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Dec 9, 2022

Who exactly knows if the Magi had any particular reason why they chose the gifts they did. This sermon explores the possible symbolism of the aromatic gift of myrrh.

The Gifts of the Magi - Myrrh We’re looking at the three gifts of the Magi as recorded by Matthew. Last week we explored how frankincense could represent the high priesthood of Christ – a high priesthood that is greater than the OT priesthood by virtue of Jesus’ holiness and the sufficiency of his ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gifts Of Christmas: Love Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 14, 2022

This Christmas celebrate with us as we unwrap the gifts of Christmas. Each week we'll unwrap something special: hope, love, joy and peace.

The Gifts of Christmas: Love Scott Bayles, adapted from Outreach Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/11/2016 What would Christmas be without the songs and carols? Even if you wanted to, there is no possible way for you to escape hearing Christmas carols over the next few weeks. In church, while ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, 1 John 4:8

Denomination: Christian Church

The Gifts Of Christmas: Joy Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 14, 2022

This Christmas celebrate with us as we unwrap the gifts of Christmas. Each week we'll unwrap something special: hope, love, joy and peace.

The Gifts of Christmas: Joy Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/18/2016 If you have been able to join us the past two weeks, you know that we began a journey through the season of Advent by unwrapping the gifts of Christmas. We began with the gift of hope—hope for yesterday, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-18

Denomination: Christian Church

The Gifts Of Christmas: Peace Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 14, 2022

This Christmas celebrate with us as we unwrap the gifts of Christmas. Each week we'll unwrap something special: hope, love, joy and peace.

The Gifts of Christmas: Peace Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/25/2016 Good morning everyone, welcome to the Grove and Merry Christmas. I’d like to thank each of you for spending Christmas morning with us here at the Grove. We often talk about the importance of keeping ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Christian Church

The Greatest Christmas Gift

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Dec 21, 2022

God gave us the best gift we could ever receive, the most beautiful and holy of gifts. Whether or not His birth is on December 25, it is the celebration of the most important gift we have ever received.

TITLE: THE GREATEST CHRISTMAS GIFT SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 1:18-23 This time of year is profoundly fraught with multi-layered meanings – • Family traditions • Economic success for merchants • The winter solstice • The pause between the end of the lunar year and the longer solar year • Our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

Three Gifts Of Epiphany Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jan 5, 2023

Using the gifts of the Wise Men (Gold, Frankincense, Myrhh), we can see the message that Jesus is the King of Kings, the Great High Priest, and our propitiation, the sufficient atoning Sacrifice for our sins.

EPIPHANY, THE TWELFTH DAY AFTER CHRISTMAS, IS WHEN THE CHURCH MARKS THE CONCLUSION OF THE CHRISTMAS SEASON. OUR FOCUS IS ON THE WISE MEN AND THE SIGNIFICANCE BEHIND THEIR GIFTS PRESENTED TO THE CHRIST CHILD. "EPIPHANY" MEANS "TO SHOW, TO REVEAL" OR“MANISFESTATION.” THE STORY ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:7-11, Isaiah 60:3, Psalm 72:15, Isaiah 61:6, Isaiah 60:6, Psalm 96:4, 1 Corinthians 15:21-22, Romans 12:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Greatest Option Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jul 9, 2009

If we are to exercise our spiritual gifts and Holy Spirit empowerment to the glory of Christ and the fullness of His purposes, they must be exercised in divine love.

SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today III. MAINTAINING PROPER DIET & EXERCISE D.) ROLES & EQUIPMENT (Offices & Gifts) “THE GREATEST OPTION” (1 Cor. 13:1-13) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, July 5, 2009 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Happy Are The Spiritual Beggars Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jan 21, 2011

Today we enter a famous section of the Bible commonly known as Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. This particular beginning section is known as the “beatitudes” from the Latin word for “blessed”. I think it also means beautiful attitudes.

Today we enter a famous section of the Bible commonly known as Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. This particular beginning section is known as the “beatitudes” from the Latin word for “blessed”. I think it also means beautiful attitudes. And I am quite certain this may be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3

The Test Of Spiritual Maturity

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on Jan 31, 2004

John’s epistle has reminded us to exercise love (1 John 2:7–11)—the right kind of love. Now it warns us that there is a wrong kind of love, a love that God hates. This is love for what the Bible calls “the world.”

The Test of Spiritual Maturity Scripture Reference: 1 John 2:12 – 17 Introduction A group of first-graders had just completed a tour of a hospital, and the nurse who had directed them was asking for questions. Immediately a hand went up. “How come the people who work here are always washing their ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tongues Pt. 3 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 19, 2013

The spiritual gift of a private prayer language is the elephant in the room. Since the Pentecostal awakening at Azusa Street in Los Angeles, the rebirth of Pentecostalism in the church, and the return of tongues, people have reacted with heated arguments

Prayer Language & Scripture A The spiritual gift of a private prayer language is the elephant in the room. 1 Since the Pentecostal awakening at Azusa Street in Los Angeles, the rebirth of Pentecostalism in the church, and the return of tongues, people have reacted with heated arguments and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Invisible Spiritual World

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 9, 2012

We live in a physical world, but there is a spiritual world all around us that we do not see. But here is a fascinating look into that world.

Passage: Daniel 10:1-11:1 Intro: When I was in high school, a movie called “The Exorcist” was released. PP Movie Poster of “The Exorcist” 1. story of a young girl possessed, a priest who comes to exorcise demon. 2. took the nation by storm, everybody talking ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How God Evaluates Worship

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Mar 28, 2021

This sermon compares and contrasts man's view of Sunday worship to God's view of Sunday worship.

SERMON OUTLINE 1. OPENING ILLUSTRATION – Blended Families 2. THE CHURCH IS A BLENDED FAMILY - Jesus desired that the church be a blended family (ONE) - But it can lead to challenges in worship setting - As they all bring expectations of worship (music, communion, Bible version, etc.) 3. HOW ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20, Luke 18:9-14, 1 Peter 4:10-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Spiritual Blessings In Christ

Contributed by Stephen Boldin on Jan 17, 2007

This is a study in Ephesians 1:3-14 and talks about the Spiritual blessings we have in Christ Jesus.

SPIRITUAL BLESSING IN CHRIST Ephesians 1:3-14 A. The Work of the Triune God on behalf of the believer. 1. The work of God the Father (vv 3-6) As an opera has an overture which sets the tone for all the melodies that follow, so Ephesians 1:3-14 sets the tone for the rest of Ephesians. Praise be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Baptist

Physical & Spiritual Perception Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 23, 2015

How’s your eyesight? When you look at Jesus what do you see? A prophet, a teacher, or a miracle worker? If you see more than that, that he’s God’s anointed ruler, then are you taking up your cross every day and following him, submitting to his rule?

Sermon by Rev George Hemmings Last week I had an experience I’m not keen to repeat anytime soon. I had to go into VicRoads. After forty-five minutes I was still waiting for my number to be called. I don’t know how you pass the time in situations like that, but I found myself trying ...read more

Denomination: Anglican