Sermons on Numerical Growth:

Get Ready, It’s Here

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 2, 2010

Hear the setting, Barren... have not borne...have not labored... desolate. This was written as Israel was in her exile. Israel had been destitute, (disgraced as a woman without children.) However, the prophet calls for singing because the Lord had promise

This is dedicated to all of us who are seniors, to all of you who know seniors, and to all of you who will become seniors. It pays to be able to laugh about it when you are! "WHERE is my SUNDAY paper?!" The irate customer calling the newspaper office loudly demanded to know where her Sunday ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Qualities Of Maturity As A Follower Of Christ Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 6, 2011

LAST WEEK, AS WE LOOKED TOGETHER AT HOSEA 10, WE DEVELOPED THE THOUGHT OF DEALING WITH HARDHEARTEDNESS IN OUR LIVES. TODAY, I WOULD LIKE US TO GO BEYOND THIS INTO THE NEXT STEP IN WHAT SHOULD BE OUR PROGRESSIVE CHRIST-LIKENESS. THE AREA WE WILL BE LOOKI

QUALITIES OF MATURITY AS A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST HOSEA 11:1-7 Hosea 11:1-7 "When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt I called my son. 2 But the more I called Israel, the further they went from me. They sacrificed to the Baals and they burned incense to images. 3 It was I who taught ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 11:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Oh, Grow Up!

Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 1, 2009

This message focuses on Paul’s statement that we are to "no longer be children" and what that implies for the believer.

I don’t wanna grow up, I’m a Toys R Us kid; there’s a million toys at Toys R Us that I can play with! From bikes to trains to video games it’s the biggest toy store there is! I don’t wanna grow up, ‘cause baby if I did, I wouldn’t be a Toys R Us kid. I’m not exactly sure how I still ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 5 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 15, 2010

Up to this point in the text James has been sharing issues regarding how we are to respond to trials and temptations. With trials, we are to embrace them as being from God and for our benefit. With temptations, they are the opposite, not from God and da

DETAILING OUR LIVES FOR JESUS JAMES 1:21-27 INTRODUCTION: Up to this point in the text James has been sharing issues regarding how we are to respond to trials and temptations. With trials, we are to embrace them as being from God and for our benefit. With temptations, they are the opposite, not ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-27

Denomination: Baptist

Growing 3 Ways

Contributed by Arthur Coffman on Mar 2, 2009

Church growth happens when members grow 3 ways

Introduction: Growth is normal and Expected - Colossians 2:7 Illust: Ruth Bell Graham was asked what she would like on her gravestone. She replied that she saw a sign on the road when they were repaving a road that read "End of Construction: Thank you for your patience" 1. Growing Out ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Maturing Through The Messiah

Contributed by Mark Elkins on Jul 7, 2010

Learning to grow in Jesus

Sermon in the sack- watermelon seed. It is a favorite summertime food. It can be eaten raw, as a drink, grilled, and many other ways. One vine can produce up to 100. It comes in red or yellow, and in many shapes and sizes. Faith the size of this seed will move mountains. God wants to do mighty ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Lesson In Divine Providence Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jul 13, 2010

The early church was on fire for God, but it did have its share of problems and opposition. It was how they handled those problems that made them attractive to a lost and dying world.

A Lesson in Divine Providence Acts 5:12-42 Introduction There was never a dull moment around First Church of Jerusalem! Pentecost came in a blaze of glory. Healings occurred around the city. There were lessons on hypocrisy. The wave of power was building within the Church to a great ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: Baptist

Basic Construction Series

Contributed by Christopher Lanham on Jul 19, 2010

Laying the right foundation is essential for the church to spread the Gospel and grow.

Basic Construction 1 Corinthians 3:1-17 Cascades Fellowship CRC, JX MI November 2, 2008 Series: The Church in Crisis I don’t want to mention any names here this morning – partly because I don’t know many of them. But there are a few names I know, so I will speak in generalities. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Heart Like His Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 13, 2010

God's desire is for us to be conformed to His Son. This is our goal in life. Transformation takes place when we CHOOSE it and when we COOPERATE with God for it. It is intentional and spiritual.

[Some thoughts adapted from Max Lucado's book 'Just Like Jesus'.] Makeovers are the IN thing today. People from all walks of life are trying to look better. • There is a reality TV programme called “Extreme Makeover” that shows ordinary men and women undergoing ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Goal Of This Journey

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 19, 2010

Our goal in life should be to follow Christ.

Intro. Sometimes as we get into the middle of the Summer, we get distracted. We lose sight of our true purpose, our Goal. We are to be consumed with Christ! Christ and His ways are the goal. It is great that God provides for us, it is wonderful that God has given us our families, our church, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Growing As A Christian

Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 7, 2014

Are you a Christian? Have you received his salvation Will you persevere And are you convinced that you need the word of God in your life

The secret club’s of life • Little Raskels “He man women haters club • Adult Clubs – Masons • These clubs just wont let you in on what is happening inside It seems like in life churches tend to do this also • We don’t let the outside world know the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian Church

Unexpected Stop Series

Contributed by Kirby Lloyd on Dec 13, 2016

This destination leaves us wondering what in the world just happened…there is often a crisis that seems to put into a spiritual tailspin

Series: Destinations on the Journey of Faith Unexpected Stop Matthew 26:69–75 Intro: Leaving for a trip getting only a few miles and having a blowout… This destination leaves us wondering what in the world just happened…there is often a crisis that seems to put into a spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:69-75

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"God’s Command To ‘increase!’”

Contributed by John Gaston on May 24, 2017

This is a study of God’s command for us to “INCREASE” and then an examination of the 5 principles the Bible gives us concerning spiritual growth.

“GOD’S COMMAND TO ‘INCREASE!’” INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: BACKSEAT DRIVERS 1. It was a beautiful summer's day and Benny decided to take his wife Sheila and his mother Freda for a ride around Huntsville. Freda and Sheila got into the back seat of his car and buckled up. 2. Then, almost as soon as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What The Church Needs Now…(A Holy Hunger)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 5, 2026

Introduction: I am sure you have heard someone say or perhaps you have said this at some time, “I AM HUNGRY or I HAVE HUNGRY PANGS!”

We’ve all had the familiar feeling of rumbling in our belly when we’re hungry. It’s a clear sign from our stomach to our brain saying: Time for some grub! This discomfort that you feel close to lunchtime is called hunger pangs. Why do these hungry pangs actually happen? It is a part of our ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-17

Denomination: Baptist

From Bottles Of Formula To Formulated For Battles

Contributed by Thomas Gaskill on Aug 15, 2011

We are expected to progress in spiritual growth just as a person is expected to progress in natural growth.

From Bottles of Formula to Formulated Battles: The Progress of Spiritual Growth Where Are You At on the Spiritual Growth Chart? Sermon by Thomas A. Gaskill August 14, 2011 Scripture Text: Hebrews 5:11-6:3 NIV (11) We have much to say about this, but it is hard to explain because you are slow to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist