Sermons on spiritually clean:

What Is True Spirituality? Series

Contributed by Michael Murdock on Oct 28, 2002

Based on "Fully Devoted; Living each day in Jesus’ name by Willow Creek Resource & Zondervan; Session #1

What is True Spirituality? 1 John 2:6 Introduction: Hank had attended church since he was a boy and now he was 60 years old. Everyone knew who Hank was, there wasn’t a Sunday that went by that Hank wasn’t in church. The truth however is no one really knew Hank at all. Hank had difficulty ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being Spiritually Healthy

Contributed by Rick Sunstrom on Dec 14, 2005

Are you spiritually healthy? This message will challenge you to do what it takes to make sure you are.

Being Spiritually Healthy The last couple of days I have been struggling with a cold/flu virus. Not unusual for North Dakota in the winter, but miserable nonetheless. The first day of the illness I was running a 100+ degree fever and ached all over. I spent most of the day in bed and the next day ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Authentic Spiritual Leadership

Contributed by Sean Lester on Mar 24, 2009

Paul demonstrates authentic leadership that unifies the church and leads the church to fulfilling its purpose of bringing people into the kingdom of God.

Authentic Spiritual Leadership Rev. Sean Lester March 22, 2009 pm Text: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21 Introduction: a. The Corinthian church had been in a crisis. Divisions had arisen over who the pre-eminent leaders were. Some said Paul, others said Apollos. But, Paul reveals to us in this passage ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Joys Of Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Mar 17, 2009

As we grow as Christian’s we not only come to experience the joy that comes with it, but we also bring joy to the Lord, when He sees his children grow.

The Growing Christian Series The Joys of Spiritual Growth 2 Peter 3:18 Introduction There are many joys for the Christian. We can praise God for the joy of having our sins forgiven. We can rejoice in the blessed assurance of being his heirs. We can face the future with optimism because of our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret To Spiritual Maturity

Contributed by John Harvey on Mar 13, 2007

The apostle Paul descirebes love as the key to spiritual maturity.

“The Secret to Spiritual Maturity” March 11, 2007 Intro: Many Christians have a goal of being “mature” believers. We have to ask ourselves, “What defines spiritual maturity?” Is it scripture memory, daily devotionals, volunteering at church or is it actually going on the middle school retreat? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

"Three Spiritual Laws"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Feb 15, 2008

Three Spiritual laws that affect your life every day. 1. The law of life and death 2. The law of the Increase 3. The law of the harvest

“Three Spiritual Laws” February 17, 2008 We are all governed by laws. Right now there is a political battle going on over who is going to be the law makers. The liberal side wants more laws and more regulations to protect and take care of people, they say. The conservative side wants fewer ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:9-10

Denomination: Holiness

"Building Spiritual Muscle"

Contributed by Brad King on Feb 15, 2008

We can gain strength and build spiritual muscle through study and application of God’s Word. Peter exhorts us to grow by the Word of God, but how does this happen?

Peter exhorts the people that God’s Word is edifying for life and learning. He encourages his readers to build their spiritual muscle through study and application of biblical truth. We can build strength through the Bible. When can we build strength by the Word? 1 Peter 1:24-2:3 4 ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Spirituality Of Trinity And Community Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 25, 2008

The Celtic emphasis and understanding of Trinity leads us into community with God and eachother

Celtic Spirituality June 9, 2008 Trinity and Community Take up Home Work Home work: Visit a gallery, find one piece and meditate on it Is God present in the piece? How? Is He absent? How? - Extra reading: Luci Shaw Art and Christian Spirituality: Companions in the Way in Direction Journal ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:21

Denomination: *other

Spirituality Of Solitude And Silence Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 25, 2008

Jesus invites us to come away for awhile alone with him.

Solitude and Silence Earthed Spirituality If Celtic Spirituality was born out of Patrick’s experience, then it was born out of solitude. Patrick spent 6 years from age 6-22 living the life of a monk as a slave-shepherd in the hills of Ireland. He used his solitude to pray, praying the psalms day ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:31

Denomination: *other

Spirituality Of Mission And Service Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 25, 2008

The Celtic Church was a missionary movement, combining evangelism and social change.

Celtic Spirituality of Mission and Service I remember one of the first sessions that we had on Celtic Spirituality, one of you asked me if the Celtic Christians lived a fairly quiet Christian life, not “pushing” their faith on the cultures around them. It was a question that had a definite bias ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4, 1 John 1:1

Denomination: *other

Victory In Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 12, 2009

Victory is always preceded by worship. By observing God’s Word and the experiences drawn from his people, we see that this is the major key in victory over our spiritual battles. When all you have is God, you have all you need.

Opening illustration: A wise Bible teacher once said, “Sooner or later God will bring self-sufficient people to the place where they have no resource but Him – no strength, no answers, nothing but Him. Without God’s help, they are sunk.” He then told of a despairing man who confessed to his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Heart Trouble

Contributed by Mike Ingo on Aug 11, 2011

Exploring symptoms of spiritual heart disease.

Heart Attack Info: now we talk about spiritual heart failure: more deadly: kills us twice! Heart: in text: seat of feelings, desires, affections, impulses: seat of intellect (in the mind). As a noun: innermost, core, center: (inner man). Signs / Symptoms: see signs, have to be told ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Holiness

Spiritual Darkness Described

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 29, 2011

The treatment of Jesus during and after His trial was awful. And yet if was normal for people who are in darkness. Because when it is dark, you miss things you should be able to see.

Passage: Matthew 27:27-46 Intro: Lightning is more impressive at night. PP lightning in the day PP Lightning storm at night 1. we see spiritual darkness all around us in many ways. 2. but there are few examples greater than what went on during the torment and crucifixion of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-44

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Spiritual Blessings In Christ Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Apr 16, 2012

The message of Ephesians 1:3-14 is simply this: believers are chosen from the foundations of the earth, redeemed in Christ, possessing an inheritance of matchless worth. Glory to God for so great a salvation as this!

“Spiritual Blessings in Christ,” Ephesians 1:3-14 Outline I. Prolegomena II. Introduction III. Transition a. In the Greek, verses 3-14 comprise one sentence and encompass the past, present, and future of God’s eternal purpose for the church. It is Paul’s outline of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Christian Church

The Source Of Spiritual Satisfaction Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 18, 2012

That’s what happens when we believe in, and trust, and accept Christ. Every need of life, of nourishment, and of growth is met. Nothing is left out or lacking. This doesn’t mean that the person will never again hunger after righteousness. Because a pe

READ the whole passage. I read verse 36 and have to wonder how many people today would be the same way. If Jesus Christ walked into this sanctuary right now and told us who He was, would we believe or would we require a sign. It makes me wonder how many people REALLY believe that Jesus is a real ...read more

Scripture: John 6:30-36

Denomination: Baptist