Sermons on Friendships:

Assimilation: Making Insiders Out Of Outsiders Presenter Copy

Contributed by John Putty on Apr 7, 2011

A lesson for your leadership on Assimilation. For more information, see student copy description.

ASSIMILATION Making Insiders Out of Outsiders Rev. J. Kevin Putty, Presenter Matthew 28:19-20 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Will Your Life Look Like When He Returns Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Apr 19, 2023

Jesus is coming back. The Bible promises it. What will your life look like when He returns?

Introduction One of the greatest promises found in the Bible is the return of Jesus Christ. The Bible tells us no man will know that day or time of His return. He will come like a thief in the night- unexpectedly. And it will be so sudden that no one will have time to prepare. If you are not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:14

Denomination: Baptist

Lost And Lonely Series

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jun 7, 2006

If you are lonely, Elijah discovered that there are resources to be found in the presence of God.

Lost and Lonely I Kings 19:1-14 June 4, 2006 Awhile back, I got hooked on the television series “LOST.” For those of you who don’t watch it, the show is about the survivors of Oceanic Flight 815 which crashed on a deserted island in the Pacific Ocean. They run into all sorts of surprises and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Sanctification: Limitations Of The Law Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Jul 30, 2025

Do you know what God expects in the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:1-17)? What if you knew the purpose of God’s Law that would allow you to find joy in obedience instead of despair in failure? Get ready to learn more about the relationships between Christians, the law, and God!

(If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) Sanctification: Limitations of the Law Romans 7:1-12 For those who have been with us on Sundays in January, you know our church's theme for 2013 is Peace-making. Making ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-12

Denomination: *other

"more Deeply"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 14, 2019

Paul shares in this letter to Philemon we can Share more deeply, contribute more deeply, fellowship more deeply, communion more deeply.

More Deeply Share more deeply, contribute more deeply, fellowship more deeply, communion more deeply 1. Paul’s letter to Philemon • The letter is a very personal message to a man who is a slave-owner. • In the letter, Paul encourages Philemon to forgive a runaway slave and welcome him back — not ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1

Denomination: Methodist

Being At Witness Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Jun 23, 2008

Learning how to share our faith means being willing to walk across the room. This entails relationship building, doing favors and listening to the Spirit’s lead.

BE060808 WHO DO YOU LOVE 13. Be Good News First (TITLE SLIDE) INTRO A couple of years ago, after listening to a talk by Dan, I looked more carefully at my behavior in mixed crowds of Christians and non-Christians. I noticed one day at the Y that there was this strategic distance I had created ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:9-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grace

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Oct 14, 2005

We must be content with who we are and the situation that we are placed in, for the Grace of God will sustain us. Not putting your trust in man but in Gods Grace.

Grace What is Grace? (1.) Of form or person. (2.) Favor, kindness, friendship. (3.) God’s forgiving mercy. (4.) The gospel as distinguished from the law. (5.) Gifts freely bestowed by God; as miracles, prophecy, tongues. (6.) Christian virtues. (7.) The glory hereafter to be revealed. For the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Work In Progress

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Feb 20, 2008

Every thing you do in God is to be enjoyable and not miserable. This sermon will challenge you that trials and tribulations come to grow you into the person God has called you to be.

John 15:1-11 The verses below describes an allegory not a parable. A parable is realistic; but an allegory may not be. In an allegory, Christ might be a door or a vine, believers might be sheep or branches. v. 1 – I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. Pruning – (v. 2 – he ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Extreme Makeover: Soul Purification Series

Contributed by Todd Bishop on Mar 30, 2007

Everyone has something in their life that needs to be made new.

Four weeks ago we started our new Super Series – “Extreme Makeover: Soul Edition.” In that first week we learned that we need a SOUL TRANSFORMATION … that means being “Jesus with skin on” more than simply wearing a “Jesus costume.” God desires for each of us to wear much more than a Christian ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Choosing Friends

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 26, 2001

An exhortation to choose friends wisely.

Choosing Friends It could be said that we live in an age of strangers. Very few folks meet at the fence anymore for a friendly chat and most folks do not even know the names of their neighbors. With varying work schedules and so many things we need to do and want to do, there is very little ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:33, Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Baptist

Building Relationships Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 20, 2012

In God's Word there is instructions on how we are to build and maintain relationships with the Lord and with others.

Building a relationship 1 John 4:7-16 Introduction- I am excited this morning to begin a new series entitled “Nuts and Bolts of life.” We will not race through this series because I think that a lot of times we take some things for granted only to find out that we don’t know as ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-16

Denomination: Nazarene

Nursing Home - Loving Your Neighbor Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Billhimer on Jan 9, 2025

I’d like to Start with a few questions: ● Was it difficult for you to move into this care home? ● How difficult was it? A Little? Very difficult?

(These questions can be conversational if there is time. Many residents will want to share how their experience went. Listen closely and take note. Otherwise they are simply relational to inspire residents to act based on their compassion and empathy having been through the same process as new ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, 1 John 4:7-8, 1 John 4:9-10, 1 John 4:11-12

The Greatest Gift Of All Time: Being Known By Someone

Contributed by Luciano Lombardi on Mar 9, 2001

In a day and age where people evaluate each other by what they know, God has revealed to men and women the privilege of being known by someone.

The Greatest Gift of All Time: To Be Known By Someone Subject: Friendship Theme: Friendship with God and Others Text: 2 Timothy 1:1-18 Time: Sunday Morning March 11, 2001 Question: Have we realized this Greatest Gift? Introduction: In Fyodor Dostoyevsky’s novel The Brother’s Karamazov, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Adultery

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 8, 2012

Adultery happens in some marriages but there is another type of adultery that takes place much more often – Spiritual Adultery.

Dr. Mike Fogerson May 20, 2012 Introduction A Do you remember when Sandra Bullock won her Golden Globe for her role as Leigh Anne Tuohy in “The Blind Side?” 1 In her acceptance speech she said of her then husband, “I love you. You are so hot.” a She was married to the ...read more

Scripture: James 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Uncovering The Deception Of Hidden People. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 27, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the concept of hidden people, how to identify them, and what we can do to protect ourselves.

We often think of our homes and friendships as safe havens, free from deception and hidden agendas. However, the truth is that there are hidden people everywhere, even in our closest circles. These People may present themselves as trustworthy and loyal, but beneath the surface, they may be hiding ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15