Sermons on Spiritual Material:

Partiality, Patience, Presence Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 23, 2024

Jesus could return at any time, therefore we should be just in our dealings and patiently endure injustice.

On the night before Jesus was crucified, He told his disciples John 14:3 ESV And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also. Jesus went to the cross, leaving them hope beyond the cross, hinting at the resurrection and eternal ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-11, John 14:3, Matthew 24:36-44, Genesis 4:10, Proverbs 13:22, 1 Timothy 5:8, 1 Timothy 6:6-10, Matthew 6:19-21, James 1:27, Hebrews 11:36-40, 1 Corinthians 15:50-58  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Rich Toward God (Luke 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 8, 2024

Are we greedy for wealth or rich toward God? Let's look at Luke 12.

Are we hypocrites or righteous? Do we publicly acknowledge Jesus? Are we more concerned with being rich in material things than rich toward God? Let’s look at Luke 12. What was the leaven of the Pharisees? Will all hypocrisy eventually be exposed? At this time, after so many thousands of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

False Security

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005

The error of placing your trust in material things.

False Security Luke 12:13-21 January 16, 2005 Luke 12:13-21 (NLT) Then someone called from the crowd, "Teacher, please tell my brother to divide our father’s estate with me." [14] Jesus replied, "Friend, who made me a judge over you to decide such things as that?" [15] Then he said, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Cleanses His People

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 19, 2003

To encourage the congregation to avoid materialism and the love of money

Zechariah 5:5-11 God Cleanses His People Primary Purpose: To encourage the congregation to guard against materialism and the love of money. Introduction Before the Israelites had gone into exile, they were primarily a agriculture based society. They lived off the land and farming. During ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 5:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Seeds, Part Ii: The Use Of Compost In The Spiritual Life Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 23, 2013

The seed that needs to die to bear much fruit needs nutrients; these come from composting the great temptations in our lives.

Tuesday of Holy Week 2013 Seeds 2 “Unless a grain of wheat fall to the ground and die, it remains alone; but if it die, it yields much fruit.” As we continue our Holy Week contemplation of the death of Jesus, we encounter the prophecy of Isaiah about the Messiah. This is a later ...read more

Scripture: John 13:21-28

Denomination: Catholic

God Pours Out His Spirit

Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 19, 2018

On Pentecost, God reversed the process of division and confusion around the tower of Babel, as he poured out his Spirit. The Spirit gave the disciples words of praise and proclamation to speak in languages that all could understand. How does that Spirit work today in our lives and churches?

[Sermon preached on Pentecost (Whit Sunday) / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] Last Tuesday in our Bible study group, we studied the story about the first Christian Pentecost from Acts 2. It was a refreshing experience to hear someone read some verses in Chinese. Most of us could not understand them, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9, Acts 2:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Church's Priority Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 18, 2019

For Paul the top priority was spiritual health or godlikeness

THE CHURCH’S PRIORITY I TIMOTHY 6:3-21 Introduction: What is the most important thing in life? According to a 2000 survey conducted by George Barna, 91% of adults listed having good “physical health” as their top priority; 53% identified being deeply committed to Christ as a top priority; and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:3-21

Denomination: Baptist

Heavenly Minded

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Aug 28, 2003

Material things will not last forever, but heaven will be throughout eternity.

Sunday Morning, August 24th, 2003 Let us pray Welcome....thanks for your prayers while we were away at The West Middle-sex Camp Meeting......we had a wonderful camp meeting.....elaborate.. Thanks to Bro. Casimere......During the camp meeting, I experienced what it means to take the time and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Church Of God

Preserving Your Spiritual Heritage—part 2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 2, 2002

Part 2 of 2. The sons of Israel zealously protected/preserved their spiritual heritage. God’s people must preserve their spiritual heritage. 9 Challenges toward preserving our spiritual heritage.

PRESERVING YOUR SPIRITUAL HERITAGE-II—Joshua 22:10-34 Jack & John/Entrepreneurs/Bungee jumping business in Casa del Sol, Mexico/Opened for business—Large crowd, rough looking(sticks & bats)—No one buying tickets/ To get crowd excited, John jumped/ John came back up with shirt torn/Quickly ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 22:10-34

Denomination: Baptist

Leading The Spiritual Life (Part 3 Truth) Series

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Jan 10, 2002

Looks at Truth from the true worshipper’s perspective and the role of Truth in the believer’s life.

Central Christian Church St. Petersburg, Florida January 2002 True Worshippers Do So "In Truth" We started this series on the spiritual life with this text: John 4:23 "But an hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers shall worship the Father in spirit and truth; for such people the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Gifts-The Call To Work Together

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 28, 2001

This sermon deals with the reality that Spiritual Gifts are given to draw us to a closer unity in the body of Christ.

Spiritual Gifts-The Call To Work Together 4/18/2001 Psalm 133 Philip 2:1-16 Text 1 Corin. 12:1-26 Let’s suppose for a moment, you were driving down the highway just having a good time listening to your music. You’re on your way to somewhere you plan to have a really good time. But ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-26, Philippians 2:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Habit Number One: Practicing Spiritual Diligence Series

Contributed by Tom Dooley on May 14, 2001

This is the first of eight messages that focus on the spiritual growth of the believer.

January 4, 1998 Rev. Tom Dooley www.preachingtheword.com Eight Habits of Highly Effective Christians 2 Peter 1:1-10 Habit Number One: Practicing Spiritual Diligence Peter’s readers were living in an environment that was extremely hostile to cause of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

How To Avoid The Errors Of Being Spiritually Naive

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Sadly, many individuals eschew subtlety or conventional spiritual wisdom and suffer for it.

Sadly, many individuals eschew subtlety or conventional spiritual wisdom and suffer for it. Being spiritually naïve is an unconscious act of people who fail to appropriate the truth of God’s word. James once wrote, "Be doers of the word and not merely hearers only, who deceive themselves." (James ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Contrasts Betwen Spiritual And Unspiritual Views Of Healing

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Carnal people believe that healing is done only through human wisdom, knowledge and skill * Carnal people believe that restoration is done only if a person is good enough to merit the healing * Carnal people think that sickness is caused by one's own sin, mistake or ignorance * Carnal people bec

Carnal people believe that healing is done only through human wisdom, knowledge and skill * Carnal people believe that restoration is done only if a person is good enough to merit the healing * Carnal people think that sickness is caused by one's own sin, mistake or ignorance * Carnal people become ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Contrasts Between Spiritual And Carnal Views On Giving

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Carnal people only give when they see that it will result in benefits to themselves * Carnal people only give when they believe that someone will soon return the favor * Carnal people give only for special occasions * Carnal people give only if they are urged to give * Carnal people give when t

Carnal people only give when they see that it will result in benefits to themselves * Carnal people only give when they believe that someone will soon return the favor * Carnal people give only for special occasions * Carnal people give only if they are urged to give * Carnal people give when they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational