Sermons on Friendliness:

Salt And Light

Contributed by Andrew Warriner on May 22, 2013

By adopting the qualities of salt and light into our lives, we can make a difference to the immediate world around us.

Salt and Light Introduction. If you were to ask anyone with a basic knowledge of the Bible about the Sermon on the Mount, they would probably quote at least one of the Beatitudes. However, the Beatitudes are a part, an important part but only a part of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Darkest Day Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 8, 2012

The death of Jesus Christ is at the same time the deepest darkest day in human history and the beginning of the most promising era in human history. Though the physical agony great, the spiritual agony was even greater for our Lord.

Mark chapter 15 contains three main elements—the time before Pilate, the crucifixion, and the burial. All of Jesus’ life and His entire three-year public ministry focused toward this point. It is mankind’s darkest hour but is the beginning of a turning point in the history of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-41

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Tangible Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 29, 2016

G.U.T.S: Tangible- Let's talk about 5 tangible expressions of love from the one another's of the New Testament (Series idea from Mike Mack in his book, Small Group Vital Signs, pgs. 103-111; Outline from Gary Chapman's book, The 5 Love Languages)

HoHum: Needed: A Valentine Card Today is a special holioday, what is it?  That's right -- Valentine Day. It is a very special day because it is a time when we tell our friends, family, and sweethearts how much we love them. One way we do that is by sending Valentine cards. Valentine cards may be ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Could I Go But To The Lord

Contributed by Roger Roark on Mar 14, 2016

When trouble comes, who can I turn to?

Where could I go but to the Lord is one of my favorite hymns. Living below, in this old sinful world Hardly a comfort can afford Striving alone, to face temptation's sword Where could I go but to the Lord? Where could I go, oh where could I go? Seeking a refuge for my soul Needing a friend, to ...read more

Scripture: John 6:66-69

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Integrity

Contributed by David Simpson on Jun 16, 2017

A sermon on Integrity using my own father as an example. This was originally presented as a Father's Day Sermon, but can be used for any occasion when preaching on integrity. Main points come from Old and New Testament scriptures on integrity.

Sermon June 18, 2017 – Father’s Day Lanier Christian Church David Simpson Living With Integrity SLIDE #1 Proverbs 10:9 My dad is 88 years old. If I were to define him in one simple sentence it would be, “He is a man of integrity”. What exactly does the word “integrity” really mean? ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:9, Job 27:5, 1 Chronicles 29:17, Psalm 25:21, Mark 12:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Six Words That Make A Big Difference! Series

Contributed by Tony Fox on Mar 31, 2016

Peter writes here about six things that are relevant in the Body of Christ.

Six Words that Make a Big Difference March 13, 2016 (1Peter 3:8-12) Command Baptist Church ILLUSTRATION on DIVISION – Could we agree this evening that we are living in a very disruptive and divided world? I think we can agree on that. Any thinking person can see that there is much ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

In Everything Give Thanks

Contributed by Howard Gwartney on Nov 16, 2018

Thanksgiving message

In Everything Give Thanks INTRO. The 102 Pilgrims were crammed into the Mayflower’s hold (which was about the size of a volleyball court). Compound the misery of such cramped quarters by a lack of light and fresh air (all the hatches were battened down because of foul weather). Add a diet of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

Issues In Aging: Part Ii Series

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 17, 2015

MOST OF THE CHANGES WE SHALL SEE IN LIFE WILL HAPPEN IN OUR SENIOR YEARS. MANY WILL NOT BE PLEASANT AND WILL BRING ABOUT A MIXED BAG OF RESPONSES, HOW DO WE MINISTER TO THOSE WITH DIMENTIA AND ALSHEIMERS AND THEIR FAMILIES?

ISSUES IN AGING: PART II ROMANS 12:9-18 TODAY WE ARE GOING TO CONCLUDE OUR SERIES ON ISSUES IN AGING, BY LOOKING AT THE CHALLENGES THAT WE WILL FACE, IF WE HAVEN’T ALREADY, AS WE GROW OLDER. ONE PERSON I READ COMPARED OUR SENIOR YEARS TO THE FOURTH QUARTER OF A FOOTBALL GAME. YOU COULD ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-18

Denomination: Baptist

Real Love- Part 1 Series

Contributed by Kiruba Stephen on Feb 16, 2022

In part 1 of the message entitled Real Love, we explore the definition of God's love versus the world’s love.

Worldly love is selfish and politically correct but not good necessarily. It is also anti-Christian. Worldly love has no love or room for God. You see that all the time. You see that on the streets. You see that at festivals. You see that at gatherings of families. You see that at parties. You see ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37

Motives Guided By Love

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Sep 3, 2022

Whatever we do in the service of God and for the blessings of man, our motive has to be guided by love in order to be acceptable unto God

Motives Guided by Love Study Text: 1 Corinthians 16: 13 - 14 Introduction: - The command to love is at the heart of what it means to be a Christian. Jesus preached that to love God and others are the greatest commands, and the call to live a life marked by love is a consistent message found ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Choice Vs. Emotions

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 16, 2022

It is interesting to note that in John 21 two different kinds of love are being presented. The first two times Jesus says “Lovest thou me more than these,” He is using the Greek word agape for love; the third time He uses the Greek word phileo. But does it matter?

It is interesting to note that in John 21 two different kinds of love are being presented. The first two times Jesus says “Lovest thou me more than these,” He is using the Greek word agape for love; the third time He uses the Greek word phileo. All three times Peter uses the word phileo. Does it ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Goodness Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 27, 2021

You will recognize them BY. THEIR. FRUITS.

August 22, 2020 We throw the word “good” around a lot: • That was a “good” sermon - Pastors really like that one…. ??? • She is really “good” at math. • Fresh vegetables are “good” for you. • He is a “good” singer. The word “Good” suggests a desirable quality and "Goodness" ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16-20, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Five Steps To Getting Along

Contributed by Michael Mays on Jun 8, 2021

Church people are more famous for our bickering than our brotherly love--why is that?

Ephesians 4:25-32 25Therefore, having put away falsehood, let each one of you speak the truth with his neighbor, for we are members one of another. 26Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, 27and give no opportunity to the devil. 28Let the thief no longer steal, but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Fathers Day

Contributed by Anthony Stander on Jun 21, 2021

The message Paul gave to the Church in Corinthia is the same message he would give to the modern day Church, to the men of the Church- be watchful of demonic attacks, stand fast like Christians in a fallen world, behave like men at all times and be strong always.

FATHERSDAY 1Co 16:13 Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong. The message Paul gave to the Church in Corinthia is the same message he would give to the modern day Church, to the men of the Church- be watchful of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13

Great Grace Was Upon Them All

Contributed by John Newton on Nov 22, 2021

Three characteristics of the first Christian congregation

I want to begin by saying what a privilege I consider it, to be invited into this pulpit on the occasion of your anniversary. Karen and I have just been attending over the last five weeks and it are clear to both of us that God is doing great things in and through this church. Thirty-three years! ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Episcopal