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  • Jim Butcher avatar

    What Does Spiritual Confidence Look Like?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 6, 2013
     | 5,219 views

    A look at what it means to step out in faith that what Jesus says is settled.

    HOW TO AMAZE JESUS: Move forward confident that what Jesus said is settled. - Matthew 8:8-10. - In verses 8-9 the centurion says something simple but extraordinary. The soldier understands authority: he tells one of his underling soldier to do something and they go do it. He is a man of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Spiritual Gift Do I Have? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 17, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,704 views

    A look at 21 of the spiritual gifts that the Bible talks about believers having.

    Do I Have A Spiritual Gift? Every Christian has a spiritual gift. - 1 Corinthians 12:4-7. Church Leadership: 1. Preaching (a.k.a. prophecy). - Romans 12:6; 1 Corinthians 12:10, 28; Ephesians 4:11; 1 Peter 4:11. - The ability to publicly proclaim God’s Word. 2. Teaching. - Romans ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Answers To Five Big, Basic Spiritual Questions

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 8, 2011
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     | 5,103 views

    Jesus shares the answers to some of life's biggest questions

    Sermon Outline: Can We Know What’s Going On? After last week’s emphasis on mystery and humility, Jesus lays out some clear answers to some of life’s biggest spiritual questions. - John 3:3, 5-8. Answers To Five Big, Basic Spiritual Questions: 1. What is our starting spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Messiah's Warning About Being A Spiritual Phony Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 18, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,829 views

    A true follower of Jesus is someone that has been radically changed from the inside out.

    A Messiah's Warning About Being A Spiritual Phony Text: Matt. 23:1-12 Introduction 1. Illustration: A recent survey of Discipleship Journal readers ranked areas of greatest spiritual challenge to them. These are listed in this order. 1. Materialism. 2. Pride. 3. Self-centeredness. 4. Laziness. 5. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Five Key Spiritual Truths For Battling Porn Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 10, 2018
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     | 4,506 views

    A look at five essential spiritual truths to defeat porn in your life. Lots of Scripture references for further research.

    What Does The Truth Matter? The truth will set you free. - John 8:31-32. - These verses are often quoted in a poetic way – and they are beautiful words. But they also speak to an essential spiritual idea. That idea is that the truth will set you free. It will set you free from sin. - I want ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Renewal: Raising Lazarus From The Dead

    Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 3, 2023
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     | 2,475 views

    Through the power of God, Lazarus was brought back to life after being dead for days. Let us explore five key points from this miraculous story and discover how they relate to us spiritually.

    Point 1: The Power of God's Timing (John 11:6) In the story of Lazarus, we witness Jesus deliberately delaying His arrival to the scene. This delay may seem puzzling, but it reminds us that God works according to His perfect timing. In our own lives, we often find ourselves waiting for answers ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Building Spiritual Resilience: Strengthening Your Faith

    Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 6, 2023
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     | 4,026 views

    In these passages from Jude, we find seven points of inspiration that guide us in building spiritual resilience and strengthening our faith.

    1. "But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith" (Jude 1:20a). Cross-reference: "So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God" (Romans 10:17). The foundation of our spiritual resilience lies in our faith. We must diligently build up our ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Feast Of The Transfiguration Of The Lord- Ascending The Spiritual Mountain

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 1, 2023
     | 1,143 views

    It happens, geographically, on a mountain top because the higher you climb the more you see, so it’s revelatory of a person’s advancement in the spiritual life.

    Even the highest moments of mystical union are meant to empower one to serve our neighbor. It’s about service. E.g. there is the story of a lady who went to a prayer group where everyone was sitting in silence. "When does the service begin?" she asked a man sitting near her. His answer: ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Building Spiritual Foundations: Lessons From Nehemiah Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,966 views

    Today, we embark on a journey through the Book of Nehemiah, a powerful story of leadership, faith, and rebuilding.

    "Building Spiritual Foundations: Lessons from Nehemiah" Today, we embark on a journey through the Book of Nehemiah, a powerful story of leadership, faith, and rebuilding. As always, we turn to the New Living Translation of the Bible to guide us. 1. Nehemiah's Burden for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Do We Have A Case Of Spiritual Blindness?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 5, 2023
     | 1,014 views

    Spiritual eyesight is needed in our walk with the Lord. We should learn to see the spiritual dangers that are around us.

    2 Kings 8-23 tells the story of how Elisha captures an army. But what we will focus on today are verses fifteen - seventeen. Spiritual eyesight is needed in our walk with the Lord. We should learn to see the spiritual dangers that are around us. Elisha’s servant had woken up early and saw the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Trial Of Jesus Before The Spiritual And Government Authorities Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Nov 13, 2023
     | 949 views

    We’ll see how three groups respond to Jesus: the spiritual leaders of the nation, the followers of Jesus themselves, and governmental authorities.

    "For centuries people believed that Aristotle was right when he said that the heavier an object, the faster it would fall to earth. Aristotle was regarded as the greatest thinker of all time, and surely he would not be wrong. Anyone, of course, could have taken two objects, one heavy and one ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Armed And Dangerous. -Spiritual Warfare Pt.1

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 14, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,495 views

    2. We refuse to depend on the flesh. Hear me, “Anyone can carry a gun.” Anyone can be a bully on the internet. I believe saints ought to confront human weapons with spirit?

    Armed And Dangerous. -Spiritual Warfare 2 Corinthians 10:1-6NLT False apostles are people who masquerade as Christian leaders, they work to get other people to follow them, and then lead them astray. A true apostle is one ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Spiritual Battles And God's Protection

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Sep 26, 2022
     | 3,047 views

    The Christian is called to be a soldier. An active officer in a raging battle with the forces of darkness. We are the soldiers of Christ, chosen by the Commander of the armies of heaven, Jesus Christ.

    TEXT: Ephesians 6:12; Psalms 91:11-12; "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places...For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Great Spiritual Check-Up For Your Soul Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 4, 2022
     | 4,940 views

    1. Are you listening to the Lord? (vs. 1-11, 14). 2. Are you aiming to please God? (vs. 12-14). 3. Are you learning from the Lord? (vs. 14-16). 4. Have you found the right help for your heart? (vs. 17-20).

    A Great Spiritual Check-up for Your Soul The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 15:1-20 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared August 4, 2022) (Revised August 8, 2022 to say this was the 3rd year of Jesus' ministry) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 15. In the previous chapter, Jesus was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Ready For Anything (Part 1: Spiritual Warfare) Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jun 10, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,031 views

    Christians must stay alert and vigilant. This exposition of Ephesians 6:10-18 calls believers to guard against the strategies of Satan and be prepared for the next good work God wants to do through them.

    Intro Are you ready? Are you ready for anything? An important theme in Scripture is readiness. Second Timothy 2:21 talks about being “prepared for every good work.”i Sometimes God opens a door for a person, but the person is not prepared to go though that open door. He is therefore not able to make ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic