Sermons on Jesus Loves:

Do You Love Me?

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Sep 19, 2015

God's unchanging heart---the constancy of the faith of Christ Jesus, saves us each day, in each sin.

DO YOU LOVE ME? By Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (September 19, 2015) “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life...So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of ...read more

Denomination: Friends

For God So Loved The World

Contributed by Matthew Davaughn Cox on Oct 4, 2012

We will be discussing John 3:16 in this sermon.

It is once again that we have gathered to do as we were commanded to do in 2 Timothy 2:15. Today you will find me in the book of John, in the 3rd chapter, and beginning and ending at the 16th verse. This verse in the bible would become one of the most famous verses in the world today. We are ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: *other

Do You Love Him?

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 9, 2022

Here, we find some of Christ's last words before He ascended into heaven. Jesus asked Peter numerous times if he loved Him. In doing so, He sought to instill within Peter four keys that would help him serve the Lord more effectively.

In John chapter 21, we find some of Jesus’ last words before He ascended to be with His Father in heaven. Jesus was preparing to confer His ministry to Peter; and according to Warren Wiersbe, we see in this passage a threefold commission that was given to him.(1) Jesus wanted to instill within ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

For God So Loved The World Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 30, 2024

John 3:16 is the greatest summary of the gospel in the entire Bible.

Introduction Every Easter, churches worldwide see a noticeable increase in attendance. That is true for our church as well. Why is that? Why do so many people attend church on Easter Sunday and not on any other Sunday? Perhaps it is because for some that is the religious thing to do. Family ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Joy Of Being God's Friend

Contributed by Jim Miller on Nov 3, 2003

If we remain in Jesus love, we’ll experience joy and know what it means to be a friend of Jesus.

John 15:9-17 Feeling a little better now that we’ve slowed down a bit. Last week, went back and picked up how God prunes us, disciplines us, trains us to create his image in us. Tom Landry used to say, “The job of a football coach is to make men do what they don’t want to do, in order to achieve ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Brethren

On The Road With Jesus: Mary

Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on Apr 15, 2019

Mary reacts with love for Jesus

On the Road with Jesus: Mary Anoints Jesus John 12:1-11 (Matthew 26:6-13 & Mark 14:3-9) April 7, 2019 I hope that you have enjoyed listening to this series as much as I have enjoyed writing it. It is important for you to know that in writing these messages that I have given each person a back ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11, Matthew 26:6-13, Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Friends

Love Does Not Condone But Love Loves

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 29, 2019

How many people will be in Hell because we chose not to win them or told them that some sin we deemed unpardonable blocked them from coming to Him?

2 Peter 1:4 Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust. 5 And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge; 6 And ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Glory Be

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on May 30, 2015

Jesus' love for the church accordingly comes out of God's love----a love that will not betray--- that is constant in glory that will supply needs according to the riches by Christ Jesus, promising peace and justice that comes out of that same peace.

GLORY BE by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (May 30, 2015) “Unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen. (Ephesians 3:21, King James Version [the church]). Greetings In The Holy Name Of Jesus, My sisters and brothers, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-21

Denomination: Friends

Jesus, The Perfect Example Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 24, 2002

Jesus was the perfect example of self-scrifice, courage and love.

One day, near a sleepy little west Texas town, there was a tremendous explosion as one of the nearby oil wells blew and caught on fire. The blaze became so intense they set barriers around the fire, beyond which nothing was supposed to pass. They called in all the surrounding fire departments, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:9-16

Denomination: Methodist

The Gift Of Love Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Dec 23, 2002

The greatest gift of all is love – the love of God that sent Jesus to earth, and the love of God that invites us to become a part of His family

The Gift of Belonging (Love) December 21/22, 2002 Intro: It is by far the strongest force in the universe. It is higher than the highest mountain. It is deeper than the deepest sea. It is better than the best bey blade or newest groovy girl. Better than a new cell phone. Better than a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

An Unnatural Love Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 8, 2011

God loves us with an unnatural love. Jesus calls his disciples to follow his example and to love others with the same unnatural love.

Matthew 5:38-48 “An Unnatural Love” INTRODUCTION Times are changing. Two hundred and thirty years ago the American Revolution was announced by Paul Revere riding on horseback shouting, “The British are coming, the British are coming.” Now revolutions are choreographic ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Lutheran

Take A Look At What Love Does Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 10, 2010

Gods love is SO amazing, we need to step back and just look at what it can do for us

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: September 10, 2010 Date Preached: March 03, 2002, Edited and Repreached September 12, 2010 Church: OPBC (AM) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Recognizing and Responding to the Living Word Title: Take a Look at What Love Does Text: John 3:16-22 16"For God so loved the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

Batteries Not Included #4 Love Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Dec 14, 2020

Love is a fruit of an experience with the Holy Spirit

Three weeks ago, we began a new series entitled: Batteries Not Included. There is nothing more frustrating than wanting play with your new toys and finding out the package had this hidden line - batteries not included. We started this series by talking about the Hope, given in the understanding we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Staying Close To Jesus Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Dec 17, 2023

As a believer God is already in my life, but when I abide in Him, when I spend time with Him, He gives me the desire to be like Jesus. He reassures me of who I am, empowers me to love God and others with the love that has been extended to me.

1 John 2:28-3:24 2:28 And now, little children, abide in him, so that when he appears we may have confidence and not shrink from him in shame at his coming. 29 If you know that he is righteous, you may be sure that everyone who practices righteousness has been born of him. 3:1 See what kind of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Love Of Jesus - What Do We Do With It? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 25, 2013

Jesus revealed the love of God through His life and that He gave Himself for our sin on the Cross of Calvary... but just what does the world DO with this great love that we see from Him?

Sermon Brief Date Written: March 23, 2013 Date Preached: March 24, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Palm Sunday Sermon Sermon Title: The Love of Jesus - What Do We Do With It? Sermon Text: John 12 [ESV] Introduction: [Sing these 2 ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 12:1-50

Denomination: Baptist