Sermons on Inner Wisdom:

Discerning God's Voice Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006

Your very presence here today is an indication that you have heard, or are hearing his voice. But developing that companionship often remains a challenge; learning to listen to God is not always as simple as we’d like?

The man who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. The watchman opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to his voice. He calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. When he has brought out all his own, he goes on ahead of them, and his sheep follow him because they know his ...read more

Scripture: John 10:2-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Cpr For A Healthy Walk Part 5 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 30, 2018

Message 5 in our exploration of the basic elements of a healthy walk. This message focus on the neccesity to access His power in order to cultivate our relationship with Him.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “CPR for a Healthy Walk Part 5 Live in the Power or the Holy Spirit REVIEW I. Cleave to and continually cultivate Relationship with Christ A. Humbly Connect to Christ B. Gratefully consecrate (present) your members to His service. C. Continually ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Treasure Hunting

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jun 19, 2018

Lessons about God's word being a treasure

“Treasure Hunting” Proverbs 2 Intro: The Bible is an amazing book. We so often treat it as a textbook, merely teaching academic truth--when what it really is is a children's "pop-up" book, showing us glimpses into the very heart and soul of those we find mentioned there. The Psalms were not ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hidden Depths Of God Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 21, 2008

Christians have the Holy Spirit, which should cause them to have the mind of Christ, which should lead to humility and unity, rather than pride and division.

Introduction: A. Kids do say the darndest things! Listen to a few conversations between teachers and their students. 1. You be the judge if its wisecracks or wisdom. 2. TEACHER: How old were you on your last birthday? STUDENT: Seven. a. TEACHER: How old will you be on your next birthday? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul's Prayer For His Converts Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 9, 2009

Paul reminds his converts that the mystery of God, that we’re to show God’s glory through our unity under Christ has been revealed in the gospel, then prays that the power of God might be given to the church so they can achieve that end.

Have you noticed how the more you want something the more likely you are to pray for it? And to pray for it consistently. That means if you want to know what someone is really passionate about see what they pray for regularly. Well Paul is about to let us in on the great desire of his heart. He’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-21

Denomination: Anglican

To Really Gaze.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 20, 2023

To Gaze, is to look at something or someone for a long time, especially in surprise or admiration. When is the last time you have gazed? Gazed at the lasting-results of Jesus?

To Really Gaze. Colossians 3:14-17NIV To Gaze, is to look at something or someone for a long time, especially in surprise or admiration. When is the last time you have gazed? Gazed at the lasting-results of Jesus? Gazed into God’s words? Gazed into the peace of Christ? Gazed into redemption? ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:14-17, 2 Thessalonians 3:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Desire Truth

Contributed by Joel Hoyer on Nov 8, 2018

6th in a Lenten Series on Psalm 51

Psalm 51:6 3/4/18 (Create in Me a Clean Heart #6) YOU DESIRE TRUTH An amateur genealogical researcher discovered that his great-great uncle, Remus Starr, a fellow lacking in character, was hanged for horse stealing and train robbery in Montana in 1889. The only known photograph of Remus shows ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:6

Denomination: Lutheran

Spiritual Sensitivity And Discernment Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 22, 2025

Spiritual sensitivity and discernment are vital for victorious Christian living. We are in a time when the voices around us are many, but only one voice leads to life—the voice of the Spirit.

SPIRITUAL SENSITIVITY AND DISCERNMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 John 4:1 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 5:14, Acts 16:16-18, 1 Kings 3:9-12, Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 24:24 INTRODUCTION: In a world full of spiritual noise and increasing deception, believers must develop spiritual sensitivity ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1, Hebrews 5:14, Acts 16:16-18, 1 Kings 3:9-12, Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 24:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Lie Of Legalism Series

Contributed by Rickey Bennett on Aug 18, 2009

God’s grace will free us from legalism so that we can freely follow Christ to the glory of God.

INTRODUCTION Please turn in your Bibles to Colossians chapter 2. We’ll read verses 16-23 this morning as we continue in the letter to the Colossians. READ COLOSSIANS 2:16-23 / PRAY At the beginning of this chapter, Paul said that he had a great struggle for the Colossian believers (and for us). ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:16-23

Denomination: *other

Valued Words Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 8, 2012

It takes a change of heart as well as a change of mind that we might speak righteously. Yet the difficult task of refining our speaking process is worth the effort, for the righteous use valued words that bring blessings

THE WORDS OF THE RIGHTEOUS VALUED WORDS PROVERBS 10: 31-32 Words spring from the heart and are then formed by the mind. If the heart is pure, righteous speech should flow out of it. If the heart is wicked it also flows from the mouth. Yet even if the heart is pure it is not a given that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

'extreme Makeover

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jun 26, 2003

In today’s world, there is an inordinate emphasis on physical appearance to the neglect of a far more important need, that of inward or spiritual beauty.

"EXTREME MAKEOVER" "Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you cleanse the outside of the cup and dish, but inside they are full of extortion and self-indulgence. Blind Pharisee; first cleanse the inside of the cup and dish, that the outside of them may be clean also. Woe to you, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-28

Denomination: Baptist

Jerusalem- Solomon's Temple Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 30, 2023

This is the 6th Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Jerusalem".

Series: Biblical Cities- Jerusalem [#6] JERUSALEM- SOLOMON’S TEMPLE Matthew 23:37 Introduction: We are continuing in our Series about some of the most mentioned Cities in the Bible. Tonight, we are going to study the city that is 1st on the list- Jerusalem. Jerusalem is mentioned 811 times in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37, 1 Kings 6:1-38, 1 Kings 7:13-51

Denomination: Baptist

Praying For Power Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 3, 2006

Paul prays for power, not for specific situations but for the power to know the enormity of the love of God.

I wonder if you remember that time in the 80s when there were a string of books published with the idea of power in the title. Here are some examples: Power Evangelism, Power Preaching, How to Release God’s Healing Power Through Prayer, Hidden Power of Speaking in Tongues, Confronting Powerless ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Anglican

Zophar, A Foe Or Friend?

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 16, 2009

How can you have a right relationship with God?

Zophar, a Foe or Friend? Job 11 FCF: How can I have a right relationship with God? PROPOSITION: Because Christ is the Christian’s mediator, you can enjoy sweet fellowship with God. I. Acknowledge your sin! 11:1-4 Job is confronted with his alleged sin. A. Is Job’s character ...read more

Scripture: Job 11:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Bankrupt Before God

Contributed by Bobby O on Nov 30, 2000

Jesus’ Principles for living

"Bankrupt Before God" Matthew 5:1-3 Introduction : 1.Jesus instructed them in view of "entrance" into the coming kingdom (4:17). a) Natural questions on the heart of every Jew would have been, "Am I eligible to enter Messiah’s kingdom?" "Am I righteous enough to qualify for entrance?" 2.The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3

Denomination: Baptist