VBPH Sermon Podcast
The Kingdom of Heaven is Like Leaven by Pastor Chris Gadsden
Published: 3 April 2025 at 22:21 Europe/London
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Summary
Pastor Gadsden shares his journey from a troubled youth in Jacksonville, Florida, to a transformed life through faith in Jesus Christ. He emphasizes the importance of follow-up in ministry, the true mission of the church, and the significance of discipleship and evangelism in fostering genuine growth within the church community. He highlights that the church is not merely a building but a living body of believers called to reach the lost and grow in faith together.
Chapters
00:00 From the Streets to Salvation
03:00 The Power of Follow-Up
06:09 The Church: More Than a Building
09:12 Understanding the Kingdom of Heaven
12:00 The Role of Leaven in Growth
15:06 Challenges of Church Growth
18:04 The True Mission of the Church
21:00 Discipleship: The Key to Sustained Growth
24:08 The Importance of Evangelism
27:08 Building a Healthy Church Community
30:02 Conclusion: The Heart of Church Growth
Takeaways
- Adam Dragoon's testimony illustrates the transformative power of faith.
- Follow-up in ministry can lead to significant life changes.
- The church is more than a building; it's a community of believers.
- God desires His church to grow in numbers and faith.
- Discipleship is essential for sustaining church growth.
- Evangelism should be the primary focus of the church's mission.
- The concept of leaven symbolizes growth and influence in the church.
- Real growth begins with personal salvation and commitment to Christ.
- Church growth should not be about attracting members from other churches.
- A healthy church community relies on love, accountability, and biblical standards.
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