Sermons on Family Union:

Four Paths To Happiness--Two Are Dead-Ends

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 9, 2014

Of the four roads supposed to lead to happiness, two are dead-ends--the pursuit of pleasure and the pursuit of honor and power--but the paths of service and union with God actually get us there.

Seventh Sunday in Course 2014 Our family has for several years tried each February 2, or thereabouts, to watch the Bill Murray film, “Groundhog Day.” For those of you who are unfamiliar with it, the movie follows Bill Murray as Phil Connors, a weather forecaster for a 2nd rank TV ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Catholic

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing! 1 And 2 Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 8, 2020

Christmas celebrates the birthday of the King of Kings. But what is the nature of this King, and why did He come?

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing! 1 and 2 (topical, first two stanzas) 1. We associate many things with the Christmas season,including presents. 2. One Christmas my husband put an assortment of beauty products in my stocking. I tried one of the facial masks, and was about to wash it off when my ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Luke 2:1-25, Jeremiah 23:5, Romans 5:10, Psalm 2:2-3, Hebrews 1:5-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What The Bible Says About Marriage

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jan 31, 2016

What the Bible says about Marriage is much different in what the world is saying/ Marriage was included as a part of the original creation,.

What the Bible says about Marriage Marriage is an institution created by God. That much is clear from Genesis 2:18-24(NIV). - 18 The LORD God said, "It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him." - 19 Now the LORD God had formed out of the ground all the beasts ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-31

Let's Start At The Very Beginning Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 12, 2015

3 things from Genesis 1-3, one from each chapter (adapted from Andreas Kostenberger's book: God, Marriage, and Family, chapter 2 Leaving and Cleaving, pgs. 31- 39)

HoHum: At Sunday school there were teaching how God created everything, including human beings. Little Johnny seemed especially intent when they told how Eve was created out of one of Adam’s ribs. Later in the week his mother noticed him lying down as though he were ill, and she said, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Slaves By Law – Family Through Faith

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 28, 2014

A look at the privileges of sonship to God that we have through Jesus.

The 1860’s were hard years in MO. Being a “border state,” the civilians of MO were often the victims of abuses by both Union and Confederate troops, not to mention the number of looters who just roamed the countryside and took advantage of the general disarray of the country. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Greatest Force On Earth Is Love. Part 2 Series

Contributed by Efe Oluwatosin on Aug 20, 2019

In part one we discussed the four types of love and how for us to live a healthy and fulfilled life we all need to experience love at all four levels.

In this Part, our focus will be Agape Love. Now let’s look at 1 Corinthians 13:4-8,13 GNT Love is patient and kind; it is not jealous or conceited or proud; love is not ill-mannered or selfish or irritable; love does not keep a record of wrongs; love is not happy with evil, but is happy with the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8, 1 John 4:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Your Family Falls Apart Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 6, 2001

This is the 4th sermon in the "Life’s Challenges" series. This sermon looks at when your family collapses and what you can do.

Sunday Evening November 11, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church, Hobbs, NM Series: Life’s Challenges [#4] WHEN YOUR FAMILY FALLS APART 2 Samuel 13 Introduction: I will never forget the day that I was called to go sit with a 4-year-old that had just watched her daddy kill her mother. The grandparents ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Investment Tips For Growing Family Relationships

Contributed by Merle Mees on Dec 21, 2000

The Bible provides practical and effective help increase the value of our family relationships.

INVESTMENT TIPS FOR GROWING YOUR FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS Selected Bible Texts 5/14/00 AM - Mother’s Day Warren Buffet is one of the richest men in America. In 1997, among the 70 or so people in this country who were worth 1 billion dollars or more, Buffet was the only one of only a few who acquired ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7, Colossians 3:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Family Tree Of Jesus Part 2 Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

· Ruth represents the friendless ones who are victims of prejudice and poverty · Bathsheba represents those who have fallen into sin and must live with its consequences

The Family Tree of Jesus Ruth and Bathsheba Matthew 1:1-17 Scripture Reading: Ruth 1:8-18 INTRODUCTION: Last week and this week, we’re looking at the lives of 4 women who are listed in Jesus’ family tree. Why were these specific women named in Matthew chapter 1 as ancestors of Jesus? ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:8-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Family Tree Of Jesus Part 1 Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

· Tamar represents those who are forsaken and lonely · Rahab represents those who are fearful of the future

The Family Tree of Jesus Tamar and Rahab Matthew 1:1-17 INTRODUCTION: The Christmas season is upon us. For most of us that means Christmas cards, Christmas shopping, Christmas cooking, and, of course, Christmas trees. You might be surprised to discover that there was a Christmas tree ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Were Formed For God's Family Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on Apr 18, 2005

God wants us to love what He loves and that’s the church

“YOU WERE FORMED FOR GOD’S FAMILY” Sunday, May 9, 2004 40 DAYS OF PURPOSE - week 3 We welcome you back to 40 Days of Purpose. This is the third week of our series spanning 40 days from April 25 to June 6. We are asking, and seeking the answer to, the question “What on earth am I here for?” We ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Parenting-Opportunities To Bless Your Family

Contributed by Ray Ellis on May 16, 2005

Regardless of your family situation you have hope. You can experience God’s blessing in your family.

Parenting - Opportunities to Bless Your Family Colossians 3:18-21 Proverbs 22:6 After raising four children and now have fourteen grandchildren I can give you three words for successful parenting, “It is Tough.” For single people two words, “Get Ready.” No one with children says parenting is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-21

Denomination: Free Methodist

Breaking Loose From Family Idols

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 24, 2003

On tonight, we shall look at Some Reasons for Breaking Loose From Family Superstitions. Our Target Text offers FOUR REVOLUTIONARY REASONS FOR Breaking Loose From Family Superstitions.

On this morning, we focused on the truth that the Roots of Idolatry are Deeply Implanted In Our Nature. We receive this tendency from Our Father’s Side of the Family, Adam, the Old Man with his deeds. So much so, that we discovered that Each Family Worships an Idol god. And then we looked at the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:19-35

Denomination: Baptist

There's A Black Sheep In The Family Tree Series

Contributed by Bud Ross on Jan 24, 2005

A study of 5 people in Jesus’ genealogy who had tainted reputations illustrates that none of us have to be chained to our past.

THERE’S A BLACK SHEEP IN THE FAMILY TREE I recently became interested in family genealogy. I found some ancestors who intrigue me, like the civil war veterans and the Baptist preacher who was shot in the back during the Civil War. (I don’t know if he wore the wrong color coat or if his sermons ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17, Matthew 1:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Reach Your Family For Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Magee on Aug 11, 2004

Let’s make a couple of Suggestions that may allow for greater success in reaching your family for Christ.

A. This past week, I’ve had the privilege of spending time with my mother-in-law and my wife’s mother-in-law. Now I have a great mother-in-law, but I would have to say my wife’s mother-in-law is Supreme. (welcome Mom, Happy Anniversary). B. Mother-in-law Joke: While on vacation to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ