Sermons on Spiritual Diplomacy:

Concerning Spiritual Gifts Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 4, 2012

Do you have a spiritual gift? How would you know? How would you use it?

Introduction Do you have a gift? Do you possess a giftedness in some way that you can attribute it to God and through which you believe you are making a significant contribution to the church? If you are like most Christians, you may be modest about the subject; you may even be troubled by it, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Understanding Spiritual Progress

Contributed by Bishop(Dr) Sola Adetunji on Aug 1, 2013

A classical breakdown of the importance of spiritual maturity and how spiritual maturity can be measured and thereby attained.

Therefore leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ let us go on unto perfection…Heb 6:1 (KJV) The word rendered ‘perfection’ in the above text is called “adult understanding, spiritual maturity & mature teaching” by some other translations. That is to say ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Your Spiritual Inventory

Contributed by David Parks on Aug 6, 2013

The Bible commands us to test ourselves:

YOUR SPIRITUAL INVENTORY TEXT: 2 Corinthians 13:5 INTRODUCTION: 1. Warren Wiersbe tells about the time the late William Randolph Hearst sent out his agent to secure particular art pieces. After months of searching, the agent reported that he had finally found the treasures. They were in Mr. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Eating Disorders

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 25, 2013

Our media and our culture here in the United States has tried to fill our minds with pictures of what the ideal person should look like. This has led many to develop eating disorders, The same happens in a spiritual sense also.

Eating is a popular thing to do. I like to do it. I do it at least 3 times daily (sometimes more). We all need food to be healthy in this life and to be able to have the energy and strength to serve and love God. The way we eat, or don't eat, shows how devoted we are to being healthy physically. If ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:46-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Celebration Of Spiritual Maturity

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 27, 2013

Increasing faith, growing love, patient endurance, fulfilling God's good pleasure...

A CELEBRATION OF SPIRITUAL MATURITY. 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12. INTRODUCTION 1. Pauline Authorship (2 Thessalonians 1:1). 2. In/ from/ according to “God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ” (2 Thessalonians 1:1; 2 Thessalonians 1:2; 2 Thessalonians 1:12). 3. Greeting: “Grace and peace” (2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Increasing Spiritual Muscle

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 7, 2013

We pay good money to go to the gym and work out. The purpose is to get stronger and be healthier. We have SPIRITUAL MUSCLES too – FAITH! Here notice the subject, the desire, and the means of the apostles.

INCREASING SPIRITUAL MUSCLE Luke 17:5 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Dog Applicant 1. A police dog responded to an ad for work with the FBI. "Well," says the personnel director, "you'll have to meet some strict requirements. 2. First, you must type at least 60 words per minute." Sitting down at the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Joys Of Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Mar 17, 2009

As we grow as Christian’s we not only come to experience the joy that comes with it, but we also bring joy to the Lord, when He sees his children grow.

The Growing Christian Series The Joys of Spiritual Growth 2 Peter 3:18 Introduction There are many joys for the Christian. We can praise God for the joy of having our sins forgiven. We can rejoice in the blessed assurance of being his heirs. We can face the future with optimism because of our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

Authentic Spiritual Leadership

Contributed by Sean Lester on Mar 24, 2009

Paul demonstrates authentic leadership that unifies the church and leads the church to fulfilling its purpose of bringing people into the kingdom of God.

Authentic Spiritual Leadership Rev. Sean Lester March 22, 2009 pm Text: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21 Introduction: a. The Corinthian church had been in a crisis. Divisions had arisen over who the pre-eminent leaders were. Some said Paul, others said Apollos. But, Paul reveals to us in this passage ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Gifts Unmystified Series

Contributed by Tim White on Dec 5, 2011

Spiritual gifts are demonstrated when God chooses to supernaturally use someone outside of their personality type.

(Gotquestions.org) When people speak of spiritual gifts, the focus is often on questions like, “Do you know what your spiritual gift is?” or “Have you taken this spiritual gifts survey?” While the knowledge of one's gifting can be beneficial, we often lose sight of God's ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Earthly Vs. Spiritual

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 12, 2015

philippians

Earthly vs. Spiritual Philippians 3:17-21 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/earthlyvspiritual.html This chapter started with Paul as an accountant, then an athlete, and finally, realizing he is an alien in a foreign land. 1st 3 words of v. 18 and last 4 words of v. 19 tell the story. "For many ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Goal For For Spiritual Maturity Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Mar 2, 2014

There are several Character traits that we need to remember if we want to know whether we are in the right path towards Spiritual Maturity.

THE GOAL FOR FOR SPIRITUAL MATURITY MATTHEW 5:43-48 (NIV) "Love for Enemies 43 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor[i] and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 that you may be children of your Father in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Nazarene

Becoming Spiritually Mature Series

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Jan 11, 2015

Are there any common goals for all believers, and for the church? There is one all encompassing goal for every believer and for every church. It is to become conformed to the image of Jesus Christ.

Ephesians: Our Identity in Christ ~ Part 16 Becoming Spiritually Mature Ephesians 4:13-16 . . . until we all attain to the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a mature man, to the measure of the stature which belongs to the fullness of Christ. As a result, we are no ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:13-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Spiritual Growth Or Bust

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 15, 2016

Spiritual growth is not optional. Jesus never criticized too much faith, but too little. Sin is increasing; to compete we must increase. Our area of activity (evangelism) should be increasing! "Your faith is growing more and more!" 2 Th. 1:3. Let's grow!

“SPIRITUAL GROWTH OR BUST” INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I had a wedding last week & one this week, so a little wedding humor seems in order. 2. It was the day Victoria had been waiting for – her wedding day. Her father was a wealthy businessman. 3. At the culmination of the wedding, her father ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:3, 2 Thessalonians 3:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Every Spiritual Blessing

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 14, 2017

The analysis of every spiritual blessing in Ephesians 1:3 teaches us about our spiritual riches.

Scripture Last week I began a series of sermons on Ephesians 1 that I am calling, “God’s Supreme Purpose.” The Apostle Paul’s emphasis in chapter 1 is not on what we must do for salvation, but rather on what God has done for us in Christ. Ephesians 1 teaches us that we have been chosen and adopted ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Every Spiritual Blessing

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 14, 2017

The analysis of every spiritual blessing in Ephesians 1:3 teaches us about our spiritual riches.

Scripture Last week I began a series of sermons on Ephesians 1 that I am calling, “God’s Supreme Purpose.” The Apostle Paul’s emphasis in chapter 1 is not on what we must do for salvation, but rather on what God has done for us in Christ. Ephesians 1 teaches us that we have been chosen and adopted ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed