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  • Darrell Stetler II avatar

    How To Sustain Spiritual Momentum

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on May 27, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 8,366 views

    Good sermon to follow up to Easter, or another big evangelism day, launching an emphasis on spiritual growth, fellowship and discipleship. *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

    For a CD of over 100 of sermons by Darrell Stetler II (most complete with handouts), please e-mail darrellstetler2@sbcglobal.net. Mark 4:3 "Listen! Behold, a sower went out to sow. 4 "And it happened, as he sowed, that some seed fell by the path; and the birds of the air came and devoured it. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Spiritual Blessings Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jun 9, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,519 views

    Sermon Series on the Book of Ephesians. This one happened to go along with the Thanksgiving Theme.

    Sermon preached by Rev. Larry C. Brincefield on November 24, 2004 Title: Ephesians #4 Text: Ephesians 1:11-14 Introduction 1. On the island of St. Croix in the Virgin Islands there are two Thanksgiving days. • In addition to the usual one celebrated by Americans, • they have a Hurricane ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Mark Wood avatar

    Spiritual Intoxication Part 1

    Contributed by Mark Wood on Feb 18, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,624 views

    Dr. Wood used this sermon to show his listener that the first church was totally consumed with God and they did great things in His power. Unbelievers cannot understand the happenings of Christianity until they give their heart and life to Jesus Christ.

    When we hear the word intoxicate we instantly think of drunk with alcohol. Another definition: - To excite or Stimulate - To fill with High Spirits or fill with enthusiasm We will see a type of intoxication like never seen before. An Example Would be: Like the silver and the dross Dross must ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Intoxication Part 2

    Contributed by Mark Wood on Feb 18, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,107 views

    Dr. Wood used this sermon to show his listener that the first church was totally consumed with God and they did great things in His power. Unbelievers cannot understand the happenings of Christianity until they give their heart and life to Jesus Christ.

    A contrast of Wine and the spirit Alcohol gives artificial exhilaration The Spirit Gives Holy elevation Alcohol excites evil The spirit points men toward good Alcohol will give you a hangover The spirit will give you power over Alcohol will cause a man to act foolishly The spirit will incite ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Spiritual Blessings - Ephesians 1 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 26, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 10,656 views

    Paul reminds us that we are blessed spiritually if we are part of the faithful.

    “Spiritual Blessings” – Ephesians Chapter 1 On the lighter side of life: A Christian Puppy A Baptist couple decide that they want to get a dog. As they are walking down the street in town, they notice that a sign in the pet shop is advertising "Christian Puppies." Their interest piqued, they go ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wallace Phillips avatar

    The Four Faces Of A Spiritual Man

    Contributed by Wallace Phillips on Aug 26, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 31,312 views

    A Message in Christian Discipleship from Ezekiel

    The Four Faces of A Spiritual Man / Ezekiel 1:1-10 NIV INTRO: I want to you for a subject this morning - “The Four Faces of a Spiritual Man”. In doing so, I want to turn your attention to a portion of the Scriptures that were term as Apocolyptic Literature – It is God Almighty speaking of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jason Peterson avatar

    Our Power In Spiritual Battle Series

    Contributed by Jason Peterson on Sep 5, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,016 views

    The third sermon in a series on spiritual battle. Including the last three pieces of spiritual armor and walk through of Matthew 4 and how Jesus acts in battle.

    Good Morning! Thank you so much for being here today to conclude the spiritual battle portion of the summer series. Last week we talked about the first three pieces of armor, the belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, and readiness of the gospel of peace. This leaves us with the remaining ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Spiritual Blind And Very Bitter!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 26, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,969 views

    Bitterness can be an unseen root growing beneath the surface that brings hurt and family problems.

    SPIRITUAL BLINDNESS CAN NOT SEE HOW BITTERNESS AND UNFORGIVENESS DRIVES THE HEART OF INDIVIDUALS AND DIVIDES THE HOME. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com SPIRITUALLY BITTER, SPIRITUALLY BLIND PEOPLE SELL TREASURES FOR TRINKETS? SPIRITUALLY BITTER BLIND PEOPLE SELL OUT DEEP THINGS FOR ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Standing Up To Spiritual Deception

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 27, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,821 views

    Nehemiah, we discover the power of determination in finishing what God begins in our lives… - As we saw in previous weeks, Nehemiah… unfinished walls… a parallel to our lives… Opposition… discourage the people… Opposition… pressures… Anyone Here feel pre

    Intro: Determination is the single greatest attribute of success. - 3 doctors who studied 6,000 marriages and 3,000 divorces and concluded “There may be nothing more important in marriage than determination” (Parrots p.49) - Not to say determination on one partner’s part can save a marriage, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Aubrey Vaughan avatar

    Spiritual Blessings " Part One

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Oct 3, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,835 views

    This is one of three sermons entitled "Spiritual Blessings" encompassed in the Triune God.

    Spiritual blessings. Ephesians 1:1 -14. Introduction to Ephesus Written around 60 AD. Whilst Paul was under house arrest in Rome. Paul had passed through on his 2nd journey,Acts 18:19 and 3rd missionary journey,this time Paul spent 3 years with them in Ephesus. Acts19:8.Three months /synagogue ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    Part 2 - Spiritual Renewal Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Oct 4, 2006
     | 4,417 views

    How Spiritual Renewal is essential for Spiritual Growth within the Body of Christ.

    Grieving the Holy Spirit Part 2 – Spiritual Revival Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org WELCOME Welcome to the First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan. We are glad you are here this beautiful morning, joining us in our worship and praise of ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    I Believe In Spiritual Gifts Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 5, 2006
     | 3,291 views

    How does God decide who gets what gift?

    Do not quench the Spirit. 1 Thessalonians 5:19 (NRSVA) What pictures enter your mind when the phrase “spiritual gifts” is spoken? For some it is the picture of a wild crowd that has been whipped into a frenzy of emotional outbursts…running the aisles…speaking in tongues…attempts to heal the sick ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Daniel Richter avatar

    Spiritual Gifts, Wrapping It Up. Series

    Contributed by Daniel Richter on Oct 10, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 26,422 views

    You are gifted by God to serve God.

    I’ve been a little disappointed with your winters here so far. I was hoping that we would have more snow. Not because I’m a big fan of snow, but I never got around to raking my leaves this fall and I was hoping that there’d be snow to cover that fact up. All my neighbors had their leaves nicely ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Introducing The Keys To Spiritual Growth Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 8, 2006
    based on 85 ratings
     | 83,858 views

    Every Christian desires to grow and mature in his or her walk with Christ. This sermon, which is the first of a series of sermons, introduces the keys to spiritual growth.

    Scripture While searching this week for a story to introduce my new series of sermons, my eye caught the following headline: “Man Lives in a Tree after Fight with His Wife—50 Years Ago!” I suppose I was drawn to this story because my first counseling assignment as a freshly-installed Associate ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Melvin Shelton avatar

    Special Lessons For Spiritual Leaders

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 12, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,564 views

    The Bible places a premium on spiritual leadership. The Bible places high standards on those who serve in the churches with a position of leadership.

    Special lessons for spiritual leaders Malachi 2:1-17 06/04/06 The Bible places a premium on spiritual leadership. The Bible places high standards on those who serve in the churches with a position of leadership. The Bible places high standards on those who serve as deacons. The Bible places high ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist