Sermons on Kingdom Growth:

The Emerging Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 16, 2021

A sermon for the Sundays following Pentecost, Year B, Lectionary 11

June 13, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 4:26-34 The Emerging Kingdom of God Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The earth produces of itself, first the stalk, then the head, then the full grain in the head. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-34

Denomination: Lutheran

Becoming Fishers Of Men

Contributed by Phillip Schrimsher on Sep 10, 2008

How to catch men for the kingdom of God.

BECOMING FISHERS OF MEN LUKE 5:1-11 INTRODUCTION: I love to fish. Every summer when the weather changes I get “fishing fever.” There is nothing quite as wonderful as a warm spring day and the smell of night crawler and chicken livers on your fingertips. I love to hear fishing stories also, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Kingdom 15 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 21, 2022

In this message we will examine what Jesus said about fasting. While it is common for people to say they are fasting from watrching TV, playing video games, etc, this is not scripturally an accurate protrayal of what fasting truly is and the power that comes through it when combined with prayer.

Living in the Kingdom 15 Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18; 17:14-21; Isaiah 58:2-6; Psalms 35:13 This is a continuation of my series, “Living in the Kingdom.” This morning we will examine what Jesus says about fasting and riches in His Sermon on the Mount. We will look at verses sixteen through ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18, Matthew 17:14-21, Isaiah 58:2-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Invest In God's Kingdom

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Feb 2, 2013

To be a good steward we must not waste what has been given to us. We must invest what has been given to us and must show a return for it.We are given resources according to our individual abilities. We are all different. It is a fact that some people are

INVEST WHAT YOU HAVE BEEN GIVEN To be a good steward we must not waste what has been given to us. We must invest what has been given to us and must show a return for it. Matthew 25:14-22 - "For the kingdom of heaven is like a man traveling to a far country, who called his own servants and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-22

Denomination: Charismatic

The Kingdom Of Heaven Is Like... PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Even the smallest beginnings, when guided by God's hand, can lead to extraordinary results, as illustrated by the parables of the mustard seed and the yeast in Matthew 13:31-33.

Good morning, family. I hope you brought your Bibles, 'cause today we're diving deep into the book of Matthew, chapter 13. We're going to learn about some mustard seeds, yeast, and a whole lot of God's love and power. You might be thinking, "What's so special about a mustard seed or a bit of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33

Topics: Big, Enough

Grow Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

Christian growth is a complex process involving God's Word, fellowship, prayer, and worship, but ultimately, it is God who causes the growth, similar to a farmer who prepares the soil and plants the seed, but relies on God for the growth.

Last week we began a new 4-week series called Rooted. The agricultural imagery is strong with this series, and we will be talking a lot today about seeds, soil, and growth. After a seed is planted, what do you expect it to do next? (GROW!) That’s right, we expect the seed to grow and ultimately we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-9

Topics: Spiritual Growth, Prayer, Fellowship

Sermon Series: Rooted

Partnering Together Part 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 8 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians continuing our discussion of the need to work together for God's kingdom.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Serving in Partnership with Each other” I Corinthians 3:5-8a Review Address and Introduction (Greeting and Thanksgiving) 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof concerning divisions 1-4 1. Opening appeal for unity 1:10-17 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-8, Ephesians 4:1-7, 1 Corinthians 11:28-31

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Grow Up In Christ

Contributed by Sharon Stonestreet on Aug 11, 2007

We are born into the kingdom or God, and like babies in the natural our Father God expects us to grow up.

There was a group of tourists who were visiting a picturesque village and came upon an old man sitting beside a fence. In a rather patronizing way, one of the tourist asked, “Were any great men born in this village?” The old man replied, “Nope, only babies.” Very true, only Adam and Eve did not ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moving On Up

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Mar 1, 2005

Like the Jefferson’s of the 70”s sitcom fame it is time for some of us to move on up in the Kingdom of God.

February 2005 Dakota Community Church Moving On Up! Introduction: Like the Jefferson’s of the 70”s sitcom fame it is time for some of us, especially some of the youth to move on up in the Kingdom of God. At some point in time each of us must make the decision to stop coming to church to be fed ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:8-14

Denomination: Mennonite

Keys To The Kingdom #2 Series

Contributed by David Carter on Aug 9, 2002

A series on the beatitudes

THE KEYS TO THE KINGDOM #2 Text: Matthew 5: 2-12 BLESSED (markarios) - A Spiritual Joy and Satisfaction that lasts regardless of Circumstances and Conditions; that carries us through pain, sorrow, heartache, loss and grief. To be blessed is what men seek! The problem is that they seek it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Kingdom Of God Secrets Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 16, 2017

The secret of the kingdom of god is being given!

We are worshiping God and learning from the Gospel of Mark. Please open your Bibles to Mark 4… Our Scripture of the Week, Mark 4:11a, states that Jesus told His disciples “The secret of the kingdom of God has been given to you.” What do you think Jesus meant by that?? Jesus was simply saying that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:10-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Attribute Seven | A Man Produces Growth Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Apr 29, 2018

He will never selfishly devour resources, but rather understands that resources flow from Christ through him. Therefore, he perceives himself to be a conduit of resources and does everything he can to remain connected to these resources through obedience.

Well as promised, we’re just navigating our way through the 9 Attributes of a Man of God. Today we are on the topic of deliberately producing growth in our life. Attribute number 7. And as agreed, I promised that I was going to deliver a verse to you every time on one thing that Jesus did, and one ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Hard Work: Spiritual Growth Is Not An Accident

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jul 8, 2009

Paul challenges Timothy to focus like a soldier, train like an athlete, and work like a farmer.

HARD WORK: Spiritual Growth is Not an Accident July 5, 2009 In a time of economic crisis, many people today would love some hard work! We also need to work hard spiritually. Ministry and spiritual discipline is often hard work. 2 Timothy 2:1-10 Our salvation is based on grace, not works, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Making The Transition Into The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Dec 26, 2009

I believe that the church is in a transitional period. God is waiting for us to become all that He has given us to be.

December 27, 2009 Morning Worship Text; Matthew 3:1-12 Subject: The Kingdom of God – Part 1 Title: Making the Transition Into the Kingdom Charlotte and I were sitting at the breakfast table yesterday morning watching the snow fall. What a delight it is to be able to see those big flakes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Preparing For Kingdom Challenges

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 9, 2019

What can the church at Antioch teach us about outreach?

Preparing For Kingdom Challenges Acts 13:1-3 Introduction The Church was born into challenging times. Not long into the book of Acts the persecution of Christians takes a deadly turn when Stephen is stoned. Acts 8:1-4, NLT A great wave of persecution began that day, sweeping over the church in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ