Sermons on Spiritual Boldness:

Use It Or Lose It

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Nov 19, 2017

Jesus' parable of the talents is a call to us to invest all that we are and all that we have in God's kingdom building work. The story reminds us not to compare, but to faithfully invest what we have, and to get to know the Master's heart.

Matthew 25:14-30 Use It or Lose It Today’s parable is a story about investments. Sometimes we think it’s about using our natural abilities to serve God. Why do we think that? Because the story uses the word “talent” throughout. Our English word “talent” actually comes from that interpretation of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, 1 Peter 4:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Were The Offices Of Apostle And Prophet Intended To Be On-Going?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Nov 28, 2017

A look at the Kingdom Now / Five-Fold Ministry / Apostolic-Prophetic movement teaching and the Authority and Gifting of Every Born-Again Christian

Jesus dwells in every Born-Again Christian, and they have complete access to the fullness of God. He is as He has always been, and as He will always be (See Hebrews 13:8). The supernatural gifts and governmental authority have been given to every Christian to edify and perfect them as needed at ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:17, Jeremiah 23:30-40, Ephesians 4:11-16, 1 Peter 3:2, Acts 1:20-26, 2 Peter 1:19, 1 Timothy 1:3-4, 2 John 1:9-10, Hebrews 1:1-3, 1 Corinthians 14:33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spirit's Gift Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 29, 2017

Don’t overestimate yourself and don’t underestimate yourself either. Just use your God-given gifts to serve.

Just a few years ago, Dave Barry, a columnist for the Washington Post, posted his comments about the typical male in the first week of December. He wrote, “Your standard man, at this point in the Christmas season, has purchased zero gifts. He has not yet gotten around to purchasing an acceptable ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Christmas Eve Sermon: "Am I 'strong In Spirit'?"

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 5, 2017

A look at Luke 1:80 where it says that John the Baptist "become strong in spirit." This is the verse before the famous Christmas story (Luke 2:1-7). The sermon encourages people to "train themselves in godliness" and become more like Christ.

- Story from Preaching Today of the person pointlessly trying to visit every Starbucks in America. - “Accomplishing” something that really doesn’t amount to much. - What we accomplish with our lives is what v. 80 got me to thinking about. - This verse comes just before that famous Christmas ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Mindset Of Life And Peace Romans 8:6 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 22, 2024

Romans 8:6, reveals the pivotal role of our mindset in shaping our spiritual journey. This verse invites us to consider the transformative power of aligning our minds with the Spirit of God.

Mindset of Life and Peace Romans 8:6 Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound truth of Romans 8:6, which reveals the pivotal role of our mindset in shaping our spiritual journey. This verse invites us to consider the transformative power of aligning our minds with the Spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:6, Romans 6:23, Ephesians 4:17-19, Ephesians 4:22-24, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 12:2, Psalm 119:105, Colossians 3:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Satan's Devices - Reality Check!

Contributed by Brandon Max on Oct 21, 2021

Every once and while when it comes to my walk and relationship with God, I need a “Reality Check !” I need to be snapped out of my complacency, I need to be shaken out of my own personal delusion, and set back on the right course. Our text today stands as a Spiritual Reality Check for us all.

REALITY CHECK ! TEXT: 1 Peter 5:8 Every once and while when it comes to my walk and relationship with God I need what I am going to call a “Reality Check !” And what I mean by that, is that I need to be snaped out of my complacency, I need to be shaken out of my own personal delusion... And set ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Blood Church Warning

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 9, 2024

Families that use biology to determine membership should realize by now that they wrote their epitaph. We need to create a SPIRITUAL family, not a biological family.

The Blood Church Warning Luke 3:23-38 Rabbi Dr. Rev. Michael H Koplitz Luke 3:23 aWhen He began His ministry, Jesus Himself was about thirty years of age, being, as was supposed, the son of Joseph, the son of Eli, 24 the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:23-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Resurrection

Contributed by John Oscar on Apr 16, 2023

Easter Sunday about experiencing the resurrection power of Jesus in our lives

Resurrection CCCAG, April 9th, 2023 Scripture: Luke 24:1-6, but starting in Rev 2 Introduction We are going to take a break from our study in Colossians to celebrate the resurrection of our LORD. I want to talk about something that is making news everywhere and seemingly tearing at the very seams ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Gifts And Growth

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 21, 2023

In these verses we learn that our Lord Jesus Christ has given spiritual gifts to each believer. And that there is a purpose for the gifts. Too often many believers do not use the spiritual gifts that have been given to them. Surely our Lord does not want us to waste them.

Alba 5-21-2023 GIFTS AND GROWTH Ephesians 4:7-16 Last Sunday was Mother's Day and my wife, Janine, was given several gifts. One of the gifts was a pre-paid card for a restaurant where we sometimes go. Guess what, we went there this past week and she intended to share, but when I paid, I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Common Tools; Uncommon Tasks

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 12, 2023

God calls His people to serve now. He delights to use us with what we have, and not after some long, extended preparation in the distant future.

“Moses answered [the LORD], ‘But behold, they will not believe me or listen to my voice, for they will say, “The LORD did not appear to you.”’ The LORD said to him, ‘What is that in your hand?’ He said, ‘A staff.’ And he said, ‘Throw it on the ground.’ So he threw it on the ground, and it ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Psalms 23 - Not Just For Funerals Anymore

Contributed by Michael Bates on Dec 31, 2023

Many people think that Psalms 23 is only read aloud at funeral services. No, that's not the case, Psalms 23 also applies to many other areas in our lives. This short sermon explains this perspective further.

Let's all read Psalms 23 together: The Good Shepherd 1 The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I lack. 2 He lets me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. 3 He renews my life; He leads me along the right paths for His name's sake. 4 Even when I go through the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Psalm 73 O God, Why Do The Wicked Prosper In Their Wickedness And Enjoy Life While I, The Righteous, Suffer? Series

Contributed by Ellick Wu on Jan 15, 2024

This is a study of the psalmist's faith struggles as a spiritual leader and eventual enlightenment serves as a lesson for believers facing similar challenges.

Psalm 73 O God, why do the wicked prosper in their wickedness and enjoy life while I, the righteous, suffer? Intro Can you imagine a scenario where a renowned preacher from a national church or a well-known evangelist loses faith in God? As the spiritual leaders of our church, at some point, we ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

There Is One Spirit Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 29, 2024

This sermon addresses three questions: Who is the One Spirit?, What is the role of the One Spirit?, and How should we respond to the One Spirit?

Introduction: A. The story is told about a Christian who arrived in Heaven and was excited to meet many people from Old Testament times and he had lots of questions for them. 1. To Noah, he asked what it was like to be in the ark with all those animals. 2. To Joseph, he asked what it was like to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4-6, John 7:37-39, John 3:3-5, 2 Corinthians 3:17-18, Romans 8:10-27, Matthew 12:31-32, Ephesians 4:22-32, Galatians 5:16-25, Ephesians 5:18, Ephesians 6:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Consequences Of Sin Is Being A Child Of The Devil. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 4, 2024

The Bible teaches that sin has severe consequences, not only in this life but also in the life to come.

The Bible teaches that sin has severe consequences, not only in this life but also in the life to come. When we live in sin, we are said to be "dead in our transgressions and sins" (Ephesians 2:1). Moreover, the Bible goes further to say that those who live in sin are children of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23, Ephesians 2:1

7-Day Prayer And Fasting Itinerary Focused On Breakthrough Prayers | Day 3 Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on May 23, 2024

As you embark on this spiritual journey of prayer and fasting, remember that each prayer lifted up is a seed planted in the fertile soil of faith.

As you embark on this spiritual journey of prayer and fasting, remember that each prayer lifted up is a seed planted in the fertile soil of faith. These prayer points are not just words, but they are keys that unlock the doors to divine health and renewal. They are echoes of your heart's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35, Psalm 30:2

Denomination: Charismatic