Sermons about Barriers To Growth

Evangelism 101

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 19, 2015

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When we are nearing the end of our witnessing, we have to wait for signs of readiness and response. If that readiness indicates belief in the resurrection, the audience is ready to begin their new life in Christ.

Have you ever wondered how you can share the Good News with the people you meet? If so, the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8:26-40 is a good teaching manual. Philip was leading a revival in Samaria that was leading multitudes of people to Christ. God called Philip from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Anglican

Hiding Behind A Mask

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Oct 21, 2020

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Everywhere you go people are wearing masks. We are nearing the end of a pandemic that has changed our world in so many ways. I’m not saying that you should not wear a mask. But, hasn’t this experience demonstrated to you how important it is to see people’s expressions behind the mask.

Hiding Behind a Mask Everywhere you go people are wearing masks. We are nearing the end of a pandemic that has changed our world in so many ways. I’m not saying that you should not wear a mask. But, hasn’t this experience demonstrated to you how important it is to see people’s expressions behind ...read more

Scripture: Job 31:33-34, Ephesians 2:14, Galatians 3:28, Matthew 7:12, 1 Peter 3:8-9, Galatians 5:13 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Transformed By Truth: "every Person Is As Close To God As They Want To Be" James 4:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 12, 2024

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From James 4:8 a sermon to challenge the listener to reflect on their relationship with God.

Transformed by Truth: "Every Person is as Close to God as They Want to Be" James 4:8 Introduction Today, we explore a profound truth: "Every person is as close to God as they want to be." This statement challenges us to reflect on our personal relationship with God. Our main ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8, Psalm 145:18, Isaiah 59:2, 1 John 1:9, Philippians 3:10, Jeremiah 29:13 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Worship

Contributed by Mike Hamilton on Apr 29, 2003

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When Jesus says, "A time is coming and now has come when true worshippers will worship the Lord in spirit and in truth," he was giving us some insights into worship.

“Worship” John 4:7-23 If you were to ask 100 people what worship is, you’d probably get 100 different answers. The primary reason for this would be the wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Another reason for such a wide range of views of worship is the never-ending list of “worship ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-23

Denomination: Baptist

Connect

Contributed by John Harvey on Oct 17, 2007

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Connecting with God si the first step toward Chrsitian maturity.

October 7, 2007 Me: I have always longed for relationship. I have always had a major desire to be in close relationships with other people. What I have discovered is that I really want connection. I like to find a place where I belong and where I can really be myself. It was not very long ago ...read more

Scripture: John 4:10-24

Denomination: Baptist

Squandering The Blessings Of God

Contributed by Ken Alford on Nov 25, 2001

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WASTING GOD’S BLESSINGS STUNTS CHRISTIAN GROWTH. Here are three Facts regarding Christian growth.

SQUANDERING THE BLESSINGS OF GOD Hebrews 6:1-12 INTRODUCTION: 1. This morning the bananas in the fruit bowl were just ripe-right for making bread. Tomorrow they’d have been too soft. So I took the time to sift and stir, and now a special fragrance fills the air. Soon I’ll take from the oven ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Is This A Molehill Or A Mountain?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 2, 2002

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Let’s study personal spiritual growth, and maturity, and how worry hinders growth and maturity in the church?

IS THIS A MOLEHILL OR A MOUNTAIN? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Luke 21:26 Men’s hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth, ... 2 Peter 3:18 But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord. LOOK AT HOW WORRY IS ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18, Luke 21:26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Praying, Proclaiming And Witnessing Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 12, 2006

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In continuing our series in "Keys to Spiritual Growth," we look at three more keys to spiritual growth.

Scripture Today we continue in my sermon series on “Keys to Spiritual Growth.” My foundational text for this series is 2 Peter 3:18: "But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen" (2 Peter 3:18). Introduction Did you know ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Standing At The Jorday, Transition Time Series

Contributed by Dan Morrison on Aug 5, 2002

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A host of people stood at the Jordan will they proceed in faith or go back into the wilderness?

Standing at the Jordan Joshua 3:1-13 Preached at Midway Community Church Jan 9,2000 Intro: Joshua: Where the promise becomes a reality; Have the promises of God through Jesus become a reality to you? As we see God’s covenant people posses the land, we can learn how the promise became a reality ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Does Your Church Want To Get Well?

Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 15, 2012

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Some churches suffer from a defeated attitude when Jesus calls us to take simple steps, not giant steps. We aren't on an escalator, but must move our legs to climb the stairs set before us.

Attended a confernece on recognizing, halting, and preenting decline in the local church this past Saturday. In reading the foreword to the book "Reaching the summit" by George L. Yates, the illustration of the lame man at the pool of Bethsaida is used to demonstrate the attitude of some churches ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Practical Atheism

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jul 7, 2004

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We are opposed to atheists and their impact on our society, but is it possible that we are atheists in the way we act? How can we keep from becoming practical atheists?

Passage: I Samuel 17 Intro: If you want to stir up the Christian community, talk about atheists and atheism. 1. we know the definition well; those who do not believe that God exists. 2. as a unified group, take responsibility for all kinds of mischief. 3. prayer in schools, ten commandments ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Touching Jesus

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Nov 12, 2006

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When you touch jesus everything changes.

In our text this woman had a problem, not a little problem like a wart on her finger, not a problem she could ignore. This problem was stealing her life, she was dying (everyday she died a little more). *This problem was long standing for 12 years she had suffered with it. *She had spent all her ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:24-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dare To Dream Again! Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Feb 15, 2003

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DARE TO DREAM AGAIN (Preadventure) How can we find the strength to run the human race? When our dreams come crashing down, how can we dream again? Find practical answers for how to receive God’s strength in your life.

· The cartoon character “Cathy” celebrated Valentines Day with a large box of chocolate candies she bought for herself. [Cathy begins eating her candy.] “I eat this canty to get back at Richard, who didn’t give me a valentine in the second grade. . .which began a 25 year unraveling of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31, Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Seek The Lord With All Your Heart (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Aug 4, 2006

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This sermon explores the benefits of seeking the Lord and helps aid the Christian in how to seek.

Having a heart that seeks wholly after God is the one sure way for living and fulfilling the Christian life to its full potential; however, it is also a difficult endeavor. It is not difficult because it is complicated but because human nature gets in the way. By nature, we seek our own good and we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:8

Denomination: Baptist

Reprioritization

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Nov 15, 2005

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The transformation of these 3120 new believers by the Holy Spirit was incredible. These experienced some radical repriortization of their lives; even their finances! And God used them powerfully.

Passage: Acts 2:42-47 Intro: Growing up in the church as I have, I have seen many churches and heard of many others. 1. among most Christian churches, I found the same basic program going on. 2. opportunities to be instructed, Sunday School, worship services, kids clubs, VBS, Bible Studies, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Evangelical Free

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