Spiritual Growth / Spiritual Fruit

  • The Inadequacy of Profession by

    In this message, Dr. Sproul spends time to list a few of the factors which may contribute to a false sense of security. One of the chief factors he feels is very important for evangelicals to understand, is that salvation …

  • The Indwelling Power of Love by

    When the Holy Spirit indwells a believer, He does not move in empty-handed—he brings something else with him. “So what is it?” you might ask. Whatever it is, he brought it because we didn’t have it. It reflects …

  • The Practice of Love by

    Scripture describes love as an attribute of God, and because of that, it is a fruit of the Spirit. As first Corinthians thirteen describes, “Love is perfect.” But as we look around, and particularly at our selves, perfection is hard …

  • The Priorities of Righteousness by

    Often when we hear the word Pharisee, we are prone to think of terms like hypocrite, viper, or some other less than noble description. But the religious leaders of Jesus’ day weren’t completely devoid of virtue; they were doing …

  • The Struggle for Spiritual Growth by

    Are you struggling with sin? Not satisfied with where you are in your sanctification? Do you become frustrated at times when you consider where you are in your spiritual growth? Beginning this series on Developing Christian Character, Dr. Sproul considers …

  • True or False Assurance by

    Continuing on the subject of Assurance of Salvation, Dr. Sproul’s desire in this message is to talk a little bit more about the matter, looking at some of the problems that may arise as we seek to gain that …