Sermons on Fostering:

Prayer Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 31, 2001

A series of sermons using "Celebration of Discipline" by Richard Foster. A top 10 book for any Christian’s bookshelf.

CELEBRATION OF DISCIPLINE: PRAYER LUKE 11:1 INTRODUCTION Of all the spiritual disciplines we will speak about, prayer is the most important. How can I say that? How do I know that prayer is the most important spiritual discipline? It is prayer (and only prayer!) that allows us into the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Appreciation And Encouragement PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023

This sermon emphasizes honoring spiritual leaders, expressing gratitude for their service, and fostering unity and peace within the Christian community.

Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, we gather here today under the banner of our Lord Jesus, united in spirit and truth, to ponder the profound message of Colossians 3:15-17. As we set our hearts and minds on the words of the Apostle Paul, we are reminded of our shared purpose, our collective ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Topics: Pastor Appreciation

Thanksgiving PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of thankfulness, its connection to our understanding of God, and the role of trust in fostering gratitude.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is with a heart full of joy and a spirit brimming with gratitude that I stand before you today. We are gathered here, not as individuals, but as a family, a family bound by the love of Christ, and it is in this spirit of unity that we will seek ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:12

Topics: Thankfulness

One Mind, One Voice PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023

Explores how to emulate Christ's acceptance of us by fostering unity, love, and humility in our interactions with one another.

Beloved, I invite you to join me today as we stand on the precipice of a grand vista, a panorama of truth that stretches far and wide, as we turn our hearts and minds to the book of Romans. Just as the sun peeks over the horizon, casting its first light on the day, we too are about to illuminate ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:7-8

Topics: Unity, Christ

Farmer's Wife PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 4, 2023

Explores Jesus as the bread of life, emphasizing spiritual nourishment over physical, and the importance of faithfulness and fostering a Godly home.

Welcome, family of faith, to this wonderful gathering where we come together to share in the wisdom of God’s word. How blessed we are to have this opportunity to learn, to grow, and to be nourished by the divine teachings that guide our lives. We come here, not just as individuals, but as a ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-35

Topics: Wife, Mother

But God... PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023

Explores the transformative power of trust in God's resurrection, turning trials into triumphs and fostering a deeper understanding of divine love.

Good morning, beloved family, and welcome to the sanctuary where heaven meets earth, where our hearts meet His grace. We gather here today, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as brothers and sisters in Christ, bound together by a love that surpasses understanding. As we come together, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:30

Topics: God's Possibility

Family Talk: Hearts And Bridges PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

This sermon explores the importance of effective communication in fostering unity and wisdom in relationships, emphasizing listening, understanding, and careful speech.

Good morning, church family! I feel a warm sense of joy and anticipation as I stand before you today. We’re here, not by accident, but by God's divine appointment. We are here to share, to learn, to grow, and most importantly, to encounter God in a real and transformative way. Today, we are going ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19, Proverbs 18:2, Proverbs 1:5

Topics: Communication, Building, Marriage

Hope For The Future PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024

This sermon encourages trust in God's wisdom and guidance, as found in the Bible, to navigate life's challenges and foster spiritual growth.

Beloved friends, as we gather together under the banner of our Lord Jesus Christ, let's allow the words of Jeremiah to flood our hearts and minds, to illuminate our path, and to guide us through the challenges of life. It's in these sacred moments, when we open up the pages of God's Word, that we ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10

Topics: Hope, Future

Sermon Series: Hebrews PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 23, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to persevere in faith, fostering strength amidst frailty, fortifying against fickleness, and finding fulfillment in faithfulness.

Good morning, dear friends and beloved members of our faith community. It is always a joy to gather together in this sacred space, where we can draw near to God and each other, sharing in the fellowship of believers and the richness of His Word. Today, we are going to spend some time in the book of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Topics: Lost, Lonely, Lazy

Sowing Discord

Contributed by James Dina on Aug 7, 2020

Sowing discord among brethren is an abomination in the eyes of the Lord. Considering yourself better than others fosters division but considering others better than yourself fosters unity. Watch out for those who cause divisions and avoid them. Love binds us, discord separates us.

SOWING DISCORD “A perverse man sows’ strife, and a whisperer separates the best of friends” (Proverbs 16:28) Brethren are created by God to live in unity (How good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! (Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:28, Ecclesiastes 4:12, Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Have Faith In God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 13, 2024

This sermon explores how to actively foster, fortify, and fuel faith through understanding God's promises and practicing forgiveness in a fallen world.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to another blessed day in the Lord's presence. It is a joy to gather together, to lift our hearts in praise, and to seek wisdom from God's holy word. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound truth, a truth that has the power to invigorate ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:20-26, 2 Corinthians 1:20

Topics: Faith Growth

Staying On Course Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

To achieve your goals you must foster the right attitudes, following right example,and focusing on the right prize.

#25, 9-30-07 Staying on Course Introduction, Achieving your goals 1) Many set goals but never achieve them 2) Many get side-tracked on other things 3) To achieve goals you must stay on course God has an upward call for you! 1) God has created you for a higher purpose 2) God has called you to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:14-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Spiritual Discipline Of Worship

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 19, 2023

This sermon is based heavily on ch. 11 of Richard Foster's classic book "Celebration of Discipline."

John 4:1-26 (NIV) 1 Now Jesus learned that the Pharisees had heard that he was gaining and baptizing more disciples than John— 2 although in fact it was not Jesus who baptized, but his disciples. 3 So he left Judea and went back once more to Galilee. 4 Now he had to go through Samaria. 5 So he ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Eulogy For Sharon Davison

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 26, 2024

This is a eulogy for my foster daughter who died suddenly of a heart attack. She knew and loved the Lord Jesus Christ.

Sharon Davison Eulogy June 25th 2024 Sharon Patrice-Nicole Davison. What an incredible young Black Woman, who not only knew God, but was an incredible gift from God. There was an abundance of love that flowed out of her/ that touched the lives of many. Here lies the body of a woman ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, John 14:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Power Of Thankfulness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 5, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of gratitude in fostering humility, compassion, and faith, and its role in deepening our relationship with God.

Ladies and Gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, we gather here today under the sheltering wings of our Lord, basking in the radiant glow of His everlasting love, to reflect upon His word and the profound message it has for each one of us. We are here to uncover the truths laid out in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:13-14

Topics: Thankfulness