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The Heart Of Christmas Is Love Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 22, 2022

This is an adaptation to the Sermon Series pack from Sermon Central

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org ? Let’s be honest. As we celebrate Christmas day with friends and family, there will most assuredly be a gift that you have to figure out how to respond to without hurting someone’s feelings. Your brain may be ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5, Ephesians 1:3-14, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

Building A Culture With A Long-Term Charitable Viewpoint Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 21, 2009

We have a duty in charity to address issues of massive disparities in economic development and incomes.

November 23, 2009 Bl Miguel Pro Caritas in Veritate The Old Testament had particular contempt for those who oppressed widows and orphans. In a male-dominated society, where women were almost like property rather than equal partners in a marriage, being a widow, particularly a childless one, was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-4

Denomination: Catholic

The Influence Of Loving Kindness Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Payne on Aug 1, 2014

Through the story of David and Mephibosheth Jeff demonstrates the influence of loving kindness in the lives of those who are far from God.

The Influence of Loving Kindness Luke 6:26-35; 2 Samuel 9; 1 Kings 15:5 This morning we need to talk about putting on something that, when you first hear it may sound full of weak emotions and sentimentality. But it’s actually far more strategic than it is sentimental, weak or soft. But when ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Cry From The Depths Of Despair PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 26, 2024

This sermon explores Psalms 130:1-8, emphasizing the transformative power of divine forgiveness and the enduring hope found in God's unfailing love and redemption.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we are privileged to share in the wisdom and love of our Almighty God. Today, we will be turning our hearts and minds towards the profound verses of Psalms 130:1-8. This passage, rich in its depth and breadth of emotion, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 130:1-8

Topics: Penitent Sinner's Hope, God's Mercy

Love Is

Contributed by Darian Catron on Feb 10, 2021

What is love? How will I know love when I see it? Is it just something I feel inside? Is it just a word we say? What the World says about love and what the Word says about love are two very different ideas.

INTRODUCTION: Illustration/Story/Quote/Statistic- One of my main languages is music, so I’m going to be quoting some popular songs of my era that talk about love this morning since it is, after-all, Valentine’s Day. I hope you don’t mind. In the popular 80s song by the group Foreigner, the lead ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-18, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Breaking Down The Walls That Separate Us From The Manger Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Dec 13, 2012

Over thousands and Thousands of years, God has been trying to convey His message of love to mankind. On the first Christmas morning, He did the ultimate on this. Yet, some of us still stay away from the Manger

Breaking Down the walls between us and the manger We are closing in on yet another Christmas season. The air is already filled with festivities, and people are thinking about cakes, candies, great food, carols, decorations, gifts, new cloths, holidays, travels, family get togethers and everything ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is From Everlasting To Everlasting Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 6, 2013

Because God is God and is from everlasting to everlasting, meaning He has no end, here is what takes place on earth. 1- God determines our days on earth 2- God sees all our secret sins 3- God demonstrates compassion on His servants

INTRO.- Nothing lasts forever. When and where have you heard that statement? There are novels, films and songs by that name. And many people subscribe to that idea in life. It’s like the old saying, “You only go ‘round once in life so grab all the gusto you can.” Someone said it this way: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-10, Psalm 90:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Learning A Lot From Lot

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 26, 2013

Lot's life demonstrates where we go when we look at what we like instead of looking up for the Lord's guidance. Loving God is learned through life's challenges more than life's pleasures.

Lot’s name is mentioned only 4 times in the New Testament. Three times in Luke 17 and once in 2 Peter 2:7. In both places the scriptures are talking about God’s judgment. Here are the places and contexts: Luke 17: 26 And just as it happened in the days of Noah, so it will be also in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Tension To Certainty - Short

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Mar 20, 2018

The tension Jesus must felt as He approached His passion must of been tremendous but He knew it was His Fathers will. A will of Love.

From Tension to Certainty - short John 12:27-34 IT was Jesus’ claim that when He was lifted up. He would draw everyone to Him. There are some who take this to refer to the Ascension and who think that it means, that when Jesus was exalted in His risen power. He would draw everyone to Him. But ...read more

Scripture: John 12:21-34

"God Is Constantly Delivering Us From The Various "Imprisonments” Of Life.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Nov 9, 2001

Year C. twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost Psalm 98, November 18, 2001 Title: “God is constantly delivering us from the various “imprisonments” of life.”

Year C. twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost Psalm 98, November 18, 2001 Title: “God is constantly delivering us from the various “imprisonments” of life.” Psalm 98 “1 O sing to the LORD a new song, for he has done marvelous things. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 98:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

We Know We Have Passed From Death To Life

Contributed by Glen Lawhun on May 23, 2004

We know we have passed from death to life if we love the brethern.

We know we have passed from death to life because… I John 3:7-15 1. Read I John 3:7-15 2. I John 3:7 Little children, let know one deceive you…. a. (do not let the devil trick you into thinking you love someone by saying, “I love him but I don’t like him!”) (I John 3:18) b. Col. 2:8 Beware ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:7-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Marriage, God's Love Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 28, 2018

A key truth to grasp for enjoying love until death do you part is to understand the love that comes from God is different from the world’s view of love.

Marriage, God's Love A key truth to grasp for enjoying love until death do you part is to understand the love that comes from God is different from the world’s view of love. The Apostle Paul wrote, “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Government From God's Point Of View Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 10, 2023

Jesus wants us... 1. To know He designed government for our good (vs. 21). 2. To recognize the dangers of ungodly government (vs. 15-18). 3. To fulfill our godly duties to government (vs. 18-22). 4. To be fully devoted to God (vs. 16, 18-22).

Government from God's Point of View The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 22:15-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared January 10, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 22:15. Jesus was in Jerusalem to die on the cross for our sins. The city and surrounding villages were crowded with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Of These Is Love Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

America is adrift without a moral standard, a moral anchor, and until we get back to the word of God, we’re going to get further and further away from God’s standard.

INTRODUCTION During World War II when the Nazis were bombing London, there was an Anglican Church that had a statue of Jesus with his arms outstretched on their lawn. The caption below the statue read, “Come unto me all you who labor and are heavy laden.” As the bombs fell, the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Courageous Love Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Apr 15, 2024

God loves us with a brave and sacrificial love, and this love should overflow from our hearts into the lives of others. To love courageously means putting others' needs before our own and being moved with compassion.

Hey guys! You know how we all love superhero movies, right? The hero always sacrifices for others, fights the bad guys, and saves the day. Well, guess what? We have a real-life superhero, and His name is Jesus. He showed us the ultimate love by giving up His life for us. And He wants us to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-24, Luke 10:30-35, Philippians 2:5-8

Topics: Divine Inspiration, Selfless Love, Spiritual Courage, God's Love