Sermons on Matured Christians:

Defending The Faith Sermon Ii: Christians Rest Their Case On The Sovereignty Of God Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on May 6, 2020

In times when the Christian Faith is attacked relentlessly by unbelievers and scoffers, mature Christians point to God's Works and Words to affirm God's Sovereignty, and to confirm our trust in Him as Lord of all.

IN TIMES LIKE THESE --- CHRISTIANS REST THEIR CASE ON THE SOVEREIGNTY OF GOD Sydney Lanier, famous Georgia poet who spent much of his time in the coastal area, penned a poem, “The Marshes of Glynn”, in which he opined, “As the marsh-hen quietly builds on the watery sod, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-6, Psalm 111:7-10

The Visible Evidence Of Christian Maturity: The Production Of Spiritual Fruit

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 3, 2022

John 15 presents the themes of fruit-bearing, or the visible evidence of true faith and obedience Jesus demands of those who follow Him (Matthew 10:34-39, Luke 14:25-33). Fruit-bearing Christians, or those who do the work of the LORD, will be blessed by Him and hated by the world.

The German pastor and martyr Dietrich Bonhoeffer (1906-1945), in his book, "The Cost of Discipleship" opened the first chapter with these words; " When a man comes to Christ, He bids him come and die." Bonhoeffer lived by his own words as he lingered in a concentration camp, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8, Genesis 49:22, Isaiah 5:1-7, Matthew 3:8, Romans 7:4, Colossians 1:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Sin And The Christian Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 30, 2008

In this text we notice that even Christians still struggle with sin.

Scripture Billy Sunday was a well-known evangelist at the start of the 20th century. In preparation for a series of evangelistic services in a large city, Sunday wrote a letter to the Mayor of that city in which he asked for the names of individuals whom the Mayor knew had spiritual problems and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 9 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 15, 2010

One of the most interesting things about the book of James is that it is one of the earliest epistles written to believers. ... Now in Chapter three, we see James is discussing wisdom and understanding, and once again, he makes the conclusion that just l

THE ACTIVITY OF WISDOM JAMES 3:13-18 INTRODUCTION: One of the most interesting things about the book of James is that it is one of the earliest epistles written to believers. As such, what we have is the most basic and foundational principles on a variety of issues. A couple of weeks ago, we ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Carnal Man PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 12, 2024

Encourages Christians to reflect on their spiritual growth, overcome hindrances, and strive for maturity in likeness to Jesus.

Ladies and gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, I stand before you today with a message that is as timeless as the faith we share, as profound as the love our Savior has for us, and as vital as the spiritual breath we draw each day. It is a message that resonates with the heartbeat of our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-5

Topics: Christians, Spiritual Infancy

"Is God Bigger Than We Think?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 8, 2015

A sermon about inclusion.

"Is God Bigger than We Think?" Acts 10:1-48 When C.S. Lewis was only about 6 or 7 years old he announced to his father: "Daddy, I have a prejudice against the French." "Why?" asked his dad. "If I knew that," replied Lewis, "it wouldn't be a prejudice." He was right, you know. The point ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: United Methodist

And So Much The More

Contributed by Patrick Ziegler on Jun 26, 2005

Three steps to becoming a mature Christian. Three steps we should do...and so much the more as we see the day approaching.

And So Much The More Hebrews 10:19-25 June 26, 2005 AM Subject: Christian Walk Central Theme: What are the steps we should take as Christians? Objective: Every person can become a Christian by taking three steps. Introduction: I am excited today. This is the day that the LORD hath made. That was ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: *other

Beyond A Comfortable Faith Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 26, 2007

Mature Christian faith moves beyond a Santa Claus God, who lives to serve us, to a God who calls us to discipleship and faith.

Luke 4:21-30 “Beyond a Comfortable Faith” INTRODUCTION After the State of the Union address by President Bush, the pollsters were out trying to get his job approval rating. The latest figures are in and now only 28% approve of the way President Bush is doing his job. Bush low approval rating ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Lutheran

3. The Finished Product Series

Contributed by Jordan Satterfield on Jan 25, 2013

The Master Craftsman does GOOD WORK. His purpose is to make us Christ-like people. Holy and mature Christians despite our humanity.

FROM START TO FINISH PHILIPPIANS 1:6 3. THE FINISHED PRODUCT Introduction: Philippians 1:6 (NIV) Being confident of this, that HE who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. In the Gospel of Mark, we read in the 7th chapter of a handicapped man who ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Holiness

Spread The Word Despite The Odds Sermon Vi: Boldness Epitomized By Stephen Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 15, 2020

In anti-Christian environments, mature Christians must be willing to remain steadfast in their beliefs about God and His Son Jesus Christ, and be bold in speaking the truth in love with compassion.

SPREADING THE WORD DESPITE THE ODDS - FIVE NEW TESTAMENT WITNESSES STEPHEN EPITOMIZED BOLDNESS . . . (Acts 6 and 7) After the little band of believers in Christ received power associated with the Holy Spirit, they began to speak ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15, Acts 7:51-60

God With Us Sermon Iv: Blessed Be God's Angels Who Announces The Birth Of Christ Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 12, 2020

In times of trouble fomented by anti-Christian and anarchist rulers of darkness, mature Christians experience the excitement of the announcement by God's Messengers of the birth of the Savior, Christ the Lord!

BLESSED BE THE LORD GOD OUR FATHER’S ANGELS WHO ANNOUNCED OUR SAVIOR’S BIRTH Among multiple tasks assigned to me in my ministry of Christian education, the making of announcements was not considered by me to be the least of them. One Sunday morning years ago, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

The Eagle-Like Christian

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Nov 12, 2018

Rev. John Henry Jowett paid a beautiful tribute to a deacon of his church. Though he was an old man, he called him “the youngest deacon in my church, always a child of the morning” and interested in every forward-looking work. He said: “I have never heard him speak about sunsets.

THE EAGLE-LIKE CHRISTIAN So that thy youth is renewed like the eagle’s (Ps. 103:5). Commenting on these words, “Thy youth is renewed like the eagle’s,” the late Rev. John Henry Jowett paid a beautiful tribute to a deacon of his church. Though he was an old man, he called him “the youngest ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:5

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Challenge Sermon X: Review Life's Greatest Discoveries Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 12, 2019

In times like these, mature Christians are challenged to trust God and "take life one day at a time", using God-given abilities to provide for needs and to help one another, but without disabling worry.

CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE SERMON X: TIME FOR CHRISTIANS TO REVIEW LIFE’S GREATEST DISCOVERIES Life Review is a technique used in geriatric counseling to help us regain a positive self-image and reestablish a sense of self-worth as we advance toward the goal of going home to be with the Lord. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

The Christian Journey PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023

Encourages shifting focus from material possessions to spiritual growth, trusting in God's provision, and resisting materialistic mindsets for spiritual maturity.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this time of shared reflection and fellowship. We are gathered together in the presence of our Lord, bound by our common faith and the love that He has so generously bestowed upon us. We find ourselves in a world that often seems to value the material over the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25

Topics: Strength, Lord

The Four Dimensions Of Christianity

Contributed by Larry Moore on Dec 31, 2004

A Lesson about the four steps a believer must take to mature in Christ.

The Four Dimensions of Christianity Text: James 1:22-24 22 But be ye doers of the word and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. 23 For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass: 24 for he behold himself, and goeth his way, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible