Sermons on Spiritual Brokenness:

Spiritual Checks You Can Take To The Bank #1 - The Certainty Of God's Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Thornton on Oct 2, 2001

The first of a study of Paul’s Trustworthy Sayings. This one helps us to gain a fuller understanding of God’s grace.

INTRODUCTION. -- How many of you have ever bought something from a TV commercial? I’ve never been one to do this very much -- partly because I usually missed the type of commercials advertising products (getting a snack); and partly because the products were always too expensive. Then an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-20, Titus 3:3-8

Denomination: *other

How The Kingdom Works: Part 2 – Spiritual Gifts (Mythbusters Version) Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 11, 2007

What does it take to make the Kingdom of God work? it takes you, and me.

How The Kingdom Works: Part 2 – Spiritual Gifts (MythBusters Version) 1 Pet 4:8-11 Feb 11, 2007 Intro: What does it take to make a Kingdom work? Let me sum up last week’s sermon in one sentence: God’s Kingdom really does work! I believe it, I’ve seen it very recently. It really works, it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Ponder Your Spiritual “before” And “after” Pictures

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jul 25, 2010

Jesus has not only washed us clean from our sins, he energizes us for continual service.

You’ve seen these pictures in newspapers and in magazines advertising some procedure to make you look younger. They’re “before” and “after” pictures. But to tell you the truth, the only difference I see between some “before” and “after” ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:21-29

Denomination: Lutheran

God Can Help Us Discover Our Purpose Through Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Jon Sullivan on Mar 18, 2010

God has gifted every believer and that giftedness can help us to discover our purpose in Him.

God Can Help Us Discover Our Purpose Through Spiritual Gifts Introduction: There are many New Testament teachings, which we in the Independent Christian Churches and Churches of Christ have allowed to be taken from us by those who choose to abuse them. In so doing, we have become as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pursuing The Call Part 7 From Spiritual Confusion To Super-Natural Power Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Oct 26, 2019

So, were in Acts, chapter 19 where we see our man Paul, still Pursuing The Call as he’s come to the city of Ephesus, he’s making good on an earlier promise to return to these believers there and continue his work.

ACTS Pursuing The Call – Part 7 Dr. Tom Bartlett August 11, 2019 Acts 19:1-20 From Spiritual Confusion to Super-natural Power Acts 19:1-20 (ESV) OUTLINE From Spiritual Confusion to Super-natural Power Acts 19:1-20 (ESV) True salvation is only in Jesus and comes with a special blessing And it ...read more

Denomination: Other

Spiritual Men In The Local Church 1cori 2: 15 – 3:1 Series

Contributed by Nelson Thomas on Aug 31, 2020

One of the major reasons for church problems then and now is carnality of the believers. Paul explains who a spiritual man is.

SPIRITUAL MEN IN THE LOCAL CHURCH 1Corinthians 2: 15 – 3:1 One of the reasons behind the troubles in the Corinth church was the carnality of the members. Paul does not hesitate to reveal his observation “And I, brethren, could not speak to you as to spiritual people but as to carnal, as to babes ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:46, 1 Corinthians 2:15

Denomination: Brethren

Growing In Godliness: A Blueprint For Spiritual Transformation (2 Peter 1:5-8) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 14, 2024

In 2 Peter 1:5-8. In this passage, the apostle Peter outlines a blueprint for spiritual growth and maturity, offering practical steps for believers to cultivate godly character. Let us delve into this scripture to discover how we can be transformed by truth and grow in our relationship with God.

Growing in Godliness: A Blueprint for Spiritual Transformation Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative wisdom found in 2 Peter 1:5-8. These verses provide a blueprint for spiritual growth and maturity, guiding believers on the path to godliness. Let us explore each virtue listed by ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-8, Matthew 7:24-27, James 2:26, Romans 5:3-4, 2 Timothy 2:22, John 13:34-35, 1 John 4:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Jump Start Spiritual Growth - 2 Peter 1:9a Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 16, 2025

Is there anything more frustrating than those stubborn character flaws that you can't change? You’ve tried everything—prayer, accountability, discipline—but the changes never last. Peter shows us the surprising path to lasting change.

2 Peter 1:8 For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. 9 But if anyone does not have them, he is nearsighted and blind, and has forgotten that he has been cleansed from his past ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:9

Funeral For A "Spiritual Person” (This Person Had Not Made A Public Profession Of Faith.

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Oct 2, 2025

Let Us Pray: Gracious and Eternal God, We give You thanks today for the life of _____________________________________.

Funeral For A “Spiritual Person” (This person had not made a public profession of faith. Let Us Pray: Gracious and Eternal God, We give You thanks today for the life of _____________________________________. We are grateful for the years You gave him on this earth, for the love he shared with his ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Brought You Out To Take You In

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Dec 5, 2006

God delivered a nation through Moses. He delivers the world through Christ. In delivering a people several things that grip us must be broken.

HE BROUGHT YOU OUT TO TAKE YOU IN Advent Series-Part 1 Acts 7:20-37 Sunday, December 3, 2006 Pastor Brian Matherlee Read Acts 7:20-37 • THE SIGNIFICANCE OF CHRISTMAS TO AMERICANS The Barna Research Group poll, conducted for the Lutheran Hour Ministries found that: 37% of adults in the national ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:20-37

Denomination: Wesleyan

Different Kind Of Legacy

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 19, 2009

Our legacy is not in monuments, but in a spiritual and relational community, one which is ultimately redemptive. Washington Plaza Baptist Church, Reston, VA

The older I become the more interested I am in those who have gone before me. Before I join my ancestors out there, I’d like to know more about them. It might make for some very interesting conversation up on Cloud Nine if I know about not only my parents and my grandparents, but also some of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Touching The Heart Of God - The Power Of Anointed Prayer - Lesson 2. Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 27, 2021

The Fundamentals of Prayer

A. Various Aspects of Prayer 1. Adoration (Ps.104:1, 145:1-3). Not found in Bible. It is however, the demonstration of great love, devotion, and respect: it is worshipping or paying homage to God. It sets the tone for our prayer life ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keep The Fire Burning

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 24, 2019

God provides the fire, but it's up to us to keep it burning.

KEEP THE FIRE BURNING Text: Lev. 6:8-13 Introduction 1. Illustration: A U.S. Lutheran bishop tells of visiting a parish church in California and finding a stirring red and orange banner on the wall. "Come Holy Spirit. Hallelujah!" it declared in words printed under a picture of a fire ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:8-13

Denomination: Methodist

Appointment With Dr. Luke Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 4, 2020

Today we begin journey through Dr. Luke’s Gospel. Here are some things about Luke’s Gospel.

An Appointment With Dr. Luke Luke 1:1-25 Introduction Today we begin journey through Dr. Luke’s Gospel. Here are some things about Luke’s Gospel. Luke’s Gospel is the Gospel for Everyone. He was a Gentile - the only NT writer not a Jew. Written mainly for Gentiles - people like us Luke is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It All Begins Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 4, 2002

This is the 6th sermon in the series "The End". This sermon concerns the seven seal judments during the Tribulation.

Sunday Evening May 5, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: The End [#6] IT ALL BEGINS Revelation 6 Introduction: 1. This tired earth has come under cruel times of famine, catastrophe, dictatorship, and many other types of suffering; but Revelation 6 introduces an awesome period of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-17

Denomination: Baptist