Sermons on Godly Friendships:

Busca La Unidad Series

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on May 14, 2007

La unidad no se logra con intenciones, sino con acciones

Busca la Unidad Intro: Ayer estuvimos disfrutando de una convivencia como Iglesia en Chuburná Puerto. Lamento mucho por los que no pudieron asistir, pero los que asistimos regresamos cansados, asoleados, pero felices. Fue algo hermoso poder ver a las familias conviviendo en armonía. Niños, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wise Friends Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 22, 2007

Part 7 in a series from Proverbs dealing with friends and relationships.

Wise Friends Scripture Reference: Proverbs 18:24 I. Introduction A. The Not-So-Good Neighbors 1. Bob and Sara were not so good friends and neighbors. 2. They decided to be friendlier when they saw a moving van at the house next door. 3. Sara baked a cake and she and Bob proceeded next ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:12-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fellowship - It's What We Do! Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on May 30, 2007

This sermon gives five reasons why fellowship is important.

Fellowship – It’s What We Do! The Importance of Fellowship Fellowship is the “glue” that keeps people connected to our church. According to the New Testament, fellowship is not optional for a Christian. It is mandatory! Jesus said: “I give you a new commandment: love one another. Just as I ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Benefits Of Fellowship Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jun 5, 2007

This sermon speaks of the three of the top reasons fellowship is important. 1. Fellowship builds Friendships. 2. Fellowship builds Unity. 3. Fellowship builds God’s Kingdom.

Three Benefits of Fellowship One Sunday morning a seminary student was in his car headed to Church. As he was leaving his dorm room the rain had started to fall and the closer he was getting to the church the harder the rain was coming down. The weather man had predicted severe weather that day ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building Your Alliances Series

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 13, 2007

What are the indications of strong, healthy friendships?

Shera and I watched on Thursday evening as Christie voted out of the Amazon on Survivor. Her mistake? She refused to join a solid alliance. She had the opportunity, but she simply wouldn’t commit herself. As a result, people thought she was flip-flopping and not to be trusted, so they voted her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Relational Health: Getting Along With People (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Shannon Lewis on Apr 25, 2007

Part 2 of a series dealing with Relationships and how to get along with people.

Relational Health: Getting Along With People By Shannon Lewis Wednesday, April 25, 2007 Living Springs Assembly of God Bandera, Texas www.lsagbandera.com Philippians 2: 1-5 1So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5

"Are You A Barnabas??"

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Oct 24, 2006

Quite often Barnabas is seen as just a side-kick or an assistant of Paul’s. But that’s an unfair picture of this Christian man who truly followed the example of Jesus Christ. I’d like you to dig into the Scriptures with me and see what we can learn about

"Are You A Barnabas??" Text: Acts 11:19-30 Quite often Barnabas is seen as just a side-kick or an assistant of Paul’s. But that’s an unfair picture of this Christian man who truly followed the example of Jesus Christ. I’d like you to dig into the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Youths And Dating

Contributed by Nche Takoh on Sep 22, 2006

Dating is fast becoming the fashion of the day for many youths. Yet it remains one of the main causes of Tension between parents and youths. Sometimes its even a problem among youths themselves.

DATING AND YOUTHS Objectives of the message • Help youths know what dating is, • Explore the dangers of dating, • Know how parents can help, • Resolve to have a purpose before dating. Introduction: Dating is fast becoming the fashion of the day for many youths. Yet it remains one of the main ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:28

Denomination: Baptist

Touching The Heart Series

Contributed by Steve Akins on Oct 5, 2006

Today we celebrate Mothers and today as we continue our look in to the life we always wanted we take a look at one of the best characteristics of motherhood- that is the ability to touch the heart.

Read Scripture Today we celebrate Mothers and today as we continue our look in to the life we always wanted we take a look at one of the best characteristics of motherhood- that is the ability to touch the heart. How does that happen, how do we touch the heart of others? First we must ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16, Matthew 5:15

Denomination: Baptist

Four Keys To Experiencing Joy In Your Relationships

Contributed by Ray Searan on Feb 18, 2006

The Apostle Paul demonstrates in these six verses, four very simple, yet important ingredients to experiencing joy in any relationship.

Text: Philippians 1:3-8 (NASB) Introduction: Tonight we will be examining a brief portion of scripture from the book of Philippians. This book was the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Christians that were living at Philippi. When Paul wrote this book, as he was inspired by the Holy Ghost, he was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

With Friends Like This

Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Dec 2, 2006

An Exposition of 1 Sam. 20

With Friends Like This 1 Sam. 20 Pastor Stu Webber relates a story from his youth in 1967. We were at war with Vietnam. And there I was, at the U.S. Army Ranger School at Fort Benning, Georgia. I can still hear the raspy voice of the sergeant: "We are here to save your lives. We’re going to see to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

El Mejor Compañerismo Series

Contributed by Jose Vega on Dec 11, 2006

Hoy en día palabras como asolados, solitarios, alienados, se usan frecuentemente.Vivimos en una sociedad dónde la gente rodea a la gente pero aún así las personas no se sienten parte del grupo, por esto es necesario ver realmente en que consiste el compañ

Tema: Comunión, Compañerismo Lugar: IBD Texto: 1 Juan 1:3 Fecha: 07-09-06 Título: EL MEJOR COMPAÑERISMO INTRODUCCIÓN • Hoy en día palabras como asolados, solitarios, alienados, se usan frecuentemente. • Vivimos en una sociedad dónde la gente rodea a la gente pero aún así las personas no se ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Allí Hay Buena Música Series

Contributed by Jose Vega on Dec 11, 2006

La iglesia primitiva se mostraba saludable en varios aspectos, pero algo digno de imitar era la comunión especial que disfrutaban...

Tema: Comunión, Compañerismo Lugar: IBD Texto: Hechos 2:41-47 Fecha: 07-16-06 Título: ALLÍ HAY BUENA MÚSICA DESARROLLO • Hechos 2:41-47 “41Así que, los que recibieron su palabra fueron bautizados; y se añadieron aquel día como tres mil personas. 42Y perseveraban en la doctrina de los ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Friends Sharpen Friends

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003

God has given us friendships as gifts.

"Friends Sharpen Friends" (Originally preached by Frank Lewis, FBC Nashville, TN) March 16, 2003 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Items needed: Anvil, Blacksmith’s Hammer, Sheep Sheers, Steele, Knife, piece of metal, channel locks, metal file/rasp, table for ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:27

Denomination: Baptist

How To Begin And Build A Relationship With God

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 25, 2003

There has never been a greater discourse on the subject of friendship than this one in John 15 because it speaks of a new intimacy and intimacy with God.

“HOW TO BEGIN AND BUILD A RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD” Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 15:9-17 There has never been a greater discourse on the subject of friendship than this one in John 15 because it speaks of a new intimacy and intimacy with God. Pr 17:17 A friend loveth at all ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17