Sermons on Spiritual Development:

A Spiritual Bailout Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 3, 2019

This is the 5th sermon in the "Accounting" series from the Book of Ephesians.

Series: Accounting [#5] A SPIRITUAL BAILOUT Ephesians 2:1-7 Introduction: Paul began the book of Ephesians with a song of praise; then he continued with a powerful prayer. In our text today, Paul begins to preach a sermon. Paul begins his sermon with a description of what we once were. Paul ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Gifts: Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 21, 2017

The Holy Spirit: Learn, Unlearn, Relearn Spiritual Gifts: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

The Holy Spirit: Learn, Unlearn, Relearn Spiritual Gifts: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 David Taylor March 19, 2017 We are in the midst of our series, The Holy Spirit: Learn, Unlearn, and Relearn. The elders goal for this series is for us to gain a better understanding of the work of the Spirit in our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Body

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 26, 2017

When Christ returns the dead in Christ and those alive will have their physical bodies transformed into spiritual ones.

OUR RESURRECTION BODY Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 1 Corinthians 15:35-58 Ever since God spoke the words “dust you are, dust you will return” (Genesis 3:19) humanity has been waiting to see how the soul is to be clothed upon Christ’s return. While the physical body is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:35-58

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Slumber Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jun 29, 2023

It is a state of spiritual lethargy where one feels uninspired and lacks motivation to pursue their spiritual journey. It is a state of spiritual neglect where one may feel lost, unfulfilled, and lacking purpose.

SPIRITUAL SLUMBER. Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, June 29, 2023 1 Peter 5:8–9 (ESV): 8 Be sober-minded and watchful. Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. 9 Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Growth

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Nov 15, 2023

o Do you have an intentional plan for your own spiritual growth? o Do you know what spiritual growth is? o Have you asked God how you can serve in His church and in His Kingdom.

Last week after our church meeting, Crystal prayed us out, and as she was praying the word “nesting” came to her. What a perfect way to describe the situation for CPC and perhaps THE church as well. Also, during our meeting, discipleship was discussed. CPC is a young church in terms of our launch ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18, 1 Corinthians 3:3, Colossians 1:9-10

The Spiritual Motherhood Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 1, 2023

To become mothers of Christ, we must internalize and make Mary's prayer our own: "Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your word" (Luke 1:38).

The spiritual motherhood of Christ is an exalted state attained by embracing a resounding "yes" to God, even in the face of seemingly impossible demands, echoing the divine calling that turned Mary into a virgin mother. To become mothers of Christ, we must internalize and make Mary's ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Other

Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Feb 18, 2024

New Testament verses

1 Corinthians 14:3 But one who prophesies speaks to men for edification and exhortation and consolation. Ephesians 5:19 speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody with your heart to the Lord; Colossians 3:16 Let the word of Christ richly dwell ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Spiritual Refreshing

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 5, 2024

It is when we are refreshed spiritually that can make such a big difference

Well Good Morning Church! Thank you for joining us here today! There is nothing like a nice glass of lemonade on a hot summer day. For others, it is jumping into a cold pool. There are many things that can refresh us: for some it is laughing, while for others singing, and yet others get ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spiritual Contentment Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 14, 2024

SPIRITUAL CONTENTMENT

Psalm 32:1-11 SPIRITUAL CONTENTMENT I. THE POSSIBILITY OF SPIRITUAL CONTENTMENT - 1-2 i. The Defination of Spiritual Contentment - Freedom from Transgression - “to cross a line.” rebellion - Pictures Sin as Defiance. 1 Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, Sin - “missing the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Holiness

Spiritual Suicide

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Sep 16, 2023

September is Suicide Prevention Month. It is a serious issue that impacts so many. However the great tragedy are those who commit spiritual suicide.

Spiritual Suicide Matthew 16:24-26 Intro. September is Suicide Awareness Month. From the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration https://www.samhsa.gov/ “September marks National Suicide Prevention Month – a month to remember the lives lost to suicide, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26, John 3:36

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritually Mature

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 28, 2022

One of the easiest things in the world to do is to assume something.

For example: • If we read that one POLITICIAN is corrupt, it is easy for us to assume that all politicians are corrupt • If we read that one DOCTOR is corrupt, it is easy for us to assume that all doctors are corrupt • If we read that one CAR DEALER is corrupt, it is easy for us to assume that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

For Spiritual Power Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Feb 4, 2024

Paul was writing from prison yet prayed for the church that they gain spiritual power. What is this power and how can it empower us today?

One of Terri’s all-time favorite movies is Aladdin. Now, I’m not talking about the live-action remake. If you’re going to watch Aladdin with her, it had better be the original Disney cartoon. The villain of the movie was Jafar, the grand vizier of Agraba. Jafar was the chief advisor, second in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Thermodynamics Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 15, 2024

Multiply and grow through faith in God’s Word, opposition, and obedience to God.

In The Last Days Newsletter, Leonard Ravenhill tells about a group of tourists visiting a picturesque village. They walked by an old man sitting beside a fence, and one of them asked, “Were any great men born in this village?” The old man replied, “Nope, only babies” (Leonard Ravenhill, The Last ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:28, Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 1:8, Matthew 16:18, Acts 8:1-4, Acts 5:29, Exodus 1:1-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Spiritual Eclipses

Contributed by David Simpson on Aug 23, 2017

Comparing the solar eclipse to spiritual eclipses such as denial and delay and distractions. Also an emphasis on the return of the SON as compared to the eclipse of the sun.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church August 20, 2017 David Simpson Spiritual Eclipses Revelation 1:7; 1 Thessalonians 5:2 1 Thessalonians 5:2 – “…for you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night.” Monday is the day! Rain or shine, the total solar eclipse ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:7, 1 Thessalonians 5:2, Revelation 22:20-21

Denomination: Christian Church

Spiritual Fruit Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 24, 2015

Your life should be more than a flurry of activity. You were meant to produce spiritual fruit. Paul uses the imagery of fruit trees to illustrate this. What you want out of a fruit tree is fruit. In the Christian life what we want is spiritual fruit.

Wouldn’t it be great if every time that you received a harsh criticism you returned it with a response of kindness? That is what it is like for the believer who has the fruit of the Spirit manifested in their life. Wouldn’t it be great the next time you are wronged, instead of rage ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Baptist