Sermons on Build Ourselves Up In Faith:

Growing Up Spiritually

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 1, 2012

Q&A: What would truth be without love? Puffed up knowledge. However, truth mixed with love becomes a powerful spiritual mixture that will convert the helpless and the hopeless. Doctor RT. Kendall was asks the question: “What is the number one reason p

Growing Up Spiritually Ephesians 4:14-16NLT Then we will no longer be immature like children. We won’t be tossed and blown about by every wind of new teaching. We will not be influenced when people try to trick us with lies so clever they sound like the truth. 15 Instead, we will speak ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:14-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Get Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024

This sermon emphasizes that true help and victory come from God, not human sources, and encourages perseverance and faith in God during hardships.

Good morning, beloved. We gather here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment, drawn together by a common bond of love for our Lord and Savior. It's not just another Sunday; it's a day that the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. In the book of Mark, chapter 5, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:38-42, Psalm 60:11-12, Psalm 121:1-2

Topics: Vain Help, Man

Overcoming In A Give Up World

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jul 16, 2001

WE CAN OVERCOME THE ENEMY OF OUR SOUL BY FOCUSING ON CHRIST ALONE!

OVERCOMING IN A GIVE UP WORLD REVELATION 12: 1-17 JULY 15, 2001 INTRODUCTION: Two frogs fell into a deep cream bowl, The one was wise, and a cheery soul. The other one took a gloomy view and bade his friend a sad adieu. Said the other frog with a merry grin, “I can’t get out, but I won’t give ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Clean Up Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 9, 2010

A study of chapter 39 verses 1 through 29

Ezekiel 39: 1 – 29 The Clean Up 1 “And you, son of man, prophesy against Gog, and say, ‘Thus says the Lord GOD: “Behold, I am against you, O Gog, the prince of Rosh, Meshech, and Tubal; 2 and I will turn you around and lead you on, bringing you up from the far north, and bring you against the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 39:1-29

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Wake Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023

Encourages spiritual awakening, active participation in God's kingdom, and the transformation that results from experiencing God's nearness and living out our faith.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this sacred gathering, this blessed assembly of God's children. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Our lives, like streams flowing towards the ocean, have led us to this moment, to this place, where we can drink from the wellspring of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:2

Topics: Awakening

Lord Build Me In Action Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

We live by faith in God. But what use is our faith if we don’t actively live it out? Just like the boy who is afraid, in the burning building, he can’t see his father below with his arms wide open, but he believes that he is there. He has faith that his dad is there even though he cant see.

"One night a house caught fire and a young boy was forced to flee to the roof. The father stood on the ground below with outstretched arms, calling to his son, "Jump! I'll catch you." He knew the boy had to jump to save his life. All the boy could see, however, was flame, smoke, ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

For One Another

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 19, 2013

To show that we are existing for one another to encourage them and build them up.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you for one another? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are existing for one another to encourage them and build them up. IV. TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 5:11 (Amplified Bible) Therefore encourage (admonish, exhort) one another and edify (strengthen ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

For One Another

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2013

To show that we are existing for one another to encourage them and build them up.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you for one another? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are existing for one another to encourage them and build them up. IV. TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 5:11 (Amplified Bible) Therefore encourage (admonish, exhort) one another and edify (strengthen ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Facing Up To Our Faltering Faith

Contributed by Paul Tuck on Jan 20, 2002

The statement made by this desperate man reveals to us a great truth. The best way to get faith, is to admit that we don’t have it! This is the account of a man who was willing to admit that though he believed, he needed to believe even more!

FACING UP TO OUR FALTERING FAITH Mark 9: 14-29 They say that “time is an excellent teacher”. What is one good lesson you have learned in 2001? {Elicit some response} The biggest lesson I have learned last year is this. I STILL HAVE A LOT OF GROWING TO DO IN MY FAITH! At this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Faith That Won't Fold Up

Contributed by Michael Cariño on Jan 2, 2017

Big Idea: God finds pleasure when your faith persists in spite of pressure.

A FAITH THAT WON’T FOLD UP Matthew 15:21-28 Introduction: He was seven years old when he had to work to support his poor family. At age nine, his mother died. He was 23 when he incurred a huge debt due to a failed business. At 28 and after four years of engagement, he asked his girl friend to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cure For Conflict (Pt. 2) Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 2, 2020

In the second half of Romans 14, Paul challenges the Christians at Rome to not put any stumbling blocks in front of other believers, but to do only what leads to building others up.

A. The story is told of a rabbi was at odds with his congregation. 1. The president of the synagogue said, “Rabbi, we must have a conference to settle this dispute once and for all.” 2. So the rabbi, the president and the ten elders met together to discuss the issue, but the rabbi soon discovered ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Turn Up Your Hope

Contributed by Modupe Adefala on May 31, 2003

Hope is central to Christianity. Hope leads us to God and hope sustains us in Christ. The outbreak of war, disease, financial and emotional distress, has filled the air with despair, but God wants His people to hope in Him.

Turn on Your Hope Scripture reading: Psalm 33:12-22 (Mercy and Hope) John 12: 24 – 28 (Jesus troubled) 2 Corinthians 4: 6-11 (Paul troubled) Roman 5: 1 – 5 ( Justified by faith and brought into hope that makes not ashamed) Romans 15:13 (Overflowing hope) In Psalm 33 verse 18 David ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12-22, Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Please Build, Not Tear Down!

Contributed by David Simpson on Feb 15, 2018

Negativity and criticism permeates our society, workplace, churches and homes. Use the power of the tongue to build up, not tear down, because the consequences of negativity are severe.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church February 11, 2018 David Simpson Please Build, Not Tear Down! Numbers 13:30-32; 1 Thessalonians 5:11 I grew up in church; And part of my childhood involved learning countless children’s songs. One of the popular ones was: (VS 1) Oh, be careful little ears, ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:30-32

Denomination: Christian Church

Building Your Life On The Rock Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Sep 8, 2025

Many church members will be surprised at the Judgment because they built their lives on faith with no fruit.

Bob Marcaurelle bmarcaurelle@charter.com Matt. 7:24-29; Luke 6:47-4 BUILDING ON THE ROCK OR ON THE SAND The first step in erecting a building is to take a soil sample and see if the ground will support the weight. Jesus concludes His Sermon on the Mount with a spiritual soil sample. You and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29, James 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Build Your Own Altar

Contributed by James Bryant on May 25, 2002

What will you do when your Hero of the Faith is no longer?

"BUILD YOUR OWN ALTAR" Joshua 22:9-12 (9) And the children of Reuben and the children of Gad and the half tribe of Manasseh returned, and departed from the children of Israel out of Shiloh, which is in the land of Canaan, to go unto the country of Gilead, to the land of their possession, whereof ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 22:9-27

Denomination: Baptist