Sermons on Bond Of Love:

The Unconditional Love Of God Series

Contributed by Michael Murdock on Apr 28, 2003

Sermon shares the unconditional love of God for his people through the story of Hosea and his marriage to a prostitute named Gomer.

Michael A. Murdock Clearing The Path; Minor Adjustments That Clear the Pathway for Major Life Improvements #1 Based on a series from LifeSteps.org April 27, 2003 “The Unconditional Love of God” Hosea 14:4 Introduction During a revival a certain man came into the meeting and sat in the back row. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-11, Hebrews 12:5-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Rooted And Grounded In Love" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 10, 2003

The fruit we bear will be determined by the soil we’re rooted in (#4 in The Unfathomable Love of Christ series)

“...so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; and that you, being rooted and grounded in love...” I feel it is very important to remind you first of all today, that this is a prayer, and it is a prayer for you. But that does not say it all. Keep in mind who it is who is praying ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:17

Denomination: Orthodox

Love Your Neighbor

Contributed by Gregory Burcham on Mar 6, 2006

Sermon deals with what God’s word has to say about love for our fellow man

Love your Neighbor John 13:34-35 (KJV) February is the month of Valentines, a month that is dedicated to love. As such, it should be no surprise that I have devoted the entire month’s sermons to the subject of love. There are certainly enough types of love to go around. There is brotherly love, ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming Loving & Sacrificial Series

Contributed by Scott Brewer on Aug 7, 2007

Loving others well is the chief evidence that one is a Christ follower.

An Incarnational, Missional People Becoming Loving & Sacrificial 1 John 3:11-24 Is there enough evidence to convict you of being a Christ-follower? Hamilton County Municipal Court Judge John Burlew was on the bench in April when Eric Hine, 43, of Cincinnati, came before him on a charge of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Love One Another Series

Contributed by Robert Wheat on Mar 12, 2014

We know we should love God and love others, but how should we love others? There are several verses commanding us to love one another, and there is no mistaking how we should love when practicing the principles of God's Word.

ONE ANOTHER God gave us one another for a purpose… We are the Body of Christ in this world to stir one another up, build one another up, encourage one another, and most certainly to love one another. In the Old Testament, God gave us His Word for living a life with full purpose. Love ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Baptist

Love One Another

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 1, 2015

If we want to be true followers of Jesus Christ, we too must see life as an opportunity to love, and we must see people as those to whom we have the opportunity of demonstrating genuine Christian love.

3-22--05 Title: The Command to Love Text: “This I command you, to love one another.” (John 15:17 RSV) Bible Reading: John 15:12-17 Introduction Among the great abilities that characterized the life of Jesus was His everlasting determination to practice genuine love toward ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Loving The Brethren-4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 6, 2016

4 of 8. Peter exhorted the aliens to love their brothers & sisters in Christ as they were also loved by God. Christians are to love as they are loved by God. But how are they to live out that love? God’s love is lived out thru an encounter with...

LOVING THE BRETHREN-IV—1Peter 1:22—2:12 Attention: Senior Puzzle A little silver-haired lady calls her neighbor & says, "Please come over here & help me. I have a wonderful jigsaw puzzle, & I can't figure out how to get started." Her neighbor asks, "What is it supposed to be when it's ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Love Builds Bridges

Contributed by Chidi Ejeagba on Jun 29, 2019

Only the true understanding of this God's love will make us fulfill our great commission as Christians

There are so many concepts of love This entry is a post from a singles group on the internet. For all us people who say “I love you” when we have no clue what exactly love is !!! Something to ponder upon… Are your palms sweaty, is your heart racing and is your voice caught within your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Romans 5:8

Love Our Spouses Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Feb 20, 2023

For the love of family, we must love our spouses. But what does it mean to love our spouses? Scripture teaches us that the marriage of a man and woman is a picture of Jesus and His bride, the church. We need to learn to love our spouses as Jesus loves the church.

Introduction Video Ill.: I Love My Wife — The Skit Guys The Stories Behind the Heart Emoji Source: Marilyn Yalom, The Amorous Heart (Basic Books, 2018), pages 219-223 Copied from Preaching Today https://www.preachingtoday.com/illustrations/2022/august/stories-behind-heart-emoji.html   The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33, Titus 2:3-5, Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unforced Rhythms Of Grace

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 9, 2011

Shows how the Lord has come to set us free from the bonds of religion.

*Note: I use a variety of sources. The thought is original for me. So if you see similarities in some ideas it is because of research. Title: The Unforced Rhythms of Grace Theme: To show the rest that we have in Christ and His Spirit Text: Matthew 11:28-30 "Come to Me, all you who labor and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Church Of God

A Pattern For Life And Love Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 2, 2002

Exposition of Romans 12:11 regarding diligence and laziness.

“The Pattern for Life and Love” Romans 12:11 Review I. Receive the gift of righteousness II. Apply the Gift of Righteousness III. Place of Israel in the God’s Plan of Salvation IV. Live the Gift of Righteousness • Dedicate fully your body and soul to God’s service • Renew your thinking ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"Understanding The Love Of Christ" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 21, 2003

Understanding the breadth, length, height and depth of Christ’s love only comes from the Holy Spirit (#5 in the Unfathomable Love of Christ series)

“...that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge...” That’s a pretty ambitious title for a sermon, isn’t it? Some might even say ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:18-19

Denomination: Orthodox

The Influence Of Loving Kindness Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Payne on Aug 1, 2014

Through the story of David and Mephibosheth Jeff demonstrates the influence of loving kindness in the lives of those who are far from God.

The Influence of Loving Kindness Luke 6:26-35; 2 Samuel 9; 1 Kings 15:5 This morning we need to talk about putting on something that, when you first hear it may sound full of weak emotions and sentimentality. But it’s actually far more strategic than it is sentimental, weak or soft. But when ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Love Of God-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 16, 2021

1 of 5. Paul highlighted the necessity of self-giving love to the proper outworking of Christian living. Self-giving love is essential to true Christianity, but How or in what ways is it essential? As A Christian, the Love of God must...

The LOVE Of GOD-I—1Corinthians 13:1-13 Attention: Valentine’s Day is upon us, & our society is confused about the meaning of ‘love’, because it can carry a variety of meanings. In our society ‘love’ is most often portrayed thru books, movies, & television in a sentimental sense or a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Faith, Hope And Love Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 23, 2019

Authentic faith produces good things. This message is the first in a series on 1 & 2 Thessalonians. Thanks to Pastor Derrick Tuper for his thoughts that contributed to this message (see notation in text)

Paul couldn’t stand it any longer. He had to know how the church in Thessalonica was doing. After all, he had poured himself into that congregation and sacrificed deeply to teach its members the gospel. But now Satan was attacking it with persecution, doubt, and trial. Were the believers ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational