Sermons on Continual Growth:

Move It And Keep On Going

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 26, 2021

Martin Luther King said, “If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” The important thing that we must understand is that we keep moving.

Move it & Keep on Going. By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING”- The first rule of physics states a body in motion. Martin Luther King said, “If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 20:11-13

Denomination: Apostolic

Why Christians Do Not Continue In Sin (2of 3)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

A man who had been sick was recently asked how he was feeling.

He responded by saying that he was not feeling good. He went on to say, “In fact. I felt so bad this morning, that I looked in the obituary column to see if my name was there.” He said this as a joke, but the fact is, many Christians have not yet come to understand that their name is in the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Why Christians Do Not Continue In Sin (3 Of 3)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

While justification has declared us righteous, and we have received a new nature, it did not eradicate our ability to sin.

As Christians, we must be aware that we not only have been given the “new nature” from God, but that the old Adamic nature that we were born with, lies there ready to rise up at any time. HOW CAN WE LIVE A VICTORIOUS LIFE OVER SIN? As chapters 1-5 have taught us, we, who are saved by faith, now ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:11-23

Denomination: Baptist

Personal Growth For Christian Living

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 18, 2020

Material created when I was an Adjunct Professor for a small seminary. There should be something in here a Pentecostal can find helpful. ;-)

Personal Growth for Christian Living Course Material Presented By Dr. Ronald E. Shultz Trinity Valley Baptist Seminary and College June 17, 18, 2013 Table of Contents Seclusion – Fellowship/Meditation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:34-37, 1 Samuel 3:3-10, Acts 13:46-47, Acts 6:2-4, Acts 4:31, Luke 11:27-30, Luke 4:4, Proverbs 30:5-6, Joshua 1:7-8, Psalm 22:22-26, Genesis 6:13-14, 2 Chronicles 20:21-22, 1 Chronicles 16:34-35, Judges 5:2-3, Acts 9:3-7, Matthew 14:22-23, Isaiah 40:31, 1 Kings 17:1-6, Psalm 63:5-7, 1 Chronicles 23:30, Psalm 32:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

God's Process For Your Growth

Contributed by Bill Burnett on Mar 13, 2003

What is the process that God will take to help us grow up in Him.

God’s Process For Spiritual Growth Going To The Next Level Series Review the past six weeks… Going To The Next Level. · Daring To Get Out Of The Boat · Taking Risks That Please God · When The Dreams Doesn’t Happen Right Away · How God Uses Circumstances For Our Growth Three Ways Circumstances ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-29

Denomination: Foursquare

"Prayers, Food, Praise, Growth"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 9, 2008

Looking at the first Church in Acts for a model of who we can be.

Acts 2:42-47 “Prayers, Food, Praise, Growth” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor, Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org This is the first picture of the first group of individuals who made up the first Christian Church! They are our forbearers. They are our brothers and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: United Methodist

The Holy Spirit And Church Growth

Contributed by Steven Cannon on Jan 15, 2007

Learn about the Holy Spirit and how he grows the church.

THE HOLY SPIRIT AND CHURCH GROWTH The Holy Spirit Is Great The Holy Spirit Does Great Things Through People Be filled With The Holy Spirit As we begin this year we have many plans. Plans personally and as a body of believers. We want to see wonderful things happen in our personal lives as well ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Five Myths Of Spiritual Growth

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 8, 2018

Many Christians hold misconceptions of what spiritual growth is. These misconceptions can hinder or stop them from actually growing. Five of these myths are identified and explained. They are powerful points!

THE FIVE MYTHS OF SPIRITUAL GROWTH Phip. 1:6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: IMPORTANCE OF VALUABLE WORDS 1. There was a wife who was very hard of hearing. Her husband had to repeat himself all the time. The husband tried, unsuccessfully to get her to get a hearing aid. 2. One day, after the man had ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joy From Your Growth

Contributed by Dana Chau on Oct 2, 2001

Discover and rejoice in the seven signs of Christian maturity.

Introduction: Steve Brown often points out that one is a Christian or he is not. One does not become more Christian over time. Likewise, one is pregnant, and does not become more pregnant over time. You either are or you aren’t pregnant, regardless of whether you are showing. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11

Denomination: *other

Introducing The Keys To Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 8, 2006

Every Christian desires to grow and mature in his or her walk with Christ. This sermon, which is the first of a series of sermons, introduces the keys to spiritual growth.

Scripture While searching this week for a story to introduce my new series of sermons, my eye caught the following headline: “Man Lives in a Tree after Fight with His Wife—50 Years Ago!” I suppose I was drawn to this story because my first counseling assignment as a freshly-installed Associate ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Five Needs For Christian Growth

Contributed by Eric Routon on Mar 20, 2008

Five points to practice for spiritual growth.

I. First Need: We need to Hear God’s Word. We need to hear God’s Word. Turn with me to Romans 10:17 and it says “Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the words of Christ.” We need to hear God’s Word. How? Well, we listen to it. We come to church ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mystery Of Christ (Colossians 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 22, 2024

What is the mystery hidden from ages and generations? Let's find out in Colossians 1.

Into whose kingdom have we been brought? Upon whom do we base our faith? What form of circumcision is still relevant? What kinds of rules do people try to bring into the church? What are some examples? How should Christians live? What is missing that we are divided into so many denominations? What ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fellowship Known By Obedience Series

Contributed by Brien Sims on Jun 17, 2008

Once we have accepted Christ, we must continue to be obedient so that we can continue our fellowship in Him. Our reward for obedience is eternal life.

There is something that we should all take note of in the Book of First John. Fellowship, sharing our lives in Christ, doesn’t continue for nothing. Once we have accepted Christ, we must continue to be obedient so that we can continue our fellowship in Him. Our reward for obedience is continued ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praying, Proclaiming And Witnessing Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 12, 2006

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

Kingdom Growth, Jesus Style Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 31, 2001

Let’s look at the master’s plan of Kingdom Growth

INTRODUCTION  I want to ask you an important question this morning. Raise your hand if you would like to see the Auburn Christian Church reach the lost people of our community.  Reaching the community for Christ is the reason that we exist as a church. It should be the goal of ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ