Sermons on Honoring Spiritual Leaders:

Spiritual Tycoons (Ephesians, Chapter 2) Series

Contributed by David Richardson on Nov 10, 2005

In these verses, Paul is trying to explain to the Ephesians, and to us, the riches that we have in Christ Jesus and how it all came about.

Series Title: The Heavenly Reserve Bank of God (Ephesians) Message Title: Spiritual Tycoons (Ephesians, Chapter 2) Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-10 4 But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, 5 made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions--it is by grace ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-10

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Part 1 - What Are Spiritual Gifts? Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Mar 31, 2005

Part 1 of the SPiritual Gifts Series, What are Spiritual Gifts? We will examine what they are, where they come from and what purpose do they serve.

Spiritual Gifts Series Part 1 – “What are Spiritual Gifts? Rev. Bruce A. Shields – First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org I would like to welcome you to the First Baptist Church of Tawas City, we are very glad you are here today. If you are visiting, please fill out a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7

Denomination: Bible Church

Seven Ways To Lose A (Spiritual) Fight

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 22, 2005

What exactly is Paul getting at with each of these things that God has given us? This message tries to dig out the importance of each.

- This passage is often preached, yet I never felt like I understood what exactly Paul was getting at with each piece that’s mentioned. What are the specific needs? What are the specific dangers? What specifically has God given us? - In preparing, I tried to dig deeper. For instance: “having ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Killing The Flesh - The Spiritual Jounrey Of Jacob Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 20, 2005

Jacob begins a relationship with God after the Lord strips away everything he has. It is a process God brings each of us through.

Verses 1 - 5 So you’re Jacob. You’ve just wrangled the biggest deal of your life - by cheating your brother first of the birthright then of the patriarchal blessing. But far from celebrating, Jacob now has a death threat against his life and is going to be sent away on a journey hundreds of ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Spiritual Characteristics Of The Last Day's Church

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Jul 19, 2001

BASED ON 1 PETER 4:7-16, WHAT CHARACTERISTICS SHOULD MARK THE CHURCH IN THE LAST DAYS?

SPIRITUAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE LAST DAYS CHURCH 1 PETER 4:7-16 & REVELATION 3:7-22 I. LIVING IN THE LAST DAYS A. Spiritually speaking many people have no perception of the time we are in 1-as a kid I thought my parents had been around forever, I couldn’t comprehend them being kids 2-when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-16, Revelation 3:7-22

Denomination: Church Of God

Spiritual Warfare-Stand Your Ground

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 15, 2002

In the battle against spiritual enemies, we have to make sure that we are prepared for battle.

Nov. 5, 2000 Ephesians 6:10-13 “Spiritual warfare – stand your ground!” 1. Remember where your strength comes from. (vs. 10)  In the unchanging, unending power of the Lord - “be strong in the Lord” One of the teachers at my wife’s school died on Friday. Her husband, Mr. Packard ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Spiritual Life (Love) Part 4 Series

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Jan 17, 2002

Jesus Christ is the truth and God is Love, therefor love is the truth and tells the truth.

Joe Bedy Central Christian Church St. Petersburg, Fl 33711 January 16 2002 May I start tonight by giving you a logical conclusion about love, which stems from last week’s discussion on truth. We have concluded from the scriptures that Christ is the way, the truth, the life and the light. Based ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Insights From "American Idol"

Contributed by John Mayes on Mar 11, 2006

What does "American Idol" have in common with the day of Judgment and Matthew 7:21? Both are "reality based"!

Spiritual Insights from "American Idol" The show, "American Idol" is in it’s fifth season on FOX and is watched by millions of people worldwide. Every year thousands of hopeful contestants between the ages of 16 and 29 audition for the chance to become the next "American Idol". Immediate fame ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Real-Life Discipleship: Spiritually Dead Series

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Feb 27, 2011

The second sermon in a series based on New Testament teachings and the book Real-Life Discipleship by Jim Putnam

The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. St. Andrew’s Church February 27, 2011 Romans 5: 12-19 Real-Life Discipleship: Spiritually Dead Perseveration is a brain dysfunction that causes people to get stuck in a particular pattern of behavior. Perseveration is what led a legendary German flying ace to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-19

Denomination: Lutheran

"Our Spiritual Warfare” - Part One Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 15, 2011

Paul tells us that we do not wrestle with flesh and blood, but with spiritual wickedness. We are involved in a spiritual warfare.

Paul says our conflict is not with flesh and blood, but with powers of darkness (v. 12). (Read Text) 1. Our source of strength in waging this warfare - v. 10 Too many Christians today have enough faith to make them “decent” but not enough to make them “dynamic.” The reason is that we depend ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

The 3 "R's" Of Our Spiritual Life

Contributed by Judith Hand on Mar 12, 2010

We REMEMBER Calvary and don't RECOGNIZE ourselves or others after Christ comes into our lives and we become RECONCILED to God.

The 3 “R”’s of our Spiritual Life Scripture: Joshua 5:9-12 II Corinthians 5:16-21 Luke 15:1-3, and 11-32 In the passage in Joshua, why does God make it a point to specifically mention where the Israelites camped? Gilgal is located in the same region where Abram ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:9-12

Denomination: Methodist

Seven Significant Signs Of Spiritual Growth

Contributed by Billy Ricks on May 23, 2010

Have you ever been told to grow in grace and knowledge of God but not given practical steps to do so? Seven signs or steps to spiritual growth

Intro: From Jeff Hana; the TOP TEN WAYS TO TELL IF A CHURCH IS SPIRIT-FILLED 10) You have to assign numbers to people who want to share their testimony in worship 9) As the pastor closes the sermon, the chant of “We want more! We want more!” erupts. 8) The ushers have to empty the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Hard Work: Spiritual Growth Is Not An Accident

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jul 8, 2009

Paul challenges Timothy to focus like a soldier, train like an athlete, and work like a farmer.

HARD WORK: Spiritual Growth is Not an Accident July 5, 2009 In a time of economic crisis, many people today would love some hard work! We also need to work hard spiritually. Ministry and spiritual discipline is often hard work. 2 Timothy 2:1-10 Our salvation is based on grace, not works, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Index Of Leading Spiritual Complacency Indicators Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 11, 2010

Zephaniah show us that we can avoid complacency by gathering together, seeking Jesus and obeying His commands.

Each month the Conference Board computes what is known as the Index of Leading Economic Indicators. This index is computed based on economic data and is supposed to be a predictor of the future direction of our economy here in the United States. That index is used by government officials, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Myself A Spiritual Check-Up

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Oct 22, 2010

There are going to be times when you question God’s call on your life. It is during these times in which you need a spiritual check-up.

Giving Myself a Spiritual Check-Up Jeremiah 12:1-17 When we pick up Jeremiah, we see that he starts with similar “complaints” against God. The prophets in the Old Testament would complain in their prayers to God. Their main question is: Why do you let the evil continue when I am having such a hard ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 12:1-17

Denomination: Baptist