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  • John Lowe avatar

    Jesus Blesses Children; Raises Objections Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 6, 2017
     | 14,081 views

    It was customary in Jesus’ day for children to be brought to rabbis and elders for their blessing, and on this occasion some brought young children for Jesus to touch and bless. The disciples appeared to be rude and inconsiderate, especially in . . . .

    Perea Jesus Blesses Children; Raises Objections (Ps. 131:12) Matthew 19:13-15, Mark 10:13-16, Luke 18:15-17 13 Then were there brought unto him little children, that he should put his hands on them, and pray: and the disciples rebuked them. It was customary in Jesus’ day for children to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Almost Perfect Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 8, 2002
    based on 106 ratings
     | 26,012 views

    Perfection is often thought of as being sinless. But there is more to the Biblical ideal of "perfection" than that. Opening illustration is humorous and informative.

    OPEN: This morning I’m going to give you a quiz, and I don’t want you to think real hard about your answers. I just want you to answer as you feel you should. Question #1: How many of you believe you are perfect? Question #2: How many of you believe it is possible for someone WHO IS STILL LIVING to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Built Up In The Fullness Of Jesus Christ Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 4, 2024
     | 1,016 views

    Speaking the truth in love we’re to grow up into Him who is the head, to reach the stature of the fullness of Jesus Christ. In other words, come into a place of maturity that is marked by spiritual fullness in Jesus Christ.

    "In March of 1981, President Reagan was shot by John Hinckley, Jr., and was hospitalized for several weeks. Although Reagan was the nation's chief executive, his hospitalization had little impact on the nation's activity. Government continued on. On the other hand, suppose the garbage ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    It's Always Something

    Contributed by William Mouser on Feb 25, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,503 views

    Trials and testings are standard fare for growing, mature Christians. This sermon exhorts to perseverance and rejoicing in trials and tests.

    First Sunday in Lent 2005 Ecclesiasticus 2:1-23; 2 Cor. 6:1-10, Matt. 4:1-11 Those of us who are old enough will remember a character created by the late Gilda Radner when she was a regular comedienne on the television show Saturday Night Live. Among her many comic personalities was one ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Mike Hays avatar

    Will You Grow Up!

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Jan 27, 2001
    based on 98 ratings
     | 7,666 views

    God desires for us to grow and mature in our faith, but we are slow to learn and reluctant to press on.

    "Will You Grow Up?" Hebrews 5:11-14 Our teenage and early adult years are often characterized by decisions that reveal our inexperience, lack of maturity, and desire for what we want and when we want it. Oftentimes people will describe these years as mostly marked by a lack of responsibility ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mike Wilkins avatar

    Formative Service Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Apr 8, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,961 views

    Our faith is demonstrated by our service to others, and it one of the ways God forms us into mature Christians

    Habits that lead to Christian Maturity Formative Service In Lent we went through a series called “Habits That Lead to Christian Maturity”, we looked at formative reading, formative prayer, Formative Fellowship, and Formative Worship. We felt like we needed to stay with Worship for a while, so we ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Doing What You Want To Do

    Contributed by Shane Facemyer on Jan 30, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,276 views

    A Message given at New Years but can be done anytime you want to challenge people to spiritual maturity.

    Happy New Year Did anyone, besides me, eat too much? I’m glad to say, the house is beginning to get back to normal (whatever normal may be in our house, can I get an Amen?) Tuesday, the children will be getting back to their normal routines, as will we. My New Year’s Resolutions 1 - Drink ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Religion Vs Christian Love

    Contributed by Benny Horn on Oct 29, 2001
    based on 45 ratings
     | 6,240 views

    Religion produces babes in Christ and a carnal church, but christian love produces spiritual maturity and a strong church.

    "Religion vs Christian Love" Introduction: If I asked each one of you what you wish for this church, I feel sure that I would not get one single person who would wish anything bad to happen here. Yet, without even asking, I already know what "Old Satan" wishes for this or any other church. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Veteran Rookies

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 10, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 2,642 views

    We must grow from an immature disciple into a mature apostle by feeding on the meat of God’s Word.

    AS A NEW PARENT IT WAS AN INDESCRIBABLE JOY TO WITNESS OUR SON’S BIRTH. IT HAS ALSO STRENGTHENED MY FAITH WATCHING HIS PROGRESS FROM HIS WEEK-LONG STAY IN NEO-NATAL INTENSIVE CARE TO WHERE HE IS TODAY WITH LEARNING TO STAND UP, MAINTAIN HIS BALANCE, AND WALK. I AM AMAZED AT THE WONDERS OF HIS ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    It's Time To Grow! Series

    Contributed by George Bannister on Mar 1, 2003
    based on 47 ratings
     | 6,577 views

    This message is a part of a series on the book of Hebrews. It deals with some questions that demonstrate our level of spiritual maturity.

    TEXT: Hebrews 5:11-14 ETS; The apostle warns the Hebrew believers that they need to grow up in Christ. ESS: Believers ought to grow to the place where they can teach others who are less mature. OSS: Believers will commit to the task of growing spiritually. PQ: How can I tell if I am mature ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Sheane avatar

    Equipping In Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Sep 30, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 16,517 views

    God calls us to spiritual maturity. Spiritual growth is planned, a process, personal, practical and involves people.

    EQUIPPING IN DISCIPLESHIP Benjamin Franklin learned that crushed plaster sown in the fields would help make things grow. He told his neighbors this, but they did not believe him and they argued with him trying to prove that plaster could be of no use at all. After a little while he allowed the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Confronting Suffering

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jun 15, 2008
     | 2,554 views

    Maturely coming to grips with suffering requires moving from the "Why" level to a level of understanding the realities of suffering.

    CONFRONTING SUFFERING Text: 2 Cor. 12:7-10, And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "Growing In The Life Of Love" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 12, 2016
     | 12,661 views

    Spiritual maturity is tied directly to my learning to rely on God's love and relay God's love to others.

    Could we with ink the ocean fill And were the skies of parchment made; Were every stalk on earth a quill And every man a scribe by trade; To write the love of God above Would drain the ocean dry; Nor could the scroll contain the whole Though stretched from sky to sky. Truly the length and depth ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    Resolving Offenses

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 6, 2020
     | 3,269 views

    Quit running to another church to solve an offense. Be a mature Christian and do it God's way.

    Scripture Reading: I Cor 6:1-8, Matthew 18:15-17 I. PRIVATE DISCUSSION vs.15 A. Lowest level possible- thee and him alone (Compare word offend) great peace have they that love Thy law and nothing shall offend them'' Psalm 119:65- cause them to go astray forever or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    God's Tough Love

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 23, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,836 views

    If you want to grow to full maturity in life, respect God's discipline; don't reject it.

    A mechanic accidentally swallowed some brake fluid and really liked the taste. Before he knew it, he had finished off the whole bottle. One of his co-workers caught him sneaking a swig the next day. “Man, that stuff will kill you,” said his friend, “you've got to give it up.” “Don't worry,” the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free