Sermons on Spiritual Growth And Insight:

A New Year For A New You

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 2, 2012

This will be a four part series at the first of the year. Paul uses the analogy of a runner to describe the Christian’s spiritual growth. The believer has not reached his goal of Christlikeness, but like the runner in a race, he must continue to pursue it

A New Year For A New You Philippians 3:12-14 Ill. Can you imagine what it would be like to be at a track meet waiting for the start of the 100 meter race? Gathered together are the top runners from across the world. Fractions of a second separate these runners. While the marathon is a test ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Repentance

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Dec 27, 2020

Repentance isn’t a one-time change of heart, but it should be an integral part of our spiritual growth. It’s been said that the essential quality of a saint is to have a repentant heart. That requires a sensitive conscience and a teachable spirit.

“Repentance” Matthew 3:1-12 [Read Mt. 3:1-12] I was once asked to preach a revival at a neighboring church, and when I accepted the host pastor told me, “Don’t hold back. The harder the preaching, the more they like it.” That statement took me by surprise. I’m still not sure if that was true ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-12

Doors Of Destiny

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 31, 2016

In Revelation, Jesus tells the Church at Philadelphia that He is opening a door for them which no one can shut. This is a door of favor, spiritual growth, and opportunity to witness. He'll open that same door for us if we desire it!

DOORS OF DESTINY INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Late one night, a mugger wearing a ski mask jumped into the path of a well-dressed man and stuck a gun in his ribs. “Give me your money,” he demanded. Indignant, the affluent man replied, “You can’t do this, I’m a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Spiritual Journey Of Bill Wilson & Implications Of The Genesis Mindset

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

The change that took place in Bill's life is incredibly revealing. He walks us through his mindset and the changes that took place in a very descriptive manner. I don't normally include quotes this large, but Bill Wilson's spiritual journey is a fascinating topic.

"The door opened and he stood there, fresh-skinned and glowing. There was something about his eyes. He was inexplicably different. What had happened? I pushed a drink across the table. He refused it. Disappointed but curious, I wondered what had got into the fellow. He wasn’t himself. “Come, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1, Genesis 3:4-5, Ephesians 2:19-22, John 8:32

Denomination: Salvation Army

Persecution Of The Godly

Contributed by Jeffrey Cox on Feb 28, 2005

As a Christian you were promised many things, and one of these was persecution. You may have been persecuted because of your Christianity, and I have some bad news. It is not going to get any better. These are the last days, and the Bible tells us that

Persecution of the Godly by Jeff Cox I. As a Christian you were promised many things, and one of these was persecution. You may have been persecuted because of your Christianity, and I have some bad news. It is not going to get any better. These are the last days, and the Bible tells us that we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Change For The Better

Contributed by Rommel Samaniego on May 2, 2008

Based on Rick Warrens book, Answers to lifes difficult Questions, i added the illustrations and made it into a sermon

HOW CAN I EVER CHANGE? GENESIS 32 Get attention by : Whats’ a sermon worth—3 sermons, 1,000 hk, 15 mins, 400 hk 30 mins, 50 HK (2 hours) lets all stand and ask the ushers to circulate the offering plate and know what sermon you would like to have today. Most of us want some change, in our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-30

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Just Run But Run To Win!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 13, 2019

Don’t Just Run But Run to Win - Philippians chapter 3 vs verses 12-16 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Plan is Progress...Not Perfection (vs 12a & 13a). (2). The Past Is Over…Forget It! (vs 13b) (3). The Future Holds Our Hope…Reach For It! (vs 3c) (4). The Secret Is a Determined Attitude…Maintain It! (vs 15a) (5). The Need Is Keeping A High Standard…We Do That Together ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Brethren

The Making Of A Compelling Christian Community Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 24, 2012

The first to become followers of Christ give us insight into the essential elements for forming a compelling Christian community.

Title: The Making of a Compelling Christian Community (The Good Ole Days… Today) Text: Acts: 2:42-47; 4:32-37 Thesis: The first to become followers of Christ give us insight into the essential elements for forming a compelling Christian community. Series: The Marks of a Healthy Missional ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

After Thanksgiving... Family

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 6, 2008

How do we mature in Christ as a church? What are some of the main elements involved and how can we put them to use for God’s glory?

My sermon last week on Thanksgiving received more responses from you than usual. Responses are very helpful to me. Preaching becomes a one way conversation between the minister and the church pretty easily. I prayerfully seek to bring a message from the word of God for the good of our family here ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparing For Revival Series

Contributed by Brad Stone on Oct 15, 2019

It is important if we, as the church, ever plan or desire to see revival break forth in our church, that we make preparation prior to a series of meetings. Revival should always begin before a scheduled series of meetings and continue long after. (Compiled using resources from Sermon Central)

Preparing for Revival Joel 2:12 – 18 I always love reading “Top Ten” lists or seeing shows that present a “Top Ten” list of either funny videos, silly decisions or actions of people, so on so forth. In preparation for this message, I came across a top ten list that I found quite comical and I ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Opportunities Vs Obstructions

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 12, 2025

Who is knocking at your door? God has many opportunities to advance. Refuse to focus on the obstructions before us. Put forth greater effort and see the doors open before you.

OBSTRUCTION VS OPPORTUNITY = WHO IS KNOCKING AT YOUR DOOR. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (I do this in two parts) OPPORTUNITY: A CHANCE TO MAKE BETTER, being in the right place at the right time, make progress, an open door, a favorable time or set ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:9, Galatians 6:9-10, Luke 10:29-36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Work Of The Spirit In The New Birth, Part 2 Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 7, 2017

The Holy Spirit: Learn, Unlearn, Relearn The Work of the Spirit in the New Birth, part 2 John 2:23-3:8

The Holy Spirit: Learn, Unlearn, Relearn The Work of the Spirit in the New Birth, part 2 John 2:23-3:8 David Taylor January 15, 2016 We started a new series last week, The Holy Spirit: Learn, Unlearn, and Relearn. The goal is to learn about the person and the work of the Holy Spirit, to unlearn ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Serving Until The Master Comes PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2025

God entrusts each of us with unique gifts, calling us to faithfully use them for His purposes, resulting in joy and shared blessing.

Hello, friends. If you’ve ever held a newborn, signed a mortgage, received a promotion, or sat beside a hospital bed, you know the hush that falls when life reminds you: what we hold is holy. It may show up as a paycheck or a paintbrush, a diploma or a diaper bag, a toolbox or a tender testimony. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Topics: Spiritual Gifts, God's Glory

Why Does Jesus Tell His Disciples Not To Tell People That He Is The Christ Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 1, 2025

This passage provides an interesting insight into why Jesus told His disciples not to tell anyone He was the Christ.

KEEP QUIET: Proclaiming that Jesus was the Christ would create a lot of wrong expectations. - Luke 9:18-21. - It’s an odd thing to hear Jesus telling His disciples to not tell people that He is the Christ. You would generally think that He would want it proclaimed often and loudly from every ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-26

Denomination: Baptist

Going The Distance

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Oct 5, 2010

We can go the distance and finish well, if we will prepare ourselves and keep the right focus throughout the race.

GOING THE DISTANCE Hebrews 12:1-3 1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. 2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God