Sermons on From Duty To Love:

Living In The Sunshine

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Oct 11, 2011

No good comes to you except it comes from God, and only from God comes good.

The title of the message is “Living in the Sunshine”. From shades of night, to flames of light, He, our dear Lord, lifted me. Find the book of James please, chapter one. In just a moment we are going to begin reading in verse seventeen. Now I’ve told you before that the devil ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

How To Separate Ourselves From The Sins Of The Pharisees

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 22, 2004

Jesus gives us a challenge He gave about the Pharisees. He wants us to show mercy and love to those who need salvation, not just go through the motions of our own religious beliefs

How to Separate Ourselves From the Sins of the Pharisees Jesus said to them, "Be careful and on your guard against the leaven (teaching, corruption, hypocrisy) of the Pharisees and Saducees." (Matthew 16:6) Jesus said to them, "You are those who justify yourselves in the eyes of men. But God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:6-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Saving 1 Corthinians 13 From Hijacking

Contributed by Dr. Bill Mcmahon on Jan 22, 2016

When I did this one I painted a sign that said "Love Is". Each part of a letter was painted in random order until it was finished. I have the people come up at the end and add a stroke.

Freeing 1Corthinians 13: 4-7 from hijacking I am sure that you have attended a wedding maybe this year or at least not so long ago. There are certain things you can expect at any Christian wedding. It’s good to have a bride and a groom that helps, and a pastor officiating the ceremony, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Battle Cry Of Love Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 6, 2018

In Revelation 2:1-7 Christ sees not only our works but our heart. As believers He calls us back to our first love in a Battle Cry of Love. Christ clarifies His expectation for the church.

Today is Super Bowl Sunday, and it’s obvious that a lot of people really love this day. Some love the pure competition of football. Others, are Patriots or Eagles fans. Some paid out as much as $10 000US for a ticket. Some love to tailgate party, others are looking forward to eating their body ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Other

"Lord Your Love For Me Causes Me To Honor You Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jul 18, 2005

A study of lessons that can be learned from the Book of Malachi

Malachi very skillfully provides a very vivid image of the love of God as well as His might and power. Malachi helps us see that the story has not yet ended. God still has promises to fulfill on behalf of His people. The Book of Malachi represents the link between the Old and New Testaments. ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Loves Me

Contributed by Dennis Casanova on Apr 16, 2004

The Apostle John was proud to be loved by Jesus - we are all loved by Jesus and need to proclaim it proudly as John did.

I am new at writing sermons. I invite your comments and assistance (no I beg them) as I wish to grow. This Sermon is short but I feel it says all it needs to say. I have no congregation, no church, no wall full of Christian degrees, there is no reason that you should follow my urgings except ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26, John 13:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Parent-Child Dedication Service

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 14, 2002

A SERVICE FOR CHILD DEDICATION: to impress upon us how God views children and how we are given the joy and duty to care for them in God’s love.

Parent- Child Dedication Service Anyone here want to know a measure of God’s blessing here. I’ve got 4 of them! They are a blessing. They are a joy! They have taught me more about God and His love and His joy. In fact they are spoken of as a “heritage” i.e. a legacy or something that lives on even ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5, Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Love Grown Cold

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 28, 2007

It is not that we loved God. He loved us. God wants intimacy with us. God chose to establish a relationship with His people

Love Grown Cold Malachi 1:6-1:7 Love Grown Cold Malachi Chapters 1-4 (See also "Putting God First") The Book of Malachi begins with Gods declaration: "I have loved you,’ says the Lord" It is not that we loved God. He loved us. God wants intimacy with us. God chose to establish a ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-7

Denomination: Church Of God

The Feel Of Balance: Coping With Stress Series

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Oct 2, 2005

Third in a series on balance based on the sermon titles from Outreach.com. [Note: I switched the order of the three sermons from that which was given by Outreach.com and the middle sermon on the peace of God (Phil. 4:1-7) was given by a guest preacher.]

The Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost October 2, 2005 St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Philippians 4:8-13 “The Feel of Balance: Coping with Stress” A while back, a Tahoma, Washington newspaper carried a story about Tattoo, a basset hound. Tattoo didn’t intend to go ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Father's Deep Love

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 25, 2024

In this story, Jesus leaves the ending open. There was still time for the self-righteous to repent as well. There is still time for you. Have you drifted far from God?

Opening illustration: Play the video “Daddy’s Love.” Introduction: On this ''Father's Day'' we will take an in-depth look at the genuine love of God, which is depicted in the love of the prodigal's earthly father. The sinfulness of the son was great, but the graciousness of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24, Luke 15:30-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Will Water The Waterer?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 16, 2004

Many would love to be the star player on the team. But God needs some water boys to be faithful to their duties. Can we find joy in being a water boy?

CAN YOU LOVE BEING A WATER BOY? WHO WILL WATER THE WATERER? WHAT ARE YOU PLANTING?  By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr.   Kyfingers@aol.com This is a two part series! Many times I have asked God, WHO WILL WATER THE WATERER? We need planters, and we need water boys in the church! 1.CAN WE FIND LOVE IN ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Love Thy Neighbor

Contributed by John Gerald on May 14, 2005

To discover the evidence of a real Christian life.

LOVE THY NEIGHBOR! Rev. John W. Gerald I. LOVE, A GODLY QUALITY Lev. 19:18 Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I [am] the LORD. Vengeance and bearing grudges are ungodly qualities, quite contrary to ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Do You Love?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 15, 2022

We need fervent love that will call us to action in word and deed? DO YOU LOVE ME?

DO YOU LOVE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com #1 LOVE GOD, #2 LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR… LOVE IS NOT OPTIONAL IN CHRISTIANITY! EVERY LESSON JESUS TAUGHT HINGED ON LOVE… Matthew 22:37 Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-38, Romans 13:8-9, John 21:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hallmarks Of Love 1 Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 1, 2007

Exposition of 1 Cor 13:4

Text: 1 Corinthians 13:4 Title: The Hallmarks of Love 1 Date/Place: LSCC, 2/20/05, AM I. INTRODUCTION A. Opening illustration: the lady who wanted to divorce her husband in the most painful way possible. The suggestion was to go and act like you love him for 2 months, and make him believe it, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4

Denomination: Baptist

Rewards From Men Vs. Rewards From God

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 3, 2005

Message discussing doing what is right for the applause of God rather than the applause of men.

Rewards from Men vs. Rewards from God Matthew 6:1-4 May 1, 2005 Introduction I heard about a man who went on a trip to Israel. He was about to enter the famous and impressive Mann Auditorium in Tel Aviv to take in a concert by the famed Israel Philharmonic. The man was admiring the unique ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Wesleyan