Sermons on Gods Steadfast Love:

Love That's Tough To Do

Contributed by John Stensrud on Apr 29, 2001

Who knows why someone chooses to be our enemy? And how do you respond to them when they do? The tendency is to strike back.

Love That’s Tough to Do Matthew 5:43-48 Sermon by Pastor John Stensrud Immanuel Baptist Church Elgin, IL Delivered on February 18, 2001 Mat 5:43 "You have heard that it was said, ’Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Baptist

Playing Defense In The Game Of Love Series

Contributed by Mary Lewis on May 11, 2001

If God loves us so much, why don’t we always live in that love?

Introduction I’ve taken several long road trips in the last year. I’ve discovered that the best way for me to maintain my alertness and my sanity is to listen to audio books. I’ve become a fan of Tom Bodett, the guy who does the Motel 6 ads, whose most famous line was “We’ll leave the light on for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:34

Denomination: Baptist

Having A Love Afair With The Father Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Jan 23, 2007

This is the first in a series of messages title "A Love Affair".

HAVING A LOVE AFFAIR…WITH THE FATHER A Love Affair – 1 Deuteronomy 6 SERIES INTRODUCTION: What is the greatest force or power on earth known to mankind? Some dreaded military weapon? The latest technology? The authority of key world leaders? Economics? These may all be powerful forces ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-17

So Loved - He Gave Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 19, 2007

In a fresh look at John 3:16 we look at what it means to be so loved by God. Pt 2 investigates in scripture how Gods love gives to his people.

So Loved Pt 2 - He Gave John 3:16 We began last week working through this most familiar passage in scripture as we point our hearts towards the beginning of Advent. We began talking about this God who So Loved us. Remember this morning that His is Creator love boundless, endless, perfect and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: *other

I Love You But…

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Nov 20, 2008

Why does our way of expressing love change so much over time.

I love you but… 1 Corinthians 13:4-8A The word “Love” has been distorted to mean a lot less that I think it should. It happens so innocently and easily. We decide that we want a word more powerful than like. So, we love that dress, cheesecake, chocolate cake, but it cheapens the word when we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Congregational

Beyond Boundaries: Redeeming Love Series

Contributed by Jud Wilhite on Jun 27, 2007

We all have things in our lives that we know we shouldn’t do. We all have things that we’re drawn to or things that we are tempted by. It could be something of a sexual nature in our lives. It could be something of an addictive nature in our lives.

Series: Beyond Boundaries Message #3: Redeeming Love By: Jud Wilhite I have a little boy; he’s almost three years old. One of the things that he absolutely loves to do is he loves to flush things down the toilet. He loves it. I think he even loves it when it gets clogged up and we have to ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 3:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Was Love That Picked Me Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 5, 2024

This sermon explores the profound love of God, the significance of Christ's sacrifice, and the promise of eternal life as expressed in John 3:16.

Good morning, dear family of Christ. It's a beautiful day, isn't it? A day made by God, a day filled with His love, and a day for us to gather together in His name. Today, we are here to contemplate, to reflect, and to find solace in the message of God's word. Our focus today is on one of the most ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Topics: Love, God

Let Brotherly Love Continue PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024

This sermon explores the meaning of mutual love in Hebrews 13:1, and how to manifest it in our lives, reflecting God's nature and Christ's compassion.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Isn't it a blessing to gather in His name, to drink deeply from the well of His word, and to fortify ourselves with His eternal truths? Today, we stand on the cusp of a new revelation, a fresh perspective drawn from the heart of God's word in the book of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1

Topics: God's Way

The Kindness Of God

Contributed by Dasol Kang on Jun 8, 2025

Show the kindness of God to the people around us.

Imagine yourselves as kings. You’ve been victorious in all your doings. You just made a name for yourself by returning from a total victory in war. You’ve been doing well, and you’ve been blessed and given the wisdom and ability to win battles... And from all the battles come with plentiful land ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Trusting God In Difficult Situations

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 17, 2025

Our response in times of difficulty reveals who we truly depend on.

TRUSTING GOD IN DIFFICULT SITUATIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 1:1-4 “Then Moab rebelled against Israel after the death of Ahab. And Ahaziah fell down through a lattice in his upper chamber that was in Samaria and was sick: and he sent messengers, and said unto them, Go, enquire ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 1:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Trusting God In Every Season

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 1, 2025

Trusting God in every season means acknowledging His perfect timing, surrendering to His plan, and walking by faith even when the path is unclear.

TRUSTING GOD IN EVERY SEASON By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ecclesiastes 3:1 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:28, Psalm 31:14-15, Isaiah 43:2, Philippians 4:11-13, Genesis 50:20 INTRODUCTION: Life is made up of different seasons—some pleasant, others painful; some filled with joy, others with ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1, Romans 8:28, Psalm 31:14-15, Isaiah 43:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Love And Relationships

Contributed by Jason York on Oct 9, 2016

Breaks down and details our relationships between man and God

Champions for Christ Cowboy Church Message: Love and Relationships- October 9th, 2016 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In View Of God's Mercies PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 11, 2023

Explores Jesus Christ as our standard, source, and sacrifice of love, urging us to live out genuine, selfless love in our daily lives.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a joy to gather together as one body, united in our love for Christ and for each other? We are here, not because of our own merits, but because of Christ's love for us. A love so profound, so all-encompassing, that it transformed us from sinners into ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21, Luke 10:25-37

Topics: Love

Agape Love PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 1, 2023

The sermon's main point is to explore and understand the concept of agape love, a selfless and unconditional love from God, and to strive to embody this love in our interactions with others.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into one of the most powerful and challenging aspects of our faith: Agape love. Now, agape isn't your everyday kind of love. It’s not about romantic feelings or even the love we have for our friends and family. No, agape is a selfless, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Topics: Highest Love

The Misunderstood God: The "Its All About Me!" God Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 16, 2013

Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.

THE MISUNDERSTOOD GOD**: THE “IT’S ALL ABOUT ME” GOD 1 CORINTHIANS 13:4 Big Idea: Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. Supporting Scripture: John 15:12-13; Romans 2:4; Philippians 4:8; 1 If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-4

Denomination: Nazarene