Sermons on Spiritual Development:

The Call To Christian Advocacy For Good Governance And Sustainable Development In Africa

Contributed by Rev Dr Opuni-Frimpong Kwabena on Apr 5, 2019

Church leaders must pay attention to Christian Advocacy Ministry.

THE CALL TO CHRISTIAN ADVOCACY FOR GOOD GOVERNANCE AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN AFRICA THE BIBLE, GOOD GOVERNANCE AND ADVOCACY The new nation Israel was given instruction about governance, power and justice. The Lord instructed them, ‘you shall appoint judges and officers in all your towns that ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:18-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Encouragement To Engage In Ministry

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 13, 2023

It would be a tragedy for believers to possess biblical knowledge and spiritual giftedness, and yet never use that knowledge and giftedness for the advancement of the Kingdom. Many churches are stagnant and dead spiritually because they focus upon the wrong things.

Encouragement to Engage in Ministry Ephesians 3: 14-19 Some of you are probably like me when it comes to technology. I am certainly not an expert in the field of computers and programming. I am unfamiliar with all that goes into writing code, software, and the development of apps on my phone. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

Transformation Through Listening

Contributed by John Vella on Mar 2, 2001

Stop, Look, Listen...Listening is an important key to developing our spiritual lives.(Second Sunday of Lent - C)

Seeds for Sowing, Vol. V, Issue 2, No. 16 Second Sunday in Lent - Year C March 11, 2001 Readings: * Gen. 15:5-12, 17-18 * Phil. 3:17 - 4:1 * Lk. 9:28 - 36 Transformation Through Listening Stop, Look, Listen When we come to a railroad crossing that doesn’t have any signals or flashing lights, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Catholic

Jesus Grew

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Mar 26, 2020

Have you been saved? Great. But that's only the beginning. Jesus had to learn obedience and effective ministry. Are you on the path to becoming a useful disciple for God?

Last week we looked at a touching moment in Jesus’ infancy. His parents brought their infant son to the temple to be dedicated to God. They wanted nothing but God’s best for their special son. And in the temple God brought them across the path of one of his true saints, Simeon, who loved their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40

Remembering Our Spiritual Fathers And Building Up On Our Spiritual Heritage

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Mar 13, 2008

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT REMEMBERING OUR SPIRITUAL FATHERS AND BUILDING UP ON OUR SPIRITUAL HERITAGE

REMEMBERING OUR SPIRITUAL FATHERS AND BUILDING UP ON OUR SPIRITUAL HERITAGE ****************************************************************************************** OUTLINE 1. WE MUST REMEMBER AND FOLLOW THE GOOD EXAMPLE OF OUR SPIRITUAL FATHERS 2. THE GOD OF OUR FATHERS IS FAITHFUL FROM ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Overcoming Your Spiritual Handicap

Contributed by Mark Atherton on Mar 29, 2001

A look at the steps of salvation

Overcoming Your Spiritual Handicap Luke 5:17-26 1. Recognition of need verses 18-19 Hungry peopole find food. God hungry people find God. 2. Knew where to go. verse 18--"to lay him before Jesus" 3. Removed something. verse 19--Example of repentance. Something must be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Holiness

Spiritual Somnambulism Or Living On Tiptoe?

Contributed by David Anderson on May 5, 2001

God calls us and empowers us to be wide awake workers giving all for His Kingdom.

 Sermon: "Living on Tiptoe" Rev. Anderson Mark 13:32-27 1 Thes. 5:1-11 + + + The King is Coming! Here again the words of the coming King: “What I say to you, I say to everyone: ’Watch!’" (Mark 13:37 NIV) I’m about to say a word, and I want you to see if ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:37, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Passing The Torch Of Spiritual Leadership

Contributed by Rick Bartosik on May 23, 2001

Joshua’s words to a new generation apply to each one of us who desires to be the kind of leader God wants us to be.

"Passing the Torch of Spiritual Leadership" Joshua 23:1-11 Commencement Address Dr. Rick Bartosik International College and Graduate School May 15, 1999 INTRODUCTION: President Harvey Ching, members of the board, fellow faculty members and staff, alumni, families, friends and graduates of the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 23:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Feeds The Spiritually Hungry

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

To lead the people to understand that just as the Lord provided manna for the Israelites in the Old Testament so He provides Christ as our New Testament manna.

Food for Hungry Travelers (Exodus 16:1-20) 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand that just as the Lord provided manna for the Israelites in the Old Testament so He provides Christ as our New Testament manna. Illustration:One morning R.C. Chapman, a devout Christian, was asked how he was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

For Seekers Of Every Spiritual Blessing

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 14, 2001

Know that God wants to bless with tremendous blessings (past, present, future)and it gives Him pleasure to do so.

For Seekers of Every Spiritual Blessing by Andrew Chan, PBC Vancouver, BC Ephesians 1:3-14 “…blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing…” Is it true? Many perhaps wonder where is this blessing. How can God be blessing. Look at the world… not much blessing, … But from the very beginning ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Spiritual Revival Is A Dangerous Pursuit Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 3, 2001

ADVOCATES FOR SPIRITUAL REVIVAL MUST ALSO PRAY FOR PERSONAL PROTECTION

BIG IDEA: ADVOCATES FOR SPIRITUAL REVIVAL MUST ALSO PRAY FOR PERSONAL PROTECTION INTRODUCTION: David certainly qualifies as an Advocate for Spiritual Revival I. (:1-2) ADVOCATES FOR SPIRITUAL REVIVAL MUST SEEK GOD’S EAR IN PRAYER AS PART OF THEIR DAILY SACRIFICE OF WORSHIP A. Listen to My ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 141:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Job Description Of A Spiritual Leader Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001

WHAT THE CHURCH NEEDS MOST OF ALL ARE SPIRITUAL LEADERS WHO WILL PERSEVERE IN PRACTICING GODLINESS AND PROCLAIMING SOUND DOCTRINE

BIG IDEA: WHAT THE CHURCH NEEDS MOST OF ALL ARE SPIRITUAL LEADERS WHO WILL PERSEVERE IN PRACTICING GODLINESS AND PROCLAIMING SOUND DOCTRINE INTRODUCTION: Context: Yes, it is important for men and women to fulfill their God-ordained roles in the church; Yes, it is important for the qualifications ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Dealing With A Spiritual Identity Crisis

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Jul 8, 2001

Examines the contrasts between who the world says we are and who Christ says we are.

DEALING WITH A SPIRITUAL IDENTITY CRISIS 1 PETER 2:9 We live in a world that is full of people who are lost… We live in a world where many believe that they simply don’t fit in… We live in a world were many people are searching for a sense of belonging to someone or something… We live in a time ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9, Revelation 1:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be A Spiritual Stretcher Bearer

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1). We can bring people to Christ without committees but not without sheer determination.

1). We can bring people to Christ without committees but not without sheer determination. It may take years and numerous attempts but resolute determination will eventually accomplish the will of God. 2). We can bring people to Christ by all kinds of mean as long as we are willing to innovate. Do ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Contrasting The Carnal And Spiritually Minded

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Use the following check list of criterion to evaluate your own spiritual progress in putting away the old sinful nature and putting on Christ’s characteristics into all areas of your heart, soul, emotions, mind and behavior:

Carnallv Minded People Focus on selfish interests that concentrates only on their own individual concerns at the exclusion of the needs of others They are habitually jealous of what others have. They are suspicious of others or inclined to believe the worst of everyone and everything. They are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational