Sermons on Growing Faith:

Answer The Question Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 27, 2023

Too many of us believe we have arrived and are mature spiritually. We must find out “Where Are You?”

We have talked before about the importance of order and the Law of First Mention. First things, first fruits, first statements all matter. They are highly important and worth paying attention to. This should cause us to pay particular attention to the very first question God ever asked. This ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Going Deeper”

Contributed by Sean Dees on Mar 1, 2022

When we were kids we played in the shallow end of the pool because we weren't physically prepared for the deep end. As we grew and learned how to swim and overcome our fear of the deep end we were able to final get in the waters. The same can be said of us in the spiritual.

Intro: Tonight I want to talk to you about going deeper. For many of you; you have spent your time in the shallow seeking after those things in the deep. You see in the shallow there are only a few different types of fish whereas in the deep there is more of a variety. And it’s time to go out ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-7

Bricklaying 101

Contributed by Richard Stevens on Feb 8, 2018

A simple message that relates the steps of bricklaying to the Christian life.

Introduction Some years ago, I took an evening course in Bricklaying. It was offered by the county Community College and was provided at a local High School. We gathered one night a week, in the evenings, for 2-3 hours to learn the bricklaying trade. I spent a whopping $5.00 for the class ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"we Are Filled With Joy"

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Nov 11, 2021

A message about joy in the midst of adversity - and especially the aging process.

Text: Psalm 126 -- A song of Ascents. Subject: How Can I Have Joy While Weeping? Complement: Because Of Past Victories! Big Idea: The Past Provides Joy for Today And bright Hope For tomorrow. Preaching Idea: “We Are Filled With Joy.” Introduction: Let’s talk about the elephant in the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Do You Know! Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 29, 2005

You know more than you think. John gives us 3 simple things to know that will help our faith grow

INTRODUCTION • I have enjoyed our journey through the book of John. I hope this book both challenged and encouraged you in your walk with Jesus. • I believe there are times when we can get overwhelmed by all the things we should and need to know concerning our faith. • We can get so overwhelmed ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Walk That Matches The Talk Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 23, 2006

Paul gives us some things that will help us to grow in Christ. This is a process, we do our part, God does His!

INTRODUCTION • Expectations. Life is full of them • As we live our lives, we come to church and when we come to church we hear a lot about walking the walk, or making sure that our walk matches our talk. • What do we mean when we say this? • We are saying that since we who have been immersed into ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"God Is In Charge Of The Kitchen"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 3, 2011

A sermon on growing up spiritually in Christ.

1 Corinthians 3:1-9 “God is in Charge of the Kitchen” Many have noted that we live in a culture that does not want to grow up. People dread the mere idea of aging. Yet, if you just happen to be blessed to live another day, you will get older. Many parents forsake their role as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Grade Yourself

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 28, 2016

In this sermon I focus on 5 questions that we can ask ourselves to help evaluate how we are doing in our Christian walk.

Grade Yourself 5 Questions Lakewood | Pastor Jonathan Vorce | 10-30-2016 Scripture Reading: Romans 12:3-8 NIV I. Am I a Good Christian Example? A. Character Matters 1. Conduct is the outward expression of the character that we carry. - Matthew 7:5 B. We are called to shine… brightly for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8, Romans 5:7

Denomination: Church Of God

Walking By Faith Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Apr 2, 2023

This two part sermon series deals with the vital role of faith in the Christian life. In this sermon we look at five main ways faith in God can benefit the believer.

I want to begin this morning by reading you a quote from a man some believe to be one of the most brilliant scientific minds of our day. You may have heard of him, his name is Richard Dawkins, an evolutionary biologist whose greatest ambition in life seems to be to prove that God does not exist, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Romans 1:18-25, Hebrews 11:27, Psalm 19:1-4, 2 Corinthians 5:7, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Displeased With This Generation

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 7, 2013

To show that we need to grow more in our relationship/experiential knowledge of the LORD JESUS and grow in our relationship with Him.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you know and have relationship with JESUS? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to grow more in our relationship/experiential knowledge of the LORD JESUS and grow in our relationship with Him. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 3:10 (Amplified Bible) 3:10 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Maturing Like Christ

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jun 9, 2008

A broad challenge on "Academy Sunday" for ALL of us to be life-long students of Christ striving for the fullness of His maturity.

MATURING LIKE CHRIST Luke 2:40-52 Rev. Todd G Leupold Perth Bible Church 6/8/08 AM “Academy Sunday” SCRIPTURE: LUKE 2:40-52 PRAYER INRODUCTION: From this passage we are examining this morning with help from the Holy Spirit, God the Father communicates and Jesus the Son demonstrates that as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

Denomination: Baptist

Moving On To Maturity

Contributed by Olorunnisola Oni on Feb 14, 2009

The sermon teaches us how we can leave the elementary teachings about Christ and move on to maturity.

Introduction: The Lord encourages us to grow in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ who we are made to understand grew physically and spiritually to perfection before returning to heaven seating at the right of His majesty. And our text today which is taken from Heb 5:7 to 6:3 ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wise Up! James 1:5-8 Series

Contributed by Eric Grenier on Apr 26, 2018

We often lack wisdom and faith, James tells us how to grow in both.

James 1:5-8 Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives to all generously and without criticizing, and it will be given to him. 6 But let him ask in faith without doubting. For the doubter is like the surging sea, driven and tossed by the wind. 7 That person should not expect to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8, Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Introduction To Spiritual Disciplines Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 9, 2021

Week 1 of a new series helping us to grow in Christ through Spiritual Disciplines

Spiritual Disciplines: Introduction 1 Timothy 4:7-8 John 10:10, 15:5 April 11, 2021 Do you have any bad habits? Is there anything about you that you would like to change? That’s a pretty loaded question. I’m not going to ask the person who is sitting next to you, either! Today and for the next ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, 1 Timothy 4:7-8, John 15:5

Denomination: Baptist

Like Your Labor

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 27, 2003

We are commanded in Scripture to work.

INTRO.- ILL.- When John F. Kennedy was campaigning for the presidency in the late 50’s, he visited a coal mine in West Virginia. One coal miner said, “Mr. Kennedy, is it true that you’re the son of one of the wealthiest men in America?” Kennedy said, “yes, it is.” The man said, “Mr. Kennedy, is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ