Sermons on Spiritual Disciplines:

Transformed Into The Image Of Christ Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 27, 2009

This sermon looks at three catalysts that God uses to transform us. I. God Uses PEOPLE To Transform Us. II. God Uses CIRCUMSTANCES To Transform Us. III. God Uses SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES To Transform Us. (Sermon 2 in this series)

Transformed Into The Image Of Christ Let me tell you right up front - the title of this sermon may be misleading to many of you. When I use the word “Transformed” – many of you think that being tranformed into the image of Christ is something that happens to you without any effort or input on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Training Vs Trying Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 4, 2015

If we are going to grow spiritually, we must move from just trying to grow, to training for growth.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Where are you spiritually today? Are you growing, is your faith exciting to you or are you bored and disconnected? • There are times when Christians struggle to grow in their faith. • Over time we see people who were excited about Jesus walk away. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spirituality Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 1, 2012

We are free in Christ, yes, but how is that freedom to be used? How can it be abused?

1 Corinthians 10:1-5 Spirituality 1/25/04 D. Marion Clark Introduction Let’s review the issue being addressed. The Corinth Church is abusing a correct doctrine, which is that we are free in Christ Jesus from having to observe regulations and restrictions in order to find favor with God. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Self-Control Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jul 15, 2005

The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 11) Self-control develops as we are CONNECTED TO CHRIST, DEVELOPS SEQUENTIALLY, and as we WORK AT IT. (See sermons in Word format at www.praiseag.org)

SELF-CONTROL The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 11) Galatians 5:22-23 • Galatians 5:22-23 (NIV) [22] But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, [23] gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. INTRODUCTION: We’re going to start ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Confession Is Good For The Soul Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 27, 2008

God’s call for you and I to confess. Part 11 of 13 on Spiritual Disc.

Spiritual Disciplines: Confession Sermon Number 11 March 9, 2008 John Ortberg tells the story about the time he and his wife Nancy bought their first piece of new furniture: a mauve sofa. He explained it was more the shade of Pepto-Bismol, but “mauve” sounded better. The furniture salesman ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Say? Thank You

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 10, 2003

In this message we will look at the spiirtual disicpline of thanksgiving. (The Life - part 7)

What Do Say? Thank You… The Life – part 7 Today is the one year anniversary of an incredible day at Central. The Sunday before Thanksgiving last year was the day of our miracle offering. It was an awesome day… After almost a year of planning we as a body brought our cash offering and our 3 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What I Really Need Is...spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 19, 2009

This is part one of a series of what we need from God to live a active and productive life for the kingdom of God.

What I really need is.... Disclaimer: This sermon prepared by prayer and credit given to Dr. Reeder for thoughts from his sermon. Selected Scriptures Mark 12:30 Hebrews 5:11-6:3 Introduction- I am beginning this morning a mini series called what I really need God is... I ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

In The Mornings /Take With Food Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 28, 2011

HOW WE BEGIN EACH DAY SPIRITUALLY HAS A SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON OUR SPIRITUAL HEALTH.

In the Mornings /Take with Food January 16th, 2011 Ephesians 3:14-19 INTRODUCTION Most of us begin the day wi breakfast. What do you prefer? Mom was Right! Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for everyone. Many studies have found ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Peril Of Not Progressing Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Apr 30, 2008

But if we don’t grow spiritually as we should, so what? Is spiritual growth really that essential? Is there a “danger” involved in not progressing spiritually?

The Peril of Not ProgressingHebrews 6:1-8Intro The normal Christian life is to be one of spiritual growth and progression.  Starting as babes in Christ, we feed on the milk of the word.  As our spiritual senses are exercised to discern good and evil, we are then able to progress to solid food.  In ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Woe To Them Who Are At Ease In Zion

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jan 15, 2008

Spiritual laziness.

Woe to Them Who are at Ease in Zion Amos 6:1 Woe [grievous distress, affliction, or trouble] to them that are at ease[no concern no labor unaffected apathy no love ] in Zion, and trust in the mountain of Samaria, which are named chief of the nations, to whom the house of Israel came! This ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cross We Take Up Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 27, 2022

These men had taken up their cross to follow Jesus. And that is the title of our sermon this morning. The Cross We Take Up.

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION THROUGH THE GATES OF SPLENDOR It was the summer of 1950 when Jim Elliot learned of the Auca Indians and many of the Quichua tribes living throughout the jungles of Ecuador. He was asked to consider a calling to preach the Gospel to these people. After learning their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-25, Romans 12:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Rich Young Ruler Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 3, 2023

When the rich young ruler comes to Jesus, we have a living example before the eyes of the disciples of the contrast. Here is someone willing to pay the price of spiritual discipline, yet someone who could not with childlike faith give his all to Christ.

What are some of the qualities that our present-day culture put’s value on? Our society values youth. The beauty industry capitalizes on the quest for the eternal youthfulness. They sell skin creams, facial packs, hair color and offer cosmetic surgery. It is all because people value ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-27, Matthew 19:16-30, Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: Baptist

Discover Your Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

It will NOT happen without the manifestation of the ‘Fruit of the Holy Spirit’ in our lives. This is necessary for the church’s health and effectiveness.

Opening illustration: You mail an expensive and wonderful gift to someone you love and adore but returns at your doorstep all soggy and wet ~ that’s what the contemporary church has been doing with God’s gift of the Holy Spirit. Introduction: Many people within the church have always confused ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pursuit For The Mind Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Oct 13, 2004

A closer look at growing in Christ by first taking control over what goes on in your head.

Pursuit for the Mind! Toy aisle with Grant- Wal-Mart Transformers Humans want to be more, to be a part of something bigger Christians are designed to transform, to become more This is called Spiritual Transformation and it starts in the mind 2 Disciplines of the Mind: 1. Meditation How many of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Maturing? SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 25, 2023

Striving to mature in your spiritual walk in Christ

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. I am delighted to see each one of you here today, gathered in the house of our Lord, eager to hear His word and grow in His love. As we come together in fellowship, let's take a moment to quiet our hearts, to set aside the cares of this world, and to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-11

Topics: Spiritual Growth