Sermons on Ways To Bear Fruit:

It’s God’s Way, Or No Way Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 21, 2014

a study of the book of 1st Corinthians chapter 1 verses 18 through 31

1 Corinthians 1: 18 – 31 It’s God’s Way, Or No Way 18 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 19 For it is written: “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, And bring to nothing the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Compost Your Fig Tree Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 18, 2021

If our fig tree isn’t bearing fruit, it’s time to dig around it and apply some good compost. Both are important, essential actions.

Third Sunday in Lent The brilliance of Jesus the preacher can be seen in today’s story, unique to St. Luke, about how He handled some local gossip. Pontius Pilate, the Roman boss of Judea, ruled as a tyrant. On this occasion, it appears he broke up a revolutionary plot right in the area of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9, 1 Corinthians 10:1-12, Psalm 103:1-11, Exodus 3:1-15, Genesis 2:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

I Am The True Vine - Part Iii Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Apr 18, 2006

This is the third of a four part look at Jesus teaching that He is the true vine. This message focuses on God’s utilization of pruning to prepare us to bear more fruit.

(Extensive inspiration for this sermon series taken from Bruce Wilkerson’s "Secrets of the Vine") Introduction - Spring has arrived, we have begun gardening, and pruning (reference recent Herald-Leader Article on pruning) Draw connection to Spiritual Pruning Jesus final "I Am. . ." teaching on ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Surrender Your Way To Victory

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 30, 2012

Surrender to God is the way to a blessed life. It is not a commitment to God that we asking for, which focuses on what we can do for God. We are called to surrender our lives to Him.

The way to a blessed life is to allow God to take control, when we invite Him into every area of our lives. • In Rom 12:1 Paul says, “...I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God - this is your spiritual act of worship.” • Gal ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20, Romans 12:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Just Get Out Of The Way Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 22, 2012

We need to learn to follow God and not expect Him to follow us.

Just Get Out of the Way Text: Gen. 16:1-16 Introduction 1. Illustration: Some of us are like the preacher who was on a diet and prayed as he drove to work- "Now, Lord if it is your Will for me not to have any donuts this morning You make sure there are no parking places in front of the donut shop." ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Rest God’s Way

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 16, 2011

The Sabbath reminds us of our need for rest. God gave the Sabbath to Israel and through Jesus God gives us a Sabbath rest as well.

Richard Swenson wrote a book in the 1990’s entitled, “Margin” in which he describes modern society as so overcommitted and over scheduled that we have no space left for rest. A reviewer writes: Overload is not having time to finish the book you’re reading on stress. Margin is having time to read ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choosing The Right Road For A New Year Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jan 23, 2012

Paul tells us how big a difference the choices we make have upon our spiritual lives. We can choose to WALK IN THE SPIRIT or to LIVE IN THE FLESH

TIME is one of the number one enemies of our faith. Recent generations, especially in the western world, have deceived themselves into thinking that time will never catch up to them. Because of medical breakthroughs disease will never get us. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:19-26

Jesus Is The Way To Eternal Life Series

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Oct 28, 2006

As we close this series out today, we will see why we can say Jesus is The Way To Eternal Life. In this message, we will be considering those passages which use the expression "eternal life" to mean a future hope which will be realized after this life o

Jesus - The Way To Eternal Life TEXT: John 14:1-7 INTRODUCTION: Over the past number of weeks, we have considered how Jesus is truly The Way to all good things: He is The Way to a better life (by correcting misconceptions and teaching us to seek new goals); He is the Way to forgiveness of sins ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Love, Joy, Peace Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 8, 2008

The fruits of the Spirit are important in the life of a believer.

GETTING FRUIT FROM GOD’S GARDEN SERIES: LOVE, JOY, PEACE May 4, 2008 FBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson Gal. 5.19-24 A ILLUSTRATION B In Romans 8, Paul dwells on the work of the Holy Spirit in the life a believer. 1 He describes in great detail what the Holy Spirit does in, for, and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Agape Love PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Explore the nature, necessity, and expression of Agape Love - God's unconditional love - and how we, as followers of Christ, are called to embody and express this love to others.

Good morning, Church Family! Today, we'll be diving deep into our understanding of love – not just any kind of love, but Agape Love – the kind of love God showers on us every day. It's a kind of love that is unique and powerful, and it's a kind of love that we, as followers of Christ, are called to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Topics: Fruits, Spirit

Make Up Your Mind Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 14, 2014

One of the greatest truths of Scripture is that we can choose to do things our way and die, or we can choose to do things God's way and live.

Make Up Your Mind Text: Gal. 4:21-31 Introduction 1. Illustration: I have no idea who said this, but its truth is unmistakable, "Angels are pure spirits, but it was God's intention to raise human beings, who are lower than the angels, to divine status, to union with the Trinity. An ancient ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Methodist

Building The Blessed Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jul 18, 2021

God is big enough to handle all your pain, rage, fear, desire for control, prejudice, greed, doubt, unfulfilled longings… or any other thoughts or feelings stirring inside you.

SERIES : SUMMER IN THE PSALMS week 1 - Building The Blessed Life Pastor Timothy Porter Text: Psalm 1:1-6 INTRODUCTION: What would happen if you told God how you really feel or what you really think? Have you ever found yourself praying the same words over and over again ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are We A Good Or Rotten Fig?

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Mar 1, 2025

we can always grow in faith with the right 'manure'

Luke 13:1-9 A man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came seeking fruit on it and found none. And he said to the vinedresser, “Lo, these three years I have come seeking fruit on this fig tree, and I find none. Cut it down; why should it use up the ground?” And he answered him, “Let it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Episcopal

Cpr For A Healthy Walk Part 9 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 31, 2018

Message 9 in our series on the essential directives for every believer. This message continues the exploration of the second directive to pursue meaningful relationships.

“CPR for a Healthy Walk" Part 9 “Restore and bear burdens” REVIEW I. Cleave to Christ and continually cultivate a dynamic relationship with Him. II. Persistently pursue, develop and maintain meaningful connection with the community of saints. A. Fervently pray for one another ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5, Philippians 2:2-4

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

(Section 6) The Work Of The Holy Ghost Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 9, 2018

The Holy Ghost bear witness of Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit sets the believer in Christ free from the law of sin and death. The Holy Spirit bears witness together with the spirit of the believer that he is a child of God.

VI. THE WORK OF THE HOLY GHOST A. In Humans In General 1. The Holy Spirit bears witness to the truth regarding Jesus Christ. John 15:26-27 "But when the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the Father, he shall ...read more

Scripture: John 15:26-27, Acts 5:30-32

Denomination: Pentecostal