Sermons on Vision To Grow:

Relationships, Hints For Husbands And Wives

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 2, 2006

When men take their role as preist, the world will watch as the family grows in the grace of God. This action takes willingness and selflessness by both parties!

Relationships! “Hints for Husbands and Wives.” Text: Ephesians 5:25-27 Doctor Gary Chapman says: “ Before I got married I dreamed how happy I was going to be. Six months after, I was… miserable- and so was my wife. I’d entered marriage with the attitude that I know how to have a good ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Growth From Within Series

Contributed by Christopher Hill on Jan 15, 2004

Church growth starts with a healthy congregation devoted to God and the church. Regardless of plans or programs the church will grow with God’s Holy Spirit.

I. The church consists of baptized believers A. They accepted the message Peter preached 1. Old Testament Prophecy 2. Contemporary application 3. Jesus is Lord and Christ B. They were baptized C. Incredible growth II. The people were devoted A. If we are out of our minds it is for Christ’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seven Ingredients In Parenting

Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 2, 2004

There are seven ingredients that our kid’s need in growing up. These are the seven things that God does to you and me as our heavenly Father.

There are seven things that our kid’s need in growing up. These are the seven things that God does to you and me as our heavenly Father. The Bible says that our kids need is: I Compassion (1 John 4:7) -"Practive loving each other, for love comes from God." Children understand love in three ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Pursued Us

Contributed by Diana Ball on Dec 17, 2008

A message of how a loving God made Himself smaller for us, so that we could grow larger in Him through Jesus Christ.

I heard the story once of a great Cherokee wood carver. He took logs and sat them on a stump outside his back door and sat in front of that log sometimes for hours just staring at it. Finally, he would pick up his carving tools and start carving the most beautiful of things out of the wood. He ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Nazarene

Falling In Love With Jesus Again Part 3 Series

Contributed by Richard White on Jan 18, 2013

To Grow in Christ is to love him. We sometimes take Him for granted. Just like in a marriage, partners need to fall in love again.

Falling in Love with Jesus Again part 3 Col 1:21ff The great historian Kenneth Scott Latourette said this—listen to this quote: “Jesus has had more effect on the history of mankind than any other of His race who ever existed.” That’s not a Baptist preacher speaking that. To ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:21-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Chosing To Lead

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 20, 2011

Fathers need their family in the things of God. Joshua was a man of conviction and so should we if we are to see our families grow in discipleship .

Choosing to lead Introduction- This morning as I bring a Fathers Day message, I know it comes with mixed feelings for some. Maybe your not a father and you would like to become one Maybe your adult kids do not keep in touch and today is tough. Life with all its struggles finds your marriage at a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Holiness201

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 4, 2013

We look at part two of holiness series. Being careful not to abuse the Grace of God and not allowing a root of bitterness to grow in our hearts.

Holiness 201 Hebrews 12:14-24 Introduction- For several weeks, we have been looking at practical applications to God’s Word for our lives. We looked at holiness from 1 Peter. Where Peter tells us Verse (13) “Prepare your minds for action, be self-controlled, set your hopes fully ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14-24

Denomination: Nazarene

Peace Of Salt Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 9, 2010

We truly help people grow in their relationship with Christ and ministry skills not with harsh words of criticism, but with words of grace and peace, seasoned with salt.

An efficiency expert concluded a lecture with a note of caution: “You don’t want to try these techniques at home.” “Why not?” asked someone from the back of the audience. “I watched my wife’s routine at breakfast for years,” the expert explained. “She made lots of trips to the refrigerator, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Part 1 "The Fight For The Future!" Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

This series on Lean Time is a depiction of where our church and country is right now and how we grow during Lean Times with the Lord.

Question: What are Lean Times for you? Jeremiah 29:10-11 "For this is what the LORD says: "When 70 years for Babylon are complete, I will attend to you and will confirm My promise concerning you to restore you to this place. For I know the plans I have for you"--this is the LORD's declaration ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Part 2 "The Changing Of A Nation!" Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

This series on Lean Time is a depiction of where our church and country is right now and how we grow during Lean Times with the Lord.

Question: What decisions are you facing right now that will change your life forever? How do we Change a Nation: 1. We proceed slowly! Question: What is your first tendency when faced with a decision? Nehemiah 1:4 "When I heard these words, I sat down and wept. I mourned for a number of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Part 4 "The Joy Of The Lord Is Our Strength!" Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

This series on Lean Time is a depiction of where our church and country is right now and how we grow during Lean Times with the Lord.

Question: When the race gets tough what do you do? Nehemiah 8:5-12 When Life is Tough: 1. Don't give up! Our resolve is to never give up! Isaiah 40:28-31 William Barclay "Endurance is not just the ability to bear a hard thing, but to turn it into glory." Lamentations 3:40-41 "Let ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Foes Of Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Feb 25, 2009

As Christians we are called to grow in Christ, but we also need to be aware of the foes that are against that growth, so that we may overcome them.

The Growing Christian Series The Foes of Spiritual Growth 1 Peter 2:1-2 Introduction The words of our text imply that the laying aside of harmful attitudes and evil actions should go hand in hand with the process of spiritual growth. Spiritual growth, like growth in the animal kingdoms, is always ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Handling Complaints In A Healthy Way

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Jul 25, 2009

The church consists of people, and at some stage in a growing church complaints and differences of opinion will occur. This sermon explores the biblical approach to handling complaints.

As I read the New Testament one of things that becomes clear is that God knows that although He wants us to be living together in harmony, that we will struggle. So He gives us guidance, such as that found in Colossians 3:13-15 13 Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Beware Of The World Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 26, 2008

John now turns his attention from tests to determine whether one is saved to encouragement to continue growing once we are saved.

A Study of the Book of 1st John “Back To the Basics” Sermon # 5 “Beware of the World” 1 John 2:12-17 John has been talking about how one can know that they are saved. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Our Strength Will Be The Same As Our Days

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 28, 2016

To show that GOD strengthens like iron and bronze, GOD strengthens and increases our strength, rest and security as we grow old in the LORD.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you strong in the LORD? Yes. Ephesians 6:10 (Amplified Bible) In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [be empowered through your union with Him]; draw your strength from Him [that strength which His boundless might provides]. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 33:25

Denomination: Pentecostal