Sermons on Spiritual Fathers:

A Man You Need To Know - Barnabas

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 14, 2016

A Father's Day Sermon about a man we need to know, Barnabas.

Father’s Day - Barnabas Acts 4:32-37 June 19, 2016 We were on our way back from a college visit. We left the campus, started driving towards home, driving through country roads and my gas tank was flashing a big 0 on it. I don’t really like to fill my gas tank. There were no gas ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Spirit Pt 5 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 10, 2015

Fifth in a series of messages exploring what it means to live in the power of the Holy Spirit

“Life in the Spirit” Part Five I. Life in the Spirit Many Christians have little knowledge or experience with the Holy Spirit. Relationship with the unseen Spirit of God sent to reside in the core of our being appears all through the New Testament. That relationship is the key to fruitful life ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Attitudes For Effective Prayer

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 7, 2009

The underlying attitudes/orientation taught in the Lord’s Prayer are examined.

Attitudes for Effective Prayer Matthew 6:9-13 9-6-09 Our subject this morning is prayer. Do you have questions about prayer? What needs to happen so that our prayers get answered? What do we need to do differently? What are we doing right? What is the right way to pray? Let’s begin exploring ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Charismatic

Family Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 27, 2014

Two-fold: first, to recognize that the relationships/inter-connections within this church family are first and foremost a product of the redeeming, providential work of God the Father. Secondly, the result of this reality should be a response of celebra

WAC2BL: Family Scripture Text: Ephesians 1.3-8 INTRODUCTION Aren’t families a funny-thing!?! They come in all-kinds of shapes-and-sizes ~ …each with a different-personality-and-style! For-example, you’ve got Ray-and-Deborah Barone (of Everyone Loves Raymond), …on the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-8

Denomination: Nazarene

God Does Amazing Things

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 4, 2015

What did they do that we can learn from? First, they asked God to teach them what to do. Second, they committed themselves to obedience. Third, they kept an attitude of worship.

LIFE OF SAMSON: GOD DOES AMAZING THINGS JUDGES 13:1-25 INTRODUCTION… Amazing Story 1 (p) I remember the time I wrecked my dad’s car… I have tried to forget the details, but it was a mistake I made that I did not really learn from because I have had 2 accidents since that one ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Pray For Your Kids

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Jul 29, 2004

ATTENTION: Moms & Dads! Start praying specifically and effectively for your children. This message will equip the Parent to pray intentionally. Easy to ppt outline. Great Mother’s Day or Father’s Day message.

"How to pray for the next generation" Suggested Message for Mother’s or Father’s Day By Pastor Bob & Cambria Hunter EASY TO P.P.T. OUTLINE: What should I say when I pray for my children? Three prayerful suggestions: * A hand of protection to cover them * A sense of purpose to guide ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Holiness

World Shakers And History Makers Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 19, 2023

To be a world shaker and a history maker requires us to get into the cosmic war between good and evil – to fight for the truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to stand up to a wicked society trying to destroy our families and children.

Sermon: World Shakers – History Makers Thesis: To be a world shaker and a history maker requires us to get into the cosmic war between good and evil – to fight for the truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to stand up to a wicked society trying to destroy our families and children. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9, Ephesians 6:10-12, Acts 17:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Can Keep Us From Falling Victim To Spiritual Manipulators

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit keeps us from becoming satisfied while trying to please people.

1. The Holy Spirit keeps us from becoming satisfied while trying to please people. The Spirit only gives us lasting fulfillment when we seek to please God. Paul addresses this problem in the Galatian church when he writes, "Am I now trying to win the approval of men, or of God? Or am I trying to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Should I Respond To Humanists Who Play Down The Role Of The Spiritual World?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Kindly teach people that Christ’s gospel is supernatural in origin, wisdom and truth. Paul wrote, "I want you to know brothers, that the gospel I preached is not something that man made up. I did not receive it from any man, nor was I taught it; rather, I

1. Kindly teach people that Christ’s gospel is supernatural in origin, wisdom and truth. Paul wrote, "I want you to know brothers, that the gospel I preached is not something that man made up. I did not receive it from any man, nor was I taught it; rather, I received it by revelation from Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matthew 13:10-17 – How To Guage Your Spiritual Apathy – Part 3 Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jan 13, 2011

The sounds of the city snatches away our attention and the persistent voice of Christ’s love fights to be heard above the collective sighs of our APATHY. Just like the parable of the Sower and the Soils.

Matthew 13:10-17 – HOW TO GUAGE YOUR SPIRITUAL APATHY – Part 3 We visited the Opera House in Sydney not long ago. Thousands of people on foot! I am reminded that there is a spiritual INDIFFERENCE that walks the concrete footpaths of my city and what Christ has to say is often swept away or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

20 Spiritual Steps That May Indicate God Did Not Approve Your Spouse For Marriage: Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 3, 2024

Follow these traits and be careful and discern before you marry.

1. _Lack of Peace_: You feel a persistent lack of peace or unease about the relationship. (Colossians 3:15) 2. _No Confirmation_: You do not receive confirmation from God through prayer, fasting, or seeking counsel. (Romans 8:14) 3. _Red Flags_: You notice red flags, such as a history of abuse, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15, Proverbs 12:17

Guarding Against Spiritual Adversaries: Transformed By Truth 1 Peter 5:8-9 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 23, 2024

In 1 Peter 5:8-9, the apostle Peter provides invaluable insights into guarding against spiritual adversaries. In a world filled with challenges and temptations, these verses illuminate the importance of spiritual vigilance and the transformative power of God's truth.

Guarding Against Spiritual Adversaries: Transformed by Truth 1 Peter 5:8-9 Introduction: Today we delve into the profound words of 1 Peter 5:8-9, where the apostle Peter provides invaluable insights into guarding against spiritual adversaries. In a world filled with challenges and temptations, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-9, 1 Peter 5:8, Ephesians 6:11, James 4:7, 1 Peter 5:9, 1 Corinthians 16:13, Psalm 28:7, 2 Corinthians 1:7, Romans 8:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fix The Fight PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 9, 2023

Explore the concept of spiritual warfare, emphasizing that our struggle is not against physical entities but spiritual forces, and seeks to equip the congregation with understanding and strategies to navigate this spiritual battle.

Good morning, Church Family! I hope you’ve come ready to dive into God’s word because we have a timely and necessary topic to unpack today. We’re going to be talking about something that affects every single one of us, whether we recognize it or not: Spiritual Warfare. A.W. Tozer once said, "We are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Topics: Warfare

Fasting

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 6, 2007

Spiritual discipline of fasting

Fasting Spiritual Disciplines An Adult Christian Education Class of RCEFC Based on Celebration of Discipline by Richard J. Foster Intro: Fasting – fallen into disrepute Out to step with the times – Fast foods Disregard for fasting: “…I could not find a single book published on the subject of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Jesus Wants To Give You The Best Life Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 14, 2019

The Christian life is the best life anyone can ever have... 1. Jesus gives us the best freedom (vs. 31-36). 2. Jesus gives us the best Father (vs. 37-47). 3. Jesus gives us the best future (vs. 51).

Jesus Wants to Give You the Best Life The Gospel of John John 8:31-51 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - January 18, 2017 (Revised September 14, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Here in John 8, the major Feast of the Tabernacles had just ended in Jerusalem. A large crowd was still in the city, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-51

Denomination: Baptist