Sermons on spiritually alive:

Characteristics Of An Alive Church (Colossians Sermon 1) Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Sep 16, 2018

Do you meet the characteristics of an alive, dead or sick church?

Characteristics of an Alive Church Colossians 1:1–14 Introduction If we read carefully the opening verses of Paul’s letter to the church at Colosse, we can see seven characteristics that mark an alive church even today. Payday Someday A little boy was reading a book. His father walked past the door ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Man's Law Vs God's Grace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023

This sermon's main point is to understand that we are justified by faith in Jesus Christ, not by the works of the law, and to appreciate the power of God's grace and the limitations of legalism.

Good morning, family! Today, we're diving into the heart of Paul's letter to the Galatians, where we'll explore themes of faith, grace, and the limitations of legalism. As we set the stage, let's remember the words of A.W. Tozer, a respected Christian author, who said, "Faith, as Paul saw it, was a ...read more

Topics: Alive, Christ

Touching Lives From The Grave

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 26, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Kings 13: 1 – 25

2 Kings 13: 1 – 25 Touching lives from the grave 13 In the twenty-third year of Joash the son of Ahaziah, king of Judah, Jehoahaz the son of Jehu became king over Israel in Samaria and reigned seventeen years. 2 And he did evil in the sight of the LORD and followed the sins of Jeroboam the son of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Spiritual Growth Series Series

Contributed by Alexander John on Jul 5, 2007

THE ROLE OF SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES IN SPIRITUAL GROWTH

LESSON 8: THE ROLE OF SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES IN SPIRITUAL GROWTH “The Disciplines are God’s way of getting us into the ground; they put us where He can work within us and transform us. By themselves the Spiritual Disciplines can do nothing; they can only get us to the place where something can be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:25-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keep Hope Alive During The Storm PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023

This sermon encourages finding hope, strength, and courage in the midst of life's storms through unwavering faith in God's love and guidance.

Good morning, family. We gather here today, bound by faith, love, and the shared belief that we are never alone in our struggles. Today, we find ourselves in the midst of a storm, not of rain and thunder, but of life's trials and tribulations. Yet, we are not afraid. We stand firm in our faith, ...read more

Topics: Hope, Alive

Breaking The Chains Of Spiritual Stagnation

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 30, 2025

Spiritual stagnation occurs when a believer’s walk with God becomes inactive, unfruitful, or lacking growth.

BREAKING THE CHAINS OF SPIRITUAL STAGNATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 Supporting Texts: Philippians 3:13-14, Isaiah 40:31, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Revelation 3:15-16, Proverbs 4:18 INTRODUCTION Spiritual stagnation occurs when a believer’s walk with God becomes inactive, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spiritual

Contributed by Harold Hansen on Aug 19, 2009

Bible Study Getting right with the Lord Forgivness of sin Robert Rimes

Spiritual Renewal Psalm 51:10-17. When you have wandered away from God. How can you return to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Spirituality Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 7, 2024

Spirituality is where fear and faith collide. Escaping the trap of spirituality means admitting our limitations, recognizing the call and walking in obedience in spite of our fear.

We continue our series of “Escape” by looking at another area that keeps us from experiencing the freedom Jesus’ coming and rising offer us. The last few weeks we have spoken about escaping bad decisions, the shame/guilt that accompanies them and even trading religion for relationships. This week ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33, Hebrews 11:32-40, John 16:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keys To Spiritual Renewal

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

Make Jesus known where he is needed. Be his heralds and his ambassadors.

Opening illustration: Our country is in desperate need of a spiritual awakening, but we have a problem. When we consider that the last true, widespread, landscape changing spiritual awakening in this country was in the middle of the 19th century, it is safe to say that no one “alive today” has ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Death To Life (Resurrection Power) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 18, 2025

To move from death to life means more than escaping physical death. It is the miracle of being made spiritually alive through Christ. The resurrection is not just about Jesus coming out of the grave—it is about us stepping into a new dimension of living, filled with purpose, joy, and eternal hope.

FROM DEATH TO LIFE (RESURRECTION POWER) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 6:4 Supporting Texts: Colossians 2:12-13, Ephesians 2:4-6, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 2:20, John 11:25 INTRODUCTION: The resurrection of Jesus is not just a past event; it is a divine transition point for every ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Spiritually Dead Christian Series

Contributed by Jacob Burdette on Dec 4, 2023

A look at those who were once Christians but are now spiritually dead.

The Spiritually Dead Christian If you have your Bible, please open it to Revelation 3. We are going to look at a lot of scripture today, but that is where we will start. A kindergarten teacher was observing her classroom of children while they drew. She would occasionally walk around to see each ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Signs Of Life Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Jan 27, 2010

One does not look for signs of death but signs of life. That is true when we look for spiritual life as well. One of the "Great Buts" of the Bible. Vvv. 1-5

As late as 5 pm Wednesday a 5-year-old boy named Monley was pulled alive from a collapsed Haitian home on Wednesday, eight days after the earthquake.1 In addition rescue workers heard a faint tapping from the Hotel Montana but it ceased following the after-shock. Nicholas Reader, spokesman for the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

You Are Made Alive In Christ Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 14, 2019

As Christ had gone down into His baptism of death, so the communicant in the moment of baptism was “buried,” as Christ had been in the grave. Then he “rose” into “new life,” as Christ had risen on the first Easter Day.

11/5/18 Tom Lowe IVB2: You are Made Alive in Christ (Col. 2:13-15) • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” appear as endnotes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Dead In Sin, Alive In Christ

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jan 31, 2023

Can a man be officially alive after being declared legally dead? That question became international news when a man from Ohio showed up in good health after being reported missing more than 25 years earlier.

Alba 1-29-2023 DEAD IN SIN, ALIVE IN CHRIST Ephesians 2:1-7 Can a man be officially alive after being declared legally dead? That question became international news when a man from Ohio showed up in good health after being reported missing more than 25 years earlier. At the time of his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dead To Sin, Alive To God

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jun 27, 2002

At baptism, God changes your personality. Let’s see how.

Romans 6:1-11 DEAD TO SIN, ALIVE TO GOD In our country, a major change is taking place. The wildfires in Colorado and Arizona are completely changing the landscape over there. Some of our WELS people living in those areas have been evacuated. A major change is taking place, and you have to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran