Sermons on Spiritural Growth:

The Three Faces (Phases) Of Paul The Apostle Part 2 Series

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Sep 8, 2012

The Growth of the Apostle Paul.

Do you ever go sleep (I have always wondered where you go when yo go to sleep) thinking about a problem, or some other thought that you have been worrying like a puppy with a new chew toy? Well last night I did just that, I was thinking as I went to sleep " Now how I do I translate into words what ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

3 Effective Antidotes To Spiritual Poison

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 11, 2022

This is a message for Christian growth.

Title: 3 Effective Antidotes to Spiritual Poison Scripture: Romans 12:12 Type: Expository Where: GNBC 6-12-22 Intro: When I was a young pastor the church used to meet at Montgomery Hall. We rented the building on a Sunday but was used for all sorts of events during the week. The basement ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spoon Fed Christians

Contributed by David Paulson on Jul 19, 2017

Exhortation for spiritual growth

2 Chronicles 24:2, 15, 17-18 Spoon feeding is an important aspect of life, all of us as children have been spoon fed. I had the privilege of being spoon fed, mom did it patiently with treats, and dad did it not so patiently with threats. Sorry for those of you who were too independent and fed ...read more

Extreme Makeover - Ear Augmentation Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jun 16, 2008

How to have ears to hear

Ear Augmentation Pre-Op Preparation for an Ear Augmentation You have to be saved You have to humble yourself Post-Op Care for an Ear Augmentation Be in the Word Be in Prayer Slide 1 We started a series last week called Extreme Makeover: God Edition. Manyof us at some point seem to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Cultivating Good Soil

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 11, 2005

In the parable of the sower: 1. The seed falls onto every type of soil without discrimination. 2. The different soils represent people’s different responses. 3. In the end there is a great harvest.

Picture the scene in your mind. Jesus is teaching from a boat on the shore of the Lake of Galilee. There is a breeze blowing as he nods in the direction of a farmer in the distance. He is sowing seed in his field. As they watched the farmer at work, Jesus used the scene to teach a lesson about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23, Matthew 13:31-33, Matthew 13:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Did You Really Hear What I Did? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Sep 22, 2009

This message seeks to answer why people can hear the same message but respond in opposite ways.

Although I have been a Christian for thirty plus years there are still so many things that puzzle me. How can people hear the life changing message of Jesus Christ and refuse to accept it? Why do people not jump at the chance to have all their sins taken away? However the biggest issue that puzzles ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:2-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's All About The Unity Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Sep 22, 2009

This message examines the importance of unity to our walk with God.

In our text the prophet Amos poses a very thought provoking question, “Do two walk together unless they have agreed to do so?” I would like you to take a few moments and think about the implications of this question. As Christians one of the distinctive marks of our faith is the privilege to walk ...read more

Scripture: Amos 3:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Equipping In Discipleship Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Sep 30, 2009

God calls us to spiritual maturity. Spiritual growth is planned, a process, personal, practical and involves people.

EQUIPPING IN DISCIPLESHIP Benjamin Franklin learned that crushed plaster sown in the fields would help make things grow. He told his neighbors this, but they did not believe him and they argued with him trying to prove that plaster could be of no use at all. After a little while he allowed the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-15

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

You Make Pizza, One Layer At A Time

Contributed by James Kirkland on Jan 28, 2009

Our spiritual life must grow as we grow in the Lord. You don’t start with a finished pizza, you must continue to add each layer until you put it in the oven.

You make Pizza, one layer at a time. Pizza, what a topic to preach about? I suppose that the only real connection we have with pizza and the church is that pizza came from Italy and Paul’s preaching took him to Italy. That is a pretty far stretch, or is it? Ancient Greeks ate flat, baked bread with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Nazarene

Paul's Great Concern: Rooted And Comforted In Christ Series

Contributed by Jeff Haynes on Oct 19, 2009

A study of Colossians 2:1-7 and Paul’s concern that all believers would be rooted in Christ.

Paul’s Great Concern Expressed: That all would be Confident and Rooted in Christ Colossians 2:1-7 October 18, 2009 Your Name ____________________ Introduction and Review: In Chapter 1:24-29, Paul showed us how to glorify Christ in our lives, by being fruitful stewards of the gospel ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Time To Grow Up!"

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Jun 15, 2009

This sermon stresses the importance of spiritual growth.

One of my favorite old country songs was written by the Oak Ridge Boys years ago and it was written specifically about children and just how precious they are. The title of the song was Thank God for Kids. In its refrain, were these words, “the nearest thing to heaven is a child.” And when you ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Growing 3 Ways

Contributed by Arthur Coffman on Mar 2, 2009

Church growth happens when members grow 3 ways

Introduction: Growth is normal and Expected - Colossians 2:7 Illust: Ruth Bell Graham was asked what she would like on her gravestone. She replied that she saw a sign on the road when they were repaving a road that read "End of Construction: Thank you for your patience" 1. Growing Out ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Moving Toward Maturity Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Mar 17, 2009

So, how mature are you in the Christian faith. Have you moved forward from the day that you came to know Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or are you still in Spiritual kindergarten?

Abraham: Following In the Footsteps of Faith MOVING TOWARD MATURITY Genesis 15:7-23 Intro: Hopefully, we all know what faith is. According to the Bible in Heb. 11:1 it defines faith has, "The substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." But, did you know that faith is something ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:7-21

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 5 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 15, 2010

Up to this point in the text James has been sharing issues regarding how we are to respond to trials and temptations. With trials, we are to embrace them as being from God and for our benefit. With temptations, they are the opposite, not from God and da

DETAILING OUR LIVES FOR JESUS JAMES 1:21-27 INTRODUCTION: Up to this point in the text James has been sharing issues regarding how we are to respond to trials and temptations. With trials, we are to embrace them as being from God and for our benefit. With temptations, they are the opposite, not ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-27

Denomination: Baptist

It Comes With The Territory

Contributed by Timothy Brown on Feb 20, 2010

The purpose of this sermon is to point to all that a growing church will experience growing pains.

Text: Acts 6:1-7 Title: It Comes with the Territory Introduction: Herb Miller says, “A cold church, like butter, will not spread. Growing churches have learned how to regulate the congregational thermostat, and they have set it on friendly.” If a church is going to experience ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist