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  • John Tung avatar

    How Intentional Are You? Series

    Contributed by John Tung on Nov 14, 2000
    based on 77 ratings
     | 10,306 views

    Good things happen only when we are intentional about it, including our spiritual growth.

    "HOW INTENTIONAL ARE YOU?" Luke 6:46-49 John Tung, 11-12-00 I. Introduction Things do not just happen. Ask Al Gore and George W. Bush. They do not get votes just by placing their names on the ballots for the Presidency. They have to work hard, very hard, spend money, lots of money, and energy, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Converted But Not Changed!

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Sep 18, 2002
    based on 59 ratings
     | 14,293 views

    A sermon that goes through the basic step of Spiritual growth, and challenges the saved to move into a deeper walk with God.

    Converted But Not Changed! Pastor Glenn Newton March 17, 2002 Acts 1:4-5; 7-9; 2:1-4 This morning’s message is an important one, I’ve been wrestling with it for a while and I Need God’s help this morning to help me deliver it effectively. Let me tell you why it’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Neccessity Of A God Given Vision For The Local Church

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jun 25, 2003
    based on 249 ratings
     | 31,329 views

    This sermon reminds us that the survival and growth of the church is predicated upon the knowledge of its God-given vision.

    Introduction: No organization will survive without vision. Apart from vision, individuals will perish. Without vision our children will perish. Without vision, communities will perish. Without vision, churches will perish. Without vision, societies will perish. Without vision, lost souls will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Get In The Game: Preview Of Coming Attractions At Bethany Series

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Sep 28, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,890 views

    This is a "preview" of the National Campaign of the 40 Days of Purpose, a spiritual growth campaign in which Bethany Church will participate.

    (PowerPoint presentation available--email author) Slide 1 GET IN THE GAME: Preview of Coming Attractions at Bethany Slide 2 What are the best things about the arrival of fall? Its crisp air, brisk breezes, and dipping temperatures? Its radiant colors and ravishing smells? The picture on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Got That Sinkin' Feeling

    Contributed by Cameron Horsburgh on Oct 20, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,439 views

    The importance of Spiritual Growth, and how to go about it. Concentrates on the importance of the Bible, but could easily be adapted.

    Introduction Story about the sinkholes. (Taken from Gordon Macdonald’s Ordering your Private World.) Sinkholes occur because cavities under the ground become exposed. Sinkholes will occur in our lives if we do not keep them ‘filled up.’ I want to talk to you today about a problem I have seen many ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Chruch Atttendance Vitamin Series

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,114 views

    This is the fourth in a series of seven messages I preached at Wednesday night Prayer meeting on Spiritual Growth and Fitness.

    Spiritual Growth and Fitness Church Attendance Hebrews 10:25 Testimonies from last week’s exercise -- Meditation There are three essential things for a person to grow up healthy. (We want to be healthy, don’t we?) Food Exercise Rest These must be kept in balance. 1. Vitamin – Church ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Vitamin Of Service Series

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,983 views

    This is the seventh of a seven part series I preached at Wendesday night Prayer Meeting on Spiritual Growth and Fitness.

    Spiritual Growth and Fitness Serving Psalm 100:2 Intro: This is the last message in the Spiritual Growth and Fitness series. P – Prayer W – Word M – Meditation CA-Church Attendance F- Faith H – Confession of Sin There are three essential things ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Something's Got To Give

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Feb 26, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,607 views

    The need for a complete change when becoming a Christian so as to make room for the ever expanding growth into Christianity

    Scripture: Matthew 9:14 – 17 Title: “Something’s Got To Give” Introduction: I have been very privileged to have owned a number of very good cars. When I bought them they served me very well and lasted for a number of years. But the time came when they had to be replaced. The use of the vehicle ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lord Send The Rain - Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Charles Hines on Dec 29, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,029 views

    When God allows rain to come in our lives, it is always for a reason, a season, for growth, and to prduce fruit.

    Lord send the Rain - Part 4 Deuteronomy 11:13-17 Another point that we must not ignore is the phrase found in Genesis 1:12, which says, “ whose seed was in itself, after his kind.” When God called the fruit bearing trees forth, one important thing that He did was to put the seed in the tree so ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    There Is Destructive Power In Strife

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 2, 2014
     | 6,299 views

    Strife, friction, bitterness can thrive and limit the growth and plan of God. Unity must be our goal.

    THE STRONGMAN OF STRIFE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Proverbs 26:20 Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth. 21 As coals are to burning coals, and wood to fire; so is a contentious man to kindle strife. I. DO WE REALY ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Breaking Habits Which Make Us Feel Safe Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 6, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,984 views

    The Church must reach out in mission to those who are in need, whatever their stage of spiritual growth or seeking.

    Thursday of 2nd Week in Advent Joy of the Gospel Not everything in the Scriptures is easy for us in the 21st century to understand. That is particularly true in our passages from Isaiah and Matthew today. Isaiah is exaggerating for effect. At the coming of the Redeemer, he says, everything ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    "Be Responsible Not Irresponsible" 1 Cor Pt 8 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 16, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,358 views

    Paul warns the mature Christians in Corinth not to be irresponsible but responsible for the growth and spiritual well being of the babes in Christ.

    “Be responsible not irresponsible!” Have Dr. Joe share about his mission trip? Summarize last week’s message: Lessons on marriage and family – Paul tells the church to be responsible and do things God’s way! Today he tells them to be responsible also in their relationships with others in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Growing Through Failure Series

    Contributed by Mark Nichols on Apr 10, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,132 views

    Everyone fails. It’s what you do in the midst of that failure whether or not growth will take place.

    TEXT: John 8:1-7, Psalm 103 TITLE: Growing Pain #1: Growing through failure! SERIES: The Growing Church TOPIC: Spiritual Growth OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, April 6, 2008 PROP.: Everyone fails. It’s what you do in the midst of that failure whether or not growth will take place. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Importance Of The Local Chruch (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Angel Caballero on Oct 19, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,882 views

    Many believers have been caught up with the idea that the local church is unimportant and unnecessary to their Christian growth

    The Importance of the Local Church Introduction Today, we are going learn how significant the church of Jesus to all the believers. My goal today, is for you to see the important part of the church in your spiritual growth. Many believers have been caught up with the idea that the local church is ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Awesome Antioch Series

    Contributed by Brad Cowger on Nov 4, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,175 views

    Antioch is a wonderful example of a church being used by God. It has 5 important elements of kingdom growth.

    Awesome Antioch Acts 11:19-30 Introduction: For the next few weeks we are going to be talking about qualities and principles of a Growing church. We are taking these concepts not from some populous book but from the word of God. I would like us to turn to Acts 11:19 and lets look at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist