Sermons on Human Love:

I Choose To Love My Family First

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 11, 2018

THIS IS THE FIFTH OF A SERIES ON CHOICES WE MUST MAKE AS CHRISTIANS. FAMILY LIFE FOR THE CHRISTIAN IS A DRAMATIC MODEL OF THE LOVE CHRIST HAS FOR THE CHURCH. WE MUST CHOOSE TO BE THE BEST MODEL OF CHRIST'S LOVE WE CAN BE.

I CHOOSE TO LOVE MY FAMILY FIRST LUKE 12:13-21 LAST WEEK WE LOOKED AT CAPACITY CHOICES INVOLVING FORGIVENESS OF OTHERS AND TRUST. ESSENTIALLY WE ARE GOING TO TRUST AND LEAVE OUR FUTURE IN GOD’S HANDS, OR WE ARE GOING TO TRY TO MANAGE OUR FUTURE IN OUR OWN POWER. SINCE WE CANNOT CONTROL OUR ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Open Hands Of God Series

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Dec 11, 2006

Human beings cling tightly on what belongs to us, and yet God showed us, through His Son, that there is a better way to walk through life – not with clenched fists, but with open hands of love.

Open Hands of God II Corinthians 8:9; Philippians 2:5-11 Human beings cling tightly on what belongs to us, and yet God showed us, through His Son, that there is a better way to walk through life – not with clenched fists, but with open hands of love. I. The Generosity of God God gives and gives ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Holiness

The Gospel Of John (Lesson 2): Handpicked Eyewitnesses Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jun 17, 2020

God has chosen us for a specific purpose at this time in human history. If we will follow Him, he will lead us into the fullness of His truth. We must order our loves rightly.

John 1:19-51 Contrasts characterize the Gospel of John. John presents two alternatives: Light or darkness, Truth or falsehood, Life, or death. Some words that we encounter repeatedly are Truth and witness, testify, bear witness, and record. The fourth Gospel uses these words 47 times. The other ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-51

Denomination: Pentecostal

Affirmations - Sermon Iv: Belief In God The Son, Savior, Lord Of Life Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Oct 19, 2019

To believe that God manifested Himself in human form is important because, to know that God understands, cares, and saves "me" - individually and personally - is to love Him and really want to serve Him.

INTRODUCTION TO AFFIRMATIONS OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH As time marches on and the aging process begins to cast a shadow on my short-term memory, my mind seems sharper now than ever regarding long-term memory. It is interesting to me that, at 85 years of age, I ...read more

Scripture: John 10:30, John 14:9

Love Does Not Demand Its Own Way Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Dec 31, 2019

“Love is very patient and kind, never jealous or envious, never boastful or proud, never haughty or selfish or rude. Love does not demand its own way”. (1 Cor. 13:4-5)

Introduction: Beloved, Senam and Esinam, at every Christian marriage celebration God reveals His nature and His plan for the family. Marriage follows a pattern that God Himself established at the beginning of human history. God’s plan is to create man in His image and likeness, with authority ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Oh How I Love Thy Law! Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 30, 2001

LOVE FOR THE WORD OF GOD IS THE PATHWAY TO SUPERIOR WISDOM

BIG IDEA: LOVE FOR THE WORD OF GOD IS THE PATHWAY TO SUPERIOR WISDOM I. (:97) THE KEY TO SUPERIOR WISDOM = LOVE FOR THE WORD OF GOD "O how I love Thy law! It is my meditation all the day." Those that love the world, spend their time consumed with the things of the world. Those that love the Word, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:97-104

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Timeless Reminder: The Power Of Love To Overcome Fear Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 4, 2024

A Timeless Reminder: the Power of Love to Overcome Fear

A Timeless Reminder: the Power of Love to Overcome Fear Scripture: Mark 1:40-45 Reflection In today’s world, the story of the leper encountering Jesus holds profound implications for how we perceive and treat those who are marginalized, ostracized, or afflicted by society’s judgments. Imagine ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Other

Christmas Is The Demonstration Of God's Love

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Dec 16, 2022

This is from an Advent series.

Title: “Christmas: The Demonstration of God’s Love” Script: Lk. 1:67-79 Type: 4th Sunday of Advent Where: GNBC 12-18-22 Intro: In the 1920’s Bobby Jones dominated the game of golf, despite being an amateur. In one film about his life (Bobby Jones: Stroke of Genius) there is a scene where a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-79

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sending Greetings Of Love (Or Christmas Is Weird)

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 27, 2002

When we strip away the candles, tinsels, stockings and presents we come to the real message of Christmas for all “for God so loved us”

Sermon: Sending Greetings of Love (Christmas is Weird) Dec 16, 2001 Christmas is just plain weird. I mean have you ever thought about it. What other time of year do you sit around staring at a dead tree in your living room while eating candy out of your socks? And look at the Christmas cards ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-9

Denomination: United Methodist

How True Love Acts - Part Ii Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Feb 17, 2004

We continue looking at how this agape, "built to last" love acts in everyday life from I Corinthians 13. *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

How Love Does (and Doesn’t) Act - Part II Here’s a question for you: What do men and women really want from their relationships? <FEEDBACK> Here’s what DAVE BARRY - Well-known newspaper humor columnist said: - from his book, “The Complete Guide to Guys”: WHAT WOMEN WANT: To be loved, to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:5-6

Denomination: Holiness

Loving God's Law Without Being Legalistic

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Jul 3, 2009

God transforms our lives by the Holy Spirit for a threefold purpose: His Glory, our benefit, and for the benefit of others.

August 30, 2009 13th Sunday after Pentecost Text: Deuteronomy 4:1-2,6-9 Grace, mercy and peace from God the father and Christ Jesus our Lord. Since first coming to this congregation a little over seven years ago I have had numerous very pleasant experiences. I am thankful for the many ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Galatians 5:13-15, Freedom To Love Series

Contributed by Eldron Gill on May 26, 2008

Galatians 5:13-15, Freedom to love

Freedom To Love Galatians 5:13-15 * Paul begins to speak to us about the danger of abusing our Christian liberty. * To some people to be free from the law meant that there was nothing standing in the way of self-indulgence and a free rein in sin. -- They understood the law to be the ONLY ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

"learning That We Love Jesus"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 2, 2019

A sermon about learning that we love God through loving others.

“Learning That We Love Jesus” John 21:1-19 I would imagine that almost all of us can relate to trying to get a child to try a new food, only to have them make a gagging noise without even putting it in their mouths. We often follow this up with, “How can you know whether or not you like it if ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Love Your Enemies, Matthew 5: 43-48; Luke 6: 27-36

Contributed by Damon S Adams on Apr 10, 2016

Towards the end of the Sermon on the mount Jesus gives His disciples the imperative to Love Our Enemies. In this message we consider the Who, What, Why and How of loving our enemies.

Love Your Enemies Matt 5: 43-48; Luke 6: 27-36 Intro – The word ‘disciple’ Gk word in NT appears 270x - means ‘thought accompanied by endeavour’ - it means to ‘adhere to’ to ‘stick to’; ‘follow’ NT 90x. Christian = disciple, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Do You Need?

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Feb 22, 2001

Jesus Christ Supplying the Needs Of Humanity.

WHAT DO YOU NEED? John 6:1-13 Introduction: Today you are either in need, or will be in need in the days to come. Jesus shows us here in this passage that He is ready to meet humanities needs. As we study this passage let’s remember these 7 things about Jesus meeting our needs. 1. WHERE JESUS IS, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist