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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
Jonathan and David show us how to build, strengthen and continue our friendships (Part 3 in "Fresh Lessons From Former Leaders.")
FRESH LESSONS FROM FORMER LEADERS “Jonathan and David - Best Friends” 1 Samuel 20 In yesterday’s West Australian Newspaper Hugh Mackay quotes an Edith Cowan University study which shows the depth of Australian anxiety and insecurity. In the land of the long weekend - - normally know for it’s ...read more
Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:1-42
Denomination: *other
A true friend will seek to make you a better person.
"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." - Proverbs 27:17 (NIV) Today, I want us to think together about yet another aspect of true friendship. As our passage tells us, a true friend is one who builds you up. They will try to help you become a better person! how? 1. A true friend ...read more
Scripture: Proverbs 27:17, John 15:13, Proverbs 18:24
Denomination: Baptist
What does it take to be a true friend? What are the characteristics of a true friend? See how Jesus is your best friend ... the best friend you could ever have.
“Friends” INTRODUCTION: Friends are wonderful things to have … AMEN? When I was over at Lisa Mathew’s house this week, I couldn’t help notice all the “friends” she had. That’s one of the blessings of growing up in a small community. You have friends that you grew up with … friends you went to ...read more
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12
5 Relationships You Can’t Live Without! Each of these relationships are crucial for you to live a healthy and successful life!
“5” Part 1 – You Need A Samwise I. Introduction Samwise Gamgee, a hobbit, is first introduced in Tolkien’s The Fellowship of the Ring. Samwise is Frodo Baggins’ gardener. Tolkien called Sam the "chief hero". As "punishment" for eavesdropping on Gandalf’s conversation with Frodo regarding the ...read more
Scripture: Proverbs 18:24
Denomination: Pentecostal
This sermon explores the importance of cultivating deep, intentional friendships as a crucial part of our spiritual journey and growth as Christians.
Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, not as mere individuals, but as a collective body of believers, united by the love of Christ and the fellowship we share in Him. It is a beautiful day to celebrate the bonds that tie us together, the friendships that sustain us on ...read more
Topics: Intentional Friendship
WHO IS MAN’S BEST FRIEND? It is not a cat! It is not a Dog! Even though my Boston Terrier is truly one of the best friends I have. IT IS THE LORD JESUS.
MAN’S BEST FRIEND: A Friend’s Day Message PSALM 23 Today is our FRIEND DAY. Some of you are here because one of our member asked you to come and be their friend today. We welcome you and we are so thrilled that you chose to share this time with us. I felt that my message today should ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6
There is such falseness in American churches today. Most relationships are merely a façade. In this “throw-away society” the Church lacks transparency, “realness”. As a result we have become oblivious to the needs of others.
Beyond the Sunday Face · Some will not like this sermon today. · Some will you be mad at me for preaching this. · The Holy Spirit is going to challenge everyone of us. · There is such falseness in American churches today. · Most relationships are merely a façade. · In this “throw-away society” the ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, Hebrews 13:1-3
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
This sermon uses the illustration of the Woman at the well to show how christian friendship and community is developed
On the way to Galilee Jesus passed through Samaria. It was noon when He reached the beautiful Vale of Shechem. At the opening of the valley was Jacob’s well. Wearied with His journey, He sat down here to rest while His disciples went to buy food. The Jews and the Samaritans were bitter ...read more
Scripture: John 4:9-26
Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist
There is a great need today for friends. Friends who are trustworthy, available, and genuine. May God grant us the grace to be such a friend.
BEING A REAL FRIEND © 2001, Dr. Roy Mason But I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you shortly, so that I also may be encouraged when I learn of your condition. For I have no one {else} of kindred spirit who will genuinely be concerned for your welfare. For they all seek after their own ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:19-21
A true friend will improve you.
Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their work: If one falls down, his friend can help him up. But pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up!" - Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 Grooming Your Pallbearers Tim Kimmel - President of Generation Ministries My wife, Darcy; and I ...read more
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
What friends are for.
This morning’s Gospel, while not really very long is filled to overflowing with things for us to consider. There’s no question that the climax of the story centers on the action inside the house where Jesus is resting. That’s what he is supposed to be doing. Resting. Jesus has come back to ...read more
Scripture: Mark 2:1-12
Denomination: Congregational
A message preached by two friends Karl and Ryan. Works well if someone could dual preach with you.
Traits of A True Friend Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 This message was a dual preached sermon. As one person preached the other braided a cord of three strands. OPENING: RYAN:* I wonder why it’s such a compliment to tell a woman she looks like a breath of spring, but not to tell her she looks like the ...read more
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Honest sincere expression of appreciation is the key to getting along with others.
The Big Secret (of getting along with People) Praise Give Honest Sincere Appreciation 2 Cor. 13:11 Ephesians 4:29 I What do People want or need? I disagree with much of what these men teach, but on this point I think they are correct. Sigmund Freud said everything you and I do springs from ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 4:29
Denomination: Wesleyan
Did Jesus live on earth as an illusive, anti-social recluse who hardly cracked a smile? Did He just tolerate people, or did He enjoy socializing?
Jesus, The Social Messiah (John 2:1-12) Questions: Did Jesus live on earth as an illusive, anti-social recluse who hardly cracked a smile? Did He just tolerate people, or did He enjoy socializing? We can find the answer to these questions in our text, as well as a few applications for our own ...read more
Scripture: John 2:1-12
Denomination: Independent/Bible
This message uses Paul’s friend, Onesiphorus, as an example of the kind of friend we should be to one another.
“THE PICTURE OF A FRIEND” 2 Tim. 1:16-18 INTRO – Are we a “friend”-ly church? Not talking about how we make guests feel when they come in, although that is important. - New members sharing some great insights as to what it is like to walk into MBC for the first time. - Room numbers, Wed. night ...read more
Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:16-18, 2 Timothy 1:16-18
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