Sermons on Friend Vs Servant:

He Calls Us Friend, When!

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 12, 2020

In the Word of God, Jesus lays out some truths to live by so we may enjoy being call friend of Christ

He Calls Us Friend, When! Truths to Enjoying the Lord’s Friendship In John 15:10-17, Jesus presents the truths to enjoying being a friend of Christ. Our Lord spoke forth the elements of being a child of God which, involves living in a reverent fear of God, living as Jesus is their Friend and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus A Friend Of Outcasts

Contributed by William Baeta on Feb 15, 2003

“A man with leprosy came to Him and begged Him on his knees, ‘if you are willing, you can make me clean’. Filled with compassion, Jesus reached out his hand and touched the man. ‘I am willing,’ He said. Be clean!’ Immediately the leprosy left him and he w

Theme: Jesus a friend of outcasts Text: 2 Kings 5:1-14; 1 Cor. 9:24-27; Mark 1:40-45 Leprosy was and is a horrible and dreaded disease although today it can be cured. Many of us live near the Weija Leprosarium and are not even prepared to go anywhere near the place although many of the people ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45, 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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

Are You A Friend Of God?

Contributed by John Oquinn on Sep 15, 2018

Abraham's' faith on trial

What does GOD have to say about you? Can you imagine what it must feel like to have GOD reference you by name -- as HIS friend? What would it take to be known as a personal friend of GOD? Abraham is said to be a friend of GOD in two different passages, one of those spoken by GOD. Isaiah 41:8 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gospel Vs. Religion Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jan 18, 2010

This message is from my expository series through the book of Romans.

“The Gospel vs. Religion” Romans 1:8-17 September 14, 2008 Religion is a dud; the gospel is dynamite. I did a little fact-checking on dynamite this week: • It is not the same as “TNT”; in fact, the only similarity between them is that they both ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God's Obedient Servant Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 15, 2011

What do we do when the lights go out in our world? It’s simple: Don’t trust yourself; trust the Lord. Rely on His unfailing love. Rely on His unlimited power, and rely on His obedient Servant, Jesus Christ, who CHOSE to die for us.

Vance Havner was one of my favorite preachers when I was growing up, because had a wonderful, witty way of putting things that really made you think. He went home to be with the Lord quite a while ago, but I remember a story he told about two Indians who from a distance had been watching a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Islam Vs Christianity

Contributed by Phillip Krueger on Nov 12, 2007

This is an overview of Islam and how it differs from Christianity.

What is the Difference between Islam and Christianity? First Christian Church 10-21-07 1. 9-1-1 is the number for emergencies. a) Since September 11, 2001 America has been in a state of emergency. b) Do you remember where you were and what you were doing when you heard that Islamic radicals ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forgiveness -Vs- Victimhood

Contributed by Michael Carter on Dec 2, 2019

Christians whose tenuous relationship with God hangs by some vaporous thread of hope all the while they continue clinging and subscribing to worldly ideologies are seeking forgiveness in the mouth of evil.

Forgiveness I was on a phone call this last week with someone very near and dear to my heart. Just before we ended the long, cheerful Thanksgiving day conversation, I asked a question that I’d not contemplated or asked before. I felt a bit weird even asking it, but there it came out. For some ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:2, Romans 12:18, Jeremiah 17:9, Isaiah 66:2, Romans 2:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

The Characteristics Of A True Friend Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Oct 24, 2006

We need to be and have Christian friends who sacrifice, and encourage us in the Lord.

What are two of the most popular comedies in syndication (reruns) on television right now? Seinfeld and Friends. Why do these shows continue to be so popular even after the show has ended? Is it because they are so well written and funny? Well probably. But it is interesting that they share ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Friend Of Grace: Jonathan

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 7, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a friend of a powerful, influential person? Has it changed your life for the better? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that Knowledge (Jonathan) encourages, befriended, loved and supported Grace

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a friend of a powerful, influential person? Has it changed your life for the better? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that Knowledge (Jonathan) encourages, befriended, loved and supported Grace (King David) IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 23:17 (New Living ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Chose The Right Friend

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 15, 2019

A study in the book of James 5: 1 – 20

James 5: 1 – 20 Chose the right friend 1 Come now, you rich, weep and howl for your miseries that are coming upon you! 2 Your riches are corrupted, and your garments are moth-eaten. 3 Your gold and silver are corroded, and their corrosion will be a witness against you and will eat your flesh like ...read more

Scripture: James 5:5

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

He Is A Friend Of Mine Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 24, 2006

Jesus established His church to be a place where we could develop friendships... and where we could become His friends.

OPEN: Some years ago Collier’s Magazine published a story about a little girl in an orphanage. She was quite unattractive and had many annoying habits, which resulted in her being shunned by the children and disliked by the staff. The director of the orphanage looked for a good excuse to ship her ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Vs. Fear Series

Contributed by Ken Little on Jul 23, 2014

When we step out in faith in power of God we become freed from fear.

Good morning everyone…I just have to say…it has been a pleasure to be spending the last three weeks up here with you…normally in children’s church after talking for like 3 minutes I have to stop my lesson and tell someone to stop poking their neighbor, or to remain in their ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus' Best Friend Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Apr 29, 2013

Beginning of a series looking at twelve followers of Jesus, their imperfections, and their victories. This sermon looks at the life of Simon Peter.

Today we begin a series I have entitled “The Dirty Dozen.” Jesus was always being accused of attracting the worst kind of people. In fact, He said He came to deliver these folks. I thought it might be interesting to examine twelve of these people and discover if perhaps we have some of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:15

Denomination: Foursquare

Friends Don't Let Friends Grab Glory Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 18, 2008

God’s glory is man’s greatest good.

Introduction (Sermon #8 in a Series on the Gospel of John) You have likely heard the slogan, “Friends don’t let friends drive drunk.” The idea is simple: we may feel like doing something, but, in fact, it would be better if we did not. We recognize that we are easily manipulated, the excitement ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed