Sermons on increase in spiritual life: showing 331-345 of 200,633

Dealing With Despair

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jun 7, 2014

Looking at the proper response to despair.

Dealing With Despair II Kings 4:1-7 During the Thirty Years' War in the 17th century, German pastor Paul Gerhardt and his family were forced to flee from their home.One night as they stayed in a small village inn, homeless and afraid, his wife broke down and cried openly in despair. To comfort ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Wisdom For Believers Series

Contributed by James Dunn on Jun 26, 2007

This is message 2 of a 13 part series of messages taken from the Book of Ephesians describing "The Power of a Blessed Life."

Spiritual Wisdom for Believers Ephesians 1:15-23 I. How To Know God Better A. Ask God for Wisdom “…the Spirit of wisdom…” B. Ask God for Revelation “…and revelation…” C. Ask God to Open Your Heart. “…the eyes of your heart may be enlightened …” II. Results of Seeing in the Spirit A. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritually Working Out

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jan 19, 2011

Salvation isn’t just a one moment event but a life-long journey of being transformed into Christ’s likeness.

Spiritually Working Out Phil 2:12-13 January 16, 2011 Intro: I don’t know about you, but it has seemed a little difficult to re-engage this January. Joanne and Thomas and I enjoyed our vacation, though we didn’t enjoy arriving back in Edmonton last Saturday in the middle of the biggest snow ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

He Will Bless The Work Of Your Hands

Contributed by Bola Folakemi Praise on Apr 6, 2020

God’s plan for us His children is for us to live in abundance. God wants us to bless us to be blessed to the point of being a blessing to people around us.

“12 The Lord will open the heavens, the storehouse of his bounty, to send rain on your land in season and to bless all the work of your hands. You will lend to many nations but will borrow from none.” God’s plan for us His children is for us to live in abundance. God wants us to bless us to be ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:12, Proverbs 14:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Am The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 2, 2022

When we focus only upon temporal physical and superficial longings – represented by physical bread – we neglect our eternal deep spiritual needs, represented by spiritual bread, the Lord Jesus Christ Himself.

I Am the Bread of Life (John 6:35-51) 1. Most writers know not to use mixed metaphors. Here are some examples: 1. She was a couch potato in the gravy boat of life, flopping dejectedly on the sofa. 2. All at once he was alone in this noisy hive with no place to roost. 3. The little boat gently ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35-51

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Do The Heathen Rage?

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 7, 2008

The Heathen rage in rebellion to the Lord Jesus

PS. 2:1-10 Why Do the Heathen Rage? 3-1-08 Today I want to talk for a little while about all this terrorists madness that we see on every hand. Its not just here in our country, but there’s an every growing pattern of terrorist bombings and killings around the world. And according to Gods ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Baptized Life Series

Contributed by Chad Garrison on Mar 30, 2009

God has called us to be constantly fanning the spiritual flames inside us, and it is up to us to train ourselves to make the Spiritual Disciplines part of our routine, or lifestyle.

Spiritual Disciplines Living the Baptized Life Last week we examined the Spiritual Discipline of Celebrating the Lord’s Table. One of the ways we discovered we do this was by making Communion a “Memorial”; a way of remembering what Jesus has done for us. Today I want to continue on the idea of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-15

Denomination: Foursquare

Don't Forsake The Fountain Of Life For A Muddy Puddle

Contributed by Mark Witherden on Feb 14, 2011

Be careful that we do not forsake the pure source of life (Jesus)for something strange. There's a world pf difference between the fountain of life and a muddy puddle.

Two weeks ago we had a sermon fromm Jeremiah 18 about the Potters house. I want to follow on from there with the next part of the passage. We read that God is the potter and that He has the authority to do whatsoever he wishes with his creation. If he is unhappy with what is forming then he will ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Blessed Is The Man That Endureth Temptation: Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

It is trials and tribulation in a Christian’s life that refines our trust in God and increases our dependence upon the Lord.

Tom Lowe 1/24/2021 Text: James 1:12 (KJV) Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the Crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. INTRODUCTION It is trials and tribulation in a Christian’s life that refines our trust in God and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

What Christmas Is All About--From An Authority Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 26, 2018

Though not one of the traditional Christmas stories we refer to when we consider Christmas, the prologue of John's Gospel perhaps offers the most complete explanation found anywhere about what Christmas is really about--the God-man came to earth to rescue us from this present darkness.

Christmas: What It's All About—From an Authority John 1:1-14 Christmas Eve, 2018 I know most of you this evening came expecting to hear another repetition of the Christmas story, focusing on the angels visit to Joseph or Mary, the virgin birth in Bethlehem, or even the Magi's visit. And ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14, John 1:18, John 3:3, John 3:16

Denomination: Bible Church

Happy New Year - A Year For Spiritual Growth

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 22, 2021

Some people think God’s grace should cause you to relax your morals. Instead, the Bible says we should increase our effort … we should turn up our intensity because of God’s grace.

In just a few weeks the calendar will turn to 2020 – can you believe that? Can you believe we are about to see 2020? Our nation will elect or reelect a president next year. 2019 has been a big year for the stock market and for technology. Already the news channels are telling us about famous people ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:2-11

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Bledar Valca on Mar 27, 2007

Results of Spiritual Growth

SPIRITUAL GROWTH Acts 12:24; 19:20 God created the first humans and He gave to them the command “Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air and over every living creature that moves on the ground.” Genesis 1:28. Growth ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Disaster Of Spiritual Discouragement

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jun 19, 2004

Just as an intoxicated person will exhibit certain characteristics, even so, those who are spiritually discouraged will exhibit some disturbing responses to life.

THE DISASTER OF SPIRITUAL DISCOURAGEMENT Text: Num.13: 21-25; Deut.1: 24-28 Intro: Discouragement is certainly no stranger to any of us. It is a malady that plagues everyone at some time or the other. As a matter of fact, one might even say that occasional discouragement is a natural part ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:21-25, Deuteronomy 1:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Spiritually Insecure? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 7, 2010

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

Scripture: Luke 22:54-62

Denomination: Baptist

The Mirror Of Life

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 17, 2020

What is God saying to you today? Are you listening? We need a spiritual mirror to see life in the light of eternity. Do we often refuse to see where we really are? We often have a distorted vision of spiritual reality.

THE MIRROR OF LIFE… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Mirror: reflects images, to see self in a clear, accurate way, gives true representation… WE NEED THE HOLY SPIRIT TO HONESTLY SEE OURSELVES IN THE LIGHT OF ETERNITY… OUR SPIRITUAL MIRROR! LISTEN? LISTENING IS A LOST ART? WHAT DO ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:12, Proverbs 29:18, Matthew 10:29

Denomination: Assembly Of God