Sermons about Ecclesiastes 4:1-16

How To Be A Good Friend

Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 17, 2001

based on 490 ratings

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Here are some practical biblical principles for not only being a good friend, but also for making good friends.

Jackie Robinson was the first African-American to play major league baseball. While breaking baseball’s "color barrier," he faced jeering crowds in every stadium. While playing one day in his home stadium in Brooklyn, he committed an error. His own fans began to ridicule him. He stood at second ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Living Wisely As Fathers Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 17, 2001

based on 49 ratings

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How investing in key relationships helps fathers to live wisely as we examine Solomon’s legacy.

“Living Wisely as Fathers” Text: Eccl.4:4-12, 1 Kings 11:1-10 Sermon series Living Wisely in a Meaningless World. Based on book of Ecclesiastes. By Rev. Andrew Chan, PBC, Vancouver, BC June 17,2001 First, happy father’s day to all you daddies! According to a story found on Toronto Star the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:4-12, 1 Kings 11:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

I Saw The Tears Of The Oppressed.

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

based on 81 ratings

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We should pray for those around the world who are persecuted for their faith.

"I Saw The Tears of The Oppressed..." Ecclesiastes 4:1 When we woke up this morning we made a decision that we were going to go to church. Our decision was based upon ruling out the other options that presented themselves to us. Some of us struggled with whether or not to sleep in since it has ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer - If Two Agree

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 23, 2002

based on 58 ratings

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The importance of small group prayer

Prayer – If Two Agree Prayer is one of the foundational practices in the Christian life, yet is probably the most neglected aspect of the Christian life. A Christian who has a weak prayer life has a weak spiritual life or will have a weakening spiritual life. There is no way to achieve the kind ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Mark 11:22-26

Denomination: Baptist

Friend Day Sermon Series

Contributed by Ken Kersten on Nov 8, 2002

based on 128 ratings

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Popular TV theme songs through the years such as "Friends", "Cheers", and "All in the Family" reflect the need in our society to find a place of togetherness and belonging. God’s Word has always known and revealed this deep need within people as well as

Ecc. 4:9-12 Popular TV theme songs through the years such as "Friends", "Cheers", and "All in the Family" reflect the need in our society to find a place of togetherness and belonging. God’s Word has always known and revealed this deep need within people as well as the Church’s responsibility to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-21, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Cord Of Three Strands

Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 18, 2002

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"A threefold cord is not quickly broken" Ecclesiastes 4:12.

Theme: A cord of three strands Text: Ecclesiastics 4:9-12; Matthew 19:1-9 Marriage should follow the same pattern that God Himself established at the dawn of human history at the marriage of Adam and Eve. In that marriage we can almost picture Eve coming to Adam on the arm of the Lord Himself. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-9, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wedding Sermon No 1

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 18, 2007

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The key ingredients to a Christian marriage are: 1.The presence of God in the marriage 2.The realisation that we have married our husband and wife – warts and all and 3.The reality that we have to leave home not just physically but mentally too.

Christian Marriage Story: A young courting couple approached the gates of Paradise and knocked on the door. St Peter appeared and beckoned them in. As the young man approached St Peter he said: “Before we come in can we ask: Can you get married in paradise” St Peter replied. “I don’t know off ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:12

Denomination: Anglican

Focus On Five Meaningful Relationships Series

Contributed by Greg Carr on Mar 23, 2007

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It is important to build meaningful relationships within the church. We should connect with like-minded people so we can build each other up, worship, learn, and minister together. We will love each other and stand together through all things.

LET’S PRAY Father we ask for Your anointing on us today. Place Your anointing on me as Your messenger today. God move in our lives. Rip open the heavens and visit Your people today. Open our eyes so that we may see Your Word. Open our ears so that we may hear Your Word. Open our minds so that we ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Point: Develop Friendship Series

Contributed by Todd Bishop on Mar 28, 2007

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The second point of life is to develop friendships.

Two weeks ago we started our series, “What’s the Point?” We learned that discovering the POINT is really about realizing our PURPOSE! Proverbs 19:21: “You can make many plans, but the LORD’s purpose will prevail” (NLT). Last week we discussed that the 1st point of life is to DISCOVER GOD! In ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

12 Keys To Abundant Living: Community Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Apr 5, 2007

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This seventh in the series deals with the idea that Christianity was designed by God to be lived in Community with others.

Fresh Start 12 Secrets for Abundant Living This week we are continuing in our series for the New Year - 12 secrets for abundant living. Remember that this whole series is based on 3 very important principles. 1. God has a plan for your life - Jeremiah 29:11 says “I know the plans that I have for ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: *other

Stepping Stones To Faith: Kindness Series

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 4, 2008

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The fourth sermon of a seven part series, ‘Stepping Stones and Stumbling Blocks to Faith.’

(Slide 1) When I was a few months from graduation from seminary, the church I had attended during college had a position open and I was very interested in it. The pastor had become a spiritual mentor to me and I was hopeful for the opportunity to work with him. When we met to discuss the position ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:4

Denomination: Church Of God

Our Spiritual Metamorphosis: Step 4 – Making Friends Series

Contributed by Paul Dietz on Sep 13, 2008

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5th in the series of Our Spiritual Transformation

Our Spiritual Metamorphosis: Step 4 – Making Friends Ecclesiastes 4: 9-12 We now have arrived at step number four of our thoughts about Spiritual Transformation or Our Spiritual Metamorphosis. It has been a learning process for all of us. I personally have discovered new territory as I have ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: *other

Get Connected

Contributed by Douglas Turner on Sep 15, 2008

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A new set of equations to help us understand the importance of Christian Community.

The book of Ecclesiastes is the reflection of an old man who had examined his life and the lives of those around him. As the author reflected on man, he discovered that people pursue many things that are without value or meaning. Knowing that he was approaching the end of his journey, the author ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry And Meaning Of Friendship Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 16, 2008

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We have a fundamental need and desire to be in relationship to other people. God knew that and so God gives us the gift of companionship and help from each other. You and I were created for relationship with each other.

The Ministry and Meaning of Friendship Genesis 2:18, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, John 15:1 David W. Smith writes Chuck had been perhaps the most hard-working salesman in his company’s history. He usually spent 65 to 75 hours a week at the office when he wasn’t traveling. And when he was on the road ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Methodist

Escape From Lonesome Valley Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Sep 24, 2008

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There are numerous that we face that can pull us and distract us from serving the Lord. It is important that we know the Word of God, so that we maybe able to escape from their pull.

Escape from Lonesome Valley Eccl. 4:9-12 Intro In our evening services we have started a sermon series entitles, “Salvation from Destructive Emotions.” I am not leading this series, because I am a psychologist or psychiatrist. I am leading us through this series, because there is a vast realm ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

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