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  • Steven Chapman avatar

    Preparing For Spiritual Breakthrough

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 14,300 views

    In these verses, there are at least three indicators of how believers prepared for and displayed openness to the Holy Spirit acting powerfully through their lives and through the church.

    Preparing for Spiritual Breakthrough Acts 1:13ff It is the model church. Members of the church are involved in daily sharing their faith, so that friends, family and associates were making regular decisions for Christ. On two occasions the church has had a crowd of thousands making a first time ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Spiritual Efficiency And Effectiveness

    Contributed by David Richardson on Aug 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,502 views

    Spiritual activities naturally and supernaturally lend themselves to maintaining one’s personal spirituality, but when we’re confronted by a very common, boring, or repetitive activity…like driving, our spirituality tends to slip down a notch.

    Spiritual Inefficiency John 13:17, Now that you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them. Have you ever noticed either yourself or someone else’s inability to remain spiritual when doing certain activities? For example, we can be all spiritual in a prayer meeting, but what about ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Spiritual Discipline Of Fasting Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Feb 21, 2006
    based on 36 ratings
     | 54,333 views

    Fasting can make us hungry for more of God

    Tilling the Soil of the Soul February 19, 2006 Fasting Matthew 6:16-18 Last week I spoke from the story of the transfiguration in Mark 9. When Jesus and the three disciples come down from the mountain, there is a crowd waiting for them. There is a little boy who has been terrorized by a ...read more

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    Timing In Spiritual Warfare

    Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 3, 2021
     | 4,298 views

    David had already defeated them once, you’d think he’d feel confident he could ‘do it again.’ But David inquired of the Lord, and God told him to circle behind them and wait for the sound of angels marching before he attacked!

    TIMING IN SPIRITUAL WARFARE 2 Sam. 5:17-24 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A doctor had trouble with his plumbing. The pipes in his bathroom began to leak. The leak became bigger and bigger. 2. Even though it was 2 A.M. the doctor decided to call his plumber. Naturally the plumber was upset at being ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • George Bannister avatar

    The Meaning Of Spiritual Giftedness Series

    Contributed by George Bannister on Nov 21, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 6,093 views

    Sermon discusses the Biblical basic that every believer is spiritually gifted, and the purpose of those gifts.

    TEXT: Ephesians 4:7-16 ETS: The Lord has given grace gifts to every believer. ESS: Every believer is to use his God-given spiritual gifts within the body of Christ. OSS: Believers will commit to serve through the church. PQ: What does the Bible teach about spiritual gifts? UW: Statements TOPIC: The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Perseverance Is A Spiritual Weapon

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 18, 2025
     | 215 views

    Win by persevering to the end.

    Perseverance is a Spiritual Weapon Florence May Chadwick was an American swimmer who was the first woman to swim the English Channel in both directions. In 1952, Florence was the first woman to attempt to swim the 26 miles between Catalina Island and the California coastline. As she began, she was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Beyond The Death Of Your Child

    Contributed by Carlton Coon on Aug 25, 2024
     | 2,440 views

    Funeral Sermon for an infant.

    Beyond the Death of Your Child On a number of occasions I’ve stood in situations similar to this. From the age of infants the same age to adult children who fell prey to addiction. I’ve never felt adequate to the moment. There are no right words that eliminate the pain. I have a theology that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Call To Spiritual Maturity Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 21, 2021
     | 3,467 views

    Timothy was called to be a church leader and were given instructions to be an example to many as he matured spiritually and all Christians are to do the same!

    Next week will be our last public worship service; but, no matter where we all end up, we must stay faithful to Jesus Christ for He is faithful to us forever! I will repeat it again next week my final message to you: Stay faithful to Jesus Christ as He is faithful to us forever and we will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Praying For Spiritual Insight Series

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 18, 2025
     | 102 views

    This sermon explores Paul's primary prayer for believers: that the glorious God would grant us a spirit of wisdom and revelation, not for greater intellect, but for a deeper, more intimate, personal knowledge of Him.

    Introduction Anyone who has tried to navigate the streets of Metro Manila knows that a simple map is often not enough. A map can show you the names of the roads, but it can't tell you about the real-time traffic, the sudden one-way schemes, or the streets that are prone to flooding. To truly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Staying Spiritually Alert Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 21, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 480 views

    In this end-time season, spiritual alertness is no longer optional—it is essential. The world is full of distractions, temptations, and unseen spiritual battles that require believers to be vigilant at all times.

    STAYING SPIRITUALLY ALERT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Peter 5:8-9 Supporting Texts: Matthew 26:40-41, Romans 13:11-14, 1 Thessalonians 5:6-8, Ephesians 6:10-18, Revelation 3:2-3 INTRODUCTION: In this end-time season, spiritual alertness is no longer optional—it is essential. The world ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Becoming Spiritually Minded

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025
     | 238 views

    To be spiritually minded is to have a mindset, attitude, and focus that is governed by the Holy Spirit and the Word of God.

    BECOMING SPIRITUALLY MINDED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:6 Supporting Texts: Colossians 3:1-2, Philippians 2:5, 1 Corinthians 2:14-16, Galatians 5:16-17, Isaiah 26:3 INTRODUCTION: To be spiritually minded is to have a mindset, attitude, and focus that is governed by the Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Spiritual Abuse - Shame Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Aug 23, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,392 views

    Have you ever had the "shame dogs" sicced upon you by a preacher? What is the power of shame? Why is it not biblical?

    Week 2 – Spiritual Abuse – Shame Systems Power is always at the source of every conflict, every control mechanism and every abuse issue. Power is at the heart of parent-child conflict, husband-wife argument, and just about every war that has been fought. Children are born and at just a few ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Spiritual Warfare: Declassified

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 27, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,866 views

    Satan doesn’t want you to think about spiritual things. Rather, he only wants us to dwell on our own selfish desires. Avoid the temptation to delay any thoughts of spiritual self-examination, and make it a priority to encourage others for self-examination

    Opening illustration: During any war, the enemy’s strategy is to conceal/hide some important information from the adversary so that they will not be successful in their endeavor. In fact the enemy will try to subdue the adversary so that they succumb to defeat. The information that they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sensitivity To Spiritual Things Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 14, 2003
    based on 70 ratings
     | 5,915 views

    3rd in a series on the seven Churches in Revelation. Looking at characteristics that help us have a positive presence in our community and in our church.

    EVERYBODY IS KNOWN FOR SOMETHING Sensitivity to Spiritual Things Revelation 2:12-17 REVIEW: Jesus and Knowledge -- Awareness of principles and characteristics the produce a positive image -- Understanding of the process involved for us to have a positive image -- Willingness to take us through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Stewardship Of Spiritual Gifts Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Oct 30, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,351 views

    God has given each believer a spiritual gift. Are you using yours?

    Today we will be talking about stewardship of our spiritual gifts. Let’s start off by asking this question. If you know what your spiritual gift(s) are would you raise your hand. The first step in good stewardship is knowing and identifying your spiritual giftedness. 1 Peter 4:10-11 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational