Sermons on Spiritual Stillness:

Psalm 4—talking To God And Men Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 2, 2018

This Psalm is titled, To the Chief Musician. With stringed instruments. A Psalm of David. In it David pours out his complaint against slanderous enemies and finds peace and refuge in God.

Friday, December 27, 2013 Tom Lowe Psalm 4—Talking to God and Men 1 Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness: thou hast enlarged me when I was in distress; have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer. 2 O ye sons of men, how long will ye turn my glory into shame? how long will ye love vanity, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Back To Bethel

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

No matter how far you have gone away from Him, God still loves you and still calls you.

BACK TO BETHEL Genesis 35:1-7 INTRO: Jacob is one of the strangest characters in the Bible. Someone has said that he is the worst and the best man in the Old Testament. When we see him cheating his brother, Esau, he is at his worst; when we hear him making his vows unto God after his vision, he is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Masterpiece In The Making

Contributed by Terri Williams Dunson on Jan 1, 2012

When God seems quiet, know this - He's still there, He still cares, and there's a masterpiece in the making.

A Masterpiece in the Making by Terri Williams Dunson When reading the Bible, I sometimes try to put myself in the place of the person being talked about: For example - how did Mary and Joseph feel? An angel appears to tell you that you will give birth to God's Son, Yet, when you arrive ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 4 - Genesis 22:1-19 - Christmas In The Fire! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 15, 2010

I could still see the remnants of faith, tested but still intact and with a depth that only occurs in the fires of experience.

Part 4 - Genesis 22:1-19 - CHRISTMAS IN THE FIRE! His weather worn face looked like ancient parchment stretched over a wire mesh skeleton and his eyes, haunted with memories, looked straight through me into my soul. As I gave my devotion that day I could tell that he understood the anguish Abraham ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spiritual Journey Of Bill Wilson & Implications Of The Genesis Mindset

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

The change that took place in Bill's life is incredibly revealing. He walks us through his mindset and the changes that took place in a very descriptive manner. I don't normally include quotes this large, but Bill Wilson's spiritual journey is a fascinating topic.

"The door opened and he stood there, fresh-skinned and glowing. There was something about his eyes. He was inexplicably different. What had happened? I pushed a drink across the table. He refused it. Disappointed but curious, I wondered what had got into the fellow. He wasn’t himself. “Come, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1, Genesis 3:4-5, Ephesians 2:19-22, John 8:32

Denomination: Salvation Army

Obsolete Or Absolute? Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 1, 2015

Are the 10 Commandments still viable today?

Series: The Big 10 (Based on a series by James Merritt) “OBSOLETE OR ABSOLUTE?” EXODUS 20:1-20 OPEN Today we start a series of messages called The Big 10. When you hear that term, you probably think about the regional college athletic conference featuring teams like ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Everybody Needs A Nathan

Contributed by John Gaston on May 28, 2017

No matter how strong we are spiritually, we still need an accountability partner. That's what Nathan was to David. He was able to speak encouragement and sometimes rebuke into David's life. Everybody needs a Nathan.

EVERYBODY NEEDS A NATHAN 2 Sam. 12:1-12:14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A honeymoon couple made a long awaited trip to Washington, DC and stayed in the infamous Watergate Hotel, where secret tapes were recorded during the Nixon Presidency. Once in the room the concerned bride asked, "What if the place ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Being Poor In Spirit And Dependent

Contributed by Lay Man on May 26, 2015

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. - Matthew 5:3 It is a true spiritual principle that those who come to the Lord full and not needing anything will never receive anything of the Lord. The wonderful picture is given ..

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. - Matthew 5:3 It is a true spiritual principle that those who come to the Lord full and not needing anything will never receive anything of the Lord. The wonderful picture is given by our Lord Jesus Christ of a small child asking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Full Grown Christian

Contributed by David Hersey on Mar 30, 2015

The life of a faithful Christian is characterized by a constant growth process. When one becomes a Christian they begin a lifelong journey of service to God. This lesson examines this great truth and brings to light what our obligations are in this.

The Full Grown Christian Ephesians 4:13 "Till we all attain unto the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a full-grown man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ:" (ASV) The life of a faithful Christian is characterized by a constant growth ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Best Defense The Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 21, 2014

The breastplate of righteousness. Faith our trust in God and love our choosing to share with others the hope of the gospel. Paul says, Put it on!!! We find out why and how it protects us from the advances and attacks of the enemy in this message.

Intro: When you read about the breastplate of righteousness you find a discussion and disagreement about whether the righteousness that Paul is speaking about is imputed righteousness or imparted righteousness. Imputed righteousness is what we get when we trust Jesus as Lord and Savior and are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

What Must I Do? You Must Guard Your Heart

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 19, 2014

We must pay more careful attention ... so that we do not drift away (Hebrews 2:1).

WHAT MUST I DO? GUARD YOUR HEART HEBREWS 2:1-3 We must pay more careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. For if the message spoken by angels was binding, and every violation and disobedience received its just punishment, how shall we escape if we ignore ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-3

Denomination: Nazarene

How The Shield Works

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 30, 2014

A message on the great power and quality of the shield.

Ephesians 6:16 KJV Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. Ephesians 6:10-19 WEYMOUTH In conclusion, strengthen yourselves in the Lord and in the power which His supreme might imparts. [11] Put on the complete armour of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Visionary View: Can You See The Harvest? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 15, 2023

Delve into the concept of recognizing the spiritual harvest around us.

Visionary View: Can You See the Harvest? May the peace and wisdom of our Lord be with you as we gather today to explore the topic of "Can You See the Harvest?" Let us open our hearts to the Word of God and His message for our lives. Opening Prayer: Let us begin with a prayer. Heavenly ...read more

Scripture: John 4:35, Matthew 9:37-38, 2 Corinthians 4:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trustworthy Saying - Part 3

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Oct 14, 2024

Spiritual leadership in the church is necessary. Without spiritual leaders you will have leadership, but as immature or nonspiritual, they will draw people after themselves. This sermon is about the desire to serve as a spiritual leader.

Trustworthy Saying #3 (1 Tim. 3:1-7) Intro: A. Today we are going to study another of Paul’s “trustworthy sayings” taken from 1 Tim. 3:1. The Bible tells us read about the role of the minister or evangelist, and the character of spiritual leaders we often call “elders” or “shepherds.” We also ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7, 2 Timothy 4:1-5, Judges 9:7-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Keep Your Ax (Ministry) Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023

Fasting keeps God’s presence alive, and keeps God first to make you effective in ministry.

“They (the prophets) began cutting down trees. But as one of them was cutting a tree, his ax head fell into the river. ‘Oh Sir!’ he cried, ‘It was a borrowed ax.’ ‘Where did it fall?’ The man of God asked. When he showed him the place, Elisha cut a stick and threw it into the water at that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:17-18

Denomination: Baptist