Sermons on friend entered me from the back: showing 586-600 of 214,636

Being A True Friend Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006

My subject this morning is not evangelism per say, but something crucial to its success. How can we be the kind of friends that attracts people to Christ and attracts healthy relationships in our own lives?

Being a True Friend Series: Cultivating Healthy Relationships #2 1 Sam. 17:57-18:4[1] 2-6-05 Intro Ted was born to Polish parents in Chicago in 1942. His father was a sausagemaker and times were tough. When Ted was only 6 months old he was hospitalized with a severe allergic reaction to ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Return To Me Series

Contributed by Doug Mccoy on Jan 25, 2019

In the prologue of his prophecy, Zechariah gives us the bad news that we have departed from God but also the good news that we can return to God.

Opening: I’m Not The One Who Moved. I want to tell you my third favorite joke of all time (I may have told it to you before; I’m not sure I have or not; but in any case I am going to tell it to you now): An older couple was riding in their older car. It was one of those cars that has the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 1:1-6

The Faithful Friend For The Fallen

Contributed by Scott Thomas on Oct 25, 2013

This is look at how Peter was restored to do the work of God after he had denied the Lord. We see Peter's Failure, Peter's Foolishness, Peter's Friend, and Peter's Future.

The Faithful Friend for the Fallen John 21:18-24 18 Verily, verily, I say unto thee, When thou wast young, thou girdedst thyself, and walkedst whither thou wouldest: but when thou shalt be old, thou shalt stretch forth thy hands, and another shall gird thee, and carry thee whither thou wouldest ...read more

Scripture: John 21:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Where Love Comes From Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 2, 2022

If we center ourselves on God, abiding in His giving Love, there could be no avenue for the works of the flesh to enter our lives.

Agape - unconditional love (Godly) Storge - family love Philia - beneficial love (brotherly) Eros - romantic love If we center ourselves on God, abiding in His giving Love, there could be no avenue for the works of the flesh to enter our lives. In verses 7-10: • We know that love comes from ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus, The Friend Of Sinners

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Jan 1, 2021

Loneliness is one of the plagues of our time. With so many things to do, so many diversions-- movies, videos, sports, television, night clubs, amusements, the job, etc.--people still find themselves alone.

Loneliness is one of the plagues of our time. With so many things to do, so many diversions-- movies, videos, sports, television, night clubs, amusements, the job, etc.--people still find themselves alone. Along with loneliness, there is a famine of friends. Someone has said, “Friendship doubles ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

You Need To Quit Looking Back!

Contributed by Kahala Bolton on Nov 5, 2009

In order to help you understand where the Holy Spirit was leading me with this particular passage, let’s examine five reasons why we need to remember Lot’s Wife and why we need to Quit Looking Back.

In order to help you understand where the Holy Spirit was leading me with this particular passage, let’s examine five reasons why we need to remember Lot’s Wife and why we need to Quit Looking Back. But before I do that, Is it alright that I give you a little historical backdrop on this, this ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:23-26

Denomination: Christian Church

Friends In Low Places Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 13, 2024

Naaman lived because he reluctantly listened to people who were “beneath” him. He left Syria because of a captured slave who kindly told him where to find healing. He wanted to speak to Israel's king, but it was a prophet’s assistant who told him where to go for healing.

As fall is here, our church family is examining the life of Elisha. Elisha shows us how to remain faithful during challenging times. Our God always leaves His light for us even in the most troubling of times. Elisha’s life is the story of God’s bright light in the darkest of skies. I invite you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-7, 2 Kings 5:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Characteristics Of A True Friend

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 6, 2014

True friendship is a gift of God, and a person who has a true friend should be thankful and appreciate that friendship. David and Jonathan are a beautiful picture of what true friendship is. What are the characteristics of a true friend?

Characteristics of a True Friend 1 Samuel 18:1 - 4 True friendship is a gift of God, and a person who has a true friend should be thankful and appreciate that friendship. CS Lewis said that friends are people that face in the same direction toward common projects, goals – above all, towards ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Back To God: A Personal Reflection SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

What can I give back to the Lord for all the good things He has done for me? This question forms the basis of our sermon, encouraging a personal and thoughtful reflection on our relationship with God.

Today, we will explore a deeply personal and practical question: "What can I give to the Lord for all His blessings towards me?" This question arises from a heart filled with gratitude and a desire to respond to God's goodness. Let us delve into the content of Psalm 116 to find answers. First, we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-19

Topics: Gratitude, Obedience

Psalm 15 - Who Can Enter Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jun 16, 2024

David gives eleven qualifications in this short Psalm that tells us what type of person passes God’s entrance test.

Summer in the Psalms 2024 Psalm 15 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 06-16-2024 That’s a Good Question When you are young, you think that you have all the answers. As you grow older, you realize that you don’t even know some of the questions. Questions are important. Here ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Over My Friend?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 18, 2023

The odds of this world may be against us... BUT GOD CAN HANDLE THIS....

IT IS OVER MY FRIEND… EMOTIONAL GAMES? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Proverbs 18:21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. Proverbs 18:21 (MSG) Words kill, words give life; they're either poison or ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:21, 2 Kings 6:16-18, Acts 28:3-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Cause Me To Hear Joy And Gladness

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Sep 30, 2006

When joy and gladness are lacking it can be evidence of broken spiritual bones. How to get the joy back.

Cause Me to Hear Joy and Gladness Psalm 51:8 Psalms 51:8 Make me to hear joy and gladness; [that] the bones [which] thou hast broken may rejoice. 1. Broken bones 2. Cause me to hear joy and gladness 3. Broken bones rejoicing 1. Broken bones David had broken bones, a word picture of the deepest of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus, A Friend To Sinners Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To note that Jesus loves us despite our shortcomings.

The Gospel of Mark #7: Jesus, a Friend to Sinners Text: Mark 2:13-17 Thesis: To note that Jesus loves us despite our shortcomings. Introduction: (1) “Mark has shown Jesus’ fame and popularity spreading like wildfire. In this next unit (2:13-3:6), he shows opposition to Jesus from religious ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jonathan - Covenant Friend Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 27, 2008

Looks at Jonathan and the characteristics of true friendship and the need for that in our lives.

Jonathan – Covenant Friend A Covenant friend is Committed (v. 18:1-4; 20:16-42) A Covenant friend is Loyal (v. 4) A Covenant friend is Accountable (v. 8) A Covenant friend is Honest (v. 9-15) A Covenant Friend is Christ Centered (many verses, Lord) Jonathon is a good example of a Covenant ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:1-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Despised Friend Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 7, 2008

People refused to heed the Servant of the Lord or His message & for that reason did not experience the power of His arm. For it is through heeding the message that the mighty arm of the Lord brings salvation, to believer & lost alike.

ISAIAH 53:1-3 THE DESPISED FRIEND [JOHN 1: 10-14] Chapter 53 continues to speak of the Messiah, Jesus, who would suffer for the sins of all people. Such a prophecy is astounding! Who would believe that God would choose to save the world ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-3, Isaiah 53:5-8

Denomination: Baptist