Sermons on Lack Of Maturity:

Developing A Mature Prayer Life

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 7, 2025

Prayer is simply talking to God.

A. What is Prayer? 1. Prayer is simply talking to God; it’s as easy as a child talking to a parent. 2. There are many ways a child talks to a parent. There are many ways to pray. 3. A baby’s first word, “Da Da,” is a beginning prayer. 4. As children grow older, reflects asking prayer. 5. “Mother, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:11

Denomination: Baptist

Qualities That A Mature Christian Strives For SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 25, 2023

Benchmarks for maturing in Christ

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is indeed a blessing to be gathered together in this sacred space, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to grow in our faith. As we come together this morning, we are embarking on a journey, a journey of spiritual growth and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-11

Topics: Spiritual Growth

Spiritual Gifts And Christian Maturity

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 5, 2025

Spiritual gifts are powerful expressions of God’s grace, meant to equip the Church for its divine assignment. But gifts alone are not enough. Without maturity, they can become tools of pride, division, or confusion.

SPIRITUAL GIFTS AND CHRISTIAN MATURITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:13-16 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, Romans 12:4-8, 1 Peter 4:10-11, Hebrews 5:12-14, Colossians 1:28 INTRODUCTION: Spiritual gifts are divine endowments given by the Holy Spirit to every believer for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:13-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Make Maturity Your Goal.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 22, 2024

Are you growing? Are you trapped and staying the same? Let us study maturity and immaturity.

MAKE MATURITY YOUR GOAL… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) IN EVERY FAMILY, CHURCH AND SOCIETY THERE SHOULD BE SEVERAL GOALS. 2 Peter 3:18 But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18, 1 Corinthians 3:1, Hebrews 5:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Walk In Unity, Grow In Maturity Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 28, 2024

Paul urges the believers to live the truth (expressed in Eph 1-3) by walking in unity, watching their attitudes, and growing in maturity as a Body of Christ.

Eph 4:1-16 WALK IN UNITY, GROW IN MATURITY We are at a turning point in this book, moving from doctrines to the practice of the truth. • Chapters 1-3 on the DOCTRINES – who we are as the church of Christ and 4-6 talks about our CONDUCT – how we ought to live as the church. • 1-3 talks about ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16, John 17:11-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Path To Perfection: Mature Views Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Aug 5, 2025

What is one trial or temptation you are facing? What if you could have mature views of them that would help you better understand as well as navigate trials and temptations? We invite you to listen and learn how to be built by, instead of broken by, these circumstances!

(If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) The Path to Perfection: Mature views James 1:12-18 We continue our study in the letter from James. This series is titled The Path to Perfection. Perfection here is referring ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: *other

Leaders Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jan 18, 2017

Leadership is no small thing, it’s not to be entered into lightly. But to be a leader is to desire a noble thing. Paul describes he qualifications of Christian leaders.

Sermon from Rev George Hemmings Yesterday was a very important day for Australia. Yesterday, we exercised our power to elect a new government. Regardless of what you thought about the main candidates and parties, or their policies, voting is a great privilege and a big responsibility. We get to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-16

Denomination: Anglican

Tested By Your Partner's Doubt Lesson 10 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 22, 2017

When God came for a visit

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Abraham believed God’s promise of a son. “Abraham fell to his face and laughed” (17:17). 2. Sarah doubted God’s promise. “Sarah laughed . . . shall I have pleasure my lord (Abraham) being old also?” (18:12). 3. Five categories of doubt (note progression). Weak faith, a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Signs Of Life: Hill Blocks View Series

Contributed by David Simpson on Sep 1, 2016

There are road signs everywhere we go. This sermon ties in a spiritual meaning with a subdivision road sign. Sometimes an obstacle, or hill, blocks a clear view of God's work in our lives.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church August 28, 2016 David Simpson Sermon Series: Signs of Life Sign: HILL BLOCKS VIEW 2 Corinthians 4:4; Psalm 40:12; 2 KINGS 6:17 I noticed a yield sign this past week and thought of a classic hymn: “Yield Not to Temptation.” So, I decided, for the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:4

Denomination: Christian Church

What Happens When A Christian Gets Discouraged

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016

Discouragement is one of Satan's big weapons. Some of the greatest men of the Bible were defeated because of it.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A CHRISTIAN GETS DISCOURAGED NUMBERS 21:4 GALATIANS. 6:9 INTRODUCTION: Discouragement is one of Satan's big weapons. Some of the greatest men of the Bible were defeated because of it. Some time ago I heard a story about Satan's garage sale. On display were many large, shiny, ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4

Denomination: Baptist

The Lovesick Church Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019

The one verse before us speaks volumes of what the church at Corinth was like. These problems spring from one common cause – a lack of love!

THE LOVESICK CHURCH II CORINTHIANS 12:20 INTRODUCTION: Reihold Niebuhr once compared the church to Noah’s Ark. He said, “If it wasn’t for the storm on the outside one could not stand the stink on the inside.” The one verse before us speaks volumes of what the church at Corinth was like. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:20

Denomination: Baptist

You've Been Here Too Long PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to break free from stagnation and move forward in faith and obedience to God's Word, despite life's uncertainties and challenges.

Greetings, beloved in Christ. I sense a familiar warmth in this gathering today, a warmth that radiates from hearts united in faith, eager to embrace the word of God. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here to share in the goodness of the Lord and to feast upon His Word. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 2:1-7

Topics: Stagnation, Lack Of Change

6 Extend Your Vision - Include The Whole World!

Contributed by Jerald Scott on Aug 7, 2024

Is your understanding of God's plans too limited?

Maximum Impact # 6 “Live for maximum impact! Make a difference!” is what the Lord has been saying to me this month! In this series of messages, we have considered the new identity that God offers to each of us in Christ, about the reality of God’s Presence all around in daily life. We ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Unexpected Hero Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 3, 2025

We are in dire need of integrity in our society, and it begins and ends with Jesus Christ and the foundation of Scripture.

Paul the Ringleader Text: Acts 24:1-9 Introduction 1. “Integrity, the choice between what is convenient and what is right” (Tony Dungy). 2. “Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching” (C.S. Lewis). 3. “People with integrity walk safely, but those who follow crooked paths will ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

L’s That Lead To Lack Or Poverty

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 17, 2015

L’s That Lead to Lack or Poverty

L’s That Lead to Lack or Poverty Laziness Proverbs 14:23 - In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury. ( lack ) Proverbs 6:6 - Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise: Proverbs 20:4 - The sluggard will not plow by reason of the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:14-15

Denomination: Foursquare