Sermons on Spiritual Growth And Insight:

David And Bathsheba Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 13, 2014

This story doesn't gloss over anything. It dramatize David's humanness in an unforgettable way. It offers amazing insight into the elements that make us spiritually vulnerable. It reminds us that in accomplishing His purpose God always is forced to use fallible people

2 SAMUEL 11: 1-5 [The Life of David] DAVID AND BATHSHEBA [James 1:14-15] This section deals with one of the most familiar stories in this part of the Old Testament, with the possible exception of the story of David and Goliath. It is the story of David's disastrous affair with Bathsheba and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Man's Eyes Are Opened Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Oct 2, 2023

Jesus is the perfect revelation of God and man’s spiritual eyes can be opened to see God but only through Jesus. Apart from Jesus, no man will ever see God.

Tonight, we look at John 9 concerning the opening of man’s eyes. Man is spiritually blind, and our eyes need to be opened. The mission of Jesus is to open our eyes. In tonight’s passage, Jesus takes a man’s physical blindness and demonstrates the stages of spiritual insight and sight. By ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Be An Effective Doer Of The Word Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 13, 2009

The implanted Word is to be accepted & then put into action. It is in the doing of God’s Word that spiritual growth & the blessings of God come. Too many Christians mark their Bibles but their Bibles never mark them. God wants His people to put His Wor

JAMES 1:22-25 BE AN EFFECTIVE DOER OF THE WORD [Luke 12:41-48] If the implanted Word is received it will work itself out into actions. It is never sufficient to simply hear the Word we must take into heart and do it. Simply hearing a good sermon or Bible study will not make you grow and receive ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

Who Am I Becoming? The Issue Of Self-Control Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 7, 2016

Self-control is a key ingredient for one's growth in Christ!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • The process of watching your child, grandchild, or even your spouse is something that is exciting. We tend to take a lot of pictures of our children so that we can remember how cute they USED to be. • Growth is exciting, unless it is our waistline. ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Contend , Construct And Confess But Never Compromise.

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Mar 14, 2007

This sermon is an insight into the letter of Jude with a call to contend, construct and confess the faith in the light of those who are compromising the faith.

Contending for the faith from the book of Jude. Background: Jude brother of James-half brother of Jesus early Church leader.Probably written around A.D.65. Reason: The book of Jude was written to exhort believers to contend for the faith against those from within who were disputing, disrupting ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

God's Word For The Overworked

Contributed by Arthur Jenkins on Jan 14, 2003

The conversions of Peter and Cornelius in Acts, Chapter 10 gives insight into God’s conversion for the Overworked

God’s Word For The Overworked January 12, 2003 "You know the message God sent to the people of Israel, telling the Good News of Peace through Jesus Christ." Acts 10:37 Are you tired, overworked, run down? Is the pace of your life getting you down? No, this is not a Geritol commercial. But, if ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:15-48

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Construction Zone Or War Zone?

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 7, 2023

Many Christians don’t think it matters much if they allow a few sinful activities in their lives. The truth is, the failure to surrender ALL changes the entire fabric of what your life looks like in the spiritual realm.

CONSTRUCTION ZONE OR WAR ZONE? Lk. 14:33 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR You need 3 things to succeed in life: a wishbone, a backbone and a funny bone. Tonight we’re going to be talking about having a backbone! B. TEXT “So then, any of you who does not forsake (renounce, surrender claim to, give up, say ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Which One Should We Prioritize,physical Fitness Or Spiritual Fitness? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 1, 2024

In today's world, physical fitness has become a top priority for many people.

We spend hours at the gym, running, and engaging in various physical activities to maintain a healthy body. However, as Christians, we must remember that our spiritual fitness is equally, if not more, important. LET US explore the importance of both physical and spiritual fitness, and why we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Hebrews 12:1-3

The Gospel And Bethel Chapel Church

Contributed by David Scudder on Sep 19, 2010

Last week I talked about the fact that church growth is not our responsibility. Jesus said, "I will build my church." Today I want us to talk about what is our responsibility as a church. Our job is Gospel growth, not church growth

Purpose: To outline the comprehensive nature of the Gospel. Aim: I want the listener to be willing to give up all for the Gospel. INTRODUCTION: Last week I talked about the fact that church growth is not our responsibility. Jesus said, "I will build my church." Today I want us to talk about what ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Believer And Corrupt Communication

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 27, 2025

This sermon provides a deep insight into how believers should control their words and overcome corrupt communication.

THE BELIEVER AND CORRUPT COMMUNICATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:29 "Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers." Supporting Texts: Colossians 3:8, Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29, Colossians 3:8, Proverbs 18:21, Matthew 12:36-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Did Judas Believe In Jesus As Lord?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 7, 2025

This passage provides us with an interesting insight into the nature of Judas' faith (or lack thereof).

DID JUDAS BELIEVE IN JESUS AS LORD? Judas refers to Jesus as “Rabbi,” not “Lord.” - Matthew 26:22, 25. - It’s long been a source of contention what exactly the nature of Judas’ belief or disbelief in Jesus was. He was a disciple, saw the miracles, heard the teaching. Yet he ends up betraying ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Baptist

Who Profits From These Walls?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 24, 2008

In support of property redevelopment in this church: God will remember us, as will this community, if we build with human needs in mind, if we build unselfishly, and if we build for future generations.

All of us have a powerful need to be remembered and will do almost anything to make sure we are remembered. We want to be remembered; we want somebody to remember those significant dates like birthdays and anniversaries, and we will drop hints and leave calendars lying around and do everything we ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

As New Creations We Know No Man After The Flesh" Series

Contributed by Tony Larussa on Jan 20, 2013

As new creations in Christ, the way we see and perceive must change as well. We have new eyes and ears spiritually and how we identify with Christ Jesus directly determines the level of our effectiveness in the Earth as His children. This also determines

Kingdom Crier Ministries International www.kingdomcrier.com “As new creations in Christ, we are to know no man after the flesh” By Tony Larussa Tony’s notes & emphasis are italics. The scriptures are broken down using the Greek language to expound the text and to emphasize the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21

Denomination: *other

Leap Year: Embracing Transformative Opportunities Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 28, 2024

A leap year presents us with a unique opportunity to embrace transformation and growth - as a leap year adds an extra day to our calendar, let's seize this additional time to reflect on God's truth and pursue personal and spiritual development.

Leap Year: Embracing Transformative Opportunities A leap year presents us with a unique opportunity to embrace transformation and growth - as a leap year adds an extra day to our calendar, let's seize this additional time to reflect on God's truth and pursue personal and spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:4-5, Philippians 3:13-14, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Pray To Change Lives

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 15, 2002

This is an examination of one of the prayers that Paul prayed over the Colossians. It give us insight into how to pray for one another.

September 9, 2001 Colossians 1:9-14 “How to pray to change lives” INTRODUCTION Probably everyone here has prayed for someone at some point in your life. You prayed that they would get well or that they would have safety in a trip that they were taking or that they would get a job that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist