Sermons on family relationships:

The Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Efe Oluwatosin on Feb 15, 2025

The fruit of the Spirit, as described in the Bible, encompasses a set of virtues that reflect the character of God and are cultivated in believers through the Holy Spirit. These virtues include love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

Let's look at these virtues in-depth to determine how to cultivate them. Love is a commandment. John15:12 NKJV "This is My commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you." Christians are to love people the way Jesus loves us, not necessarily as they love us. Christians ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Discover Fatherhood: Becoming God's Man

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 19, 2009

A good father has a significant impact on his family and community

(adapted from a message by Rick Warren) SPECIAL DAY: FATHER’S DAY TEXT: PHILIPPIANS 2:19-30 TITLE: “DISCOVER FATHERHOOD: BECOMING GOD’S MAN” OPEN: A. Top Ten Things You’ll Never hear Dad Say: 10. Well, how about that? I’m lost! Looks like we’ll have to stop and ask ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Women Reject Expensive, Materialistic, Self-Absorbed Men. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 8, 2024

In today’s society, there’s a growing trend of men who prioritize their physical appearance, material possessions, and financial status above all else.

In today's society, there's a growing trend of men who prioritize their physical appearance, material possessions, and financial status above all else. But is this really what women want? Do they need an "expensive" husband to be happy and fulfilled? The Unwanted Traits: - ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33

Mutual Submission-3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 1, 2016

3 of 3+1. Paul unveiled the vital role of submission inherent to a Christ-honoring marriage & family. Christ-honoring families must operate under the umbrella of submission. But How? Foundational family integrity is found in...

MUTUAL SUBMISSION-III—Ephesians 5:21—6:4 —OR— ‘Foundational Family Integrity’ —OR— ‘A Family’s Integrity in Mutual Submission’ Attention: Grace Udder Pressure: A big city lawyer was called in on a case between a farmer & a large ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How Big Is Your God

Contributed by Kevin Jones on Mar 3, 2010

Having a close relationship with God

How Big is God to You? This morning I want to speak to you in a continuation of the series we just completed. A message that will help you as you put to practice the steps we have talked about the past 5 weeks about making Godly decisions and seeing 2010 become the best year of your life. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Benediction To The Beloved Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 25, 2017

Concluding his letter, Paul offer a final word of grace. He encouraged worship of the Lord, fellowship together, and resting in the Lord's grace. We need to embrace these aspects for a vibrant Christian life.

A Benediction to the Beloved Philippians 4: 20-23 As you study Paul’s epistle to the Philippian church, it quickly becomes evident that they are very dear to his heart. They were his crown of rejoicing, and he longed to come to them once again if the Lord allowed. Having shared much with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Home Sweet Home Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 7, 2011

We have seen Nobody Home, Home Alone, No place like Home, and Home on the Range, now we come to Home Sweet Home.

Intro: 1. There was a conversation between God and Adam. Adam asked, "Lord why did you make Eve with such long, beautiful silky hair?" The Lord said, "So you would like her." "Lord why did you make her so soft and shapely." The Lord said, "So you would her." Adam said, "Lord, she is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Job: The Character Of A Father

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 18, 2024

Job was not just a man who was known for suffering but also as a man of character and presence in his children's lives.

Note: I have studied sermons and devotions on this topic. So I have gleaned from the studies. Title: Lessons from Job and Parenting Theme: Text: Job 1:1 – 5 Opening Scripture Job 1:1-5 There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name was Job; and that man was blameless and upright, and one who ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Raising Christlike Children Part 2 Series

Contributed by Noel Atkinson on Sep 18, 2009

This sermon is part 2 in a series. It looks at intimacy between parents and developing a whole family that serves like Christ serves us.

Raising Christlike Children part 2 This is part 2 in a series on Raising Christlike Children. Last week I touched on the idea that some parents say, “Hold it, Stop the train. I want to get off. My parents weren’t educated, but they just loved us, and we turned out all right. So why make such a big ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Our God And Father Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Nov 5, 2012

Adoption, family love, connection

OUR GOD AND FATHER (Adoption Sunday) 1 Thess 3: 11-13 (p 836) Nov. 4, 2012 INTRODUCTION: How do you get to the place where you genuinely consider someone who is not your Biological Mom or Dad…your mother or father..? I know there are cliché’s and quotes…like ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A House Not Made With Hands

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 7, 2021

A sermon for Pentecost Year B, Lectionary 10

June 6, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 3:20-35; 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1 A House Not Made with Hands Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “We have a building from God, a house not made with hands.” (2 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Lutheran

You Will Be Called Sons Of God-Matthew 5:9 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 7, 2024

The wellbeing of the entire world depends on peaceful relationships in the church. This message is a reminder of the importance of peacemaking, gives instruction on how to achieve it, and examines the reward Jesus promised

Matthew 5:1-12 Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them, saying: 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

The Comfort And Confidence Of Children Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016

There is nothing more comforting for a child, than a safe and loving home. Such an environment fosters growth and stability. The same principle applies for the children of God. Living confidently in Him, we enjoy growth and stability.

The Comfort and Confidence of Children 1 John 3: 1-3 Our text this evening deals with the wonderful love of God and the eternal blessings bestowed on those who have been adopted into the family of God through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ our Lord. There is no greater comfort than knowing one has ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Because We Love Him

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jul 20, 2021

When you are in a relationship, you have obligations. Christians are in a relationship with Christ and with that relationship comes obligations, This message looks at six of them.

Father, we love your presence. We love your presence. We love you Lord and we give you all the glory. You are such a good, good Father. We love you and we give you praise this morning. My grandfather married Doris and I – it will be 44 years in two weeks, July 30 – in a small intimate wedding of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:4-11, 1 John 2:1-6, Hebrews 5:12, Romans 13:1-9, John 13:1-14, 1 John 4:19, 1 John 4:7-10, 1 John 3:16-24, Colossians 1:9-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Missionary God

Contributed by Timothy Cooley, Sr. on Sep 13, 2011

Ever since Adam's Fall, God has been seeking to reconcile the wanderers.

Through all the ages, the God of the Bible has been and is a missionary God! Because God created all things and all people, the message of the Bible includes every human being. From the beginning, Scripture presents the search of God, not only for Abraham or Israel, but for people from every ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26

Denomination: Holiness