Sermons on Spiritual Armor:

Taking A Spiritual Inventory

Contributed by Richard Oliver on Jul 19, 2002

In this day and age we’re very busy being Christians. While being so busy we tend to forget Our Father’s Words concerning our relationships. Here is a simple review of the 10 commandments.

¡§Spiritual Examination¡¨ Exodus 20:3-17 "Two young men were fishing above a low dam on a river near their hometown. As they were concentrating on catching fish, they were unaware that they had drifted until they were not far from the water flowing over the dam. When they realized their ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3-17

Denomination: Congregational

Desire Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002

In general the church has made little progress as pertains to spiritual gifts, This problem could be cured if we would once again allow the Holy Spirit to birth divine desire in our hearts.

1Co 14:1 “DESIRE SPIRITUAL GIFTS” Every thing Jesus did from a supernatural standpoint was an operation and manifestation of at least one, or a combination of the gifts of the spirit in his life. Why teach on the gifts of the spirit? (1) If there is to be any manifestation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-12, 2 Timothy 1:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Peter's Spiritual Inventory

Contributed by Ken Schlenker on Aug 7, 2002

Mark 14 Peter’s Spiritual Inventory- Six steps to Spiritual Denial and Renewal

Peter’s Spiritual Inventory Introduction In less than twelve hours I went from someone who said, “Jesus I will never deny you” to someone who denied him three times. Over the course of my life I have looked back on it and I say, “How did that happen?” and by God’s grace, I have been allowed to ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming Spiritually Minded

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 13, 2002

The difference between a Mature believer and an immature believer is in the mind (As a man thinketh in his heart so is he). We must grow up in our minds.

Ro 8: 1-26 Spiritual Vs Carnal” Paul is describing the two categories of The Christian that exist within the church: #1 The Carnal Minded– Flesh (natural man) = Baby #2 The Spiritual Minded =Spiritual = Mature Minded : Thoughts, purposes, view points, opinions, perspectives, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Evidences Of Spiritual Apathy Series

Contributed by Robert Robb on Feb 5, 2001

Evidences of Spiritual Apathy among God’s people

Studies In The Book of Haggai Study 1 The Evidences & Causes of Spiritual Apathy Introduction Recently in my own personal devotions I was reading through the book of Haggai the prophet and as I did so I was reminded of how relevant his message is for the Church today. Although directed to God’s ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Causes Of Spiritual Apathy Series

Contributed by Robert Robb on Feb 7, 2001

Identifying the causes of Spiritual apathy in Haggai’s day and in our own.

Studies in The Book of Haggai Study 2 The Causes and Consequences of Spiritual Apathy Introduction Last week we began to study together one of the less familiar books of the Bible, Haggai, one of the minor prophets. We saw that Haggai ministered to the people who had returned to Jerusalem after ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:2-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Consequences Of Spiritual Apathy Series

Contributed by Robert Robb on Feb 7, 2001

Identifying the consequences of Spiritual apathy among God’s People

Limavady Reformed Presbyterian Church Northern Ireland Studies in the Book of Haggai Study 3 The Consequences of Spiritual Apathy Introduction Over the past two weeks we have been considering the teaching of the opening section of the book of Haggai. Although classed as one of the minor ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:6-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Causes Of Spiritual Awakening Series

Contributed by Robert Robb on Feb 25, 2001

How God changed spiritual apapathy into Spiritual awakening

Limavady Reformed Presbyterian Church Studies in Haggai Study 4 Introduction Over the past three Sabbath Mornings in our studies in the Book of Haggai we have been considering the subject of Spiritual Apathy among the people of God and we have seen that such was the condition of God’s people in ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:12-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Evidences Of Spiritual Awakening Series

Contributed by Robert Robb on Mar 14, 2001

What were the evidences of a spiritual awakening taking place under Haggi’s ministry?

Studies in The Book of Haggai Study 5 Introduction The Lord Jesus once told a parable about a farmer who went out to sow some seed in one of his fields. Although he sowed out the whole field there were places here and there where the soil quality differed and because of that some of the seed that ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:12-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

An Intentional Spiritual Life Series

Contributed by Rob Culler on Mar 21, 2001

Second in a six part series of living intentionally and not just letting life happen to you.

Living an Intentional Life: SPIRITUALLY Introduction: This week we will continue our series on Living an Intentional Life. Remember that the three key words in describing an intentional life are purpose, discipline and vision. Living intentionally means that we have an agenda for our own lives. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:31, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fellowship And Spiritual Gifts Series

Contributed by Gerald Cornelius on Mar 27, 2001

The importance of spiritual gifts to the body of Christ.

THE CHURCH TRIUMPHANT: FELLOWSHIP AND SPIRITUAL GIFTS TEXT:ROMANS 12:1-8 Introduction I. PRINCIPLE OF RESPONSIBLE CHRISTIAN SERVICE VS 1,2 A. Our theology affects our practice. "Therefore" B. Foundation - a sacrificial life- offer yourself C. Building - transformation - remodeling D. Finishing ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's Spiritual Autobiography

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Apr 7, 2001

Paul frankly discloses his spiritual balance sheet in terms of What he Renounced and What he Received in converting to Christianity, and looking back 30 years later, What he once Counted and What he still Counts.

PAUL’S SPIRITUAL AUTOBIOGRAPHY Nothing fascinates me more than a good biography. Perhaps, like me, you’re curious to know the motives that are behind the person’s actions and to learn how his character develops. It’s all the more interesting when a great man or woman write their own life story - ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Spiritual Discouragement

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Mar 7, 2002

This is a message to help those who can relate to the spiritual hole described in Proverbs 18:14 “The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; but a wounded spirit who can bear?”

Overcoming Spiritual Discouragement Overcoming spiritual discouragement. Text: Proverbs 18:14 “The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; but a wounded spirit who can bear?” In this message we want to try to explain the difference between soulish discouragement, and spiritual discouragement. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Overcome Spiritual Deception

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 18, 2002

Learn how a believer can overcome spiritual deception.

A few years back when I began training college students on how to study the Bible and to lead Bible studies, I decided to first teach on the authority of the Bible for our faith. So after a bit of singing, I got up to teach. I began with prayer, and half way through my praying, I stopped and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-29

Denomination: *other

The Symptoms Of Spiritual Maturity

Contributed by Dr. Robert Mckenzie on Mar 20, 2002

How can we tell when people are spiritually immature

Symptoms of Spiritual Immaturity I Cor. 3:1 A couple of weeks ago we looked at the topic of spiritual maturity. We discussed what it is and what some of the hindrances to it were. We said that a person moves toward spiritual maturity by building the principles of God’s Word into their life in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational