Sermons on Rational Development:

Developing A Root System PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Develop a strong spiritual root system in God's love and purposes to endure life's challenges and remain steadfast in faith.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters. Today, we're going to be talking about roots. Not the ones in our gardens, but the spiritual roots that ground us in our faith. As Henri J.M. Nouwen once wrote, "Those who are deeply rooted in the love of God can enjoy human praise without being attached to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:13

Topics: Spiritual Roots, Stand

Developing A Lifestyle Of Gratitude PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023

Encourage us to live a life of gratitude, constantly praising God, proclaiming His deeds, and seeking His strength.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into Psalm 105:1-5 and explore the beauty of giving thanks to God for His character, expressing gratitude for His unwavering faithfulness, and living a life of gratitude. As Rick Warren once said, "In happy moments, PRAISE GOD. In ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:1-5

Topics: Thanking God, Who He Is

Developing Intimacy With God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 3, 2025

Developing intimacy with God is the highest pursuit of the Christian life. It requires intentionality, consistency, and a deep hunger for His presence.

DEVELOPING INTIMACY WITH GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 4:8 “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.” Supporting Texts: Psalm 63:1 Jeremiah 29:13 Psalm 27:4 John 15:4-5 Philippians 3:10 Matthew ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8, Psalm 63:1, Jeremiah 29:13, Psalm 27:4, John 15:4-5, Philippians 3:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Developing Spiritual Discipline

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 17, 2025

Spiritual discipline is the intentional practice of aligning one's life with God's will through consistent devotion, self-control, and commitment to growth.

DEVELOPING SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 4:7-8, Hebrews 12:11, Matthew 6:6, Luke 9:23, Romans 12:1-2 INTRODUCTION: Spiritual discipline is the intentional practice of aligning one's life with God's will through ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Developing Christian Character Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 21, 2025

Christian character is not developed in a day but through a daily walk with God. It requires commitment, surrender, obedience, and patience.

DEVELOPING CHRISTIAN CHARACTER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 5:22-23 Supporting Texts: Romans 5:3-5, 2 Peter 1:5-8, Colossians 3:12-14, Philippians 2:5, Titus 2:7-8 INTRODUCTION: Christian character is the visible expression of Christ in the life of a believer. It is the sum total ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon On Cognitive Development

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 27, 2025

Cognitive development is regarded as an integral factor of life, primarily referring to the growth of a child's ability to think, reason, and understand.

Morihei Ueshiba, a Japanese martial artist once remarked: “Study how water flows in a valley stream, smoothly and freely between the rocks. Also learn from holy books and wise people. Everything - even mountains, rivers, plants and trees - should be your teacher.” Isaiah 1:18 reminds us: “Come now, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7, 2 Peter 3:18, Proverbs 18:15, Hosea 4:6

Developing Vision For Life

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jan 5, 2026

A Holy Spirit-inspired vision generates its own energy and energizes people’s hearts, minds, and bodies in a positive direction. Some have likened vision to a match that sets people’s hearts ablaze, moving them to action. We’ll explore how to develop such a vision for our lives.

“Developing Vision for Life” Proverbs 23:7 Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtNhdMAPtWw As human beings, we all possess an incredible imagination. Here’s a fact I didn’t know. Our eyes take in four (4) million bytes of information every second, and the moment we see ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Matthew 6:22-23, Matthew 9:17, Proverbs 23:7, Proverbs 29:18, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Finishing The Race

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 1, 2022

From the time we come to know the Lord, we are running the spiritual marathon He has marked out for us. Our concern is both to run the race well and to develop the next generation of runners.

Finishing the Race (2 Timothy 4:1-8) [Note: this was Pastor Ed Vasicek's retirement sermon after 43.5 years in continuous full time ministry and 39 years at Highland Park Church in Kokomo, IN) 1. People can justify just about anything, if they are quick enough. Today I have two ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Manifestation Of Glory Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 9, 2022

The rejection of God’s Manifestation of Glory is seen through 1) Humanity’s Rationalization (Romans 1:22), and 2) Humanity’s Religion (Romans 1:23).

Romans 1:22–23. 22 Claiming to be wise, they became fools, 23 and exchanged the glory of the immortal God for images resembling mortal man and birds and animals and creeping things. (ESV) For over a century, Eerdmans has been an important institution within the broader evangelical movement, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:22-23

Denomination: Other

Developing A Faith That Really Works! Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 26, 2005

To help you determine the authenticity of your faith, James gives two spiritual litmus tests in James 2:14-26. James gives two very practical and challenging marks of genuine faith.

Scripture In research done by Darley and Batson at Princeton Theological Seminary in 1973, a group of theology students was told that they were to go across campus to deliver a sermon on the topic of the Good Samaritan. As part of the research, some of these students were told that they were late ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Romans 3:1-8 Series

Contributed by George Mclaughlin Jr. on Feb 7, 2010

Man's reasoning and God's don't match up very well. Sinners, even very religious sinners, easily find fault with God, in how He deals with sin and righteousness. Our only hope for "making sense of it all" is to BELIEVE and accept EVERYTHING He says, rathe

Intro. I. God's faithfulness doesn't depend upon our own, 1-4. A. Stated in v. 3. B. Applied in v. 4. 1. If God says something, that's it! He'll do it! TS. Thinking of the Jews: 2.Even if you are somehow involved in His promises, you cannot thwart Him! 4 - Examples: a. God's purpose for the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Responsiblity Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 8, 2014

Because the Christian is unsupervised, irresponsibility is a great possibility. Jesus tells us this parable so we will be encouraged to faithfulness & warned against unfaithfulness.

LUKE 12: 41-48. [PARABLES IN LUKE] RESPONSIBLITY / RESPONSIBLE SERVANTS [John 21:15-17; 1 Peter 5:2-3] Last week we learn that Jesus’ disciples are to be alert, expecting His return. Not only are we to be watching and waiting for Jesus, we are to be working for Jesus. So here Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:41-48

Denomination: Baptist

Two Kinds Of Love

Contributed by George Warner on Sep 17, 2025

Jesus Christ was an Open Rebuker

The Bible says that charity rejoices not in iniquity but rejoices in truth (1 Corinthians 13:6). Today's open borders & uncontrolled migration fanatics don't seem to know the difference between rational love and irrational love. An example of rational love is this : An atheist sinner ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:6, Proverbs 27:5

Checking Your Gear Series

Contributed by Aaron Dickinson on Oct 7, 2015

As Jesus began the Sermon on the Mount, he looked at his disciples and began teaching them about core values that would be necessary for the journey

Climbing Higher: “Checking Your Gear” Matthew 5:3-12 Ten Essentials for a Safe and Pleasant Hike • Eat a good breakfast. • Tell someone where you're going. • Get a weather report. • Bring a compass, a map, and a guidebook. • Bring a light source. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

I Am A Eagle Saint

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Oct 9, 2021

Moving to higher heights in the Lord

Intro: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. In my studies on this week I thought about how so many of us has moved without the consent of God or without waiting ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Baptist