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I John 2:12-14 gives three levels of spiritual maturity, “Children, Young Men, and Fathers.”
“Spiritual Fathers” I John 2:12-14 Today we honor fathers. One thing that helps us as parents is not to take life or our children too seriously. Having lots of humor keep us on track. A father was reading Bible stores to his young son. He read, “The man named Lot was warned to take his wife ...read more
Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14
Denomination: Free Methodist
Our society hurts today, many children have a dad but there are few fathers... Men arise and take a child and love...
WE NEED SPIRITUAL FATHERS... SPIRITUAL SONS... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. THERE MANY BE MANY DADS, BUT THERE ARE NOT MANY FATHERS... 1 Cor. 4:15 For though ye have ten thousand instructers in Christ, yet have ye not many fathers: for in Christ Jesus I have begotten you ...read more
Scripture: Malachi 4:6
Denomination: Assembly Of God
What a blessing to have spiritual fathers in the faith to point us to God. Be one for someone!
Happy Father’s Day Dads! Since today is Father’s day, I thought we might look at our lesson in light of a father’s message to his son and draw some lessons from that perspective. Paul speaks of Timothy as his son four times in the letters of 1 and 2 Timothy. You might even get the impression ...read more
Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-26, Acts 16:1-3
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
SOCIETY TODAY IS TRYING TO DO AWAY WITH THE FATHER IN THE HOME, BUT REPORTS SHOW THAT WHEN THE FATHER IS MISSING FROM THE HOME, CHILDREN’S LIVES ARE GREATLY AFFECTED IN A VERY NEGATIVE WAY.
GOD’S GREAT PLAN FOR FATHERS: SCRIPTURAL REFERENCE: LUKE 1:1-11 ------------------------------------------------------ INTRODUCTION: NOT VERY LONG AGO, A SCHOOL IN NEW YORK SENT HOME A LETTER TO THE PARENTS OF THEIR STUDENTS EXPLAINING THEIR OUTLAWING OF FAMILY HOLIDAYS. IN THEIR LETTER THEY ...read more
Scripture: Luke 1:1-11
This sermon explores Paul's role as a spiritual father, his teaching methods, and his pursuit of Christlikeness in 1 Corinthians 4:13-21.
Good morning, beloved family. It's always a privilege to gather together in the presence of our Lord. We're here to share in the Word of God, to be nourished by its truth, to be challenged by its wisdom, and to be comforted by its promises. As we turn to the pages of Scripture today, we find ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:13-21
Topics: Paul, Spiritual Father
Yet Paul refers to himself as a spiritual father.
31A Best-selling author Liz Curtis Higgs tells about a lady from Texas named Mae who confessed to doing something that was quite embarrassing. She says that a few years ago she and her husband invited a couple to their home for dinner. The couple brought a pot of tulips as a gift. She says the ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12
Denomination: Catholic
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
In today's lesson we learn about the characteristics of a spiritual father.
Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is knowing the characteristics of a spiritual father. Let’s learn about this in a message I am calling, “Like ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:14-21
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
Three aspects of a Spiritual Father from 1 John 1:12-14: Humility, Prayer, Love
Three Aspects of a Father VCC 10/1/95 Introduction There are different seasons and times in natural and spiritual, now is a time for engathering, a time God wants to build the church Acts 1--a time for waiting Acts 2--a time of outpouring Acts 5:14--adding to their number Acts ...read more
Scripture: 1 John 1:12-14
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Timothy’s father was a heathen, and he was teaching his son the ways of the Greeks. But Paul became his spiritual father and taught Timothy the ways of the Lord. Which father are you?
But His Father Was a Greek By Pastor Jim May In the life of every child there are two people who, above all others in their lives, stand out as examples for them to follow. Nearly all of the lessons learned in the early years of childhood are learned from those two people. From Mom and Dad they ...read more
Scripture: Acts 16:1-3
Denomination: Independent/Bible
Paul here explains what it meant that he was a spiritual father to the Cornithians and therein gives us insight into how we can impact others.
The Heart Of The Passage: “Paul is a spiritual father to the Corinthians.” - v. 15. - There are two ways to become a spiritual father. One is to be part of birthing someone to new life. The second is to raise a spiritual child into a spiritual adult (an adoption type of situation). - In both ...read more
Denomination: Baptist
You may be struggling through a difficult situation, uncertain of the future,troubled in your spirit,or struggling with sin. Open up your heart and let God embrace you and Bring you Spiritual Joy A joy like no other
SPIRITUAL JOY This morning I want to talk about a common experience That comes from an uncommon source It happens in heaven and on earth It can happen in the womb or even on ones death bed It is a powerful motivator That can come in small packages or in big events It is with us all the time Yet it ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16, Luke 1:28-45
The Christian has two spiritual fathers: God and Abraham. The blessing and promises of God to Abraham become our inheritance in Christ!
The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, the God of our fathers… Why do you hear this line so often in the Bible? Who are these men of God, and what makes them so important that their names are scattered all over the Bible in both the old and new Testaments? They are all forefathers of Jesus ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18
"This sermon explores the importance of spiritual fatherhood in the Kingdom, emphasizing the impact of a father’s guidance on spiritual and financial well-being. It highlights the biblical foundation for spiritual fatherhood and its connection to aligning with God’s financial principles."
Introduction In the spiritual journey, God’s design for His people is not to walk in isolation, but to thrive in the context of family—a spiritual family where guidance, mentorship, and accountability are not just beneficial but essential for growth. The concept of spiritual fatherhood is central ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:15
Denomination: Other
Three groups of persons within the family of faith are addressed. What is said of each group doesn’t appear to be age related. These groups may represent different levels of Christian maturity within the community. We could call them three stages of spir
1 JOHN 2: 12-14 [LIFE, LIGHT & LOVE SERIES] SPIRITUAL STAGES [Ephesians 6:10-20] In the introduction or prologue John indicated that the general purpose of his letter was to help believers mature into Christ-likeness. Having laid down the ...read more
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