Sermons on Challenges Following Jesus Personal Growth:

The Mission Of The Christian

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 3, 2001

Essentials For Growth

A. Represent Christian Righteousness. 1. Jas. 2:17 "faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead." 2. Rom. 8:2 "Because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death". 3. Eph. 4:24 "Put on the new self, created ...read more

Scripture: James 2:17, Mark 16:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Meaning Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by Wincci Yin Chee on Jun 1, 2006

Discipleship equals growth!!!

The Meaning of Discipleship What is discipleship? -To the Greek, the process of discipleship is a way to pass down ideas, thingking…Example: Plato, Aristotle… -In modern days, discipleship taking place on city street corner. -Local drug pusher is a discipler the looking for a young people who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Prince Caspian: Following, Even If No One Else Will Go Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jan 26, 2009

Sometimes you have to make the choice to follow God when others around you are failing.

Prince Caspian: Following, even if no one else will go (Show Prince Caspian Clip, Lucy sees Aslan, or Lucy meets Aslan) The KJV says, "be offended" instead of "fall away". The translation is trying to capture the spiritual implications of what it means to be ensnared by Satan. Jesus is about to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27-31

Denomination: Mennonite

A Man With A Plan Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 1, 2011

Jesus makes himself known thorugh his followers.

Title: A Man with a Plan Text: Matthew 4:12-23 Thesis: Jesus makes himself known through his followers. Epiphany Series: Encountering Christ in Epiphany • The First Sunday after Epiphany: Christ’s Identity. The First Sunday after Epiphany we encountered Christ at his baptism where ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Family Life, Family Love

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 5, 2012

We are tempted every day to do what is abnormal for a Christian. Instead of loving one another, we are tempted to snap at those around us. Instead of growing, we sometimes want to withdraw. Instead of living to please the Lord, we often get overly busy, d

Family Life, Family Love 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12 Intro: During a visit to the mental asylum, a visitor asked the Director what the criterion was which defined whether or not a patient should be institutionalized. "Well," said the Director, "we fill up a bathtub, then we offer a teaspoon, a teacup ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Peace With Jesus – Because He Became A Man Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 25, 2016

A look at how personal the rescue mission of the incarnation is. A reminder that Jesus becoming flesh means He relates to us completely

You know the Christmas story. He was with God in the beginning. He was God. Through Him, all things were made. Jesus was there. The angels, also there, watched and shouted for joy as the Almighty, 3-in-1, spoke the physical realm into existence out of nothing, all for His glory and pleasure; a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Did Jesus Manage To Balance Expressions Of Grace And Power

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

It is rare to find a person possessing great political power who has the ability to always remain gracious.

It is rare to find a person possessing great political power who has the ability to always remain gracious. Jesus expressed the perfect balance of grace and power. One day the disciples started fighting among themselves as to which of them would be the greatest. Jesus, knowing their thoughts took a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:46-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rooted And Built Up In Christ Colossians 2:6-7 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 20, 2024

Today, we delve into the profound truths of Colossians 2:6-7, exploring how we can be transformed by the truth of God's Word and grow in our faith.

Rooted and Built Up in Christ Colossians 2:6-7 Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound truths of Colossians 2:6-7, exploring how we can be transformed by the truth of God's Word and grow in our faith. Colossians 2:6-7 (NLT): "And now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7, John 10:27, Luke 9:23, Psalm 1:3, Jeremiah 17:7-8, Matthew 7:24-25, 1 Corinthians 3:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Slick Is Doubt?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 17, 2018

Doubt is a huge obstacle to personal growth. The negative light that doubt plants in our hearts and minds can grow and thrive. Recognize doubt can kill the plan of God.

HOW SLICK IS DOUBT? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Ever watch duck hunting on TV? Good duck hunters have DECOYS that look so real, they move to imitate real ducks, they make real quacking sounds like ducks, and real ducks are SLICKED INTO THE BELIEF THAT THOSE DECOY DUCKS ARE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:17, Isaiah 14:13-14, Genesis 3:1-8, John 11:16, John 20:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Invitations Of Jesus

Contributed by Jonathan Edwards Cagle on Nov 20, 2024

The invitations we get determines people’s thoughts of you likewise our invitations should reflect the same

The invitations of Jesus. 1. Come and hear ps 66:16 (many of us can have and offer this invitation. 2. Come and see. Jn 1:39 3. Come and dine. Jn 21:12 4. Come and drink. Jn 7: 37 5. Come unto me all who are weak and heavy laden Matt: 11:28 6. Come and Take up your cross -Mark 10:21 7. Come away ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:16

Denomination: Other

What Is The Spirit Of jezebel? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 30, 2024

Recognizing a person with a spirit of Jezebel can be challenging, but here are some common traits and manifestatin behaviours to look out for...

What is the  the Spirit of Jezebel? Recognizing a person with a spirit of Jezebel can be challenging, but here are some common traits and manifestatin behaviours to look out for 1. Manipulation and Control: Using charm, deception, and coercion to dominate others. 2. Seduction and Immorality: ...read more

Putting Away Childish Things 1

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 2, 2013

Paul tells us to put away childish things but before we can put them away we need to know what they are.

If I were to mention 1 Corinthians 13 to most of you, it would be recognized as the “Love Chapter” and that is true. The main part of the chapter is about love and we hear it preached on and read at weddings, in particular the section between 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Love is patient and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:11

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Lord Wants You!

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 26, 2005

A message on Christian growth.

THE LORD WANTS YOU! Luke 5:27-29 INTRO: During WWII there was a unique sign in front of an army recruiting office. In the center of the sign there was an oval cutout with a mirror behind it. Underneath were the words, “Your country needs you.” When a man would read these words and look into the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-29

Denomination: Baptist

The God We Follow Is A Barrier Breaker , A Stronghold Destroyer

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 4, 2007

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT HOW THE GOD WE FOLLOW IS A BARRIER BREAKER , A STRONGHOLD DESTROYER AND A WAY MAKER

THE GOD WE FOLLOW IS A BARRIER BREAKER , A STRONGHOLD DESTROYER AND A WAY MAKER ****************************************************************************************** OUTLINE 1. THE LORD GOES BEFORE US AND BREAKS DOWN THE BARRIERS 2. THE HAND OF GOD DOES FOR US WHAT NO MAN CAN DO 3. THE ...read more

Scripture: Micah 2:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Five Things A Church With Pentecostal Power Ought To Do” Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 3, 2007

This sermon uses the healing of the lame man in Acts 3 to remind us of five things churches with Pentecostal power ought to be doing.

Subject: “Five Things A Church With Pentecostal Power Ought To Do” Acts 3:1-10 Introduction: During this season of Pentecost, I want us rediscover the purpose of the power made available to the Church. In describing the ministry of Jesus, Apostle Paul said, Ac 10:38 “How ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Methodist