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  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "3 Stages Of Spirituality - Part 3" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 16, 2016
     | 4,872 views

    One who is mature in the faith will act as a spiritual parent to others.

    John speaks of 3 stages of spiritual development. Level 1 is spiritual childhood. The challenge here is seeking to walk with God. Next, is the level of spiritual adolescence. The challenge here is striving to work with God. Now, we come to the third stage mentioned by John. Stage 3: Spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Difficulty Of Love Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 397 views

    Love can be difficult, especially when it involves people who are different or disagree with us. However, through humility and the help of the Holy Spirit, we can overcome these challenges and love like Jesus.

    God, loving others can be really tough sometimes. Help us to love like you do, even when it's super hard. Thanks for loving us and giving us a way to forgiveness through Jesus. Today, we're gonna chat about the real deal about love. We all have those stories of times when it was super hard to love ...read more

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    Who? Me? A Disciple? Spiritual Gifts Series

    Contributed by C. Scott Ghan on May 19, 2003
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     | 4,159 views

    3rd sermon in series Who? Me? A disciple? The primary purpose of this teaching message is to describe the function of the nine spiritual gifts of 1 Cor 12

    TITLE: Who? Me? A Disciple? Spiritual Gifts 051903a TEXT: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11 Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. 8) To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom, to another the message of knowledge by means of the same Spirit, 9) to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Leading The Spiritual Life Part 2

    Contributed by Joe Bedy on Dec 6, 2001
    based on 27 ratings
     | 1,853 views

    To understand a Spirit led life we must understand the role of the Holy Spirit as well as our responsibility to mature.

    Central Christian Church St Petersburg, Fl Dec. 12 2001 Joe Bedy We looked last time at John 4:23 & 24 "But an hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers shall worship the Father in spirit and truth; for such people the Father seeks to be His worshipers. "God is spirit, and those who ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sharing The Harvest Pt. 2 (Spiritually) Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 18, 2022
     | 1,618 views

    The Bible teaches us that we need to share the harvest financially, physically by discipling and mentoring others for the Kingdom of Heaven. But in the process of discipleship we share the harvest spiritually as well.

    Series: Sharing the Harvest PT 2! (SPIRITUAL) Testimony Illustration: • Brock – Sharing my faith with others! • Ann – Mentoring others spiritually! Thesis: The Bible teaches us that we need to share the harvest financially, physically by discipling and mentoring others for the Kingdom of Heaven. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Is A Spiritual Journey: The Road Of Trials Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 5, 2021
     | 2,448 views

    We’ve been called to the adventure. We’re on our spiritual journey. Last week we talked about the moment of clarity, where we realize a profound truth, that God is real.

    "Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 13 But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. 14 If you are insulted ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Spiritual Light From The Light Of The World

    Contributed by Craig Condon on May 4, 2016
     | 4,555 views

    Jesus shone the light on the need to repent. The same light allows us to take in the Scriptures and feast on the Word. In return, we are to preach repentance and remission of sins in Jesus’ name to all nations.

    This past Sunday I preached and led worship at the United Church in Bridgewater. During the children’s talk I mentioned that Jesus told his disciples that he would be returning to the Father, but that they would receive the Holy Spirit. I compared the Holy Spirit to the batteries in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Battle Between Spiritual And Worldly Authority 

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 46 ratings
     | 6,253 views

    Many people tend to forget that their greatest struggle is not with people, but against evil. The evil may come from within their sinful nature, the world or directly from the devil. Paul made it clear that our chief battle is not between "Flesh and blo

    1. Many people tend to forget that their greatest struggle is not with people, but against evil. The evil may come from within their sinful nature, the world or directly from the devil. Paul made it clear that our chief battle is not between "Flesh and blood (physical opponents) but against the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Learning To Sit By Wells

    Contributed by Kevin Hall on Feb 15, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,880 views

    Seeing the Church as a resource rather than a social group

    “ Learning to Sit by Wells “ John 4: 1-15 If you have your Bibles this morning I invite you to turn with me to the Gospel of John 4: 1-15 John 4: 1-15 Therefore, when the Lord knew that the Pharisees had heard that Jesus made and baptized more disciples than John 2 (though Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Developing A Spiritual Diet And Exercise Program

    Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 15, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 11,979 views

    We discuss the importance of not only learning the word, but exercising our faith (doing it) as well!

    Can you tell me what the four major food groups are this morning? The teacher knew there was a shortfall of intelligence after she asked the class to name the four major food groups. Suzie shot up her hand and quickly reeled them off: "Wendy’s, McDonald’s, Burger King, and Pizza Hut." I did a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Do Not Let Materialism Overtake Spirituality

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 6, 2022
     | 1,044 views

    Developing spirituality is far more important than materialism

    Do not let Materialism overtake Spirituality Mark 6:7-13 7 And He summoned the twelve and began to send them out in pairs, and gave them authority over the unclean spirits; 8 and He instructed them that they should take nothing for their journey, except a mere staff-- no bread, no bag, no money in ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Sactification Is A Wide Spectrum.

    Contributed by Neal Gracey on Aug 25, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,859 views

    Nehemiah 13:15-22. "I commanded the Levites that they should cleanse themselves, and that they should come and keep the gates, to set themselves apart for the Lord's Day. You've probably heard this many times: "The Bible says not to judge."

    Happy "Sanctifying" Saturday Everyone. "Man does not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God" (Matt 4:4). We all know these words of Jesus and acknowledge their truth; but how hard is it to live by them? Especially when the world would rather see someone ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Trying Is Not Enough For Spiritual Growth Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 17, 2015
     | 5,687 views

    Paul commands us to do more than try - we are to train.

    WHAT DOES A VICTORIOUS CHRISTIAN LIFE LOOK LIKE? Christlikeness. - 1 Timothy 4:7a. - The goal of the Christian life is for us to literally become like Christ, not just claim allegiance to Him. - The mention of “godless myths and old wives’ tales” earlier in v. 7 is telling. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcoming Spiritual A.d.d. Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 11, 2015
     | 6,012 views

    It can be hard to stay focused on our spiritual disciplines. When we have purpose behind what we are doing, it will help us to focus on what is important. (This was built on the Next Steps series available on Sermon Central for purchase)

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • A.D.D. Attention Deficit Disorder. It is defined as, “a condition, usually in children, marked by inattentiveness, dreaminess, and passivity.” • The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines it as, “a condition in which someone (such as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sermon # 7 - Obedience To Spiritual Authority Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 19, 2024
     | 506 views

    Submission to God ordained authority and obedience to God are important principles we should follow in order to experience God’s amazing provision in our lives. Here are some great examples from the bible who will help us put this principle into practice in our own lives.

    Let us read 2 Corinthians 9:8, “Besides, God is able to make every blessing of yours overflow for you, so that in every situation you will always have all you need for any good work.” (ISV) As we continue to study the word ‘overflowing’ we realize that the scripture does not talk about this ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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