Sermons on Lack Of Spirituality:

Spiritual Rescues

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 26, 2008

When Jesus stopped at the Well in Samaria he was performing a spiritual rescue and demonstrating guidelines for us to do the same

She was rescued twice. Two times, two complete strangers made a decision to rescue her, within two days of each other. Not bad, huh? Her name was Kelly Moore which means absolutely nothing to you. You don’t know Kelly Moore but most of you know some of the circumstances about the day that she ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Spiritual Authority

Contributed by Robert Cox on Oct 28, 2008

What is Spiritual authority and who can have it?

I think we all agree that ours is a spiritual battle...EPH 6:12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Where are these "spiritual hosts ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Frustrated Messiah Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 29, 2011

Jesus has given us all we need to meet people's needs and wants us to step out in faith and meet those needs.

A Frustrated Messiah Text: Matt. 17:14-20 Introduction 1. Illustration: Our dog Copper has issues! First of all, he is part Basset Hound and part Terrier. If you combine a Labrador and a Poodle they are called a "Labradoodle." That would make Copper a "Barrier," and the barrier is between his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-20

Denomination: Methodist

Dealing With Doubt Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Apr 25, 2023

Only the gospel can make sense of the human heart, only Jesus can meet humanity’s deepest needs, only life in Jesus can provide unrivaled hope and joy.

Last week, we spoke about how Jesus appeared to His disciples after the resurrection, when they were gathered behind locked doors. In the midst of their fear and anxiety, Jesus told the disciples not to be afraid, revealing himself to them and assuring them that He is alive and well. However, not ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Doesn't God Talk Audibly To Me? Lesson 3

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

Listening for God

Psalm 103:1-13; Psalm 103:22 AN ORATORIO OF STEADFAST LOVE The book of Psalms begins with the consideration of the truly blessed man (Psalm 1:1), and ends with a crescendo of praise in which all that breathes is exhorted to praise the LORD (Psalm 150:6). En route there are highs and lows, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Just One Thing

Contributed by Craig Benner on Aug 6, 2011

When someone makes reference to "one thing", you take special notice because you realize that a priority is being mentioned. Let us pay attention to the priorities of God.

ONE THING When you start a new job, and the boss tells all the rules; you listen. When he says that there is one thing that needs to be done above everything else; you make a very special mental note, knowing that thing is a top priority. When it gets close to Christmas and the kids begin to tell ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Daniel’s Path To The Top

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Sep 23, 2025

Working in the corporate world for more than 18 years, I know well the everyday struggles we face. We’ve seen how people try to climb the ladder of power or position. Some butter up their bosses. Others work the room - networking, playing politics, bending the rules - anything to get ahead.

Introduction: Working in the corporate world for more than 18 years, I know well the everyday struggles we face - the deadlines that never seem to end, the constant pressure to perform, the politics that sometimes get in the way of doing the right thing. We’ve seen how people try to climb the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:48, Daniel 1:9, Daniel 1:17, Daniel 1:5, Daniel 1:19-20, Colossians 3:23, Daniel 6:3, Daniel 6:10  (view more)  (view less)

Spiritual One-A-Days

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

Taking time to remember what is important

2 Peter 1 - 4/22/12 Turn with me this morning in the end of your bibles to the book of 2 Peter. We want to take the next three or four weeks to look together at the book of 2 Peter. Today, I want you to answer two questions about yourself: • How’s your eyesight? and • How’s your memory? we’ll ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Foundations: Inevitable For Spiritual Walk With God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 20, 2025

Without a solid spiritual foundation, it is easy to fall away, to compromise, or to be tossed to and fro by doctrines, trials, or temptations.

SPIRITUAL FOUNDATIONS: INEVITABLE FOR SPIRITUAL WALK WITH GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 7:24-27 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, Psalm 11:3, Luke 6:47-49, Ephesians 2:19-22 INTRODUCTION: Every building that stands the test of time is first established on a solid ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Since We Lack Nothing How Shall We Live? Series

Contributed by Patrick Malone on Mar 20, 2005

Since God has not withheld anything good from us, not even His own Son - we are not to withhold from Him or one another.

Mothers’ Day, 3rd March 05 ‘Since we lack nothing in Christ, how shall we live?’ Intro: I’m sure many of you will know the story of Victor Hugo’s epic tale LES MISERABLES. Well let me remind you this morning of the opening picture. Jean Valjean, our hero, is released on parole from 19 years of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Just One Thing For The New Year

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 29, 2019

4 questions to help provide clarity and discernment about our “Just one thing” this new year (From Craig Groeschel's book, "Weird: Because Normal Isn't Working"- Chapter entitled "Just One Thing")

HoHum and WBTU: It’s time to make those New Year’s Resolutions- often things like losing weight or giving up smoking, spending more time with family or starting a new project. Unfortunately, by the end of January, 40 percent of people who make New Year’s Resolutions break them. By Valentine’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:4, Mark 10:19-22, Philippians 3:13-14, Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Understand The Times, And Leadership In Times Of Crisis

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on May 17, 2020

A leader is not born, and not made in times of crisis, but are revealed to the world when crisis struck. Today's crisis has revealed a lack of leadership in the church.

In today's world, knowing what to do in times of crisis can give a nation or a person the needed advantage to overcome adverse situations. But a shortfall of not knowing what to do can spell more trouble, anxiety, and fear in the midst of uncertainty and a wanting leadership. And this true in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Is My Shepherd I Will Not Lack Any Good Thing

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 31, 2003

It has been said that the greatest strain on relationships is the fear of not having enough provisions, money or material needs. Yet, people like Hudson Taylor, the founder of the China Inland Mission, understood that his 5000 missionaries would never ha

The Lord is My Shepherd I Will Not Lack Any Good Thing (Psa 23:1-6) It has been said that the greatest strain on relationships is the fear of not having enough provisions, money or material needs. Yet, people like Hudson Taylor, the founder of the China Inland Mission, understood that his 5000 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Securing Divine Help Through Spiritual Authority Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 27, 2026

Spiritual authority is the divine empowerment granted by God that enables believers to command results, resist the enemy, and secure divine help consistently.

SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH SPIRITUAL AUTHORITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 10:19 Key Verse: “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.” — Luke 10:19 (KJV) Supporting Texts: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Doubt - Is Doubt Unbelief? Does It Mean I Lack Faith? Series

Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Oct 22, 2019

Doubt – What exactly is doubt? What does Jesus mean by telling us If ye have faith, and doubt not? James tells us that we ought to ask in faith, without doubting, For he that doubts is like a wave blowing with the wind. Is doubt unbelief? Do I not believe God because I have doubts?

Matt. 21:18-22 Now in the morning as he returned into the city, he hungered. 19 And when he saw a fig tree in the way, he came to it, and found nothing thereon, but leaves only, and said unto it, Let no fruit grow on thee henceforward for ever. And presently the fig tree withered away. 20 And when ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-9, Matthew 21:18-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational