Sermons on Incremental Growth:

Principles Of Spiritual Growth

Contributed by Doug Gilford on Jun 8, 2002

These are spiritual growth principles

In every area of our life, there should be signs of growth. We should experience growth in our marriage, in our families, at our jobs, at our churches, in regards to our income, and our relationship with Christ. In fact referring to our Christian walk, the writer of Hebrews tells us: Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hindrances To The Growth Of The Church

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

Hindrances to the Growth of the Church

Hindrances to the Growth of the Church Learning Objective The students will be able to explain some of the major hindrances to the qualitative and quantitative growth of the church. Introduction - When a child is not growing we look for causes. The child may not be growing because he is not ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Biblical Demand For Growth

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 3, 2001

Christian Growth Series

1. 2 Peter 3:18 "But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ" a. The life implanted in regeneration needs developing and nurturing. Paul’s favorite term for undeveloped Christians is "babes in Christ," whom he calls "carnal" Christians in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15, 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Steps Of Christian Growth

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Jan 3, 2001

DISCRIPTION OF GROWING IN GRACE

THE STEPS OF CHRISTIAN GROWTH: SCALED BY GIVING ALL DILIGENCE (CONSTANT AND EARNEST EFFORT) TEXT: 2 Peter 1:5-8 And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge; {6} And to knowledge temperance; and to temperance patience; and to patience godliness; {7} And ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Fundamentals Of Spiritual Growth

Contributed by Mark Lewis on Jan 5, 2002

Describes the fundamentals of spiritual growth in the life of the Christian.

Title - Fundamentals for Spiritual Growth Text - 1 Corinthians 3:6 Subtext - Luke 8:4-15; James 5:7-8 Intro. - In the gospel according to Luke 8:4-15 the Lord told the Parable of the Sower which gives insight and understanding into Paul words in 1 Corinthians 3:6. Read along with me the words of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:6, Luke 8:4-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Friendship - Pathway To Growth

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 14, 2002

Friendships are important to our spiritual health and spiritual growth

Good morning! And welcome to WestShore Community Church, on this our first-ever Friendship Sunday. It’s always good to see our members and regular attenders, but this week we’re thrilled to have with us so many friends, both new and old. It reminds us that many of the people Jesus ministered to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Ecclesiastes 4:9

Denomination: Baptist

Seeds Are A Plan For Growth

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 18, 2002

YOU CAN COUNT THE SEEDS IN AN APPLE, BUT ONLY GOD CAN COUNT THE APPLES IN A SEED!

SEEDS ARE A PLAN By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Our text: 2 Peter 3:18 BUT GROW IN GRACE, AND IN THE KNOWLEDGE OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST... I ponder: You can count the seeds in an apple; BUT ONLY GOD CAN COUNT THE APPLES IN A SEED. Sickly oaks from sickly ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18, James 1:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Growth From Within Series

Contributed by Christopher Hill on Jan 15, 2004

Church growth starts with a healthy congregation devoted to God and the church. Regardless of plans or programs the church will grow with God’s Holy Spirit.

I. The church consists of baptized believers A. They accepted the message Peter preached 1. Old Testament Prophecy 2. Contemporary application 3. Jesus is Lord and Christ B. They were baptized C. Incredible growth II. The people were devoted A. If we are out of our minds it is for Christ’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Recipe For Spiritual Growth

Contributed by David Seeley on Feb 28, 2004

As Christians we must continue to grow in the Lord after we are saved. We cannot simply "exist" after we are saved and expect to become mature Christians. Growth is just as important after the new birth as the new birth is itself.

Recipe for Spiritual Growth Text: Colossians 2:6-8, 2 Peter 1:5-11 I. Why do we need to grow? Colossians 2:6-8 explain the need for spiritual growth. A. Walk in Christ—If we are truly walking with Christ, we will grow in grace and in the knowledge of Him. B. Be rooted—as a tree seeks water deep ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-11, Colossians 2:6-8

Denomination: Holiness

The Neglect Of Spiritual Growth

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 5, 2003

Christianity involves more than believing and knowing it also involves living and obeying.

"THE NEGLECT OF SPIRITUAL GROWTH" Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 6:60-71 HEBREWS 12:1-17 Christianity involves more than believing and knowing it also involves living and obeying. You can’t just believe and know the facts you must obey God’s word as well - for your ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-71

Understanding Church Growth

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Nov 19, 2002

how church growth exploded on the scene

UNDERSTANDING CHURCH GROWTH 26He also said, "This is what the kingdom of God is like. A man scatters seed on the ground. 27Night and day, whether he sleeps or gets up, the seed sprouts and grows, though he does not know how. 28All by itself the soil produces grain--first the stalk, then the head, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-29, Acts 2:1-44

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Joys Of Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Mar 17, 2009

As we grow as Christian’s we not only come to experience the joy that comes with it, but we also bring joy to the Lord, when He sees his children grow.

The Growing Christian Series The Joys of Spiritual Growth 2 Peter 3:18 Introduction There are many joys for the Christian. We can praise God for the joy of having our sins forgiven. We can rejoice in the blessed assurance of being his heirs. We can face the future with optimism because of our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

Provision For Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Feb 10, 2009

“The Growing Christian” series is an appropriate theme based on the need for every disciple’s continuing growth to spiritual maturity.

The Growing Christian “The Growing Christian” series is an appropriate theme based on the need for every disciple’s continuing growth to spiritual maturity. Provision for Spiritual Growth 1 Peter 2:1 – 2 Introduction A false idea held by many is that the child of God is born full ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Necessity Of Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Feb 16, 2009

It is a tragedy both on the physical level and the spiritual level for one to fail to grow or neglect to grow.

The Growing Christian Series The Necessity of Spiritual Growth 2 Peter 3:18 Introduction It is a tragedy both on the physical level and the spiritual level for one to fail to grow or neglect to grow. When we were children, most of us had the fear that we would never grow up to adulthood. We could ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Foes Of Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Feb 25, 2009

As Christians we are called to grow in Christ, but we also need to be aware of the foes that are against that growth, so that we may overcome them.

The Growing Christian Series The Foes of Spiritual Growth 1 Peter 2:1-2 Introduction The words of our text imply that the laying aside of harmful attitudes and evil actions should go hand in hand with the process of spiritual growth. Spiritual growth, like growth in the animal kingdoms, is always ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist