Sermons on Spiritual Development:

Spiritual Maturity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

To understand the nature of spiritual maturity, develop a deeper relationship with God, and live out the fruit of the Spirit, as encapsulated in Paul's longing for Christ to be formed in believers.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. Today, we are diving deep into the heart of spiritual maturity. We are looking to understand its nature, how to develop a deeper relationship with God, and how to live out the fruit of the Spirit. In the words of A.W. Tozer, "The key to spiritual growth is not ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:19

Topics: Spirituality

Depots Of Development Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Apr 19, 2005

This sermon follows the progression of Acts 11:19-26 and identifies 10 things we should be aware of today. I used train illustrations with the 10 words.

There are 10 stops along the tracks. (I used train related illustrations for each of these words) 1. Dispersion – v. 19a – Sometimes life takes us in many different directions just as it did in the early Church. 2. Exclusion – v. 19b – Often we like the early Church miss the point that the gospel ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

"Developing Obedience"

Contributed by Matt Kyzer on Apr 11, 2003

One of the most important things that you will do as a Christian is relentlessly work on your Christian character. So this morning we are going to start our series off with one element that is crucial when we talk about developing character and that is “O

“Developing Obedience” Mark 1:9-11 Introduction: One of the most important things that you will do as a Christian is relentlessly work on your Christian character. The American College defines character as: the aggregate of qualities that distinguishes one person or thing from another. This is a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Developing Integrity

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 15, 2009

Integrity is to live a transparent life in the presence of God.

Integrity = moral soundness, honesty, freedom from corrupting influence or motive 1. Make a choice - Note the - “I will”will behave v.1 "I will sing" - Attitude v2. "I will behave" - Be, Being or Live -.2 "I will walk" - - Action - v.3 "I will set (regard) no wicked thing - Think - v. 4 "I will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 101:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Developing Relationships

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jul 11, 2013

The writer of Hebrews tells the Jewish people and us that we need to first build a relationship with Jesus then build relationships with each other through ministry, wirship and fellowship.

Developing Relationships Hebrews 10:19-25 Intro:I found a story about relationships this week that I want to share with you. 76-year-old Bill Baker of London recently wed Edna Harvey. She happened to be his granddaughter’s husband’s mother. That’s where the confusion began, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Training For God’s Champions

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 17, 2025

Spiritual champions must submit to rigorous spiritual training to stand victorious in life and ministry.

SPIRITUAL TRAINING FOR GOD’S CHAMPIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 2:3-5, Hebrews 5:14, 1 Timothy 4:7-8, Philippians 3:13-14 INTRODUCTION: Champions are not made in public arenas; they are made through private discipline. Just as athletes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spiritual Growth Through Humility

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 1, 2025

Humility is not weakness—it is strength under control. In a world that often rewards pride, self-promotion, and status, God calls His children to embrace the way of humility.

SPIRITUAL GROWTH THROUGH HUMILITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 2:5-8 Supporting Texts: James 4:6, 1 Peter 5:5-6, Matthew 23:12, Proverbs 22:4, Luke 14:11 INTRODUCTION: Humility is not weakness—it is strength under control. In a world that often rewards pride, self-promotion, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Equipping In The Local Church Series

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jul 13, 2013

God places individuals in local churches so that they can submit to their leaders and learn from them. Spiritual development seldom takes place outside the institution of the church.

Equipping In The Local Church God places individuals in local churches so that they can submit to their leaders and learn from them. Spiritual development seldom takes place outside the institution of the church. Becoming skilled in the things of God is not a destination, but a journey of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19-21

Denomination: Charismatic

Deepening Faith

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 10, 2009

." When we accept Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, we begin the lifelong process of spiritual growth called sanctification. The Holy Spirit works in us to become more like Jesus. God’ accepts us as we are but calls us to become like him. (based on outline

Deepening Faith Colossians 2:6-8, 2 Peter 3:18, Hebrews 6:1 Billy and Ruth Graham were driving through a long stretch of road construction and encountered numerous slowdowns, detours, and stops along the way. Finally they reached the end of the construction, and smooth pavement stretched out ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-8

Denomination: Methodist

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

Spiritual Neverland

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 13, 2003

Spiritual Growth demands progression: From Learing to Living, and From Lingering to Leaving.

SPIRITUAL NEVER LAND HEBREWS 5:11–6:3 Introduction We all know the classic tale of Peter Pan, the boy who refuses to become a man. In the same way some Christians refuse to grow up in Christ. According to our text spiritual maturation requires a progression. I. From Learning to Living ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Basic Concepts Of Spiritual Intimacy Series

Contributed by Michael Catt on Nov 5, 2003

This series will assist you in developing and deepening your relationship with God.

THE BASIC CONCEPTS OF SPIRITUAL INTIMACY Selected Scriptures If we are going to develop an intimate relationship with Christ - we need to define what it looks like. ¡°IT IS THE LIFE OF CHRIST, REPRODUCED IN THE BELIEVER, BY THE HOLY SPIRIT THROUGH ABIDING IN THE WORD.¡± Much of what is called ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18, Galatians 5:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Process

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 9, 2012

Spiritual and Physical growth involves several key ingredients. First, both involve intimacy.

The Process John 3:1-8NKJ There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. 2 This man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Networth

Contributed by John Roy on Oct 26, 2016

Are we material people trapped in spiritual bodies, or spiritual people trapped in material bodies? This sermon asserts that we need to be concerned about our spiritual net worth, because we are spiritual people.

From time to time I suspect people review their finances. In those reviews, they may take a moment to calculate their net worth. Our financial net worth is the value of all assets, minus the total of all liabilities. Put another way, net worth is what is owned minus what is owed. The value of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: *other

Spirituality Or Materialism

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Sep 27, 2022

Jesus spoke about the need for spiritualism as much as the need for materialism. Spiritualism must outweigh materialism.

Spirituality or Materialism John 6:25-34 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 25 When they found Him on the other side of the sea, they said to Him, “Rabbi, when did You get here?” 26 Jesus answered them and said, “Truly, truly, I say to you, you seek Me, not because you saw signs, but because you ate of ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-34

Denomination: United Methodist