Sermons on Developing Humility:

Developing Good Character

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on May 11, 2017

A person’s character is the sum of his or her disposition, thoughts, intentions, desires, and actions. Good Character is Godly Character.

Developing Good Character Lakewood COG | Speaker: Pastor Jonathan | May 7, 2017 Titus 2:11-13 11  For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12  Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Developing The Outward Focus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 17, 2014

Paul has addressed our personal lives, church life, family life. These are introverted concerns, about us and those we are close to. As he concludes his letter, he wants to make sure we also transition to an extroverted focus.

Developing the Outward Focus (Colossians 4:2-6) 1. I have my taxes all done. I am one of those persons who gets stressed up by paper work and red tape, so I found it stressful just preparing my stuff for the tax preparer. So I have to tell an IRS joke. 2. The pastor got a call form the IRS. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Developing Mega-Faith

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Apr 24, 2014

In this story Jesus left the Jewish area of Galilee for the seaport of Tyre, a pagan Gentile area. This was a very un-Jewish and un-rabbinical thing to do, but He knew there was a desperate mother there. Notice the verbs describing her

Developing Mega-Faith Scripture: Mark 7:24–30, especially verses 27–29. See also Matthew 15:21–28: But Jesus said to her, “Let the children be filled first, for it is not good to take the children’s bread and throw it to the little dogs.” And she answered and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:27-29

Denomination: Baptist

Developing An Attitude Of Gratitude Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Jan 4, 2014

Sermon discusses keys to developing an attitude of gratitude

Philippians 4:4-9 4 Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! 5 Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon. 6 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Developing The Mind Of Christ

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Apr 20, 2020

What resources has God given believers to develop holy thinking?

WWJD • A number of years ago an enterprising Christian businessman came up with the idea to sell a wristband to Christian young people with the letters WWJD on it. (What would Jesus do). • It was supposed to be constant reminder to the wearer to think about now Jesus would act in any given ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:17-23, Romans 8:7-8, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 8:5, 1 Peter 1:22, Leviticus 19:2, 1 Peter 1:15, 1 Peter 2:5, Revelation 21:3, 2 Corinthians 3:3, 1 Corinthians 2:15-16, Galatians 4:6, Philippians 2:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Developing A Biblical Worldview Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Oct 26, 2021

Do you really have a pure Biblical Worldview? All Scripture quotes are from the NASB

From Rod Parsley, author of “Culturally Incorrect: How Clashing Worldviews Affect Your Future” tells us: “One of the main reasons the evangelical church is faring so poorly in the current clash of cultures is that so few followers of Christ actually have a fully biblical worldview. The majority of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Developing A Passion For Others Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

What makes feet beautiful is when they become leathery, dusty, gnarled in taking the Gospel across the street… across the fence post… we must go across our community… across the country… and across the continents.

Ignaz Philipp Semmelweis (July 1, 1818 – August 13, 1865) was a Hungarian physician now known as an early pioneer of antiseptic procedures. He is known as the savior of the mothers. His story was portrayed in a 1938 movie, That Mothers Might Live, that won an Academy Award. Philip was born into a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Developing True Leaders Series

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on May 12, 2022

Spiritual leadership does not happen by accident. It develops as God matures people in their character as well as in their relationship with Him.

CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP TOPIC: DEVELOPING TRUE LEADERS SCRIPTURE TEXT: Proverbs 27:23-24, Philippians 2:3 INTRODUCTION: Spiritual leadership does not happen by accident. It develops as God matures people in their character as well as ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:23-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

But Continue To Grow --- Development

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 9, 2022

Good healthy growth is not by accident. Good growth takes preparation and work. Ask the question: AM I GROWING OR STAYING THE SAME?

BUT CONTINUE TO GROW… DEVELOPMENT! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com IS OUR GROWTH CONTINUING OR ARE WE DYING? GROWTH: improve, increase, develop, mature, progressive development, MATURITY, AGE, SIZE, WEIGHT, HEIGHT. 2 Peter 3:18 But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18, 2 Corinthians 13:5, Hebrews 5:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Secrets Of Personal Developments.

Contributed by Abiodun Adeniyi on Apr 23, 2025

A secret is something that is hidden from the generality of the people but known to some individuals or a group of individual. It may also be something that is necessary for a breakthrough or as information which has been kept away from the eyes and minds of many people

The Secrets of Personal Developments. 29 The secret things belong unto the LORD our God: but those things which are revealed belong unto us and to our children for ever, that we may do all the words of this law. Deuteronomy 29:29 Introduction: There are three important words here that we shall ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 29:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Developing A Mindset Of Joy Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 20, 2023

Message 2 in an overview series through Philippians focusing on the theme that joy is not based on circumstances.

Ray Stedman, who is now with the Lord, was one of the greatest Bible teachers in the past 50 years. In his teaching on chapter 1 verses 12-26, he opens up with these words. “I love this passage from the letter to the Philippians because it depicts the unmistakable marks of authentic ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Developing A Heart For Evangelism Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025

Evangelism is not just a ministry—it is the mission of every believer. It is not just a church activity; it is the heartbeat of God. Evangelism must become a daily lifestyle, not an occasional outreach.

DEVELOPING A HEART FOR EVANGELISM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 28:19-20 Supporting Texts: Romans 10:14-15, John 4:35-38, Acts 1:8, 2 Corinthians 5:18-20, Ezekiel 3:17-19 INTRODUCTION: Evangelism is not just a church activity; it is the heartbeat of God. From Genesis to Revelation, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Developing Spiritual Discipline

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 17, 2025

Spiritual discipline is the intentional practice of aligning one's life with God's will through consistent devotion, self-control, and commitment to growth.

DEVELOPING SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 4:7-8, Hebrews 12:11, Matthew 6:6, Luke 9:23, Romans 12:1-2 INTRODUCTION: Spiritual discipline is the intentional practice of aligning one's life with God's will through ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon On Cognitive Development

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 27, 2025

Cognitive development is regarded as an integral factor of life, primarily referring to the growth of a child's ability to think, reason, and understand.

Morihei Ueshiba, a Japanese martial artist once remarked: “Study how water flows in a valley stream, smoothly and freely between the rocks. Also learn from holy books and wise people. Everything - even mountains, rivers, plants and trees - should be your teacher.” Isaiah 1:18 reminds us: “Come now, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7, 2 Peter 3:18, Proverbs 18:15, Hosea 4:6

Developing Vision For Life

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jan 5, 2026

A Holy Spirit-inspired vision generates its own energy and energizes people’s hearts, minds, and bodies in a positive direction. Some have likened vision to a match that sets people’s hearts ablaze, moving them to action. We’ll explore how to develop such a vision for our lives.

“Developing Vision for Life” Proverbs 23:7 Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtNhdMAPtWw As human beings, we all possess an incredible imagination. Here’s a fact I didn’t know. Our eyes take in four (4) million bytes of information every second, and the moment we see ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Matthew 6:22-23, Matthew 9:17, Proverbs 23:7, Proverbs 29:18, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare