Sermons on 1 John 4:13-18:

The Power And Value Of Love

Contributed by Carl Palatino on Oct 8, 2013

stand fast in one spirit by the truths of the Gospel, in opposition to every error.

THE POWER AND VALUE OF LOVE 1 John 4:7-15 Introduction: The apostle having finished what he proposed to say concerning the trying of spirits, returns to his former exhortation to brotherly love, and which comes with fresh force and strength; for since worldly men follow, hear, embrace, and cleave ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-15

Denomination: Baptist

We Know Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 3, 2010

1- We know that we are in Him 2- We know the God of love 3- We know the security of salvation

INTRO.- ILL.- Vance Havner was a southern Baptist preacher. (1901 - 1986) He was a very popular "revivalist" and Bible conference speaker and authored over 30 books of sermons and devotional books. He became a Christian as a boy, licensed to preach at twelve and ordained at fifteen. His charm, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Life Of Love - #2 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 11, 2010

In order to make a difference we must by different by loving differently.

Believers who are “M.A.D.” “A Life of Love” 1 John 4:7-21 * This week I read a wonderful story about Coach Tom Landry that illustrates the level of his Christian love and acceptance of others. Years ago, the late Ohio State coach, Woody Hayes, was fired for striking an opposing player on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Mark Of Growth

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 14, 2010

A healthy body begins as each joint is healthy. The body of Christ has to become mature in Christ through love.

The Mark of Growth I John 4:17-20-21 As we go into our new building there will be new faces, some who will visit just to check us out, and maybe some right now, just waiting to join us when we get into our new building. What will be our attitude? Will they stay when they really ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:17-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Source Of Love

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Apr 30, 2010

True love comes from Almighty God.

Text: “Love has been perfected among us…” (v. 17) How long has love been around? How would you answer that question? We have all experienced love in some form. Our families love us. As babies, we had parents who loved us. As we grew older we “fell in love” with a particular person. Love has ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Christian Church

"Nofear" Love! Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jun 4, 2012

Fear inhibits our abiity to experience the love of God and impedes our ability to love others... but perfect love expels our fear.

Title: “No Fear” Love! Text: I John 4:7-21 (17b-21) Thesis: Fear inhibits our ability to experience the love of God and impedes our ability to love others… but perfect love casts out fear! Series: The fifth in the series from I John 4:7-21, “The Christian’s Litmus ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:17-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Love That Cast Out Fear

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 7, 2012

We must know the love of God for us.

THE LOVE THAT CAST OUT FEAR 1st John 1:4 1. The source of this love 1st John 4: 7Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. 2. The standard of love 1st John 4: 11Beloved, if ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Baptist

Loving One Another Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 23, 2012

I want to look at 7 things that are proven by loving one another.

Out of the last 16 messages out of 1 John, we have heard at least a dozen of them mention that we should love one another. I guess God figures we should never get tired of hearing it and definitely never get tired of practicing it. The 6th test that proves that we really love God, once again, has ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Baptist

God With, Among... And Within Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 27, 2012

It is the presence of god, living within us, that makes it possible for us to fully express God’s love.

Title: God With… and Within Text: I John 4:13 (13-17) Acts 2:1-4 Thesis: Love is at the core of what it means to be a Christian. It is the presence of God, living within us, that makes it possible for us to fully express God’s love. Series: The fourth in the series from I John 4:7-21, “The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love - God's And Ours

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jul 17, 2011

Love of God is essential for us to love others.

Text: “We love because He first loved us” (1 John 4:19). When you think of the word “love” what comes to your mind? Perhaps you think of a personal affection for another person. This person could be family or friend. Maybe you think of having a very close association or ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Christian Church

"Fixed Up"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 28, 2011

We have fear in our lives because we don't know God's perfect love for us.This lesson will help you understand how to allow that love into our lives.

Thank you for all your prayers yesterday. One of my prayers was that I would be able to write to you this morning. Amen thank you Lord. So many of you prayed for me that I was overwhelmed by your kindness and prayers. I got to the hospital at 6:45 but they didn’t operate on me till 9:30. But ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-18

I Want To Know What Love Is Series

Contributed by Tim White on Apr 16, 2012

John distinguishes the popular views of love and AGAPE, revealing the supernatural nature of Godly love.

I Want to Know What Love Is 1 John 4:7-13 • Let me make one disclaimer before I begin because I don’t want to lead anyone down the wrong path. • Tonight I am going to speak about the supernatural on several occasions. • I am not talking about divine healing, speaking in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Perfected Series

Contributed by Tim White on Apr 26, 2012

The disciples saw love perfected in Jesus, were able to live it themselves and now testify how love is perfected in us and describes how it looks in a fallen world.

Perfected 1 John 4:14-21 • It is really one of the most uncomfortable positions a family can be in. • I don’t desire to pull off any memory bandages before wounds heal, but the seriousness of this topic demands it. • We have all visited a family in the hospital who was faced ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Who God Is And Who God Is Not

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 26, 2012

A sermon about God's agape love and our call to live it.

“What God Is and What God Is Not” 1 John 4:7-21 I served an extremely diverse and great congregation for 6 years in Newport News, Virginia. We came from just about every ethnic group and socio-economic background. One day I was visiting with a young, single mother who was active ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: United Methodist

God Is Love

Contributed by William Akehurst on Mar 4, 2016

GOD 'IS' (emphasized) Love. He doesn't HAVE love, He IS Love. Therefore everything we know about Love, comes from GOD. GOD IS LOVE, and we HAVE love through HIM.

2016.02.14.Sermon.God is Love William Akehurst, HSWC 1 John 4:7-21 GOD IS LOVE It's not that HE HAS love but rather that HE IS LOVE. GOD IS LOVE. WE HAVE LOVE. Illus: Marriages – are they for love alone? – Love vs. Arranged. Both can work out, because LOVE is a choice. We have ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational