Sermons on Spiritual Children:

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is The Foundation For Ministering Effectively In The Anointing Of God

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 3, 2020

The absolute guiding principle of operating in God's anointing and spiritual gifts is starting from the foundation of love and the natural growth of the Fruit of the Spirit.

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” (Gal 5:22-23 NIV) Many years ago, I purchased an older ranch style home that needed fixing up. It had lots of potential and the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Corinthians 14:1, Philippians 4:7, Romans 8:29, 1 John 4:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ephesians Series - Part 1 - Introduction Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Dec 7, 2020

When I first studied through the book of Ephesians there was one out of the many sections that intrigued me…one section that amazed me...

When I first studied through the book of Ephesians there was one out of the many sections that intrigued me…one section that amazed me. It was found in chapter three. In this chapter the Apostle Paul writes about the stewardship of God’s grace that was given to him for the churches (vs. 2). What ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:2-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Last Raps Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 8, 2018

As he concludes his letter, the writer to the Hebrews reminds us to give special care to three relationships in our spiritual lives.

Last Raps (Hebrews 13:7-23) 1. A game warden catches an unlicensed fisherman in the act. "You're going to pay a big fine for all those fish in your bucket" But, officer, I didn't catch these -- they are my pet fish and I just bring them here to swim. When they're done they jump back into the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Transformed From Trash To Treasure

Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 19, 2018

We cannot go back in time to change the course of our lives up to this day. But we can go to Jesus to be transformed and to have our future re-directed. Jesus takes what is trash and turns into his precious treasure.

[Sermon preached on 17 June 2018, 4th Sunday after Pentecost / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] Have you ever wanted to go back in time? To go back to a point in time in your life just before something bad happened to you—something that you could have avoided? And you think: “If I had only thought ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Advent4c- Mary And Elizabeth Series

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 8, 2018

Mary and Elizabeth offer us some insights into the disciplines and practices of the interior life.

Our Gospel on this Fourth Sunday of Advent begins with: “Mary set out and traveled to the hill country in haste.” This reminds me of a sign I saw outside a church this morning, “Hurry in this Sunday to beat the Christmas rush.” Mary’s visit to Elizabeth recalls the importance of spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45

Denomination: Catholic

How Do You Overcome? Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Aug 5, 2018

Saints overcome the dragon with two, maybe unexpected, weapons-the blood of the Lamb and the word of their testimony.

Revelation 12 v. 7 And there was war in heaven, and Michael and his angels warred with the dragon, and the dragon warred with his angels 8. and he did not have strength, nor a was a place found for them any longer in heaven. 9. and the great dragon was thrown out, the old serpent, who is called the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-12

Denomination: *other

The Shoes Of Gospel Peace Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 26, 2021

As Christians, we are engaged in daily spiritual warfare. Heaven has not left us to fend off attacks under our own power, but has provided powerful spiritual resources for Life in the Combat Zone - The Armor of God

June 13, 2020 With the Belt of Truth holding everything together and the Breastplate of Righteousness protecting our hearts, let us move now to the 3rd piece of combat gear – The Shoes of Gospel Peace. Why is The Gospel of Peace found in the position of “The Shoes”? The Roman military “boot” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-15

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Most Important Exam

Contributed by Allan Quak on May 28, 2021

Paul calls us to examine ourselves. In this exam we don’t compare ourselves to others, we actively seek to bring about real changes in our lives and we place our eternal destiny into the hands of Jesus.

Message 2 Corinthians 13:5 “The Most Important Exam” I love being in ministry – and I love being the minister of NEC. Only one week ago Corianna and I returned from a four week absolutely amazing holiday. We really enjoyed our time. We are also thankful to be back home and continue our ministry ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Baptist

Doing Battle In Charity Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 12, 2021

Scripture reminds us to contend with others, Christian or not, with charity as our rule of engagement.

Homily for Monday of 11th week in Course 2 Cor 6: 1-10; Mt 5:38-42 There’s an old story that after the battle of Waterloo, someone was speaking to Lord Wellington about the superior courage of his soldiers. He is supposed to have said “our men were not braver than the enemy. They were brave five ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-10, Matthew 5:38-41, Psalm 98:1-4

Denomination: Catholic

4 Areas Of Growth In Life Series

Contributed by Peter Naveen Saketi on Jun 17, 2021

The ultimate goal for every believer is to become mature and be transformed into the Image of our Lord Jesus. From the time we get saved, we start to grow. But growing spiritually alone is enough? What about the other areas in life? Let us learn the lessons from the life of our Lord!

Luke 2:52 says that Jesus increased in Wisdom and stature and in Favor of God and men Here we see 4 areas of growth: 1. "In Wisdom" which is about Phycological Growth: - Jesus had shown His Wisdom all His life through His Words and Actions. He Himself is Wisdom! - What ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19, Ephesians 5:15, James 3:17, Proverbs 1:7, 1 John 1:7, 3 John 1:2, 1 Corinthians 1:30, John 2:13, 1 Timothy 4:11, James 1:5, Romans 12:17, Ecclesiastes 2:1, Galatians 5:16, Isaiah 40:31, John 10:10, Hosea 4:6, Titus 3:8, Luke 2:52  (view more)  (view less)

You Have To Get In The Ring To Win Part 3: Me Vs The World

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 21, 2021

This sermon involves dealing with our constant fight with the world. We will face the same 3 temptations that Jesus faced. Love not the world.

You Have To Get In The Ring To Win Me vs The World Proverbs 1:8-19 Luke 4:1-13 7/18/2021 We are continuing our boxing match line-up that we started two weeks ago. The first match was Me vs. Me. The second match was Me Vs. You. Today’s match is Me vs. The World, and next week it will be Me ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-19, Luke 4:1-13, 1 John 2:13-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dealing With The Demonic - Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 21, 2020

What The Enemy Can’t Do To A Born-Again Christian

A great debate has taken place in recent years within Christianity as to whether or not a genuine born-again Christian can be demon-possessed. Some claim that, while the spirit of a Christian could not be possessed by a demon, their body could house a demon. 1. The issue revolves primarily around ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:38, 1 Corinthians 6:15-18, John 2:19-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unfit For The Battle

Contributed by Grant Adams on Mar 6, 2020

The Christian life is a spiritual warfare. The success of any warfare depends on the soldiers as well as their Captain. Many soldiers in God's army are unfit for the battle.

This chapter contains the Law of God for the Israelites on the subject of battle. In this chapter, as God gives this law, He lists four classes of people who are unfit the battle. I. Those Whose Dedication is Incomplete 1. I’m concerned when I see so many Christians dedicated to everything but ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 20:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Water: Survival Or Salvation?

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Mar 11, 2020

water may maintain our bodies, but living water nourishes our soul

Jesus, tired out by his journey, was sitting by the well. It was about noon. A Samaritan woman came to draw water, and Jesus said to her, "Give me a drink." (His disciples had gone to the city to buy food.) The Samaritan woman said to him, "How is it that you, a Jew, ask a drink of ...read more

Scripture: John 4:6-15

Denomination: Episcopal

Prayer Warfare

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 15, 2021

In Ex. 17:8-13 we see prayer warfare in action: the battle was not determined by who had the superior force or the best trained men. The battle was decided in the spiritual realm. Prayer was decisive. It still is!

PRAYER WARFARE Exodus 17:8-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I remember the story of the lady who locked her keys in her car. She was parked right along a street. She didn’t know who to call, so she just prayed, “Dear Lord, I need you to send someone to help me get into my car. And if you can, send ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God