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"Lovest Thou Me?"

Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 9, 2018

This message is geared towards building a loving relationship with Jesus Christ

I. "JESUS SAITH TO SIMON PETER, SIMON, SON OF JONAS, LOVEST THOU ME MORE THAN THESE?" - John 21:15-17 A. Let this tender but heart-searching question of our Lord: 1. Come home to our hearts 2. It is not enough for us to believe that He is the Messiah our Saviour B. The fact is: 1. Our personal ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:15-17, Luke 5:11, Mark 10:28-29, Matthew 19:16-21, John 20:15, Matthew 28:5, John 6:24, Matthew 5:46-47, John 21:15, Matthew 10:32, Luke 12:8, John 9:1-30, Mark 16:6, Luke 13:23, John 12:3, Luke 7:37-38, 1 Samuel 18:1, 1 Samuel 20:41, Matthew 15:22-28, 2 Samuel 21:8-10, John 11:36, John 11:5, Luke 7:44-47, Genesis 22:12, Matthew 22:37-40, Deuteronomy 6:4-8, John 21:15-17, John 21:15-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

All You Need Is Love Series

Contributed by Matthew Botha on Aug 12, 2017

God's love is what the world needs

16 August 2017 ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE Key Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3 Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I have become sounding brass or a clanging cymbal. And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and though I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Removing The Cover From Your Christian Relationship

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 3, 2021

I want to challenge you to develop a more authentic relationship with Jesus Christ. As much as we talk about how it's about a personal relationship, do we really take it far enough?

I want to challenge you to develop a more authentic relationship with Jesus Christ. As much as we talk about how it's about a personal relationship, do we really take it far enough? Do we really spend real time with God everyday? Do we really dive deep into the word? Do you in your prayer ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15-16

Denomination: Salvation Army

Playing For The Right Team Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 26, 2016

Worship in spirit and in truth is always directed to God above everything else. I want for my audience to understand how worship tends to get misdirected, and why that is such a grievous error; to know what worship directed toward God truly is

Welcome to the stadium! This is now the 3rd week we’re taking a closer look at worship, and we’re doing that in the context of something that most all of us already think about – a stadium – how, just like a big football game, there are a lot of parallels between what you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sound Judgment And A Firm Foundation (Matthew 7:1-20)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 24, 2024

Jesus' Sermon on the Mount concludes with warnings about hasty judgments and the assumption that the work you do for the LORD is not necessarily a sign that you are one of His followers.

Matthew 7:1-5: The Process of Sound Judgment Judges render decisions in courts of law based upon evidence presented by advocates for both accused and accuser. He examines both sides of the arguments and their merit. He consults with both parties if need be as well as do research on similar ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-29, Luke 6:37-42, Luke 11:9-13, Luke 13:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation Study Series 6 - God's Mysterious Plan Fulfilled Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Feb 17, 2023

Jesus is alive! Jesus is coming back! Jesus wants you ready for His return!

Revelation Study Series 6 - God's Mysterious Plan Fulfilled 11.14.21 Message… Most of you know the story of the Tortoise and the Hare who ran a race. The rabbit was very confident in his ability to win because of his speed. So, much so that along the race he took a nap. While he was sleeping ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Of Vines And Branches Part Three Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Oct 15, 2024

Looking at how Christ-like love is the fruit that results from being connected to the Vine (Jesus). Contrasting the worlds view of love with true, Christ-like love.

Of Vines and Branches (Part Three) Text: John 15:12-17 We are back in John’s Gospel this morning… John chapter 15, verses 12-17, and while you’re turning there, I’ll just let you know, today we are going to be talking about love. And the world has tried to redefine love in our day in age in ways ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17, Ephesians 5:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Building On A Religious Heritage Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 4, 2001

Having a religious heritage can either help us or hinder us in cultivating an authentic relationship with God.

I grew up with no religious heritage at all. As a lot of you know, my childhood was thoroughly secularized. Although I was baptized as a baby, for the most part I lived in an entirely different universe than religion. My mom and adoptive dad believed that religion had a negative effect in people’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Worth Of A Man Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 16, 2002

A man’s role is to be: 1. A man of character. 2. A man of consistency. 3. A man of authenticity.

In the news this week, Rev. Rebecca Ann Steen has applied to return to pastoral ministry in the United Methodist Church. She has been on leave of absence since 1999 from the Baltimore-Washington Conference after serving for 17 years as a pastor. But her application for appointment has been ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Rare And Remarkable Virtues Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 9, 2006

In this sermon Daniel displayed some rare and remarkable virtues. These are personal integrity, steadfast faithfulness, and authentic spirituality.

Scripture Today I would like to continue in my sermon series in the book of Daniel. Please listen as I read Daniel 6:1-16a: 1 It pleased Darius to appoint 120 satraps to rule throughout the kingdom, 2 with three administrators over them, one of whom was Daniel. The satraps were made accountable ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Defusing Duplicity Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 17, 2017

This is the first lesson in a series based on James MacDonald's book, Authentic. This lesson battles the problem of hypocrisy.

1. Fake Cars In the 1970’s, Bradley Automotive sold a fiberglass body kit that fit perfectly onto a VW bug chassis. The body was very modern in style and design, giving the impression that it was an expensive GT or GT2 sports car. On the outside it looked expensive, showy, and modern but on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 4, 2015

Authentic relationships are enhanced whenI give up my right to hurt you for hurting me

This week I ran across a website called ThePayback.com. This paragraph on the home page of that site describes its purpose: ThePayback.com is your home for all of your revenge needs. So you never had a chance to get revenge on your ex-boyfriend or ex-girlfriend? Your current spouse lied to you ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Loyalty Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 4, 2015

Authentic relationships are enhanced when I am faithful to others regardless of what’s in it for me

We live in a culture where loyalty seems to be an increasingly less valuable commodity. We see that reflected in many areas of our lives: • We see that in our jobs. In my father’s generation, most people worked for one company for their entire adult lives. Although the average job ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Integrity Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 4, 2015

Authentic relationships are enhanced when I say what I mean and mean what I say

This morning I’d like to begin with a quote from one of my favorite theologians – Theodor Geisel, probably better known to most of us as Dr. Seuss. In his book Horton Hatches an Egg, Horton the elephant utters these words: I meant what I said, and I said what I meant An elephant's ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

A Woman Of Grace

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Feb 7, 2018

A woman of grace exemplifies a authentic love for Christ Jesus, our Lord and Savior and stands the test of faith.

A WOMAN OF GRACE By Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (February 7, 2018) “For by grace are we saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Friends