Sermons on Act Maturely:

Why Jesus Ministered To People According To Their Maturity

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus knew that new believers needed a different diet of spiritual food and exercise than the more mature. The Lord Jesus knew the wisdom of Heb 5:14 which says, "But solid food is for the mature who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish

1. Jesus knew that new believers needed a different diet of spiritual food and exercise than the more mature. The Lord Jesus knew the wisdom of Heb 5:14 which says, "But solid food is for the mature who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil." Application: Ask the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does A Mature Christian Look Like

Contributed by Robert Brent on Apr 1, 2006

What description would you give to Christian maturity?

What Does A Mature Christian Look Like? [Colossians 1:9-12] Pious? Holy? Incurably happy? (Dramatize/adlib a little) Paul gave a description of a mature Christian in these verses. Actually it was his pray for the believers at Colosse 1. A mature Christian has a thorough grasp of God’s will. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Blessed Are Those Who Mature In The Lord

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019

This message was prepared for and given to residents of a senior living community, and, lifts up reasons for thankfulness for the gift of old age which provides new opportunities to grow in grace.

(If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) Matthew 5:1-12 contains a list of blessings known as the Beatitudes, each beginning with “blessed are”. The English word, "blessed" is a translation from the ancient ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: United Methodist

The Next Level Of Faith (Grow Into A Matured Christian)*

Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 15, 2019

Seek to develop yourself in the Christian faith so you can be full of the wisdom of God as a matured Christian and apply it

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *THE NEXT LEVEL OF FAITH (GROW INTO A MATURED CHRISTIAN)* 1 Corinthians 2:6-8 King James Version (KJV) 6 Howbeit we speak wisdom among them that are perfect: yet not the wisdom of this world, nor of the princes of this world, that come to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-8

Denomination: Charismatic

We Must Grow And Mature In Christ Jesus

Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 20, 2019

Until the church matures, jealousy, envy, chasing after miracles and prophecies will not be under control and led by the Spirit of God but led by human desires

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *WE MUST GROW AND MATURE IN CHRIST JESUS* 1 Corinthians 3:1-5 King James Version (KJV) 3 And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in Christ. 2 I have fed you with milk, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-5

Denomination: Charismatic

Maturing Through God's Discipline

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 3, 2025

Discipline is often misunderstood as punishment or harsh treatment, but God’s discipline is an expression of His deep love and care for His children.

MATURING THROUGH GOD'S DISCIPLINE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:5-11 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:11-12, Revelation 3:19, Psalm 94:12, James 1:2-4 INTRODUCTION: Discipline is often misunderstood as punishment or harsh treatment, but God’s discipline is an expression of His ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Training Vs Trying Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 4, 2015

If we are going to grow spiritually, we must move from just trying to grow, to training for growth.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Where are you spiritually today? Are you growing, is your faith exciting to you or are you bored and disconnected? • There are times when Christians struggle to grow in their faith. • Over time we see people who were excited about Jesus walk away. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Calling

Contributed by John Oscar on Feb 22, 2017

God has a calling on everyone, and it's vital for our spiritual health and growth to discover that calling

Scripture: 1 Tim 3:8-13 My calling- End of summer 1999 I was listening to a sermon on being a bondservant when God called me to the ministry with the words “Study to show yourself approved, and I will make you a minister to my people” Many of you have heard my testimony of my calling, but one part ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

To Live: Grow Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Aug 5, 2009

Paul reminds us that true joy in life is found as we continue to grow spiritually!

TEXT: Philippians 1:3-11 TITLE: To Live: GROW SERIES: To Live (Philippians series) TOPIC: Spiritual Growth OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church June 21, 2009 PROP.: We are EXPECTED to Grow. God wants us to Grow. Paul wants us to Grow. INTRODUCTION: Good morning! We find ourselves ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fly High - Acts Part 16 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 1, 2006

Acts chapter 18 reveals the importance of passing the torch onto to others so that the spread of the Gospel can continue. The Heart beat of the message of Christ goes on as others pass it on to others and take the time to mentor and disciple others.

Fly High – Acts part 16 On the lighter side of life: See funny pictures from aha.com Scripture Text: Acts 18 The Holy Bible, New International Version. Pradis In Corinth Ac 18:1 After this, Paul left Athens and went to Corinth. Ac 18:2 There he met a Jew named Aquila, a native of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Handling Objections And Criticism

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Feb 27, 2013

Peter might be riding high on the cloud of joy and excitement as he is reporting to the Church of Jerusalem the advancement of God’s Kingdom to the Gentile. But instead of appreciation and recognition, what he received is objection and criticism. Let's se

HANDLING OBJECTIONS AND CRITICISMS Acts 11:1-18 Act 11:1 Soon the news reached the apostles and other believers in Judea that the Gentiles had received the word of God. Act 11:2 But when Peter arrived back in Jerusalem, some of the Jewish believers criticized him. Act 11:3 "You entered the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

So, You Had A Bad Day?

Contributed by Richard A. Bradley on May 3, 2012

We all have had bad days; even believers. How we react to those bad days testify to the depth of our spiritual maturity.

“SO, YOU HAD A BAD DAY” Acts 16:16-25 16 Now it happened, as we went to prayer, that a certain slave girl possessed with a spirit of divination met us, who brought her masters much profit by fortune-telling. 17 This girl followed Paul and us, and cried out, saying, "These men are the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Godly Leaders

Contributed by Mark Elkins on Jul 7, 2010

The church needs leaders that are willing to be Godly.

Asserting Leadership p. 312 Ill. Unl. Who’s the King of the Jungle? Bosses and Leaders- A boss creates fear, a leader creates confidence. Bossism creates resentment, leadership breeds enthusiasm. A boss says, “I”, a leaders says, “We”. A bosses fixes blame, a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Under Construction (Updated Version)

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 5, 2025

A sermon about the conversion and the journey.

“Under Construction” Acts 2:1-21 Pentecost is one of the most important days in the history of Christianity. It is, quite literally, the birthday of the Jesus’ Church. In importance, it ranks right up there with Christmas and Easter. That being said, a lot of people know very little about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Fly High - Acts Part 13 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 27, 2006

The book of Acts teaches us that disagreements in the Body of Christ are normal and it matters for all eternity how you handle them.

“Fly High” – Acts part 13 On the Lighter Side of Life: Thesis: The book of Acts teaches us that disagreements in the Body of Christ are normal and it matters for all eternity how you handle them. Scripture Text: Acts 15:1-41: 1Some men came down from Judea to Antioch and were teaching the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational