Sermons on spiritual metaphors: showing 211-225 of 106,011

Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 5, 2003

God desires for man to be reconciled back to a right relationship with Him. He has provided the church with everything it needs to accomplish the mission of reconciliation and has given us “Spiritual Gifts” for this purpose.

“Spiritual Gifts” 1st Corinthians 12:1-11 God desires for man to be reconciled back to a right relationship with Him. He has provided the church with everything it needs to accomplish the mission of reconciliation and has given us “Spiritual Gifts” for this purpose. We has the body of Christ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Apostolic

A Spiritual Autobiography

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jul 30, 2002

What does your life say about God?

A true story is told of a Ford Motor Company machinist in Detroit who became a Christian. In light of that experience he became a devout follower of God and desired to right his many wrongs. He had been stealing parts and tools from Ford for many years. The morning after his conversion, he acted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:5-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Spiritual Maturity

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 24, 2004

Spiritual maturity of the person inside is being seen from the attitude outside-Arnorld Glascow

I. The test of maturity 1. his ability to instruct others v.12 2. his ability to discern the true and false in religious teachings v.13b, Eph.4:14 3. his ability to advance from elementary teachings v.6:1 II. The reason of maturity 1. he can easily understand the word of God v.11 2. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Fitness

Contributed by Harley Jay Nickless on Oct 20, 2000

How to be spiritually fit.

“Spiritual Fitness” Three Steps to Spiritual Fitness 7Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives' tales; rather, train yourself to be godly. 8For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come. 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8, Matthew 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Integrity

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Nov 6, 2000

A reminder not to sell out when the devil comes calling.

SPIRITUAL INTEGRITY © 2000 Mark Beaird Text: 1 Kings 21:1-16 n Joseph Stowell tells of a conversation he had with a pastor in the former Soviet Union. "Stalin's reign was the worst time," said the pastor. "I had two KGB agents come to me and say, 'We'll take care of you. You stay the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Ambition

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Aug 6, 2010

Go to Rome regardless of the cost!

Acts 19:21 KJV After these things were ended, Paul purposed in the spirit, when he had passed through Macedonia and Achaia, to go to Jerusalem, saying, After I have been there, I must also see Rome. I. INTRODUCTION—AMBITION A. General Quotes T. D. English—Ambition is the germ from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual, But Not Pleasing

Contributed by Jason Jones on May 30, 2011

Exposition of 1 Corinthians 10 regarding five blessings of God around you that may not indicate His favor upon you.

Text: 1 Cor 10:1-5, Title: Spiritual, But Not Pleasing, Date/Place: NRBC, 5/29/11, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: Paul just finished up an inspirational and admonitional passage about running to win the race. This was to encourage them to work hard and be willing to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Dr. Nicholas M. Muteti on Jun 14, 2011

A Civil Warfare is fought against flesh and blood; the spiritual warfare is fought against spiritual powers. A civil warfare endangers the body, but the spiritual warfare endangers the Soul. A Civil warfare may have long term consequences, but a spiritual

THE SPIRITUAL WARFARE Matthew 12:22-30 Introduction Attention- In 1989 the communist system fell down in all the Eastern European countries. Romania was the only one that had to pay for its freedom with innocent bold. My friend from this Eastern European country told me that, it was a time of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

True Spirituality Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on May 4, 2010

What does it mean to be spiritual?

[If you would like to receive free sermons each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] LIVE BY THE SPIRIT Many people think that conforming to rules makes one spiritual. Others say, “I’m not religious. I’m spiritual.” What does it mean to be ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

Practical Spirituality Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on May 11, 2010

How should we live if we want to “keep in step with the Spirit”?

[To receive free sermons by email each week, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] This week I read about a man named Simeon Stylites (c. 390-459). For 37 years he lived on a small platform on top of a pillar in Syria as a way to show devotion to God. Is this what it means to be ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 18, 2010

A look at putting on the armor of God.

Introduction: A B Every believer is a worshiper & warrior - - - saint & soldier - - -in the faith & in the fight. 1 Fighting from a position of victory, power, strength. 2 We are the best equipped warriors on the ground. a Belt of truth b Breastplate of Righteousness c Shoes of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jun 13, 2010

The Bible says, "We are not fighting against people made of flesh and blood, but against the evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world..." (Eph 612, NLT). Join us as we study spiritual warfare, angels, demons and the Holy Spirit.

Supernatural Pt 1- Spiritual Warfare (from a sermon series by Craig Groeschel- Supernatural) First week of a series on the supernatural. Talk about- supernatural-how it fits into-natural world. Two common mistakes: 1. An over emphasis on the supernatural See the demonic in everything- a demon in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Charismatic

Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jun 13, 2010

The Bible says, "We are not fighting against people made of flesh and blood, but against the evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world..." (Eph 612, NLT). Join us as we study spiritual warfare, angels, demons and the Holy Spirit.

Supernatural Pt 1- Spiritual Warfare (from a sermon series by Craig Groeschel- Supernatural) First week of a series on the supernatural. Talk about- supernatural-how it fits into-natural world. Two common mistakes: 1. An over emphasis on the supernatural See the demonic in everything- a demon in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Charismatic

Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jun 14, 2010

The Bible says, "We are not fighting against people made of flesh and blood, but against the evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world..." (Eph 6:12, NLT). Join us as we study spiritual warfare, angels, demons and the Holy Spirit.

Supernatural Pt 1- Spiritual Warfare (from a sermon series by Craig Groeschel- Supernatural) First week of a series on the supernatural. Talk about- supernatural-how it fits into-natural world. Two common mistakes: 1. An over emphasis on the supernatural See the demonic in everything- a demon in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Charismatic

Spiritual Battles

Contributed by Nicky Evans on Jul 18, 2011

A look at the spiritual battles we face everyday and how to overcome them

I don't know how you all feel these days about the state of Britain spiritually, but from the view of someone on the outside looking in things seem very dark and getting darker. In Korea I don't get to see much or be involved in many things concerning the UK but what I do do without fail, is watch ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist