Sermons on Mature Christians:

Spiritual Transformation

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Mar 7, 2010

A sermon examining the transformation that occurs in the life of a Christian.

SPIRITUAL TRANSFORMATION Philemon 1:10-17 (Antioch Baptist Church: Sunday June 8th, 2025) Most everyone knows the classic hymn “Amazing Grace”. However, few know of the amazing transformation that God wrought in the life of its author. John Newton was a central figure in the “English ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Knocking Off Rough Edges Series

Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009

Sometimes as Christians we have rough edges that Jesus needs to knock off us including unbelief, pride, competition, judgmentalism and self interest

“Knocking off rough edges – Luke 9:37-62” Gladstone Baptist Church – 12/3/06 am S1 - Most people think that we are pretty good Christians and that Jesus is lucky to have us on his side. The disciples thought this also There was once a man named Tom who was promoted to vice president of his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:37-62

Denomination: Baptist

Always Evaluate Your Spirtual Growth Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 11, 2013

Until Jesus returns, the Christian must continue to grow in faith.

We continue to learn from the First Letter to the Thessalonians; please open your Bibles there… What have we noted so far? In Chapter 1 we noted what the right motives are for the Christian life! In Chapter 2 we noted 2 things, how to effectively share the Gospel and the importance of being ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Don’t Be A Passive Christian

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 3, 2025

A passive Christian is one who is indifferent to spiritual matters, easily swayed by worldly distractions, and hesitant to take a bold stand for righteousness.

DON’T BE A PASSIVE CHRISTIAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:15-16 Supporting Texts: James 1:22-25, Matthew 5:14-16, 2 Timothy 1:6-7, Ephesians 6:10-11 INTRODUCTION: Many believers today fall into the trap of passivity, where they claim to follow Christ but lack the zeal and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Habits Of Growing Believers

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010

Jesus wants us to grow, to progress in our Christian life so we become spiritually mature and good examples. Unlike in the physical world, growth is inevitable as time goes by. In the spiritual world, the passing of time does not guarantee growth. God hel

Intro: Living creatures grow – whether they be plants, animals or humans, growth is a normal part of existence. Jesus wants us to grow, to progress in our Christian life so we become spiritually mature and good examples. Unlike in the physical world, growth is inevitable as time goes by. In the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: *other

Are You Ready For Solid Food?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 18, 2011

Sermon for the 6th Sunday after Epiphany

1 Corinthians 3: 1 – 9 / Are You Ready For Solid Food? Intro: A group of tourists had stopped to visit in a rather picturesque village. They happened across an elderly man who was sitting on a bench in the town square. One of the tourists asked, “Were any great men born ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Grow As A Christian

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jun 3, 2007

Four necessary steps to Grow Spiritually

“How to Grow Spiritually” June 3, 2007 The new couple in church went down to the second row and found a good seat to enjoy the sermon when old Mrs. Smith, who was a charter member of the church, in a demanding tone, said, “EXCUSE me! You are sitting in MY seat! You’ll just have to ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

The Samaritan Woman At Jacob's Well Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001

Picture # 4 in the series: The 14 Candid Snapshots of the Maturing Christian as found in the Gospel of John. The Samaritan woman at Jacob’s Well is a picture of a rational sinner who can come to Christ. A skid row prostitute can become a child of God.

Picture # 4: The Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well is a picture of a rational sinner who can come to Christ as a new creation.(John 4:1-42). In this picture, we’re going to see that a skid row prostitute drug abuser can become a child of God, and then immediately become an evangelistic witness for ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

Graduation Day!

Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 22, 2008

A sermon for graduates, but applicable to all believers!

Sermon Brief Date Written: May 22, 2008 Date Preached: May 18, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Graduation Day Sermon Title: Graduation Day – A Time to Move Forward! Sermon Text: John 21:15-19 15 So when they had eaten breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Christianity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the importance of abiding in Christ, the fruit that comes from this connection, and the cost of true discipleship.

Good morning, Church! Today, we're going to dive deep into a profound passage that teaches us about the importance of abiding in Christ, the fruit that comes from this connection, and the cost of true discipleship. It's a passage that's rich, deep and full of spiritual nourishment. But before we ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-6

Topics: Lifestyle, Acting

Truth Be Told

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 23, 2023

You can speak the truth without love and it is still truth though offensive, but love without truth is deceit, not love.

Ephesians 4:15 But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ: Truth must be spoken and it must be in love though at times delivering loving truth may be harsh or seem harsh to the hearer. Paul wrote this passage by inspiration of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Baptist

Toward Spiritual Maturity - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Oct 31, 2008

Sermon 8 in Hebrews Series

Toward Spiritual Maturity Part 2 Hebrews 6:4-20 Slide Last week we began talking about moving toward Spiritual Maturity. We talked about the warning signs of Arrested Spiritual Development. Ears that Don’t Hear the Word Mouths that Don’t Speak the Word Stomachs that Don’t digest the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:4-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Marks Of Maturity-How To Grow Spiritually

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Oct 22, 2011

Paul understood that God had a plan for him and that even though he had his own desires, he should make plans in accord Gods plan, and sometimes this meant that he would need to be flexible in his own plans.

. . . that is, that you and I may be mutually encouraged by each other's faith. I do not want you to be unaware, brothers, that I planned many times to come to you (but have been prevented from doing so until now) in order that I might have a harvest among you, just as I have had among the other ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:12-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Road To Maturity Is A Road Marked With Suffering Series

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Jun 28, 2011

As much as we might like to believe otherwise, the road to maturity is a road marked with suffering. We all pass through its stations and we cannot do so without being affected.

INTRO THE ROAD TO MATURITY. So far in this series we have looked at: * Focusing on our identity as children of the Father (Micah 6) [What does the Lord require?] * Taking care of ourselves so that we are in a place where we can hear God building us up (1 Kings 19) * Today we are going to ask ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Toward Spiritual Maturity - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Oct 31, 2008

Sermon 7 in Hebrews Series

Toward Spiritual Maturity Part 1 Hebrews 5:11-6:3 Warning Signs of Arrested Development Ears that Don’t Hear the Word (5:11) Mouths that Don’t Speak the Word (5:12) Stomachs that Don’t Digest the Word (5:12b-14) What is Milk? The basics of Salvation The basics of the Church The basics of End ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational