Sermons on Bonding In Relationships:

“gracious Living” - Part Two Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 2, 2014

In living a gracious life, Christ calls us to die to self.

This is the final message on “Finding Freedom In Forgiving Others.” Last time, we began a consideration of our text by noting how Jesus speaks to us about the nature and the benefits of gracious living. Jesus says gracious living is non-judgemental, accepting, forgiving, and giving. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-42

Denomination: Baptist

Gear Up

Contributed by Rajendra Kadia on Sep 22, 2015

What do we need to do to maintain healthy relationships?

GEAR UP! Our relationship with Christ (vertical relationship) is very important . Today we are going to focus on our relationships with others in a family, in a community and in a church. 1. Definition of gear: A gear or cogwheel is a rotating machine part having cut teeth, or cogs, which mesh with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Joy To The World - A Study Of Philippians- Part 1 "Joy In Others" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Nov 29, 2016

Part on of our study of Joy though the words of Paul to the church at Philippi

Joy to the world Part 1 Philippians 1:1-11 As we begin nearing the celebration of the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ The word Joy Becomes a common word The rest of the year It may only be mentioned outside of church When you are trying to decide if you feel like a nut or not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-27, Philippians 1:27

Denomination: Baptist

The Search For Jesus

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Aug 7, 2022

As Christians we all want to get close to Jesus but few are able to develop a close, personal relationship with Him due to focusing on their own needs first instead of the kingdom of God.

The Search for Jesus! John 6:22-27 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Not all Searching for Jesus is Holy The Bible states we are to “seek the Lord while He may be found” for when we “come near to Him, He will come near to us” (Isaiah 55:6; James 4:8). He who has ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

Countering A Divorce Culture

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 12, 2021

Today, we live in a divorce culture; a society without “commitment.” Consumerism causes people to always look for the next best model; and disposability and its take-and-toss attitude has translated into a mindset of divorce.

When asked on his fiftieth wedding anniversary about his rule for marital bliss and longevity, Henry Ford replied, “It’s just the same as in the automobile business, stick to one model.”(1) When he made this statement, Henry Ford was talking about commitment. I want to share a definition of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:2-5, 1 Corinthians 7:12-15, Colossians 3:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Portrait Of A Peacemaker - James 3:17-18 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Sep 23, 2021

This message shows how several of the elements of human wisdom have been dressed up and have found their way into the church. We must beware of those. The message also gives insights into how to convert incidents of conflict into peace in the church and restore broken relationships.

James 3:17 But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. 18 Peacemakers who sow in peace raise a harvest of righteousness. Introduction God will call us His children, if and only if… How ...read more

Scripture: James 3:17-18

Purple Problems Series

Contributed by Justin Lewis on Oct 15, 2019

When relationships go wrong

Purple- Purple Problems When Mixing Goes Wrong When I was 18 years old, my friends and I set out to film our own home video of us doing some stupid stuff. This was long before youtube and tik tok. One of the ideas we had involved a can of spam and a monster energy drink. Just from the start, its ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:6-9, Song of Songs 8:4, 1 Corinthians 7:2

Denomination: Baptist

It Begins With A Changed Heart Series

Contributed by Terry Williams on Aug 26, 2013

A look at the life of Jude and how he changed from an enemy of Jesus, to a bond-servant of Jesus.

Sermon 1 of 11 Jude: A Call to Defend It Begins With a Changed Heart Jude 1 Introduction Jude is 3rd shortest book of the New Testament. It was probably written in the between 60 and 70 A.D. We are unclear on the specific church this letter was written to. Message of Jude is very similar to 2 ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Covenant Verses Contract Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Nov 5, 2023

Are we steadfast in our relationships with God? "I have set the Lord always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved." Psalm 16:8.

Following a Biblical timeline of covenants. We have an understanding of God, is a partaker in covenant, covenant with his people, originally with the Hebrew people it is a fundamental understanding of how God and His people relate. We see this through the Old Testament, and we see it in the New ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:25-27, Romans 9:4, Hebrews 9:15, Hebrews 8:10, Hebrews 8:6-8, Mark 14:24, Hebrews 7:21-22, Luke 22:19-20, Psalm 16:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Hollow Religion Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 21, 2011

Faith is more than going through the motions and appearing holy. True faith seeks God's will and faithfully obeys it.

Isaiah 58:1-12 “Hollow Religion” INTRODUCTION One of the most difficult challenges in any relationship is keeping it fresh and growing. We are tempted to take our relationships for granted, to be distracted by other demands in our lives, and to ignore or neglect these precious ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Freedom Requires Vigilance

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 7, 2014

Never drop your guard or you will be enslaved.

Psa 119:45 And I will walk at liberty: for I seek thy precepts. “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” - Edmund Burke “The truth is that if Israel were to put down its arms there would be no more Israel. If the Arabs were to put down ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

How Paul's Humility Helped Him Maintain Relationships

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

Humility is a key ingredient to any successful relationship. Paul shows us how to take relationships to a higher level

How Paul’s Humility Helped Maintain Relations (Acts 21:17-26) Illustration:I am the least of the apostles. 1 Corinthians 15:9 I am the very least of all the saints. Ephesians 3:8 I am the foremost of sinners. 1 Timothy 1:15 Humility and a passion for praise are a pair of characteristics which ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:17-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wish You Were Here: Finding Balance In Relationships Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 7, 2001

A plea for healthy balance, beliefs, and boundaries in relationships

Postcards from the Past: Finding Balance in Relationships Scripture Reading: 2 John 1-13 He was born in Magdeburg, Germany, in 1905, into a family that for 150 years had traveled throughout Europe, performing in city squares and beer halls as acrobats, jugglers, clowns, ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Should My Relationship With God Affect Me? Series

Contributed by Alan Braun on Mar 22, 2002

Learn how to live in should a way that your relationship with God is obvious to all

The last of the human freedoms is to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances. —Victor Frankl Gen 12 Now the LORD had said to Abram: “Get out of your country, From your family And from your father’s house, To a land that I will show you. 2 I will make you a great ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Our Heads Together About Our Relationships Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on Apr 18, 2005

Improving relationships in our lives

"GETTING OUR HEADS TOGETHER ABOUT OUR RELATIONSHIPS” SUNDAY, JULY 25, 2004 Good morning. We are glad to have you here worshipping with us today. We are on the second part of a seven-part series on “getting our heads together.” We are dealing with it on a variety of topics. Two weeks ago we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed