Sermons on Show Maturity:

Mary Remembers But Cannot Renew Mind

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 14, 2015

To show that even the mother of JESUS in the flesh is not a doer of the WORD.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you keep and do GOD's WORDS? Yes. Do what you know from the WORD. But first priority is know the WORD so you can apply it. James 1:22 James 1:22 But be doers of the Word [obey the message], and not merely listeners to it, betraying yourselves [into deception by reasoning ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spread The Word Despite The Odds Sermon Ii: Love Found A Way Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 14, 2020

Despite multiple attacks against Christianity today, mature Christians choose to follow the New Testament model of giving and sharing as practiced by first century disciples of Christ.

LOVE FOUND A WAY TO REDEEM OUR SOULS, MAKE US WHOLE, BIND US TOGETHER My doctor reminded me that it’s about time for me to undergo my wellness checkup. At our age and stage in life, it’s a good idea to do this on a regular basis, is it not, in keeping with the axiom, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Light Vs. Dark

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 11, 2021

We are encourage to live in the light of Christ.

Light Vs. Dark John 3: 14 - 21 Intro: 2 gentlemen were seated next to each other on a plane. One turned to the other, “What do you do?” He answered, “I’m a pastor.” “Oh,” said the 1st man. “I don’t believe in that religious stuff. It’s for kids you know, ‘Jesus love me this I know, for the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Forgiveness Factor

Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Jul 4, 2007

The ingredient that separates the men from the boys, and the girls from the women, the mature from the immature spiritually is the ability to have a heart of forgiveness for those that have wronged you...

"THE FORGIVENESS FACTOR" Text: 1 Sam. 24:1-15 What ingredient is it that makes a man or woman great in the sight of God? Is it their ability to pay back every act of unkindness or offense against them through vengeance? Is it their ability to do all they can to expose and damage the character ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

They Were Looking For Him

Contributed by Ronald Fair on Mar 29, 2001

Rev. Fair shows us how others looked for Him showing us how to look for Him

THEY WERE LOOKING FOR HIM Text: Luke 2:21 HIS NAME WAS CALLED JESUS MARY AND JOSEPH: They went to Bethlehem to be taxed. Mary brought forth a promised child called Jesus. There was no room for him in the inn, so he was born in a manager. SHEPHERD: They were instructed by the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21

Denomination: Methodist

Loving Your Enemies Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 3, 2009

The Lord wanrts to show us that if we are going to love our enemies, it will not be by retalliation, but by showing them Jesus.

Loving your Enemies Matthew 5:43-48 Luke 6:27-36 Disclaimer: Information was gathered from Sermon Central and personal devotion for this sermon. Introduction- This morning here’s what I want to see happen. Here’s what ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Nazarene

Examples Of Faith / Hebrews 11:29 – 12:2

Contributed by Emma Hodge on Aug 14, 2016

Who shows us their faith & do we show our faith to them, with detailed look at Rahab.

Last week we looked at the "Meaning of Faith" and this week's theme is related as it is "Examples of Faith” and I want to start by asking you a question, Who has shown you their faith in their lives? While faith can be classed as a personal characteristic it affects everything which we ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Psalm 19 - The Glory Of God In Creation And In His Word Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on May 13, 2016

Psalm 19 shows us how powerful that creation is but it also shows the Word is supremely more glorious.

THE GLORY OF GOD IN CREATION AND IN HIS WORD TEXT: Psalm 19:1-14 Psalms 19:1-14 (KJV) To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. [2] Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge. [3] There ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Generation Of Vipers

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 17, 2016

To show that GOD meant to show us as believers what evil generation this is, and it starts from their mouth.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you guarding your heart? Yes. While unbelievers are guarding their mouth. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD meant to show us as believers what evil generation this is, and it starts from their mouth. IV. TEXT: Matthew 12:34 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:34

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Walking Dead Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Mar 12, 2018

A message showing how all those who are not born again are the walking dead (referencing the TV show)

The Walking Dead CCCAG March 11th, 2018 Scripture- John 3:1-8 Some of you might be wondering about the title of the message this morning. Let me explain a little. As I was preparing this week I had hundreds of thoughts about how to handle the third chapter of the Gospel of John being that is, in ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Degrees Of Sin And Punishment

Contributed by David Goering on Aug 8, 2018

To show from the scripture that there are degrees of sin and Punishment, and to show the Christ made full payment for all sin.

SCRIPTURE: John 19:11 "...he that delivered me unto thee hath the greater sin." Luke 12:47-48 "And that servant, which knew his lord's will, and prepared not himself, neither did according to his will, shall be beaten with many stripes. But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, ...read more

Leading Under Fire Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 5, 2011

If we want to be effective leaders under fire, then we must be spiritually mature shepherds and overseers, who serve as willing, eager examples for others to follow.

Stuart Briscoe, in his book Everyday Discipleship for Ordinary People, tells the story about a fellow pastor who was officiating at the funeral of a war veteran. The dead man's military friends wanted to have a part in the service at the funeral home, so they requested that the pastor lead them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Foundational Truth 9 (Wk.10) Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Mar 2, 2009

A look at the foundational truths of the Christian faith which must be wholly understood before believers can move on to maturity in Christ. This one is part 2 of "eternal judgment"

Dakota Community Church January 18, 2009 Foundational Truth 9 (Week 10) Hebrews 5:11-14 We have much to say about this, but it is hard to explain because you are slow to learn. In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you the elementary truths of God’s ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

Experience The Spirit In The Word Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 25, 2011

Our first step toward spiritual maturity and to experiencing the Spirit starts with the Bible. It is the one resource breathed to life by God and then placed into our hands by God to follow.

Series: Experience the Spirit Theme: The Body of Christ needs to learn to experience the Spirit in their everyday lives so that they grow spiritually. We can learn to experience true spirituality as we see the Spirit at work in our daily lives and activities. As we learn to recognize the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hearing The Voice Of God Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 14, 2007

Shows what it takes to hear (and not hear) the voice of God.

Title: Hearing the voice of God Theme: Text: 1 Samuel 3:1-15 John 10:1 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that entereth not by the door into the sheepfold, but climbeth up some other way, the same is a thief and a robber. 2 But he that entereth in by the door is the shepherd of the sheep. 3 To ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-15

Denomination: Church Of God