Sermons about How To Be Friend

How To Recognize A Real Friend Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 24, 2008

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How can you tell a real friend? Solomon gives us some concrete answers, and they may surprise you!

1. Illus. of Don Johnson • Actor best know for his roles in Miami Vice and Nash Bridges. • Back in the 70’s went through a truckload of cocaine and alcohol. He wrecked a half dozen cars, etc. • In 1983 checked into a rehab center and got clean. Turned his life around. • A reporter asked him if he ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:26

Denomination: Baptist

How To Become The Friend Of God Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Mar 30, 2015

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There is one man in the Bible who is said to be the friend of God. His name is Abraham. How did he become the friend of God? Romans 4 is all about Abraham, and will provide us the answer.

How to Become the Friend of God Romans 4 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. John 15:13 states, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” If this is true, then all of us have a mighty good friend this morning, and that friend is Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25

Denomination: Bible Church

How To Pick Your Friends Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 17, 2014

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Inside the courtyard of the Temple/Tabernacle there were three layers/levels. Outer court, inner court, Holy of Holies. Our friends can also be put into three main categories.

Friendly Fire Sermon Series (Inspired by Perry Stone’s book, “Judas Goat”) “How to Pick Your Friends” 2 of 3 1/19/2014 Chester’s FBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson Introduction: A Inside the courtyard of the Temple/Tabernacle there were three ...read more

Scripture: John 15:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

How To Pray For Your Friends

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Apr 30, 2011

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Do you ever catch yourself praying and wonder if what you are asking is even close to what God wants? I’ve wondered that a lot. I’ll be praying for someone to be healed of arthritis and think, ‘Maybe God doesn’t want to heal them yet. Maybe there’s som

Do you ever catch yourself praying and wonder if what you are asking is even close to what God wants? I’ve wondered that a lot. I’ll be praying for someone to be healed of arthritis and think, ‘Maybe God doesn’t want to heal them yet. Maybe there’s some bigger plan ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

How People Grow Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 23, 2004

based on 29 ratings

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how people grow through right relationships

HOW PEOPLE GROW . . . RIGHT RELATIONSHIP ROMANS 3 If you go into any bookshop today you will find a large section on personal growth. It is a big industry. You will find books on popular psychology. Books on how to be successful in every area of your life. Books on being assertive, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Be A Friend

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Apr 3, 2010

based on 30 ratings

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Jonathan was knit with the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul.

1Sa 18:1 And it came to pass, when he had made an end of speaking unto Saul, that the soul of Jonathan was knit with the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul. 1Sa 18:2 And Saul took him that day, and would let him go no more home to his father’s house. 1Sa 18:3 Then Jonathan ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Friends Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 10, 2024

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Based on Colossians 4:7-18 - Encourages hearers to be a godly friend & to have godly friends.

“FRIENDS” Colossians 4:7-18 FBCF – 8/25/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Do you have someone in your life that you can just be real with? Don’t have to pretend like you’re happy when you’re not…in a good mood when you’re not…talk when you don’t want to talk…it’s not awkward to just sit in silence with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

"Keys To Winning Your Family And Friends To The Lord"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 24, 2003

based on 35 ratings

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What can we do to help people find the Lord today? Keys we can use.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches July 27, 2003 “Keys to Winning Your Family and Friends to the Lord” John 8:31-32 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever wondered why people are not converting to Jesus when there is a church on almost every corner? Do you wonder why your family seems to go on year after year ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Methodist

How To Have Thriving, Healthy Relationships

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 22, 2020

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This was a short talk (10 minutes) given at an inner city mission before dinner. It is directed at people who struggle with their relationships, and this struggle contributes to them being 'stuck' in life

Thriving, Healthy Relationships Who was your best friend with you were 10 years old? What was his or her name? My best friend was also named Matthew and our friendship lasted maybe 4-5 years. More than most things in our lives, friendships matter a great deal. Story of fellow who got job in ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You've Got A Friend

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 27, 2015

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There are 4 situations that tell how true a friend is from Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 (Outline and material adapted from Sermon Central's Emil Boniog at: http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/do-you-have-a-true-friend-emil-boniog-sermon-on-character-89366.asp)

HoHum: Americans have a third fewer close friends and confidants than just two decades ago — a sign that people may be living lonelier, more isolated lives than in the past. In 1985, the average American had three people in whom to confide matters that were important to them, says a study in ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

True Friends Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 30, 2016

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How David and Jonathan lived for each other

Friendship I Sam 18:1-4 David and Jonathan By Rev. Andrew B Natarajan “Be a friend or an enemy and not a traitor” Friendship of David and Jonathan Jonathan: Born as Kings’ son( I Sam 14:1). A man of faith and courageous man(I Sam 14:7-13). ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

How Humor Is Good For Relationships Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 11, 2007

based on 36 ratings

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Three biblical strategies to inject humor into your relationships so they will experience greater consistency and joy.

How Humor is Good For Relationships Part 5 of 6 in the series, “When Relationships Disappoint You, How to Find God’s Peace in the Pain.” We’re in this series on relationships and the title of today’s message is “How Humor is Good for Relationships.” I really ought to have entitled this message, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

Friend Day

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 21, 2009

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How to network our family and friends into a relationship with Christ.

“The Bible is the inspired, inerrant and infallible word of God.” This is an important statement, upon which we base our faith. The truths that are found within this Book are the truths that lead us to understand the sacrifice Christ made for all of us. Today, we’re going to discuss how we can ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

How To Pick Your Friends To Influence People Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Apr 10, 2003

based on 34 ratings

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IF WE ARE TO FULFILL GOD¡¦S PLAN FOR OUR LIVES WE MUST GIVE CAREFUL CONSIDERATION TO HOW WE PICK OUR FRIENDS

How to Pick your Friends to Influence People Mark 3:13-19 INTRODUCTION Earl C. Willer tells the story of two men who grew up best friends: Though Jim was just a little older than Phillip and often assumed the role of leader, they did everything together. They even went to high school and college ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Betrayal Of A Friend

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Oct 28, 2015

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To share how we need to respond when a friend disappoints us.

Illustration: Living in a small town as many of you know, has its pros and it has its cons. I believe the pros are that you become friends with several people within the community and always see a friendly face. Now this can also weigh in on the cons. knowing everyone, you hear when someone has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:17-31

Denomination: Other

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