Sermons on Barriers To Growth:

Satanic Machineries Series

Contributed by Okuchukwu Chukwuka on Apr 1, 2018

This teaching reveals the new age trick of the devil against the church and it's growth. The Devil has been conquered and out rightly subdued.

BIBLE VERSE: MATHEW 13:25, HAGGAI 2:22 holy, holy, holy is the Lord, the one who was, is and is to come. As I write under the influence of the Holy ghost, it is my heart desire that this teaching will fulfill purpose and a actualize vision that is aimed at bring the truth at the forefront ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Got Milk? - 1 Peter 1:23-2:3 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 7, 2024

You could read and memorize the entire Bible and not grow spiritually. This passage describes what must be added so that Scripture will bring growth.

1 Peter 1:22 Having purified your souls by obeying the truth so that you have sincere love for your brothers, love one another continually, from a pure heart. 23 For you have been born again, not of perishable seed, but of imperishable, through the living and enduring word of God. 24 For, "All ...read more

The Arithmetic Of The Christian Life

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 10, 2022

The first chapter of Second Peter provides guidance for Christian growth. The first half of the chapter discusses character qualities for Christians to develop in life.

First Peter was written to comfort and support believers amidst misery and mistreatment, which was an outer attack. This epistle was composed to caution against an inside assault, lack of concern and sin. Here Peter gives the antitoxin for dormancy and foolishness in the Christian life. These two ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:2-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Danger Of Late-Coming And Irregular Church Attendance

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 22, 2025

God ordained the gathering of believers for worship, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Church attendance is not optional for serious Christians; it is a divine instruction and a spiritual necessity.

THE DANGER OF LATE-COMING AND IRREGULAR CHURCH ATTENDANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 10:25 Supporting Texts: Psalm 122:1, Luke 4:16, Acts 2:42, Proverbs 8:17, Matthew 25:1-13 INTRODUCTION: God ordained the gathering of believers for worship, fellowship, and spiritual growth. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Tale Of Two Churches

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jul 5, 2025

A Sermon for a Church who have just recieved a new priest (not me) - that the secret of growth won't be him - it will be them.

Who here would like St Jo’s to grow? [presume lots of hands go up] So [go round asking people] what would it be like if St Jo’s grew significantly? [take a reasonable number of answers to unpack the question – before returning to the sanctuary] Jesus stands in the middle of the crowd and says ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-11, Luke 10:16-20, Galatians 6:1-16, 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

The Power Of Consistency Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 22, 2025

Consistency is a spiritual key to growth, fruitfulness, and lasting impact. Many believers start strong but fizzle out because they fail to maintain momentum.

THE POWER OF CONSISTENCY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 6:9 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 15:58; Hebrews 10:35-36; Proverbs 4:18; Luke 16:10 INTRODUCTION: Consistency is a spiritual key to growth, fruitfulness, and lasting impact. Many believers start strong but fizzle out ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Appointment Of Deacons And The Spirit Of Service Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 28, 2025

God calls every believer to serve faithfully in their assigned role, and when order and delegation are observed in the church, growth, peace, and effectiveness abound.

THE APPOINTMENT OF DEACONS AND THE SPIRIT OF SERVICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 6:1-7 Key Verse: “And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly; and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith.” (Acts 6:7) Supporting ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Year You Must Be Intentional - This Is The Year You Must Be Intentional

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Dec 24, 2025

This is the year you must be intentional. Not emotional. Not casual. Not reactive. Intentional. Spiritual growth will not happen accidentally. Progress will not come by chance. Victory will not be a coincidence.

THE YEAR YOU MUST BE INTENTIONAL INTRODUCTION Every new year comes with expectations, prayers, and hopes for change. Many people desire growth, progress, and victory, yet few understand that none of these happen by accident. Spiritual maturity is not automatic. Progress is not seasonal. Victory ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Not Now Perhaps But You Will! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Emphasize the urgency and importance of confessing Jesus as Lord in our lives, not as a one-time event, but as a daily surrender and process of growth into Christ-likeness.

Good morning, church family. Today we're going to dive into a topic that is both urgent and timeless - the confession of our faith. Our focus scripture for today's sermon is Philippians 2:10-11, which says, "that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:10-11

Topics: Confess, Will

Anchored In The Storm PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2023

Explores finding hope, strength, and growth amidst life's storms through faith and trust in God, our ever-present refuge and help.

Good morning, beloved family. We gather here today under the loving gaze of our Heavenly Father. We are here to share, to learn, and to grow in His Word. We are here to find comfort and strength, to find an anchor in the storms of life, and to grow through the gales that buffet us. Today, we turn ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-2

Topics: Anchored, Storms

Leadership Side By Side PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 5, 2023

Explores the biblical perspective on leadership, emphasizing its role in fostering cooperation, achieving goals, and enhancing spiritual growth within the Christian community.

Good morning, family. I'm so glad to see each of you here today. I love Sundays, don't you? It's our special time to gather together, to share in fellowship, and most importantly, to open up God's Word together. Today, we're going to talk about something that touches every area of our lives - ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:9, Ephesians 4:11-16

Topics: Cooperative Leadership, Goal Oriented

I Made It PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

This sermon explores how trials and struggles are God's way of communicating with us, urging us to view them as opportunities for growth and closeness to Him.

Hey there, church family! We've got an interesting talk lined up today, something I think we can all relate to on some level. We're going to be chatting about trials, struggles, and testimonies...and not just any testimonies, but those that come right from the trenches of life's hardest moments. I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

Topics: Overcoming, Perseverance

The Gist PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 26, 2023

Encourages perseverance in faith and spiritual growth, despite failures or disappointments, drawing inspiration from the dedication and determination in Luke 2:22-40.

Good morning, church. It's a joy to stand before you today, as we gather in this place of worship, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to draw nearer to Him. As we gather today, we find ourselves in the early days of a new year. A time of hope and expectation, a time when many of us are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Topics: New Year's Eve, Reflections, Resolutions

I Am Going Through But I Am Running Over PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 10, 2023

This sermon explores finding God's grace, growth, and gain in our trials, as exemplified in Psalm 23, encouraging trust in God's presence and protection.

Good morning, beloved family. It's another beautiful day that the Lord has made, a day filled with promise and potential, a day to draw closer to our God and to each other. We gather here today, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as brothers and sisters in Christ, united by a common ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4-5

Topics: Grace, Valley

More Sermon Series: I Want More! (Part 2) PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 7, 2024

This sermon encourages us to emulate Elisha's resilience and desire for spiritual growth, seeking to be more like Jesus and trusting in God's rewarding nature.

A warm welcome to each and every one of you, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a blessing to be gathered here today, united in our love for God and our hunger to understand His Word more deeply. In this sacred space, we come together as a family, a community, seeking to grow in faith, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:9-10

Topics: Receiving More, Being Faithful