Sermons on Both Grow:

The Compassion Of Jesus And Believing Faith.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 25, 2022

If we will not believe the gospel, then there is no sign that will convince us. Growing in faith is a work in progress.

THE COMPASSION OF JESUS AND BELIEVING FAITH. Mark 8:1-21. The first thing that I noticed in reading through this short passage was the COMPASSION of Jesus. “I have COMPASSION on the multitude, because they have now been with me three days, and they have nothing to eat” (Mark 8:2). This is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Discipline Of Silence And Solitude Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 31, 2021

A continuing look at spiritual disciplines to help us grow more like Christ.

Spiritual Discipline: Silence and Solitude August 1, 2021 I don’t think I need to tell you how crazy life is. We all have pressures and demands. They come in all different shapes, directions and sizes. Some are the result of our jobs, or are due to family situations or obligations. They come ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35-37, Matthew 14:22-23, James 1:19

Denomination: Baptist

Be Fruitful

Contributed by Rolando, Jr Pama on Sep 14, 2024

• Fruitfulness can be obtained when you continue to what makes you grow.

1. DIE TO SELF • John 12:24 Very truly I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds. 2. FIGHT THE GOOD FIGHT. • 1 Timothy 6:12 Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you ...read more

Scripture: John 15:16

Thrive PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023

Encourage discernment in choosing righteous paths and associations to grow more into the image of Christ.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this blessed gathering, where we come together in unity and love to open our hearts and minds to the wisdom of God's word. We are gathered here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. God, in his infinite wisdom and love, has called us together to learn, to ...read more

Topics: Righteous Path

How Jesus Learned Obedience Through The Things He Suffered

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Believers should also be motivated by the knowledge that their heavenly Father both blesses obedience and disciplines disobedience in His children

How Jesus Learned Obedience Through Hardship (Heb 5:8) "He learned obedience through the things He suffered." (Heb 5:8) Everyone who wants to make a success out of his or her life has to remain teachable. Jesus humbled Himself by temporarily setting aside His rights to take on the form of a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Now Faith Is PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 27, 2023

Explores the concept of faith as both belief and obedience, emphasizing the role of hope in Christ in strengthening and shaping our faith.

Good morning, folks! Can we all just take a moment to appreciate this beautiful day God has bestowed upon us? I'm so glad to see each and every one of you here today, ready to open your hearts and minds to the Word of God. Today, we're going to chat about a topic that's near and dear to my heart - ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Topics: Hope, Faith

Jesus Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 27, 2019

The growth of Jesus in Luke 2:52 teaches us how to grow this coming year.

Scripture This Christmas I am taking a brief look at the three key human persons in “The Christmas Family”: Joseph, Mary, and Jesus. Last Sunday we looked at Joseph. On Christmas Eve we looked at Mary. And today we will look at Jesus. When Jesus was twelve years old, his parents, Joseph and Mary, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:52

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Beyond The Basics: A Call To Spiritual Maturity

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 16, 2025

This is a sermon which contains a powerful and challenging call for every believer to grow beyond the basics of their faith.

Introduction: The Frustrated Teacher Imagine a passionate university professor, an expert in his field, who walks into his classroom, excited to teach his students the profound and complex principles of advanced calculus. He has prepared his lessons, eager to unveil the beauty and depth of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

The History Of Marriage Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 5, 2009

God has a plan for marriage. We must lovingly communicate that message to both the lost world and the church.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • A troubled man came to his lawyer to seek a divorce. The lawyer asked, "Do you have any Grounds? The man replied, "About three acres."The lawyer tried again, "No, I mean do you have a Grudge? The man said, "No, but we have a carport."The lawyer made one last effort: "Are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:31-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The God Who Runs Toward Us Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Sep 7, 2025

On the cross, He carried both sons—the wayward rebellion of the younger and the self-righteous resentment of the older.

Title: The God Who Runs Toward Us Intro: On the cross, He carried both sons—the wayward rebellion of the younger and the self-righteous resentment of the older. Scripture: Luke 15:1-32 Reflection Dear Friends, There is a road in Jesus’ story that changes everything. It is dusty and long, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Other

Bust Or Boom? Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 30, 2011

God grows his life in his people until his power renovates them wholly.

Introduction Read Matthew 13.31-33. Pray. Revelation 20.1-6: Then I saw an angel coming down from heaven, holding in his hand the key to the bottomless pit and a great chain. And he seized the dragon, that ancient serpent, who is the devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dust On The Shelf: Open Your Eyes

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 7, 2026

Dirty lives from dusty Bibles grow. Spiritual dust can hid the real issues.

DUST ON THE SHELF --- OPEN YOUR EYES By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) GROWING DUST BUNNIES? I FINISH A BOOK, NOW WHAT? I love Leonard Ravenhill’s books. I heard Ravenhill speak several times. I bought his books and read every one of them. They were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:11, 2 Samuel 11:1, 2 Samuel 21:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Draw Water From The Wells Of Salvation

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 2, 2003

LENT 4(C) - With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation both constantly and thankfully.

DRAW WATER FROM THE WELLS OF SALVATION ISAIAH 12: 1—6 MARCH 30, 2003 ISAIAH 12 1In that day you will say: "I will praise you, O LORD. Although you were angry with me, your anger has turned away and you have comforted me. 2Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

A Life Worth Following Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 18, 2025

A good servant of Christ (1) guards the truth, (2) grows in godliness, and (3) lives the Gospel.

1 Timothy 4:6-16 A Life Worth Following If you are appointed to be a member of the recruitment committee tasked to recruit a pastor for the church, what would be some of the criteria you would look for? • What qualities do you think you will be looking for in the potential candidates? • Are you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-16, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

We Belong To The Lord

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 25, 2007

Pentecost 17(A) - As believers we belong to the Lord both in our earthly life and for our eternal life.

WE BELONG TO THE LORD (Outline) September 23, 2007 - PENTECOST 17 - Romans 14:5-9 INTRO: What is your favorite possession? You may recall with a certain fondness your first valuable possession. We might remember that first car, first house, or other first possessions that seemed or still ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:5-9

Denomination: Lutheran