Sermons on Grow After The Likeness Of God:

Preaching Like Paul Preached Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 25, 2016

In this sermon, we explore Paul's preaching and teaching by looking at his sermon in Acts 17.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a preacher, who one day at the end of the worship service was shaking the hands of the congregation as they departed. 1. A very old lady went past him with a big smile on her face. 2. Following her was her middle-aged, adult son, who said to the preacher: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:13-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Together We Grow! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

This sermon's main point is to explore the power of unity, the beauty of diversity, and the journey of maturity in the body of Christ, emphasizing the unique role each believer plays in glorifying God and building up the church.

Good morning, church! Today’s message is about unity, diversity, and maturity, three essential elements that enable us to thrive as a body of believers. As Rick Warren once said, "We are created for community, fashioned for fellowship, and formed for a family, and none of us can fulfill God's ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15-16

Topics: Christian Growth, Coming Together

What Time Is It? It’s Time To Grow Up! Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 18, 2010

Just like we grow physically in stages, God wants us to grow up spiritually, becoming more like Jesus every day.

WHAT TIME IS IT? IT’S TIME TO GROW UP! INTRO TO TOPIC: Does anybody know what time it is? (NOT “Tool Time!”). • Jesus said to the Pharisees: “how is it you do not discern this time?” (Luke 12:56). • “And do this, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep; for now our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: *other

Just Like Jesus And Mary Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 28, 2014

We need to understand what it means for the Word to become flesh, and dwell among us.

Seventh Day in the Christmas Octave (December 31) Thirteen Days of Christmas Every so often you’ll find a columnist or author complaining or inferring that God has no sense of humor, or that the Church is too serious. Today’s readings, on this last day of the year, prove that to be ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Catholic

Servanthood

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010

• This morning I want to talk to you about being a servant of the most high God. • I want to help position you for the best job you could ever ask for or dream of. It is becoming a servant of God. • As believers, we should look to a great example of a

Introduction • This morning I want to talk to you about being a servant of the most high God. • I want to help position you for the best job you could ever ask for or dream of. It is becoming a servant of God. • As believers, we should look to a great example of a servant, His ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Growing In Our Faith

Contributed by Darrell Williams on Sep 22, 2021

God does not want us to be stagnant or ignorant about our faith. He would desire for all his people to keep moving forward toward Spiritual Maturity by growing in our faith in this world of darkness in which we live.

Growing In Our Faith – 2 Peter 1:1-11 5.5.19 by: Rev. Darrell Williams 2 Peter is obviously written by Peter – one of the disciples – the one we see in the Easter story and the one we discussed on Palm ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

We Got To Grow! Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 18, 2012

We got to grow from believer to laborer and then grow to become a soldier for Christ! Who is a soldier? A soldier is an alert, active, loyal, militant follower who arises during the time of crisis and God wants each one of us to resurrect from our comfort

We got to grow – Part 3 Our fellow soldier! Philemon 1:2”…………..Archippus our fellow soldier……….” We got to grow from believer to laborer and then grow to become a soldier for Christ! Who is a soldier? A soldier is an alert, active, ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Does It Look Like When God Finally Answers? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 10, 2023

After years of what felt like silence from God, Joseph finally gets his moment when the pieces come together. What can we learn from his experience?

A LONG TIME WAITING: Joseph finally gets his answer. - Genesis 41:1-57. - Overview the story. - No doubt Joseph wondered countless times why he was in the place and shape that he was in. Now he finally gets an answer. Not a complete reckoning but one that fills in the major pieces. WHAT DOES ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-57

Denomination: Baptist

That Ye May Grow

Contributed by John D Jones on Jul 20, 2011

God has created life in such a way that all things living naturally grow and develop. From that moment of conception to the close of our earthly days, we grow. This is the pattern of life. We grow. This is true in our physical life and it ought to be equa

That Ye May Grow 1 Peter 1:22 - 2:3 God has created life in such a way that all things living naturally grow and develop. From that moment of conception to the close of our earthly days, we grow. This is the pattern of life. We grow. This is true in our physical life and it ought to be ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Blessings After Battles : A Prophetic Message

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Feb 15, 2018

1. REJOICING 2. RENOWN 3. RICHES 4. ROLE 5. REBUILDING 6. RESTORATION 7. REST

BLESSINGS AFTER BATTLES : A PROPHETIC MESSAGE PSALM 90:15 Make us glad according to the days wherein thou has afflicted us ,and the years we have seen evil. OUTLINE 1. REJOICING 2. RENOWN 3. RICHES 4. ROLE 5. REBUILDING 6. RESTORATION 7. REST THE MESSAGE BLESSINGS AFTER BATTLES 1. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Growing In Grace Together”

Contributed by Austin Calder on Apr 21, 2020

Grace is a terribly misunderstood word and defining it sufficiently is very difficult. Some of the most detailed theology textbooks do not offer any concise definition of the term. Someone came up with this acronym: GRACE is God’s---Riches--- At---Christ’s---Expense.

That’s not a bad way to characterize grace. One of the best-known definitions of grace is only three words: God’s unmerited favor. A. W. Tozer expanded on that idea by saying, “Grace is the good pleasure of God that allows him to bestow benefits on the undeserving.” The key word in what have ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Growing Shallow Roots Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 21, 2006

How attached are you to this world and how much do you worry about being provided for here? How attached are you to heaven? What happens when God doesn’t answer your prayers?

Moving is an all-encompassing experience. It’s been some years since I’ve had to move my family, but I remember it well. Especially if you are moving yourself it really causes you to examine all the stuff you’ve accumulated over the years and get rid of a lot of junk. As the day of the move nears ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-59

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How To Be A Servant After God’s Own Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 10, 2026

Why was David a man after God's own heart... but Saul wasn't? And what can that tell me about how I can be a man after God's own heart?

I never thought about it before, but our culture talks a lot about our HEARTS. For example: If we want to have an intimate and personal talk with someone, we say that we want to have a “heart-to-heart”. If we’ve had a really good day, we might say that we are feeling “Lighthearted.” If we know ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:70-72, Acts 13:22, 1 Samuel 13:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Grow A Church

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 29, 2010

God wants His church to be fruitful. He wants and expects growth, both spiritual growth and numerical growth. If we are to be obedient to our commission from Christ we must grow. Let’s look at what it takes to grow a church.

toHow to Grow a Church Matthew 16:13-19 Introduction: God wants His church to be fruitful. He wants and expects growth, both spiritual growth and numerical growth. But the sad reality is that that according to one survey 81% of America’s churches reported stagnant or declining membership. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

What's Next? What Is Hell Like? Series

Contributed by Dennis Mcconnaughhay on Aug 31, 2009

What’s Next? What Happens after we die? Hell is an Awful Place! Part 3 of 7

INTRODUCTION 1. Heaven is an Awesome Place! Our study last week was Inspiring and Motivating… I was hoping that thought of Heaven would stay in our hearts… HOPE! • My desire in this study is to deepen our Hope for Heaven… that we’d understand that Heaven is far better than anything we’ve known, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ