Sermons on Genuine Affection:

Meet The First Sister Wives Series

Contributed by Troy Luttrell on Mar 20, 2015

We will learn that despite the decisions (positive and negative) of our family members, it truly is by grace that we can have a successful walk with God.

Introduction: Ill: Deception is prized by our sinful nature. Don Richardson; Papa New Guinea – the people valued Judas I. over Jesus because the best men were the deceivers in their eyes. Jacob will experience this same type of culture. It is bad enough when “deception” is a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Be Overcome

Contributed by Jody Vansickle on May 18, 2020

This is a sermon about trusting and depending on the Lord while responding to the COVID-19 virus. All Scriptures are from the New Living Translation

Romans 12:9-21 9 Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. 10 Love each other with genuine affection and take delight in honoring each other. 11 Never be lazy but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically. 12 Rejoice in our confident ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-12

Denomination: Methodist

Bringing Brothers Together - Philippians 4:1-3 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Mar 25, 2022

Paul models peacemaking by expressing his love, which involves family warmth, heartfelt affection, desire, joy, and satisfaction.

Philippians 4:1 Therefore, my brothers, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, that is how you should stand firm in the Lord, dear friends! 2 I plead with Euodia and I plead with Syntyche to agree with each other in the Lord. 3 Yes, and I ask you, loyal yokefellow, help these women who ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-3

Unfriendly Christians PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The importance of genuine Christian friendship, warns against the harm caused by unfriendly Christians, and encourages us to follow Jesus' example of love and companionship.

Good morning, family. How blessed we are to gather together today, to share in the Word of our Lord and to learn from His teachings. Today, we're going to take a deep dive into an issue that affects us all: friendship. But not just any friendship. We're talking about Christian friendship, the kind ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:17

Topics: Unfriendly, Christian

The Confession App Series

Contributed by Andy Stanley on May 16, 2013

Here’s what you will find in the Scripture—that genuine confession serves as a first step toward repentance.

[For the video elements associated with this sermon, please visit http://store.northpoint.org/life-apps-starter-kit.html.] Well, a couple of weeks ago we began a brand new series called Life Apps, and basically we’re talking about the importance of not just listening, but the importance of doing. ...read more

Scripture: James 5:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love That Multiplies.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 2, 2021

Q&A—What did Jesus say we were to possess if we were truly His disciples? Love for one another! Have you ever wanted to know the heart of Jesus? Listen to Jesus’ prayer—Not My will but Your will be done.

Love That Multiplies. 1 John 3:14-15TPT Have you ever wanted to know the heart of Jesus? Listen to Jesus’ prayer—Not My will but Your will be done. Jesus knew His will might limit what His Father’s will was. The Trinity is always in cohorts. Q&A—What did Jesus say we were to possess if we ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:14-15, Song of Songs 8:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sitting On The Fence Of Salvation

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Oct 20, 2024

This sermon explores the dangers of spiritual complacency, urging believers to avoid lukewarm faith and instead strive for genuine commitment to God.

Praise the Lord this morning, cherished family of faith! It's such a joy to stand before you today, not as a stranger, but as a fellow traveler on this road of faith, a road that is often winding, often challenging, a lot of times hilly leading to valleys of trials, but always leading us closer ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22, 1 Thessalonians 5:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Ultimate Love"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 28, 2003

Because of God’s love believers can experience power over sin, peace, and genuine love.

“The Ultimate Love” John 3:14-21 By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA This question was posed to a group of four-to-eight-year-olds: “What does love mean?” The answers were broader and deeper than anyone could have imagined… “During my ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Practicing What We Preach

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

The charge of hypocrisy, of not being sincere and genuine, of not practicing what we preach, is a charge that continues to plague the church

Once there was a pair of identical twin brothers; one was a pastor, and the other was a physician. It was almost impossible to tell the two men apart. A woman approached one of them on the street and asked, "Are you the one who preaches?" "No," came the answer, "I'm the one who practices." ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Motivate People

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit gives us a genuine love for people that helps bring out their best efforts.

1. The Holy Spirit gives us a genuine love for people that helps bring out their best efforts. John wrote, "God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in him. In this way, love is made complete among us." (I John 4:16,17) Ask the Lord to help you excel in your love for people so that ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spirit-Filled Living In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 6, 2008

Genuine followers of Christ are those whose lives show evidence of being guided and directed by the Holy Spirit.

Spirit-Filled Living In Christ Text: Eph. 5:15-20 Introduction 1. Illustration: In his article ’Celebrating God in Authentic Worship’, pastor Glenn Wagner (Calvary Church, Charlotte, NC) points out: "I believe that one of the most evangelistic tools the church possesses, one desperately needed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Methodist

Asking, Seeking And Knocking God’s Way Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Nov 18, 2011

Genuine prayer focuses on those things that are on God’s heart, not on our personal needs and desires.

[“O Lord, Won’t You Buy Me a Mercedes Benz” video] The way that we pray says a lot about what we think about God. Unfortunately, Janis Joplin, and a lot of other people for that matter, view God as someone who exists to do their bidding and give them what they want – kind ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Kill 'em And Bless 'em Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Mar 21, 2011

Exposition of Psalm 35 regarding how we can genuinely fast, mourn, and pray for our enemies.

Text: Psalm 35:13-14, Title: Kill ‘Em and Bless ‘Em, Date/Place: NRBC, 3/20/11, AM 1. Opening illustration: the police officer that wrote me a ticket for turning left into a parking space: rain on his head, and bless him, Lord. 2. Background to passage: David is again under ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 35:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Real Love Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Aug 14, 2006

5th in the series "Love Notes: A Letter from John." What genuine love looks like.

A girl gave a photo to a boy she was dating with this inscription on the back. “Dear Johnny, the last two weeks have been the best of my whole life. I will love you as long as the stars shine and until the oceans run dry. Love Susan. p.s. If we break up I want this picture back.” We know ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Follow Christ In Self-Denial

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 13, 2009

Pentecost 15 (C) - Believers willingly follow Christ in self-denial with heavenly humility and with genuine generosity.

FOLLOW CHRIST IN SELF-DENIAL (Outline) September 13, 2009 -- PENTECOST 15 -- Luke 14:1,7-14 INTRO: The childhood game “Follow the Leader” is a part of our daily lives. Unless we are the leader each one of us will be following a leader. Throughout our lives someone is in place as an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Lutheran