Sermons on Spiritual Force:

Spiritual Disciplines - Prayer (1) Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 30, 2021

Using spiritual disciplines to help us grow in Christ. Looking at Prayer as one means.

Spiritual Disciplines - Prayer May 2, 2021 Prayer There’s a story about a small town that had been historically “dry,” it was alcohol free. A bar was going to open on Main Street and upon hearing the news, the only church in town organized an all-night prayer meeting, asking God to intervene. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-2, Mark 1:35, Luke 6:12

Denomination: Baptist

#2 No Shortcuts To Spiritual Maturity Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 17, 2019

John prophesied that he baptized with water, but Jesus would baptize with the Holy Spirit. This sermon answers 3 questions: WHAT is the baptism with the Holy Spirit?; WHEN did it occur?; what does this mean to us?

No Shortcuts to Spiritual Maturity Series: Mark, Sermon 2 Chuck Sligh November 17, 2019 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:8, Acts 1:5, 1 Corinthians 12:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Partnership That Brings Spiritual Power Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 27, 2019

Using Mary and the birth of Christ, this sermon explores the partnership of our willingness and the Holy Spirit's power to bring about amazing results.

SEEING THE POWER OF GOD: God’s vision for Mary involves a combination of her willingness and the Holy Spirit’s power. - Luke 1:35. - In this situation, it means that Mary’s humble willingness to trust and serve team up with God’s power. The result is the miraculous birth of the Savior. - In the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Challenge To Eat Right (Spiritually) Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jan 6, 2020

In this world, we, as Christians, eat a whole lot of junk that the world says tastes really good.

Introduction One of the biggest challenges as a parent is to get your young child to eat right. They want to eat junk. When your child hits the preteen age, their favorite food is not broccoli but McDonald Chicken nuggets (for some reason all kids love McDonald chicken nuggets). Once again ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:2-11

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Gifts And The Body Of Christ

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 6, 2020

Diversity in unity. The Oneness of the body of Christ.

SPIRITUAL GIFTS AND THE BODY OF CHRIST. 1 Corinthians 12:3-13. ‘No-one can say “Jesus is Lord” except in the Holy Spirit,’ argued the Apostle Paul (1 Corinthians 12:3b). The Holy Spirit bears witness of Jesus (cf. John 15:26). The Holy Spirit only ever glorifies Jesus (cf. John 16:14). For us ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:3-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grace That Produces Spiritual Maturity Series

Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 21, 2020

we need to understand the influence the Holy Spirit has in our lives, He is our helper and convicts us on sin, righteousness and came to us as a promise from God

**therefore, leaving the discussion of the elementary principles of Christ, let us go on to perfection” (Hebrews 6:1). **“we must grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ” (Ephesians 4:15) ** “Brethren, do not be children in understanding; however, in malice be babes, but in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18, Romans 1:11

Denomination: Other

How To Be A Spiritual Lion Tamer Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Jan 4, 2021

What qualified David to be used so mightily by God that two pagan kings were converted to fear His God. The story of Daniel and the Lion's Den supplies us with many encouraging spiritual lessons about how to be the kind of man whom God fully supports!

One of my favorite verses is II Chronicles 16:9a: “For the eyes of the LORD move to and fro throughout the earth that He may strongly support those whose heart is completely His.” It’s a verse that gives hope to any one and every one of us who would like to be used of the Lord that great ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:9, 2 Chronicles 7:13-14, Colossians 3:16-17

Denomination: Bible Church

Craving For Spiritual Comfort Food?

Contributed by Thilini Perera on Jan 5, 2021

Multitudes of Christians are falling away from the biblical Truths, wholesome teaching and lustfully chasing after Myths, instant blessings, formulas, catchy verses for personal gain as warned by Paul in the 1st century.

Comfort foods are huge crowd pleasers. They are juicy, yummy, trendy and make us “feel good”. Psychological studies point that they are good mood fixers too, allowing an experience of instant pleasure when in emotional stress. Some fall for comfort food because of convenience. Even though it starts ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2-4, John 8:32, Matthew 7:13

The One-Verse Spiritual Diagnosis

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Feb 26, 2021

Our Sovereign LORD uses His word and the guidance of the Holy Spirit to get us to stop and consider that the walk we claim to have with Him sometimes needs an honest diagnosis and correction.

The Scriptures are harmonious. That is, they are all woven together without discrepancy or contradiction in God's communication with His creation. He does not send "mixed messages", nor does He have to add or delete anything that has been presented in the Word (2 Timothy 3:16-17; ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15, Romans 6:4, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Enigmatic Concept Of Spiritual Unity

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 17, 2019

The United Body of Christ

THE ENIGMATIC CONCEPT OF SPIRITUAL UNITY EPHESIANS 4:1-3 The opening of chapter 4 marks the principal transition of the entire Epistle. As is his custom in other writings, Paul turns from the doctrinal to the practical. Paul recognizes the value of spiritual unity in the church because he had a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Treasures Endure Forever

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019

This message was prepared for a quarterly memorial service remembering residents of a senior living community who had passed away during the previous months.

(If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) “When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, ‘Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord’” (Luke 5:8). Peter’s response is a very normal and natural ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21, 2 Corinthians 5:16-19, Revelation 21:4, 2 Corinthians 5:1

Denomination: United Methodist

Spiritual Leadership In The Church And In The Home Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 15, 2019

God has created men and women with equal status and value, but with different roles. God has given the primary role of spiritual leadership in the church and in the home to men. God has very high expectations for the kind of leadership men employ in the home and in the church.

Introduction: A. The story is told of two police officers who responded to a call from the dispatcher concerning a bad traffic accident. 1. When they arrived on the scene, they found a father, mother and two children who were all unconscious inside the wrecked car. 2. After the ambulances arrived ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:25-28, Matthew 23:1-7, 1 Peter 5:1-4, 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-15, Ephesians 5:25-31, Colossians 3:19, 1 Peter 3:7, Hebrews 13:4, Deuteronomy 6:6-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Spiritual Disciplines Of A Christian Worker Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 2, 2025

Every Christian worker must cultivate spiritual disciplines that build character, deepen devotion, and equip them for effective service in God’s kingdom.

THE SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES OF A CHRISTIAN WORKER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Timothy 4:12-16 Key Verse: “Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all.” (1 Timothy 4:15, KJV) Supporting Texts: Joshua 1:8; Psalm 119:9-11; Matthew 26:41; 2 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Is Your Spiritual Memory?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 30, 2025

Did you know our memory is a gift from God. We all like gifts but this is a wonderful gift God has given us. Just think about it, wouldn’t it be a terrible thing to live our entire life and when we die nobody remembers that we ever existed.

Memory is a GIFT FROM GOD!!! Illus: Dr. Odell Belger tells how that his youngest brother had died and he still is able to remember him and the good times they had together. He can still remember… • How he looked! • How he talked! • How he was the life of the party! • How he love to tell ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Role Of Faith In Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 28, 2025

Faith is the believer’s greatest weapon in spiritual warfare. It establishes our identity in Christ, empowers us to overcome the enemy, and secures God’s protection over our lives.

THE ROLE OF FAITH IN SPIRITUAL WARFARE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 6:10-18 Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, James 4:7, Hebrews 11:1, 1 John 5:4 INTRODUCTION: Spiritual warfare is a reality for every believer. The enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy, but God has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God