Sermons on Spiritual Battles:

How Does Legalism Get Us Off-Track Spiritually?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 6, 2007

This message uses Saul’s poorly-conceived rule as an example of how our rules can create major problems.

- This was a difficult passage to find the “interpretive key” for. How Legalism Starts: He made up a rule that made him feel better. - 1 Samuel 14:24. How Those Around Him Responded: They feared the rule, so they tried to live by it. - 1 Samuel 14:26-28. - v. 26 - There was honey that they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:24-45

Denomination: Baptist

What Is A Spiritual Journey: The Great Blessing: Attaining God-Consciousness

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 5, 2021

The Spiritual journey continues. Last week we talked about the moment of apotheosis, where we realize our identity as Christians, and it connects not only in the mind, but connects from the mind to the heart, and we begin to really feel that we are Christians.

The Spiritual journey continues. Last week we talked about the moment of apotheosis, where we realize our identity as Christians, and it connects not only in the mind, but connects from the mind to the heart, and we begin to really feel that we are Christians. Today we consider the next step of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:16, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

Nuts And Bolts Christianity

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 23, 2017

Paul gives us a passage that is 1. Simple 2. Practical 3. Filled with Spiritual Passion and Energy. A passage that can transform our lives and the lives of the Body of Christ!

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21 (Call to Worship - Psalms 26:1-8) Title: Nuts and Bolts Christianity Paul gives us a passage that is 1. Simple 2. Practical 3. Filled with Spiritual Passion and Energy. A passage that can transform our lives and the lives of the Body of Christ! INTRO: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Strongholds

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 1, 2021

What is a stronghold? A Fortress Very easy to defend Difficult for the enemy to attack Satan can build a spiritual fortress in our lives An area of our life where we allow Satan to enter Then he sets up a stronghold

Strongholds What is a stronghold? A Fortress Very easy to defend Difficult for the enemy to attack Lord of the Rings – Helms Deep Satan can build a spiritual fortress in our lives Starts with a foothold then becomes a stronghold An area of our life where we allow Satan to enter Then he sets up a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:3-5, 2 Peter 3:5-6, Matthew 22:37-38, Luke 5:32, Ephesians 6:17-18, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Exodus 14:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Fire Fell - Elijah At Mt Carmel

Contributed by Steve Cleary on Nov 14, 2009

The battle between God and Baal - Elijah at Mt Carmel

Ahab was a man who did more evil in the eyes of God than any before him. He considered it trivial to commit sin and was married to Jezebel, who had lead the people of Israel astray into the worship and service of Baal. His father was bad enough, but the Bible tells us that Ahab had done more to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-40, 1 Kings 18:1

Denomination: Baptist

"From Death To Life” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 20, 2009

Paul describes how the choice to choose Christ as Savior is the difference between life and death.

Mount Whitney in California is the highest spot in the continental United States (14,495 feet). As you gaze from what can seem to be the top of the world, only eighty miles to the southeast is Death Valley, the lowest spot in the United States at 280 feet below sea level and the hottest place in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Hearts On Fire

Contributed by Greg Burcham on Jun 25, 2016

This sermon deals with the self inflicted damage we do to our spiritual hearts and God's prescription for healing.

Hearts On Fire, Luke 24:32 Luke 24:32 “And they said to one another, did not our hearts burn within us while He talked with us on the road, and while he opened the scriptures to us.” Did you know that the word “heart” appears in the King James Bible 830 times? Only the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:32

Denomination: Baptist

Tips On Being A Callcenter Agent

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 8, 2015

Tips on being a callcenter agent on a CHRISTian's perspective

Tips on being a callcenter agent 1. Top priority: 6-8 hrs. Of sleep per day. If you like to reach your quota, first reach your quota of sleep. Make sure you are always at peak level w/ energy left. 2. Healthy foods/diet only - avoid junk food, eat only foods that are essential for energy, stay ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Water Gate Series

Contributed by Monte Brown on Sep 28, 2014

The Water Gate brings to view how God brings holiness and revival to His people.

“The Water Gate Message 9” The Spiritual Application of the Gates Notes from Thompson Chain Reference Bible; Tim LaHaye Prophecy Study Bible Translation used is NKJV unless otherwise noted. Monte Brown’s personal translation (MB) Information taken from Pray Israel.com 3/26/08; ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:26

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, The Light Of Our Lives

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 1, 2015

The light of Jesus gives us light and hope, just like Jesus gave sight and spiritual light to a blind beggar named Bartimaeus.

Good morning boys and girls! Who can tell me what’s coming up on this coming Wednesday night? That’s right, it’s Halloween!! So who is getting dressed up and going our trick or treating? Have you got your costumes and your goody bags ready yet? Hey, if you want lots of goodies, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Anglican

Knowledge Is Power And Leads To More Power

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 5, 2015

There is power in the cross, and there is hope in the cross. Hope keeps us fighting for Christ in our evil world. Hope keeps us going when times are tough. Hope keeps us going when we face persecution. Hope abides. God isn’t finished with us yet

In Ephesians 1:15- the apostle Paul prays that the church in Ephesus will embrace their spiritual gifts into their hearts. He prays that the Ephesians will understand the revelation God has given them regarding their spiritual gifts. Paul was intent on bringing the true light of Christ with the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Anglican

The Necessity Of Unity Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 5, 2017

After one gains entrance to the church through the Door of Opportunity, what is expected next? Every believer is gifted to serve within the church, for the edifying of the body and the glory of God. We must be united and work together to fulfill the work.

The Necessity of Unity Ephesians 4: 11-16 Last week we began the series: Church – A New Testament Model. We looked at the means of entrance into the church through Christ the Door. This opportunity is available by grace through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Once entry into the church, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Continue Your Journey In Peace Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 3, 2019

As Jesus concluded His Sermon on the Mount, He advised His listeners that, having heard His message, they had to make the inevitable choice between the way of spiritual life and the way of spiritual death. So do we.

CONGRATULATIONS! YOU CHOSE THE RIGHT WAY! CONTINUE YOUR JOURNEY IN PEACE! Getting on an airplane at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is quite a challenge. There’s a right way and a wrong way. If you try to board the aircraft any other way than that which is prescribed, you will be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-27

A Noise In My Belly

Contributed by Bishop Malcolm Coby, Ph. D. on Aug 20, 2016

There is a weapon in you that you must neither take for granted nor neglect. It is positioned to be released on the enemy of your soul. That weapon is a Noise in your Belly that will silence the devil and give God the glory. It is your praise to God.

I. Introduction 1. The Text: John 7:37-38 2. The Feast of Tabernacles was celebrated with certain festival rituals. 3. One was a solemn procession each day from the temple to the Gihon Spring. 4. A priest filled a gold pitcher with water while the choir sang Isaiah 12:3. –Therefore with ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: *other

Part 2: What Love And What It Is Not Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 8, 2016

In 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Paul defines what love is and what it is not.

LOVE DEFINED 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Baptist