Sermons on spiritually alert:

The Devil's Strategies

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 14, 2025

The devil’s strategies are subtle, but as believers, we must not be ignorant of his devices (2 Corinthians 2:11). We must remain spiritually alert, grounded in God's Word, and filled with the Holy Spirit.

THE DEVIL'S STRATEGIES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Peter 5:8 "Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour." Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 2:11, Ephesians 6:11-12, John 10:10 INTRODUCTION The devil is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8, 2 Corinthians 2:11, Ephesians 6:11-12, John 10:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thriving Spiritually Through Prayer! Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Thriving Spiritually Through Prayer!

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Thriving Spiritually Through Prayer! June 27, 2010 Luke 21:34-35 I wish I could say that I am an expert in my prayer but I am not. My prayer life, like most of us, ebbs and flows. There are times when prayer flows from my heart like a mountain spring and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:34-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

After Party With The Lord

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 17, 2013

Just after a great party with the Lord, would come a dirty trick from the devil to spoil the joy and pull you away from Him. Beware!

After the Party with the Lord! Mark 8:33”But when He had turned around and looked at His disciples, He rebuked Peter, saying, "Get behind Me, Satan! For you are not mindful of the things of God, but the things of men." Just after a great party with the Lord, would come a dirty trick from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Not A Time For Sleeping

Contributed by Craig Benner on Jul 27, 2024

We are all wore out. Life drains us. The continual attacks of the enemy take our strength. But through it all, we must stay awake spiritually.

Not Time for Sleeping Romans 13:11,12 11 ¶ And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. 12 The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11, Romans 13:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Living In A State Of High Alert" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 21, 2008

First in a patriotic sermon series.

The bloodiest day in United States History was September 17, 1862 when 4,700 Union and Confederate soldiers died in the Civil War battle of Antietam. That was until September 11, 2001, when over 3,000 people were killed in a well planned terrorist attack. By comparison, 2,388 Americans were killed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Be Alert (1 Thessalonians 5)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 30, 2024

What is the biggest message in prophecy? Is it prediction addiction, figuring out times and dates and personalities? Is it to simply be alert? Let's find out in 1 Thessalonians 5.

A church that is a joy to be around is still far from perfect. We all fail in some things. There is always room to grow in Christ. When it comes to prophecy, should we get caught up in conspiracy theories and setting dates? Should we rather always be alert and awake? Let’s find out in 1 ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Danger Of Spiritual Insensitivity

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 22, 2025

Spiritual insensitivity is a dangerous condition in which a person loses awareness of God’s presence, His warnings, and His direction. It occurs when the heart becomes dull and unresponsive to the prompting of the Holy Spirit.

THE DANGER OF SPIRITUAL INSENSITIVITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 11:1-4 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 4:23, Ephesians 5:14-17, 1 Peter 5:8, Hebrews 2:1, 1 Corinthians 10:12 INTRODUCTION Spiritual insensitivity is a dangerous condition in which a person loses awareness of God’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-4, Proverbs 4:23, Ephesians 5:14-17, 1 Peter 5:8, Hebrews 2:1, 1 Corinthians 10:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Most Miss! Series

Contributed by Apostle Dr. Belinda V. Broadnax on Oct 24, 2024

This sermon explores the subtle ways God speaks and how we often miss His voice because we are not paying attention. It challenges believers to be spiritually alert, recognizing that God’s voice is often found in unexpected places and circumstances.

Have you ever felt like you missed something important? Maybe it was an opportunity, a moment, or a conversation that could have changed everything. Spiritually speaking, many of us have missed something just as important: the voice of God. He speaks, He guides, but often His voice is missed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:10

Denomination: Other

A Spirit Of Sleep Vs Ready!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 11, 2014

God's plan is that we be spiritually ready and prepared, but there is a slumber and sleep that tries to grip the heart of believers... BEWARE OF THE SPIRIT OF SLEEP!

A SPIRIT OF SLEEP --- vs. GETTING READY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr Kyfingers@aol.com I use a sword and a canteen of water in this message... TEXT: KJV Matthew 24:44 Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh. NIV Matthew 24:44 So you also must be ready, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:10-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Go! And Stand Firm: Engaging In Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 14, 2024

We live in a world where physical battles dominate the headlines, but as believers, we know there is a greater, unseen battle raging around us—the battle for our souls and the advancement of God’s Kingdom.

Go! And Stand Firm: Engaging in Spiritual Warfare Introduction Today, we embark on an essential and powerful journey into the topic of spiritual warfare. We live in a world where physical battles dominate the headlines, but as believers, we know there is a greater, unseen battle raging around ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12, 1 Peter 5:8-9, James 4:7, Genesis 3:1-5, Matthew 4:1-11, Ephesians 6:10-11, Ephesians 6:14-17, Isaiah 54:17, 2 Corinthians 10:3-4, Hebrews 11:1, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Brought To Life; Brought Together Spiritual Warfare: Power In Prayer Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 21, 2025

. My big idea is, prayer is the power behind God’s armor.

We are in our last two weeks of our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together, looking at the spiritual battle we face in Ephesians 6:10-20. In these verses, Paul concludes his letter by calling us to be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. We do this by putting on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Signs Of The End Times: Be Watchful And Be Alert Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 16, 2023

Israel was brutally attacked by Hamas terrorists from the Gaza strip recently. In a few short hours, over 1,400 had lost their lives. 3,400 were injured. 199 people were kidnapped.

On Saturday October 7th 2023 the nation of Israel was brutally attacked by Hamas terrorists from the Gaza strip. The attack involved thousands of rockets, men launches themselves through the air on hang-gliders, as well as complex breaches of the fences protecting Israel from the Gaza strip. In a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-2, Mark 13:9-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

Being Alert To What God Is Saying Series

Contributed by Andrew Drury on Mar 26, 2015

It describes how the life of Elisha is ap[plicable to us

This is the 15th and penultimate sermon in series on Elisha. The episodes are particularly bloodthirsty – as they are in scripture, we cannot avoid it. We will look at: 1. Listening before we speak 2. The people we speak to 3. The consequences 1. Listening before we speak God ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Ready For Christ’s Return

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 1, 2013

There are some who are eagerly waiting for Christ's return, In fact some don't want Him to return now and desire to continue doing what they are and then there are those who believe this is just a hoax and don't believe that He will ever return. Which one

Opening illustration: A teacher tells her young students, “Class, I’m going down the hall for a few minutes. I don’t expect to be away long. I’m sure there won’t be any trouble. I trust you to work on your assignments while I’m gone.” Fifteen minutes pass, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gibeonite’s Scam - Scam Alert!

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 5, 2021

The success of Joshua's army hit a speed bump in the road after meeting their tricky neighbors. After this incident the rest of the way was smooth sailing. This is a scam alert!

Joshua 9:3-14 Jos 9:3 And when the inhabitants of Gibeon heard what Joshua had done unto Jericho and to Ai, 4 They did work wilily, and went and made as if they had been ambassadors, and took old sacks upon their asses, and wine bottles, old, and rent, and bound up; 5 And old shoes and clouted ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1-27, Numbers 32:23, Romans 6:23

Denomination: Methodist