Confession restores sensitivity to God. When I make a relational mistake, confession allows me to make it right. Confession means we have made ourselves vulnerable and fully known, but also leads us to a proclamation of belief.
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Jack Schull
Scripture: Psalm 32:1-5, 1 John 1:5-9, Philippians 2:10-11, Proverbs 28:13-14
Topic: Spiritual Disciplines
People who live wisely have more than a high IQ. They cultivate an active mind to handle the everyday decisions of life. Godly fear brings wisdom and quality living. Seeking God, learning to listen, and trusting Him will bring success. Wise people are not deceived.
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Glenn Barteau
Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-4, Proverbs 9 - 11, Proverbs 15:4, Proverbs 3:3
Topic: Spiritual Disciplines
Solomon enumerates the blessings of living by God's wisdom and the consequences of foolishness. Three basic principles emerge: accept God's plan for our lives, apply wisdom daily and cultivate wise friends. Now is the time to enroll in God's School of Wisdom. It pays dividends better than gold.
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Roger Barrier
Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7, Proverbs 13:20, Proverbs 22:7, Proverbs 3:9-10
Topic: Spiritual Disciplines
Paul the apostle teaches that if we know who we are and believe who we are, then we must live who we are-walking worthy of Jesus Christ. We reflect His character by being humble, gentle, compassionate and patient. Preached at Bent Tree Bible Fellowship . Used by permission. Featured at Telling the Truth with Stuart, Jill and Pete Briscoe. Used by permission.
Type: Sermon
Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-4
Topic: Spiritual Disciplines
Spiritual practices such as prayer, fasting and meditation lead to great freedom. They exist for our sake, not God's. They enable us to do what we cannot do through direct effort. "Seated-ness" is the practice of resting in Christ's finished work on the cross. Companion Devotional here.
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Glenn Barteau
Scripture: Ephesians 1:18-20, Ephesians 2:6-7, Ephesians 5:1, Galatians 2:4, John 10:10
Topic: Spiritual Disciplines
God's seventh day is our first day. Pattern your spiritual life on the rhythm of rest first, then work. Night is about giving all over to God, morning is about joining God.
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Glenn Barteau
Scripture: Genesis 2:1-3, John 7:37-38, Luke 14:16-17
Topic: Spiritual Disciplines
Discipline is designed for our good, to produce holiness, righteousness and peace. Effective discipline comes from God, the Bible, wise parents and wise people, even from watching the foolish mistakes of others. Disciplining and responding to discipline both require humility and God direction.
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Roger Barrier
Scripture: Proverbs 3:11-12, Proverbs 12:1, Proverbs 15:31, Proverbs 17:10, Proverbs 29:17
Topic: Spiritual Disciplines
Solomon personifies wisdom as a godly parent advising a child on how to live wisely. He lists five essential truths parents should teach their children before adulthood. A wise father is a common denominator among adults whose lives are flourishing, but it is never too late to choose God's lifestyle.
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Roger Barrier
Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-12
Topic: Spiritual Disciplines
We must be "plugged into God" in order to successfully live the Christian life! Spiritual disciplines like Bible reading/meditation, prayer, solitude, fasting, service, worship, generosity and simplicity all deepen our faith and allow God's power to spark our hearts.
Type: Sermon
Speaker: John McKinzie
Scripture: Hebrews 5:11 - 6:3
Topic: Spiritual Disciplines
Take time to really listen to the people God places in your life. Take time to listen to God and get alone with Him and His Word. Only a personal connection between you and God can fill your heart. You only have a brief moment on earth-one chance to live this life well.
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Francis Chan
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-4, 1 Peter 1:24-25
Topic: Spiritual Disciplines