Sermons on Healthy Growth:

A Faithful Ally Who Stands Within Us Series

Contributed by Troy Luttrell on Feb 17, 2014

In Christ we have complete salvation, forgiveness, victory, and growth.

Background: • As the Apostle Paul continues to write, we find that chapter two is a sobering wakeup call to the church. The true church of Jesus Christ will always be at war until the return of Christ. Last week we looked at how our enemy the devil seeks to knock the church ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

Found Difficult And Not Tried

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 23, 2009

Everything that is important for the growth of God’s kingdom is also difficult.

Tuesday of 7th Week in Easter Time May 26, 2009 The gift of prophecy is a lot like spiritual dynamite. It can be used to build up or to tear down. False prophets abound–think of the damage that has been done by charlatans like Joseph Smith or Jim Jones. St. Paul himself in his earliest writings ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-27

Denomination: Catholic

Happy New Year

Contributed by Neal Rolett on Jan 5, 2013

Four practical goals to ensure spiritual growth in the new year.

Intro: All of us have made New Year’s resolutions, and all us have broken them too. Many times our resolutions are abandoned before the sun goes down on January first. And I believe that very often we make New Year’s resolutions that have little to do with our spiritual well-being and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Passionate Pursuit Part 2 Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Mar 28, 2010

The first purpose of spiritual growth is that we become fruitful and effective.

Open your Bibles in 2 Peter 1:8-11. “For if these qualities are yours and are increasing, they keep you from being ineffective or unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. For whoever lacks these qualities is so nearsighted that he is blind, having forgotten that he was cleansed from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

His Own Special People - Part 2

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Jul 2, 2020

There must be growth in the life of one who professes Christ as their Savior.

(1 Pet 2:9 NKJV) But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; (1 Pet 2:10 NKJV) who once were not a people but are now the people of God, who had not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-2, 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Call To Unity Series

Contributed by Peter Kelly on Aug 25, 2021

Series #3. The importance of unity in the church is critical for Kinfdom growth.

I. Introduction A. Review Paul’s introduction -So far, in Paul’s introductory part of His letter, he has made it a point to remind the believers in Corinth of two things: -1. They are saints in the eyes of God. -Seen as holy and expected to live according to that calling. -2. They ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

The Importance Of A Positive Attitude

Contributed by Andre King on Sep 15, 2015

Gaining and maintaining a Positive attitude is essential to our growth in Christ.

THE EXPERTS SAY THAT IN ORDER TO SUCCEED IN LIFE, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WE KEEP A POSITIVE ATTITUDE. THESE WORDS ARE FOUND ON A PLAQUE IN THE OFFICE OF GOLFING GREAT ARNOLD PALMER. “IF YOU THINK YOU ARE BEATEN, YOU ARE. IF YOU THINK YOU DARE NOT, YOU DON'T. IF YOU'D LIKE TO WIN BUT THINK YOU ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Command Versus Obidience

Contributed by Clement Manenga on Feb 17, 2026

True spiritual growth often requires the courage to travel light.

Genesis 12:1: "The Lord had said to Abram, 'Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you." Genesis 12:4: "So Abram went, as the Lord had told him; and Lot went with him." God’s instructions to Abraham were specific: leave your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Charismatic

Sewing Up The Curtain

Contributed by John Oscar on Feb 18, 2026

A sermon stressing intimacy with God and growth in our relationship with HIM.

Sewing Up the Curtain Annual Business Meeting Feb 15th, 2025 Scripture: Exodus 20:21 “The people stood far off, while Moses drew near to the thick darkness where God was.” ________________________________________ INTRODUCTION: A FAMILIAR MOMENT WITH AN UNCOMFORTABLE TRUTH Looking out at our church ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:18-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon On God's Nourishment

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 14, 2024

Nourishment is defined as the food necessary for growth, health and good condition.

Laurie Colwin, a female American writer once remarked: “The table is a meeting place, a gathering ground, the source of sustenance and nourishment, festivity, safety, and satisfaction. A person cooking is a person giving: Even the simplest food is a gift.” John 6:35 reminds us: “Jesus said to them, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:23, Hebrews 4:12, Psalm 81:16, Luke 22:19

We Will Tell The Praiseworthy Deeds Of The Lord

Contributed by Edward Frey on Sep 5, 2001

Growth in the Word is vital if we are to share the Word with our families

Sermon Text: Psalm 78:1-8 September 9, 2001 -- Christian Education Sunday WE WILL TELL THE NEXT GENERATION! I’m sure most of you have heard the story about the Christmas ham. It goes like this: One year, as mom prepared to put the Christmas ham in the pan, she cut a piece off one end. Her ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Pressing On Into The New Year

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jan 9, 2002

A New Year’s message designed to encourage change and growth.

PRESSING ON INTO THE NEW YEAR Philippians 3:12-14 INTRODUCTION: At this time every year many of us make resolutions. We resolve to lose weight, to exercise more, to be a better person, to dispense with old bad habits and begin some new good ones. None of those are surprising, but I have found a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Need For Multitudes

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jul 20, 2002

Designed to stimulate believers to evangelize in order for there to be quantitative growth in the Kingdom

Victory Christian Outreach Church (Victorious Faith Ministries) The Need For Multitudes: Jn 15:16 by Bishop David Ibeleme Sunday 17th March 2002 The concept of evangelism denotes multiplication, however many are not too excited about this. Why Many Don’t Want Multitudes: 1) The “Few ...read more

Scripture: John 15:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Growing Deeper & Reaching Wider

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 23, 2002

Challenge to congregation to follow pattern for church growth in Acts 2

GROWING DEEPER, REACHING WIDER Text: Acts 2:42-47 I. GROWING DEEPER A. Who needs to grow deeper? 1. People who had just receive Christ. 2. People who are suffering from trials and persecution. 3. People who live and work among unbelievers. 4. People who are in the service. 5. All Christians need to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Church Of God

The Joy Of Progress Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007

Part 8 in a series on Philippians focusing in the keys to Spiritual Growth

The Joy of Progress Philippians 3:12-21 I. Introduction A. The Two Trappers 1. In the mid 1800’s two trappers were diligently collecting skins in the Cumberland Plateau area of Tennessee. a) At the end of the season the two decided to pack up and head home. b) They made their way back to the river ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ