Sermons on Growth Habits:

Remembering Your Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 8, 2012

We take test #3 for proving if we really know God. That test involves remembering your spiritual growth as is mentioned in 1 John 2: 12-14.

This morning we take test #3 for proving if we really know God. That test involves remembering your spiritual growth as is mentioned in 1 John 2: 12-14. This test involves remembering. It’s a good thing to remember. It’s good to remember what stories you have told so that they ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Growth Requires Faithfulness

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 25, 2024

The Gospel is able to penetrate in all seasons, if we are willing to share it. This is what Acts teaches us, those around Saul demonstrate, now it’s our time. It is our time to react in a way that shows people Jesus, not ourselves!

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 13 Spiritual Growth requires Faithfulness Acts 9:23 – 9:31 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked the beginning of all history (Creation/Fall/Promise) -- And we looked ahead, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:23-31, Galatians 1:15-18, John 10:10, 2 Timothy 4:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Growth Through Humility

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 1, 2025

Humility is not weakness—it is strength under control. In a world that often rewards pride, self-promotion, and status, God calls His children to embrace the way of humility.

SPIRITUAL GROWTH THROUGH HUMILITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 2:5-8 Supporting Texts: James 4:6, 1 Peter 5:5-6, Matthew 23:12, Proverbs 22:4, Luke 14:11 INTRODUCTION: Humility is not weakness—it is strength under control. In a world that often rewards pride, self-promotion, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Serving Others As A Path To Growth

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025

God never designed service to be a burden but a blessing. As we serve others with a pure heart, we grow in Christlikeness, in favour with God and man, and in influence.

SERVING OTHERS AS A PATH TO GROWTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 20:26–28 Supporting Texts: John 13:12–17, Philippians 2:5–9, Galatians 5:13, Romans 12:11, 1 Peter 4:10 INTRODUCTION: In the world today, greatness is often defined by status, position, and the number of people who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:26-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Advancement Or Growth: Where Are You? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 17, 2024

This sermon explores spiritual growth and advancement in faith, emphasizing the essential role of the Holy Spirit in initiating and sustaining this process.

Welcome, to this beautiful gathering where our hearts beat in unison with the love of our Lord. It is in this sacred space that we open our hearts to the wisdom of His Word, and allow the Holy Spirit to guide us in the path of righteousness. Today, we turn our attention to the book of Ephesians, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:13-15

Topics: Advancement, Growth

Healthy Habits For A Higher Walk -- Sacrifice Applied Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 11, 2018

This message continues the exploration of the discipline of sacrifice by making some practical suggestions.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Sacrifice” Practical Application Review One who regularly engages in the spiritual exercises or habits prescribed in scripture will enjoy greater spiritual vitality and broader eternal impact. So far we have identified seven. Solitude and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Four Great Goals For Christian Growth Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 7, 2018

1. Be available. 2. Be teachable. 3. Be dependable. 4. Be flammable.

Four Great Goals for Christian Growth The Book of Acts - Part 64 Acts 18:23-28 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - November 9, 2014 *When we trust in Jesus Christ, we are born again as baby Christians. But the Lord wants us to grow in Christ. And the good news is that we can ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Growth Through Spiritual Diet

Contributed by Dr. Nicholas M. Muteti on Jun 15, 2011

Did you know that a Christian must have a spiritual diet? I was blessed to discover it in 1 Peter Chapter 2. I like peter. Peter is quite often pictured on the pages of scripture eating, or sitting at the table. Here, in chapter 2, he is not referring the

CHRISTIAN GROWTH THROUGH SPIRITUAL DIET 1 PETER 2:1-3 Introduction, Attention, Personal- Six years ago, my wife and I took our youngest son for a regular physical check-up and the doctor told us, “Everything is fine with him, except his growth. Last time he was doing fine, now he is thinner. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

United For The Growth Of The Church And The Glory Of God Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 8, 2014

Paul has finished telling the Ephesians about their riches and inheritance in Jesus and now begins teaching them about their responsibility to Jesus. True understanding of correct biblical teaching should lead to correct Christian living

Intro: The Christian life is not based on ignorance but knowledge. Knowledge of Jesus! We are never taught the Bible nor do we study the Bible merely to learn what it says but instead we learn it to live what it says. True understanding of correct biblical teaching should motivate us to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Leaders' Personal Habits - (Part 7 Of 7) Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004

Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime.

This final category touches the leader in his relationship to alcohol and money-two areas of perennial tempta-tion. Don’t overlook God’s Word on these crucial points! If you do, you will regret it later. 1. Not given to drunkenness 1 Tim 3:3; Titus 1:7 Literally this phrase means "not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Powerful Positive Speech Habits - Part Ii Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 11, 2007

More practical biblical habits to develop to keep your speech positive and uplifting.

1. LAUGHING and SINGING so that others will recognize God’s goodness flowing through me. "Then we laughed with our mouths, and we sang with our tongues. Then it was said among the nations, ’The Lord has done great things for them.’" Psalms 126:2 (NLV) When Christ’s followers are sincerely ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:2

Denomination: Baptist

Habits Of Heavens Heroes – 3 Handout

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Mar 21, 2011

Handout

The Habits of Heavens Hero’s – Joseph - Handout Rom 15:4 For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience [ cheerful / hopeful endurance] and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope. [Confident expectation] Habit - A recurrent, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Healthy Habits For A Higher Walk Pt 5 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 11, 2018

Rather than duplicate messages. I suggest you refer messages from another series preached at another time on prayer. See Diving Dialogue series.

See messages from the series "Divine Dialogue" ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Only You Can Change Your Habits

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jan 30, 2018

it is our responsibility to change negative habits

I ran across this story as I was working on this homily and want to share it with you: "A bazaar was held in a village in northern India. Everyone brought his wares to trade and sell. One old farmer brought in a whole covey of quail. He had tied a string around one leg of each bird. The other ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal

"the Bad Habits Of Jesus"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 29, 2024

PC controls our culture, and values. Harrison Butker stood against a self righteous culture at a personal cost. Jesus confronted PC Pharisees regarding the "Sabbath" rules. quotes from Leonard Sweet, Ken Bailey (Jesus thru Middle Eastern Eyes)

In Jesus Holy Name June 2, 2024 Text: Mark 2:23-24,27-28 Pentecost II Redeemer “The Bad Habits of Jesus” Each Sunday in this liturgical calendar year our gospel readings are from the Book of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran