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  • Tim Diack avatar

    Growing Together Series

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Jun 21, 2012
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     | 10,669 views

    Unless the Lord builds the house its builders labor in vain! Marriage is an excellent proving ground for drawing lcloser to God and living out the reality of the Gospel message. As we seek God we also grow closer together! This message challenges every

    Growing Together - Hosea 10:12 - June 10, 2012 Series: After The Honeymoon - #6 The early years of Paul and Grace’s marriage were, what we would consider to be, fairly typical. When they got married there was so much excitement and enthusiasm that they couldn’t imagine it ever ...read more

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    Grow Up

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 5, 2006
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     | 3,906 views

    As followers of the risen Christ, we are expected to grow in our daily walk becoming mature and attaining full stature in the image of Christ.

    Grow Up – Ephesians 4: 1 - 16 Intro: I found this interesting poem while researching this sermon. It sounds a bit like another poem you might recognize; but, listen closely. I think you will hear a difference. One night, I had a wondrous dream; One set of footprints there was seen. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Mark Opperman avatar

    Growing In Christ Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 10, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 61,330 views

    Every person who receives Jesus as their forgiver and leader needs to keep on growing in their faith.

    Growing in Christ Acts 9:20-31 Intro: Saul had repented of his former way of living and had put his trust in Jesus. He had been forgiven for all of his sins, and had invited the Lord to be the leader of his life. Now what did that look like in Saul’s life? Did it make any difference in what he ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Grumble Or Grow!

    Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 22, 2015
     | 15,211 views

    We don’t think God cares – if we mumble and grumble, but He does. We’re going to look at what grumbling is, why we shouldn’t grumble, and look at the alternatives to grumbling.

    GRUMBLE OR GROW! Exodus 16:1-8 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A lawyer, a doctor, and a preacher went deer hunting together when along came a big buck. The three of them all shot at the same time, and immediately the buck dropped to the ground. 2. They all rushed up to examine the deer, but couldn't ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Called To Grow Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 11, 2025
     | 1,076 views

    Looking at our calling in Christ.

    Called - How to Grow Ephesians 4:17-23 February 16, 2025 For the past weeks we’ve been looking at God’s call in our lives. It starts off with a call to WHO we are, not necessarily to be a doer in the beginning. We’ve looked at the fact that we have been called by God. In fact, as Paul told ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Let's Go To Antioch Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 22, 2023
     | 1,514 views

    If we want to grow as a church we have to go and tell people about Jesus, and then we need to teach them how to follow him.

    Let’s Go to Antioch Text: Acts 11:19-30 Introduction 1. Illustration: I heard a story about a guy who applied for a job as an usher at a theater in the mall. As a part of the interview process, the manager asked him, "What would you do in case a fire breaks out?" The young guy answered, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Boldly Grow

    Contributed by Clarence Peters on Aug 24, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,610 views

    Spiritual growth is ignited by passion, fuelled by the power of God, and sustained by self-discipline.

    Central Verses: 1:6-7 Behavioural goal: The listener will set a growth goal for the coming months and pursue it. Last Sunday many of you heard a message from Psalm 90 on making your life count. I want you to think way back to that time to reflect for a moment. Did it make any difference in ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Kevin McCarthy avatar

    Growing Generosity Series

    Contributed by Kevin Mccarthy on Dec 12, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,877 views

    Open your heart and grow greater generosity.

    Giving the gift of “me:” Growing Generosity, Open Before Christmas series, Message #1, December 2, 2007. Did you shop on black Friday? Over 130 million of us hit the stores on the day after thanksgiving (dubbed “Black Friday”). Would you rate your experience a “thumbs up” or a “thumbs down?” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Grow Up Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 19, 2016
     | 7,976 views

    This is the 3rd sermon in the series "Jesus Is Better- The Better Priest". Christians must continue to mature.

    Series: Jesus Is Better- The Better Priest [#3] GROW UP Hebrews 5:11-14 Introduction: On this Father’s Day, I want you to think about your father, your children, and your grandchildren. As we watch them get older, we expect them to grow up and mature. As the “man of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    5 Keys To A Healthy Church

    Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on Oct 28, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,417 views

    Church growth is a health issue. Anything with life will grow if it is healthy. This sermon was compiled from principles outlined in Rick Warren’s "Purpose Driven Life" and Dan Southerland’s "Transitioning"

    I. Introduction: Parachute Story from the National Training Center, Ft Irwin, CA 1989. In April of ’89 I served as a Detachment Commander during the Army’s first Special Operations Rotation to the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, CA. Our mission was to parachute in and take down a radar ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Growing In Faith Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 24, 2018
     | 11,395 views

    Growing in Faith Series: Daring Faith Brad Bailey – September 23, 2018

    Growing in Faith Series: Daring Faith Brad Bailey – September 23, 2018 Intro – It’s a joy to welcome you into our official start of our fall venture which we are calling Daring Faith. Last week was an introduction to our focus on faith. By way of recapturing what we are engaging…lets take a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Growing Pains Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 11, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,317 views

    As we face various trials in life we must learn to respond appropriately to the work God is doing in us: Embrace your trials and ask for God's help.

    Growing Pains James 1:1-8 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings. 2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. 4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Bob Hunter avatar

    Growing In Grace

    Contributed by Bob Hunter on Mar 12, 2002
    based on 83 ratings
     | 28,177 views

    "Growing in Grace" is a practical step by step topical teaching that encourages growth in a ’how to’ manner. Full of crisp, relevant contemporary language and illustrations. A transition to communion is included at the close.

    "Growing in Grace" II Peter 3:18 Pastor Bob Hunter Intro: As many of you know our newborn baby is 10 days old now. And it’s really quit amazing, because we can already see some growth taking place. When a newborn baby arrives, a small amount of initial weight loss occurs. In the ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Growing In Love PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,291 views

    This sermon explores the importance of fostering friendships based on faith, practicing benevolence, and giving generously, all underpinned by God's boundless love.

    Good morning, my dear friends. We gather here today, in this sacred place. A place of love. A place of hope. A place of faith. We gather to share in the Word of God. To draw strength from His teachings. To find comfort in His love. Opening Scripture Reading – Let us turn to the Holy Scripture, John ...read more

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    Growing Pains

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Jun 8, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,066 views

    The most successful trick Satan use’s, is to get us to question God about His actions. The words usually formed on our lips are “why am I experiencing such pain?”

    GROWING PAINS? Satan tries to undermine the Word of God and the importance of our faith in God. Eyes can’t always see what God is doing because most of what God does is in the spiritual realm. We can’t see the wind but we can see the results of it. Its very disturbing to think of the great ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God