Sermons on Godly Growth:

Grace, Gratitude And Growth

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 29, 2011

Three great themes in the opening verses of Philippians.

Grace, Gratitude and Growth Phil 1:1-11 Message prepared for Sunday School Class at First Baptist Church, West Monroe, LA June 26, 2011 *Philippians is a tremendous book of the Bible. Here God gives us some great words of comfort. For example in Phil 4 He tells us: 6. Be anxious for nothing, but ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Growth By Addition: Goodness Series

Contributed by Chad Garrison on Oct 19, 2009

Spiritual Growth is important! In this series we’ll use 2 Peter 1 as a blueprint for the areas we are called to continually add to our faith as we grow spiritually. This week: Goodness

Growth by Addition “Goodness” Last week we began a series titled Growth by Addition. In this series, we are challenged by a passage of scripture in 2 Peter to never stop growing in our faith. We are challenged to add to our faith certain things in “increasing measure.” 2 Peter 1:5-9 (NIV) 5 For ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-9

Denomination: Foursquare

The Godly Father

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jun 12, 2007

Happy Fathers Day! I want to start by saying thanks to all the dads here this morning for being men of the Word. We have many examples to look at in the Bible of Godly Fathers. This morning I want to expound on some of the character traits that a Godly Fa

INTRODUCTION • Happy Fathers Day! (Hand out items to all Fathers) • I want to start by saying thanks to all the dads here this morning for being men of the Word. • It is an honor and pleasure to have my dad here today to celebrate Father’s Day. • We have many examples to look at in the Bible of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Biblical Demand For Growth

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 3, 2001

Christian Growth Series

1. 2 Peter 3:18 "But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ" a. The life implanted in regeneration needs developing and nurturing. Paul’s favorite term for undeveloped Christians is "babes in Christ," whom he calls "carnal" Christians in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15, 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deterrents To Church Growth

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 10, 2020

What is church in the business of doing? Are we suppose to grow? Whose fault is it if we don't? I hope to answer some of these questions for us.

I’m sure most of us can recall great stirring sermons that have helped and motivated us on the subject of church growth. There are many aspects to growth, such as soul winning, being a good witness for Christ. If a church is going to grow it also needs a healthy membership that will follow the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

A Godly Marriage Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 25, 2010

Marriage is God’s idea, knows what’s best for a marriage, and so, if we are Christians and married, our goal is to have a godly marriage as indicated in Ephesians 5.

Many of you have probably seen the commercial with a couple having a drink with their dog by their side. The conversation went something like this: The woman asked, “If you, Max our dog, and I were in a canoe and it tipped over, who would you rescue first?” The guy quickly replied, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Principles Of Spiritual Growth

Contributed by Doug Gilford on Jun 8, 2002

These are spiritual growth principles

In every area of our life, there should be signs of growth. We should experience growth in our marriage, in our families, at our jobs, at our churches, in regards to our income, and our relationship with Christ. In fact referring to our Christian walk, the writer of Hebrews tells us: Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Godly Grandparents

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Nov 25, 2000

This message is a study in the role of grandparents in the Bible, and of the imporantace of their role in every age.

GODLY GRANDPARENTS Based on Ruth 4:13-17 By Pastor Glenn Pease Among the many things that makes man unique in creation is the presence of, and the influence of, grandparents. F. W. Boreham many years ago pointed out that in the vegetable world, "The bursting buds of spring push off the last ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Supply Godliness Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Sep 7, 2010

Hebrews 10:36 teaches that obedience is a key to obtaining God’s promise: “You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised.”

Supply Godliness Be Certain of God’s Promises, Part 7 090609 PM Text--2 Peter 1:1-11 Introduction This lesson continues a series focused on the promises of God and our part in receiving what has been promised. According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary a promise is a legally binding ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Godly Leadership Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Dec 3, 2007

As we look at chapters 3-4 in First Timothy, we will see the importance of godly Leadership.

1 Timothy: From the Preacher to the Christian. . Godly Leadership requires: A. Godly Elders. (Slide #2, Click 1) Being an overseer: A noble task, it’s not for everyone. Deserves respect (verse 1) Demands desire. “Sets his heart on” (verse 2) The only reason to want to be an ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Godly Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 19, 2021

These are the last days. We must tune our mind to the godly life and live a god-fearing and surrendered life. Paul urges Timothy to be careful about the evil men and imposters.

Theme: Godly Life Text: 2 Timothy 3:1-17 Introduction & Greetings: I greet you all in the name of Our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Today we are going to meditate on the theme ‘Godly Life’ based on the scriptural verse 2 Timothy 3:1-17. How to live a godly life in the last days. Paul ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

Godly Grandparents Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 4, 2021

Godly grandparents have such a powerful impact on the lives of grandchildren that one is not far from the mark to say that the church and the Sunday School, and all other arms of the kingdom of God are supplements to the influence of grandparents.

Among the many things that makes man unique in creation is the presence of, and the influence of, grandparents. F. W. Boreham many years ago pointed out that in the vegetable world, "The bursting buds of spring push off the last lingering leaves of the previous season, and thus decline to ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:13-17

Godly Dads

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

We honor fathers who not only gave us life, but who also show us how to live.

Opening illustration: While waiting for an eye examination last year, I was struck by a statement I saw in the optometrist’s office: “Eighty percent of everything children learn in their first 12 years is through their eyes.” I began thinking of all that children visually process through reading, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Growth Series Series

Contributed by Alexander John on Jul 5, 2007

How do Trials, Temptations and Trespasses Help Me Grow Spiritually

Lesson 6: How do Trials, Temptations and Trespasses Help Me Grow Spiritually? Philippians 2:5 INTRODUCTION The Bible tells us that God will sometimes give us dreams. God is a dreamer. God dreamed about you; before you were born, God imagined what your life could be like. God says, “I know the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Growth Series Series

Contributed by Alexander John on Jul 5, 2007

THE ROLE OF SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES IN SPIRITUAL GROWTH

LESSON 8: THE ROLE OF SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES IN SPIRITUAL GROWTH “The Disciplines are God’s way of getting us into the ground; they put us where He can work within us and transform us. By themselves the Spiritual Disciplines can do nothing; they can only get us to the place where something can be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:25-27

Denomination: Pentecostal