Sermons on Building Friendships:

Mixing And Matching? Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jun 24, 2005

Yoked togther with unbelievers in what? Is this talking about marriage, business, friendships? No- it’s a whole lot more challenging than any of those!

Mixing and Matching? 2 Cor 6:14-7:1 WBC 26/5/5pm I had an incredible dream! 3 people (Robin, Liz and I ) were in heaven. Robin had a monkey on his shoulders, bashing him on the head . I asked the angel "why?". Angel replied "he started off well , walked true and straight.... but later on he ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Wounded Friend (4) Series

Contributed by David Richardson on Jul 26, 2005

Friendship is a deeper relationship than the world can offer, or wants to offer. Yet, that is what Jesus offers us. He offers to become our friend.

What are Friends for? Chapter Four The Wounded Friend Isaiah 53:3 He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, and familiar with suffering. Like one from whom men hide their faces he was despised, and we esteemed him not. A good bus driver is one that follows the traffic laws, looks ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Soul Series

Contributed by Greg Lindsey on Mar 7, 2020

Challenging people to build the core essence of who they are as followers of Jesus.

So hey there, good to see you and to have you with us. If you are new thanks for giving us a shot and taking a chance on us with your weekend time. We hope that you really do bump into God in your time here with us this weekend and that you want come back and do this all over again with us real ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:16-28

Temple Builders Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 21, 2022

If you want to build a lasting, vibrant church that perseveres, then start with the right foundation—Jesus Christ. Build a quality structure on that foundation—build up fully devoted followers of Christ. And maintain that structure with unity, godly wisdom, and teamwork.

A New York family bought a ranch out West where they intended to raise cattle. Friends visited and asked if the ranch had a name. “Well,” said the would-be rancher, “I wanted to name it the Bar-J. My wife favored Suzy Q. One son liked the Flying W, and the other wants Lazy Y. So we're calling ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-23, 1 Corinthians 2:2

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Great Commission

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 26, 2002

A great commitment to the Great Commandment and the Great Commission will build a great church

Sermon for 8/25/2002 The Great Commission Matthew 28:18-20 Introduction: Gandhi- If it wasn’t for the Christians... WBTU: A. Sermon on the Great Commandment. A great commitment to the Great Commandment and to the Great Commission will grow a great church. B. Now Great Commission, tied in with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Mark 16:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Kind Of House Does God Live In?

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Feb 19, 2002

I want to share a few building blocks that you might need to build a good place inside your soul for the Lord to live

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: WHAT KIND OF HOUSE DOES GOD LIVE IN? “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:1

Denomination: Baptist

Pray For Everything

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 18, 2013

To know that we have to build our relationship with the FATHER GOD rather than building the things we already have from Him.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have everything? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To know that we have to build our relationship with the FATHER GOD rather than building the things we already have from Him. IV. TEXT: Mark 11:24 (The Message) 11:24 That's why I urge you to pray for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Communication Is Key Series

Contributed by Esther Collins on Apr 14, 2021

This is the 7th devotion from the series entitles, Building Relationships that Last,' and talks about the importance of communication in building healthy relationships.

Communication, we can say, is the life-line to maintaining meaningful relationships. Today, more than ever before, there are myriad ways we can communicate with one another. The advancements in science and technology have placed before us, numerous options to communicate effectively, and the boom ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9, Luke 19:1-10, John 2:13-17, James 1:19, Proverbs 15:1, Ephesians 4:29, Ecclesiastes 3:7, Colossians 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Putting It All Together Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 5, 2022

It's nonsense to build our lives on a lie, but people do it. God calls us to build on a foundation of truth.

There is nothing quite so destructive as a lie. No one wants to be lied to. It is nothing short of betrayal. And no one wants to be lied about. It is an ugly and contemptuous act. The Bible traces our worst problems back to a lie. The serpent, remember, asked the woman whether it was true what he ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Buillding Walls Will Never Make Better People!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 10, 2003

We look at building walls of seperation in the church, are we to be better or bitter?

BUILDING WALLS WILL NEVER MAKE BETTER PEOPLE! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I was a member of THE YOUNG AND RESTLESS in the ENERAL HOSPITAL in the city of DALLAS. I was waiting to see THE DOCTORS. They told me I was at THE EDGE OF NIGHT. My illness was serious. Suddenly I realized ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:18, 1 Kings 19:4-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Leadership Conference

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 28, 2019

This message is addressed to our leaders as we attempt to recast a vision for our church.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH 1. Let’s develop a plan to use our building as an evangelism tool by making it available free for funerals to families who have suffered violence resulting in a death. We can also make the gym available for repasts for free to families who have been victims of violence. Let us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Privileges Of The Redeemed Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 1, 2022

Happy is the nation, happy is the chosen (Psalm 33:12, Psalm 144:15). We would limit to three privileges of the redeemed. The Privilege of Sonship, the privilege of Friendship, and the privilege of Stewardship.

Theme: Privileges of the Redeemed Text: Psalm 107:1-2 Greetings: ‘The Lord is good and his love endures forever.’ Welcome to All Saints. This month we will learn together the privileges given to the redeemed. Happy is the nation, happy is the chosen (Psalm 33:12, Psalm 144:15). Psalm 107 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

Taming The Tongue

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Feb 15, 2004

To encourage believer to use their words to build up others and to be a positive witness with our words

Taming the Tongue James 3:3-12 Purpose Statement: To encourage believers to use their words to build up others and to be a positive witness with our words Our Scripture today is basically about gossip and the damage that it does. There is an old saying that says “Sticks and stones may break my ...read more

Scripture: James 3:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

Cut Out Controversies Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Nov 30, 2010

God gives every guidance and every grace for building a healthy church.

Scripture Introduction Paul and Titus traveled the island of Crete, preaching Jesus. God blessed their evangelist zeal, converting many and creating churches in towns scattered across the land. But caring for these new Christians proved difficult, in part due to the character of the people. ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:9-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Working As A Team Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 2, 2004

I see five team-building exercises that can benefit each of us today.

A newspaper photographer wanted to get pictures of a fire so his newspaper agreed to charter a plane for him. When he arrived at the airport, he jumped into the plane and yelled, “Take off!” Once in the air, the photographer yelled to the pilot to make two or three low passes over the fire. The ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:12-15

Denomination: Baptist