Sermons on Growing Churches:

Through Change We Grow!

Contributed by Glenn Newton on May 4, 2002

How change may be hard, but is necessary in the Christian life, and in the life of the Church.

Through Change We Grow! Pastor Glenn Newton 7-1-01 On July 4th, 1776 there was a Document signed by the brave leaders of the American Colonies, this document was a Declaration of Independence. It was a day that changed the lives of those who lived in our country forever, it was a Change that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:3-4

Denomination: Nazarene

Grow Up! (Part One)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 21, 2010

Ever have someone tell you to grow up? The bible has some things to say about the necessity for spiritual maturity.

GROW UP! (Part one) INTRODUCTION: Ever have someone tell you to grow up? Boys seem to have this problem more than girls. I guess because girls are supposed to mature faster. Whatever. I’m sure if there are any big sisters here today and you have little brothers you were probably telling them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grow Up! (Part Two)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 21, 2010

How can I tell if I’m spiritually mature?

GROW UP! (Part Two) Why should I grow? Why is it important for us to focus on spiritual maturity? One reason is so I can know God’s will. Progressing in spiritual maturity will enable me to discern God’s will and it will allow me to approve of God’s will. I will see that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Growing The Flock Of Christ Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 24, 2021

In a world hungry for meaning, hungry for joy, hungry for hope, we must share the story of Christ and His Church.

Monday of 4th week of Easter In Palestine, sheep have been for dozens of generations the basis of animal husbandry. Sheep produce milk and wool–they are not used for meat. Sheep are also pretty stupid, so they need shepherds to keep them from getting into trouble and being killed. Every night ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18, John 10:1-10

Denomination: Catholic

Learning How To Plant And Grow Village Churches

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

Learning How To Plant and Grow Village Churches A Case Study in Village Evangelism

Learning How To Plant and Grow Village Churches A Case Study in Village Evangelism Learning Objectives 1. The students will be able to describe four ways to plant a church in a village setting. 2. The students will be able to explain how Malam Maudi overcame the forces of evil in village ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Help! My Church Isn't Growing

Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Jul 7, 2005

What does the Bible say about why a church isn’t growing and how it can be corrected.

Help! My Church Isn’t Growing In many ways pastors and churches are judged by whether or not their church is growing. It becomes painful to admit to the brethren that we haven’t seen growth in a church we pastor - whether addition by baptism or transfer. What does the Bible have to say about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Our Gracious God Grows His Church

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 11, 2008

Pentectost 9(B) - Our gracious God grows his church. God tears down the wall of hostility. God then builds up with living materials.

OUR GRACIOUS GOD GROWS HIS CHURCH (Outline) July 13, 2008 -- PENTECOST 9 -- Ephesians 2:13-22 INTRO: There is a certain excitement in undertaking a project. It might be a building project or study project. In either case the project has a starting point, mid-point, and completion. At ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13-22

Denomination: Lutheran

How Does Jesus Grow His Church? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 28, 2007

In this text the Apostle Paul explains how Jesus grows his church.

Scripture About five years ago someone apparently stole several copies of the Miami Hurricanes’ football playbook from an assistant coach’s office. Later, some of the contents from those playbooks appeared on the Internet. It didn’t help the Hurricanes’ opponents! A playbook, as I understand it, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gifted Ministers Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 3, 2012

If you want a growing church that builds itself up in love, then accept your spiritual gifts, develop them and use them wherever and whenever you can.

When a local church broke ground for a new 500-seat sanctuary, an inventive church member made sure everyone could participate in the experience. The man attached a 145-foot handle to a stainless steel spade so that all 300 members could squeeze together to turn the first shovel full of dirt. A ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Church Is Like A Garden

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Jul 1, 2019

Church is a Growing Place

When this building was first constructed, it was called Garden Methodist Church. The name was changed to First United Methodist Church when Garden Church and Redeemer Church merged in 1975. But on this day, when we dedicate our memorial walkway, I want to look back a bit and then look forward. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-11

God’s Dream For Our Church

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 19, 2013

God wants us to be: 1. A growing church (vs. 36-43 & 47). 2. A gathered church (vs. 42 & 46). 3. A generous church (vs. 44 & 45). 4. A glad church (vs. 41 & 46-47).

God’s Dream for Our Church Acts 2:36-47 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 3, 2012 BACKGROUND *God has a dream for our church, and we can discover this dream by looking back at the first church in Acts 2:36-47. *Here’s the background: Jesus Christ has died on the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-47

Denomination: Baptist

How To Build Up The Church

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on May 28, 2012

Building up the Church is a full time job with the world in the sad codition its in.

HOW TO BUILD UP THE CHURCH Acts 2: 41Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. 42And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-42

Denomination: Baptist

How To Grow As A Disciple

Contributed by Jay Robison on Jan 25, 2007

From a series dealing with essentials for our church future. Spend time with God, Deepen Your Relationship with other believers. Outline at end

With appreciation I acknowledge I have used Sermon Central among many other resources in crafting this sermon. A PATHWAY FOR THE NEXT 60 YEARS: DISCIPLESHIP January 14, 2007 Jay Davis Robison LUKE 6:46-49 We are in midst of series of sermons pathway for next 60 yrs Dealing with 5 dream ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49

Denomination: Baptist

Do We Really Want To Grow? Series

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 12, 2014

The main reason a church does not grow is that it doesn't want to grow. Is that where are?

In his book Comeback Churches, Ed Stetzer said this: “Comeback churches cast a compelling vision for outreach. They made intentional, strategic efforts to move outward. ** The main reason a church does not grow is that it doesn’t want to grow. Everyone in the church should be engaged ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Baptist

Letter Of Encouragement- Watch Them Grow Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 9, 2021

This is the 53rd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 3rd sermon from 1 Thessalonians and is also a Mother's Day Sermon.

Series: Action [#53] A LETTER OF ENCOURAGMENT- WATCH THEM GROW 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13 Introduction: On this Mother’s Day, I want us to continue in our Series. This sermon is very fitting for this day. I know that some days in life seem to go very slow; but when you have children, everything ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist