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What Is True Love?

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jul 5, 2025

What is true love? How do you know if you have found it? In this message, we're going to explore Scripture to find the answers we need to know the love we have is the love meant for us.

There’s a lot of so-called love in our world today that is not really love but is instead based on selfishness and even lust. Many couples marry to satisfy their own selfish needs, realizing later that it doesn’t work. There IS such a thing as true love, which is a selfless love. This is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Divine Revelation And Inspiration Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 2, 2023

To establish that the “word of God” was given to the apostles through divine revelations and recorded by them through divine inspiration. We’ll explore if the truth of God has been preserved during its translation from Greek into our English language.

INTRODUCTION Outline: 1. The Process of Divine Revelation 2. The Process of Divine Inspiration 3. The Process of Human Translation Introductory Remarks. 1. Our lesson today discusses the process of: “Divine Revelation and Inspiration.” In truth, we can only say these two processes, revelation, and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-7, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

17. The Kingdom Parables – The Fifth – The Hidden Treasure – Part 1 Of 4 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 14, 2025

Today we begin the fifth Kingdom Parable, the Treasure Hidden in the Field. It is most interesting and we depart from the usual, accepted meaning of this parable. It really has a very lovely meaning, which we explore over four messages.

17. The Kingdom Parables – The Fifth – The Hidden Treasure – Part 1 of 4 This message is in 4 parts and it is awkward to break it up as it is one whole. I hope it flows well for the reader. [A]. INTRODUCTION TO THE PARABLE So far we have done four of the seven Parables of the Kingdom. They ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44, Isaiah 52:3, Matthew 13:36-38, Matthew 13:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Reigns Over Our Past Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of Jesus' love reigning over our past, emphasizing that through His sacrifice, our past mistakes are forgiven, giving us a fresh start and enabling us to spread hope and God's forgiving love to others.

Last week, on Easter Sunday, we began a new series titled Love Reigns. We celebrated together the miraculous resurrection of Jesus Christ because his victory over death is proof that he is the true King over everything. We committed once again to live under the reign of Jesus’ love so we might ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17-21

Topics: New Creation, Forgiving Love, Reconciliation

Sermon Series: Love Reigns

Easter "messiah" Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 17, 2022

We have been exploring the names of Jesus over this Easter season and today we are going to look at Jesus as “Messiah.” The name Messiah = Christ = King = Anointed One! A name of Jesus packed with meaning and mission, purpose and the Love of God! All verified on Resurrection Sunday.

Video Transition: Life of Jesus from Son of God movie clip Series: Life of Jesus Thesis: We have been exploring the names of Jesus over this Easter season and today we are going to look at Jesus as “Messiah.” The name Messiah = Christ = King = Anointed One! A name of Jesus packed with meaning and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-30, John 1:41, John 3:16, John 4:25-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Taming The Tongue Series

Contributed by Dustin Boden on Mar 8, 2025

🗣️💬 Our words have more power than we realize! In this series, we’ll discover that our words matter, that there are consequences for what we say, and explore how we can use our words for God's glory.

“Taming the Tongue” Introduction: Last week, we kicked off a series called Truth or Trash: What’s Coming Out of Your Mouth? We talked about the power of words—how what we speak today shapes the reality we live in tomorrow. How our words impact our relationships—how they can either be the glue ...read more

Scripture: James 3:5-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Can These Dry Bones Live?

Contributed by Major Stewart on Dec 25, 2025

Can These Dry Bones Live? explores Ezekiel 37, offering hope to weary believers in life’s valleys. This sermon declares that God meets us in dry places, revives through His Word, restores connection, and breathes new life so what seems dead can rise again.

Church, we did not gather today by accident or obligation. We did not come simply because the doors were open or because the schedule told us to show up. We came because somebody in this room needs a fresh word, a fresh wind, and a fresh work from God. On the outside, we look fine. We are dressed. ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Do I Long For His Coming?

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jun 1, 2017

The 2nd coming of Christ is a major theme in the Bible. In 2 Tim. 4:8 Paul talked about the reward that awaits “all who have loved His appearing.” Do I love and eagerly await the coming of the Lord? This sermon explores 4 characteristics of those who do.

Do I Long for Christ’s Coming? 2 Tim.2:7-8 Richard Tow 8/14/16 In 2 Tim. 4:7 Paul was approaching the end of his life. He has been imprisoned by Nero and knows that he will be executed.1 He writes in verse 7, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:7-8, Titus 2:11-14, 1 John 3:3, 1 John 2:15-17, 2 Peter 3:10-13, Hebrews 11:14-16, Hebrews 9:28, 1 Thessalonians 4:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Go Write Your Song: Reclaiming Your God-Given Identity Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Aug 1, 2025

This is the 8th talk and final in an 8-week class called "Trauma and Transformation, Level 1." It explores how true identity is formed—rooted in a relationship with God. It invites participants to reject old, harmful messages and embrace a new identity shaped by God's love.

Trauma and Transformation - "Go Write Your Song: Reclaiming Your God-Given Identity" This is the 8th and final talk in an 8-week class called "Trauma and Transformation, Level 1". The course takes a bio-psycho-socio-spiritual approach to healing. Both Christians and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:16, 1 Corinthians 2:12, Galatians 5:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Zechariah #16: Superficial Religion Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jun 27, 2022

This exposition of Zechariah 7:1-6 explores the issue of the inner motives behind our service to the Lord. How many people go to church, give their money, fast, etc. and are baffled by God's lack of response. Why is there so little power in the church? The text addresses all that.

Intro Our text today is in Zechariah 7. Last week we examined the capstone of the eight visions.i The crowning of Joshua, the High Priest, was a symbolic act prophesying Messiah. Unlike any other, Messiah would be both priest and king. All the promises of God are yea and amen in Him.ii The eight ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 7:1-14, Matthew 23:5, Colossians 3:23, Philippians 2:3, Isaiah 1:12-15, Proverbs 4:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 12 – The Treacherous Nation Will Repent And Be Gloriously Restored Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 22, 2024

Judah in Jeremiah’s time was treacherous and idolatrous. Their LORD was rejected which is still the case today. HOWEVER Israel's future restoration will be marvellous, when in shame and contrition the nation returns to God . These verses at the end of Chapter 3 cover that glorious time.

LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 12 – THE TREACHEROUS NATION WILL REPENT AND BE GLORIOUSLY RESTORED PART 12 - Jeremiah 3:19-25 CHAPTER 3 Today we continue with the remainder of Chapter 3 and look at different aspects in this whole story of Judah’s pitiful state in her rejection of God and her ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:19-20, James 1:17, Romans 8:26-27, John 3:16, 1 Corinthians 12:12-14, Isaiah 10:20, Isaiah 15:2, Jeremiah 3:21, Zechariah 12:10-12, Zechariah 13:8-9, Joel 2:25-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Renewed Strength In Weakness

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 5, 2025

This sermon explores how God's loving discipline and our deepest weariness can become the very place where He renews our strength, reminding us through Isaiah 40:27–31 that those who hope in the Lord will rise, not by their own power, but by His.

Renewed Strength in Weakness Isaiah 40:27-31 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Have you ever been in such dire circumstances that all sense of hope seemed lost? In the very epicenter of life’s whirlwind—when trials strike from every side—you find yourself utterly broken. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Words Series

Contributed by Dustin Boden on Mar 8, 2025

🗣️💬 Our words have more power than we realize! In this series, we’ll discover that our words matter, that there are consequences for what we say, and explore how we can use our words for God's glory.

The Power of Words Proverbs 18:20–21 NKJV 20 A man’s stomach shall be satisfied from the fruit of his mouth; From the produce of his lips he shall be filled. 21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit. Proverbs 18:20–21 NLT 20 Wise words satisfy ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is Jesus The Son Of God? Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Apr 4, 2004

The fundamental question we must ask when we read our Bibles or watch "The Passion" is this: Who is this guy Jesus? This sermon explores his claims and the evidence that he is who he said he is. *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

#3: True or False: Jesus Is the Son of God? “I say to you, before Abraham was, I AM. . .” John 8:58 One of the fundamental questions we have to face when we read our Bibles, and when we watch the Passion, and when we decide whether it’s all true or false is this: IS JESUS REALLY THE SON OF ...read more

Scripture: John 8:58, John 8:24

Denomination: Holiness

Glorifying God By Evangelism Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 28, 2005

This is the last sermon in my series on Glorifying God. In this sermon I explore how we glorify God by evangelism. There are five elements to help us glorify God by telling others about him. These five elements are availability, worship, submission, obedi

Scripture In his book Early Christians of the Twenty-First Century Chad Wallace makes a powerful statement: "Millions of Christians live in a sentimental haze of vague piety, with soft organ music trembling in the lovely light from stain-glass windows. Their religion is a pleasant thing of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed