Sermons on Spiritual Breakthough:

Go! And Grow In Spiritual Maturity! Hebrews 5:11-14 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 6, 2025

Spiritual growth is just as essential. God does not want us to remain stagnant in our faith. Instead, He calls us to grow into maturity, becoming more like Christ. This sermon challenges us to move from spiritual infancy to maturity.

Go! And Grow in Spiritual Maturity! Hebrews 5:11-14 Introduction: The Call to Spiritual Growth Life is a journey of growth. From infancy to adulthood, we are meant to mature physically, emotionally, and intellectually. But spiritual growth is just as essential. God does not want us to remain ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11-14, Psalm 95:10, 1 Corinthians 3:1-2, Ephesians 4:14-15, Romans 10:9, Hebrews 12:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Discernment, Humility, Dreams, And Joseph. Genesis 40-41

Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 4, 2024

Joseph, in his humility, served GOD and was given Spiritual Discernment to interpret dreams. From humility, GOD lifts Joseph up to begin to accomplish HIS plans HE gave to Joseph through dreams. TODAY, GOD gives us dreams and visions to show us HIS Plan and Future, for HIS Glory.

2024.11.03.Sermon Notes. Genesis 40-41 Spiritual Discernment, Humility, Dreams, and Promotion of Joseph William Akehurst, HSWC Scriptures: Joel 2:28-32, Genesis 40:1-23, Genesis 41:1-57, Hebrews 1:1-2, Romans 8:28-29, 1 Corinthians 2:14, Daniel 2:28, Daniel 2:47, James 4:10, Daniel 2:20-23, Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-32, Genesis 40:1-23, Genesis 41:1-57, Hebrews 1:1-2, Romans 8:28-29, 1 Corinthians 2:14, Daniel 2:28, Daniel 2:47, James 4:10, Daniel 2:20-23, Psalm 33:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Futility Of Chasing After Wealth And Neglecting Spiritual And Family Responsibilities Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 8, 2024

This sermon will explore the biblical teachings on the importance of prioritizing spiritual and family responsibilities over the pursuit of wealth.

The story of a man who works multiple jobs, yet neglects his spiritual and family responsibilities, is a common one. Despite his tireless efforts to accumulate wealth, he finds himself empty-handed and unfulfilled. This sermon will explore the biblical teachings on the importance of prioritizing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:10, Matthew 6:33

Do We Need To Wake Up Our Spiritual Life?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 18, 2022

Have we fallen asleep spiritually? God is calling us to wake up, so what are we to do?

In verses 1-5: Despite the fact that God had spoken straightforwardly and perceptibly with Moses and Joshua, God’s Word had become uncommon during the three centuries of rule by judges. By the time Eli was High Priest, there were no prophets speaking God's messages to the children of Israel. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Seven Keys To Spiritual Buoyancy: The Ministry Of Consolation (Key One) Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Sep 10, 2023

This series looks at seven principles from 2 Corinthians that Paul characterizes the life of Paul the Apostle and shows how he was able to stay afloat despite the difficulties he faced in life.

The Seven Keys to Spiritual Buoyancy: The Ministry of Consolation (Key One) Introduction The Scriptures use chaotic waters as a theme for the dangerous yet glorious place of unformed potential. The creation hymn of Genesis 1 begins with God's Spirit hovering in the darkness over the face of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Seven Keys To Spiritual Buoyancy: Total Dependence (Key Two) Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Sep 17, 2023

Learning to totally depend on the Lord is the second key to spiritual buoyancy.

The Seven Keys to Spiritual Buoyancy: Total Dependence (Key Two) Introduction Last week we began our journey into discovering the secrets of the apostle Paul's resilient spiritual life. We are calling them keys to spiritual buoyancy. Buoyancy is "the ability or tendency to float in water ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Josh's Journey Through The Silence: Spirituality In The Making

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Oct 8, 2023

This is an example of story preaching based upon 1 Samuel 1-7, incorporating a combination of several stories, both biblical and non-biblical.

Following the pastoral prayer, the minister of music prepared to lead the people in a hymn of praise. As the pastor reflected upon the worship service and the sermon he was to preach, his mind drifted to the text for his sermon. It was the first passage of scripture he had heard read from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:27-28, 1 Samuel 3:1-21, 1 Samuel 7:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Worship: Transformed By Truth Ephesians 5:18-20 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 6, 2024

In Ephesians 5:19-20, the apostle Paul instructs believers to engage in worship that transcends mere ritualistic observance, urging them to be filled with the Spirit and express their gratitude to God through psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs.

Spiritual Worship: Transformed by Truth Ephesians 5:18-20 Introduction: Today, we explore the transformative power of spiritual worship as outlined in Ephesians 5:19-20. In this passage, the apostle Paul instructs believers to engage in worship that transcends mere ritualistic observance, urging ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-19, Galatians 5:22-23, Ephesians 5:20, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Way To Avoid Spiritual Dangers In Life Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 17, 2020

We must... 1. Let God's light shine in our hearts (vs. 16-21). 2. Put the Creator above His creation (vs. 22-25). 3. Let God's Word set our standards (vs. 25). 4. Run away from what God rejects (vs. 24-31). 5. Receive God’s grace for our guilt (vs. 32, 16-17).

God's Way to Avoid Spiritual Dangers in Life The Book of Romans Romans 1:16-32 (Initial reading: vs. 16-21) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 13, 2016 (Revised August 17, 2020) MESSAGE: *In 1993, Willie Nelson was 60 years old, and he had some unusual advice for his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-32

Denomination: Baptist

Do We Need To Wake Up Our Spiritual Life?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 26, 2023

Have we fallen asleep spiritually? Is God calling us to wake up? If so, what are we to do? Can we see any similarities with our Scripture and Christians today?

Our passage of Scripture finds Samuel and Eli to be a little older, but Samuel is still referred to as a boy. Samuel hears his name called while he is sleeping in the temple just before dawn. He quickly approaches Eli, who tells him to return to bed. Samuel is informed by Eli that it is the Lord ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spiritual Reset: Learning From Peter's Journey Series

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Dec 18, 2025

In the first lesson of this series, we turn our attention to the life of the Apostle Peter. His story is one of deep failure and even greater grace. It is the story of a man whom God had to reset—and in his journey, we will surely recognize our own.

SPIRITUAL RESET: Learning from Peter’s Journey Beloved brothers and sisters, As we step into a new year, many of us carry weariness, disappointments, and promises left unfulfilled—both as individuals and as a church. The New Year is not merely a fresh page on the calendar; it is God’s invitation ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:33-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Reset: Learning From David's Journey

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Dec 18, 2025

As we continue our SPIRITUAL RESET series, the Word of God leads us into the life of King David—a man with a great calling who nevertheless experienced a profound fall

SPIRITUAL RESET: Learning from David’s Journey Beloved brothers and sisters in the Lord, As we continue our SPIRITUAL RESET series, the Word of God leads us into the life of King David—a man with a great calling who nevertheless experienced a profound fall. David lived in a season marked by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Safeguarding Your Christian Life Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Jul 5, 2021

Like guardrails and protective barriers around potential dangers, so the writer to the Hebrews attempts to safeguard our Christian walk by noting potential dangers to our Christian life--among them apostate religious institutions

I’m a big fan of Yellowstone National Park, not only because of the great fishing it offers, but also because of the great natural wonders that can be seen. Of course, some of its most famous natural wonders are found in its geyser basins, where Old Faithful can be found among many others, along ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:9-25

Denomination: Bible Church

Hard Questions That Jesus Asked

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 5, 2011

Life is filled with quesions, some simple, some hard. Jesus Christ asked hard questions, three of which are recorded in the eighth chapter of Mark. They are: What do you see? What’s your opinion of Christ? What is worth losing your spiritual life?

Hard Questions that Jesus Asked Mark 8:13-38 Life is filled with questions. Many require a simple yeas or no. But some questions are hard questions and require some soul searching to answer truthfully. Jesus Christ asked hard questions three of which are recorded in the eighth chapter of Mark. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:13-38

Denomination: Baptist

Awake From Your Slumber

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Dec 5, 2015

A sermon examining the danger of spiritual negligence.

AWAKE FROM YOUR SLUMBER! Proverbs 24:30-34 (Antioch Baptist Church, Sunday March 23rd. 2025) When I was 13 years old, our family moved away from my childhood home. When my parents sold that house it was in excellent condition. Inside was a renovated kitchen & bathroom, and there was new ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:30-34

Denomination: Baptist