Sermons on 1 Corinthians 13:4-9:

Twin Portraits Of Love

Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Dec 28, 2009

Love is a beautiful emotion but it is also a powerful devotion!

Introduction: Dr. Albert Palmer was the minister of Central Union Church of Honolulu, Hawaii. While serving there he oversaw a massive building project for their church. Just before its completion, the architect asked Palmer to provide him with an inscription to be placed high in the chancel above ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love's Short-Term Memory

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Jan 11, 2010

Love forgives and forgets, at least that is what the bible says. How do you make this a reality in your life?

Anyone ever seen the movie ’50 first dates’? It’s based upon a woman who forgets every morning what happened the day before. Each day is new without any regret, hurt or bitterness from the day before. Sometimes I think God wants us as Christians to treat hurt like that. In fact ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:5

Love - Advent #3 Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Jan 15, 2010

Love is a word that is used in so many ways that perhaps we have lost sight of the depth of it’s meaning. In the last few hours or days many of us may have said something like, ‘I love my spouse. I love my morning cup of coffee. I love my dog. I love hock

December 20, 2009 – Love In my search for some stories and thoughts for today’s message, I came across these thoughts from a former pastor in Texas…thoughts about Christmas, and what it means to people in different situations and in different places. Maybe this will remind us ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Love

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jan 16, 2010

We will discover what love is after the revelation of God himself.

The Definition of Love 1 Corinthian 13: 1-8 Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I have become sounding brass or a clanging cymbal. 2 And though I have the gift of aprophecy, and understand all mysteries and all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Definition Of Christianity

Contributed by Andrew Gamblin on Sep 26, 2009

Christians have given themselves a bad name, this sermon challenges us to bring the definition of Christianity back to its original meaning.

In 1996, The Barna Group did a poll on young adults and teens asking whether or not they had a positive image of and respect for Christianity’s role in society. The report showed that 85% of were favorable towards Christians and the part they played in the American society. The Group did the same ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-10, 2 Corinthians 5:11-20

Denomination: Methodist

Back To The Basics

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Oct 7, 2009

This lesson suggests that Faith, Hope, and Love are the “fundamentals” or “basics” that we need to get back to when our lives are in a spiritual slump.

Back to the Basics 07/31/05 AM Reading: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 INTRODUCTION 1. I suspect the problem is one akin to an athlete or a sport team which is "in a slump" a. Such a person or team "goes through the motions", but they are not performing up to their true potential b. The solution in sports: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Give Charity Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 18, 2009

Love is 1)Enriching 2) Edifying &3)Enduring.

It’s a rare thing these days to get a letter. I’m not talking about the junk mail of solicitations, or bills, nor the hundreds of emails we get but a genuine hand written letter from someone we care about. There is a warmth and personal touch that we get in no other medium. 1 Corinthians 13 is one ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Other

Love Is Forgetful Series

Contributed by Paul Green on Oct 28, 2009

We often think of forgetfulness as a weakness, as a problem. And more often than not that is true. But there is a time when forgetfulness becomes an absolute necessity. Paul says that ‘Love – keeps no record of wrongs’ He says that love is forgetful.

In the middle of that list of what love is, Paul says that ‘Love – keeps no record of wrongs’ (v5). In other words what he is saying is that, as well as being patient, and kind and a whole host of other things – love is also forgetful! –‘ Love - keeps no record of wrongs’ Love is forgetful! Now ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Love Is Determined Series

Contributed by Paul Green on Oct 29, 2009

Love does not give up no matter what is faces, no matter the obstacles in its path, no matter what those around you might be saying, love does not give up it is determined.

I came across an article in the paper this week that had the heading ’Mother’s Love and Determination’. And the sub title ’Refusing to give up, Cynthia Teare helped her son to walk again’. It caught my attention because our theme today is ’Love is... determined’. And it’s the story of an 11 year ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:7

Denomination: Baptist

Portraits Of _____________

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 3, 2009

An inductive sermon on 1 Corinthians 13 where you never say the word ’love’

PORTRAITS OF ___________ 1 CORINTHIANS 13:1-13 INTRODUCTION As I begin my sermon, I would like to define something that seems as though it does not have just one definition. I don’t like words like that. I like words that have one definition and we can all be on the same page… but this word is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Non Traditional Wedding Sermon

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 18, 2008

This was a very non traditional wedding sermon for a couple who met online.

What began as a Facebook search resulting in the response “Boy, he’s hot!” turned into a sneak attack setup date resulting in the response “Boy, she’s hot!” turned into a relationship… turned into a friendship… turned into an engagement… and now has turned into a marriage. Much has happened ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dating, Relationships, Marriage And Sex

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 1, 2009

The Biblical keys necessary to successfully navigate the dating scene, glorifying God and finding the mate God created you to live your life with.

GODLY RELATIONSHIPS WITH THE OPPOSITE SEX - “God thought up and created two sexes. It is his idea.” – Dean Sherman. The Kingdom of God is based on relationships (and almost every problem on the planet arises out of bad relationships). Relationships are top priority to God (Mat. 22:37-39). Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Agape

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 11, 2009

Loving others unconditionally is humanly impossible but He has given us the tools and power to love others like He does.

AGAPE LOVE AND GODLY RELATIONSHIPS “Christian love has God for its primary object and expresses itself first of all in explicit obedience to His commandments. Self-will, that is self-pleasing, is the negation of love to God. Christian love whether exercised toward the brethren, or to men generally, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is Perfect Loved Possible?

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 12, 2009

What does Jesus mean when he said: “Be perfect, therefore as your heavenly Father is perfect?” Matthew 5:48

Is Perfect Love Possible? I Corinthians 13:1-7 Matthew 22:37-38 What does Jesus mean when he said: “Be perfect, therefore as your heavenly Father is perfect?” Matthew 5:48 To answer this question are going to look at three different aspects of God’s love. 1. Understanding God’s Love. 2. God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

How About Love?

Contributed by Christopher Faulknor on Jan 13, 2009

How do you look back on your life?

A while back, I had the opportunity to view a musical-turned-movie called "Rent." Set in New York City, it depicts the struggles faced by several gay couples, including victims of the HIV virus and AIDS. This play depicted scenes that involved rebellion against society, violence, drug use, and more ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-5

Denomination: Catholic