Sermons on Spiritual House:

Bearing Fruit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2025

Abiding in Jesus, not striving, is the source of true spiritual fruitfulness; staying connected to Him transforms our lives and shapes our prayers.

If you walked in tired, tangled, and trying to hold it all together, you are in good company. Life can feel like a crowded trellis—obligations climbing, expectations twisting, emotions wrapping around us in every direction. Some of us carry quiet questions: Am I growing? Is anything lasting coming ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Topics: Discipleship, Spiritual Growth

I Need A Hug

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Mar 20, 2008

The importance of the Church. This part of a long study in Nehemiah. Chapter 10 deals with relationships and financial commitment to God’s House. This sermon focuses on the role of the Church and how critical our commitment to God’s House is.

“You are the Church” What do you think about the church? A preacher was wired for sound with a lapel mike, and as he preached, he moved briskly about the platform, jerking the mike cord as he went. Then he moved to one side, getting wound up in the cord and nearly tripping before jerking it ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:39

Denomination: Pentecostal

Not Without My Child

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Apr 7, 2001

In God’s house, all receive blessings from the Lord’s Table.

"Not Without My Child" -Mark 7:24-30 -Pastor A. L. Torrence, Cross of Life Lutheran Church I want you to turn to the person next to you and tell them, “Neighbor! Oh neighbor! I don’t know about you but I made up my mind that Satan and his kingdom, cannot and will not take my child.” The Oscar ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Lutheran

It's Time To Build - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 21, 2004

This message talks about 2 more principles for building God’s house.

"IT’S TIME TO BUILD.....PT 3" (hey just a warning - I am not a great typist and I typed in all caps and spell check will not catch them.. sorry it was 8 years ago...) INTRODUCTION FOR 75 YEARS THEY HAD LIVED IN CAPTIVITY; 1ST UNDER BABYLON THEN UNDER PERSIA. MOST WERE BORN THERE; ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship - Psalm 122

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Feb 24, 2002

"I rejoiced with those who said to me, ’Let us go to the house of the Lord.’"

This morning, we continue our study of Psalms 120-134, the "songs of ascents". Another name for them might be "songs for the road", or "songs for the journey". In ancient Israel, they were sung by travelers making their way to Jerusalem for the annual feasts of Pentecost, and Tabernacles and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1

Denomination: Baptist

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Escape Spiritual Manipulation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit uses the truth of God's word to show us that we are not dependent on people, but God and His truth.

1. The Holy Spirit uses the truth of God's word to show us that we are not dependent on people, but God and His truth. Jesus said, "If you continue in my word, then truly are you are my disciples indeed. And you will know (love it through real life experiences) the truth and the truth will set you ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Call Of Elisha - "Walk In This Way” Part 1 Of 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 15, 2022

Elisha was one of the mightiest prophets but he had to learn the lessons of separation, communion and the walk of faith. In this Part 1 of his call to succeed Elijah, there were things to learn and this great man of God never turned back.

THE CALL OF ELISHA - “WALK IN THIS WAY” PART 1 OF 2 SERIES – MESSAGES ON ELISHA – HIS LIFE AND MINISTRY Number 1 Elisha is one of the greatest prophets of the Lord, faithful and true. Today we are looking at chapter 2 of second Kings, which is our introduction to the prophet Elisha. It is an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-2, Genesis 28:10-22, Colossians 2:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

07. Samuel As Judge: Israel's Spiritual Revival Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 27, 2025

After years of spiritual compromise, Israel experiences a national revival under Samuel’s leadership. This chapter shows us that true revival requires repentance, obedience, and total reliance on God.

Samuel as Judge – Israel’s Spiritual Revival April 9, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 7 Introduction: Revival Comes Through Repentance Throughout history, nations and individuals have found themselves drifting away from God. Yet, in times of desperation, when ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Bible And Modern Israel

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Aug 15, 2014

A Biblical study considering whether or not modern Israel holds any significance in the eyes of God.

Throughout my life, I have noted that our Nation's foreign-policy has been to support Israel in its struggles with its Arab and Palestinian neighbors. Nearly a half trillion dollars of humanitarian and military aid has been given to Israel to defend the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Josh's Journey Through The Silence: Spirituality In The Making

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Oct 8, 2023

This is an example of story preaching based upon 1 Samuel 1-7, incorporating a combination of several stories, both biblical and non-biblical.

Following the pastoral prayer, the minister of music prepared to lead the people in a hymn of praise. As the pastor reflected upon the worship service and the sermon he was to preach, his mind drifted to the text for his sermon. It was the first passage of scripture he had heard read from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:27-28, 1 Samuel 3:1-21, 1 Samuel 7:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Glory Of God Returns To The Temple

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 10, 2016

The glory of this latter house shall be greater than of the former … and in this place will I give peace.

GOD’S GLORY RETURNS TO THE TEMPLE. Haggai 2:1-9. The rebuilding of the Temple of God at Jerusalem about 537 BC met with early discouragements and setbacks. It is in this context that we first hear the prophet Haggai (Ezra 5:1). The whole of Haggai's short canonical book is designed to lift ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is A Spiritual Journey: Apotheosis, Realizing Our True Identity Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 5, 2021

Every morning before shuffling out the back door, the old man told the cook to keep the frying pan hot. Tonight he was going to bring that elusive fish home for supper.

"Every morning before shuffling out the back door, the old man told the cook to keep the frying pan hot. Tonight he was going to bring that elusive fish home for supper. All day he would sit on the same battered lawn chair, under the same Florida sun, next to the same fishing hole, holding the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:17-22, Luke 8:14-15

Denomination: Salvation Army

Wonders Of The Spiritual Realm Iii: Overcoming Jealousy With Respect Not Revenge Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Oct 3, 2019

There is a place among brothers and sisters in Christ for differences of opinion, but fair-minded Christians adhere to the principle of overcoming disagreements with respect toward each other while together seeking God's Will.

THE WONDER OF OVERCOMING JEALOUSY WITH RESPECT NOT REVENGE An old Indian fable tells of an eagle that could not fly as high as another eagle, and was so jealous that it flew down to earth, lit next to a sportsman with a bow and arrow, and said to the shooter, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:3-12

I Know Your Deeds

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Are you spiritually dead or alive? Your "deeds" answer for themselves.

Revelation 3:1b-3 “I know your deeds, you have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead. Wake up! Strengthen what remains and is about to die, for I have not found your deeds complete in the sight of my God. Remember, therefore, what you have received and heard; obey it, and repent. But ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who's In Control?

Contributed by Rhonda Feurtado on Jul 29, 2003

The text concerns David’s desire to build a temple "house" for God, and God’s response that God will build David’s house. We often try to control God, but God is in control, not us.

Who’s in control? David has come a long way from being a shepherd boy in Bethlehem and the youngest of 8 sons to being the king of Israel, who reunited the northern and southern Kingdoms, established the capital at Jerusalem, and moved the ark of the covenant into the city. He ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-14, Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Methodist