Sermons on Living A Life Of Love:

The Problem With Real Christian Love

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Aug 29, 2002

Love is more than a four letter word, so how can I live it out?

The Problem of Real Christian Love Love is more than a four letter word, so how can I live it out? 1 John 3:11-24 “We should love one another.” Seems obvious. That is the right Christian thing to do. But we live in the real world, where resentments, anger, grudges, violence, dominates. Look ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Three Essentials Of The Christian Life

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Nov 1, 2021

We mortals understand for us to live in this physical life there are somethings that are essential.

These things we cannot survive without in this physical world, they are: • Air to breathe • Water • Food • Sleep • Shelter • Income These things are essential to life here on earth. Also, when it comes to our spiritual life there are somethings that are essential to live the Christian ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:5-28

Denomination: Baptist

God's Love Has Content!

Contributed by Gregory Fisher on Feb 20, 2017

Our society values inclusiveness and acceptance. But sometimes the Bible presents us with a God that divides and separates. James 4:1=12 seems to be one of these passages. Or, is it?

In our society one of the worst things that can be said of us is, “They are so divisive”. Our society is all about inclusiveness. We are all about acceptance; all about respecting differences; all about making room for all. That is what makes preaching from James 4:1-12 difficult. It is so ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-12

Denomination: Foursquare

Seven Supplements For A Holy Life #2 Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Jul 14, 2006

Series No. 2: Because we are redeemed children of God, we are to live holy lives.

SEVEN SUPPLEMENTS FOR A HOLY LIFE 2 Peter 1 :5-8 A fouryear-old girl asked her mother, "Mom, how long is it until my birthday?" The mother responded, "Not very long, dear." To which the child responded, "Is it time for me to start being a good girl?" The little girl was being charmingly real, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cross Of Salvation... Sacrificial Love! Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 15, 2012

We may share in the suffering of Christ by receiving his sacrificial love and by living sacrificially for others.

Title: The Cross of Salvation… Sacrificial Love! Text: John 3:14-21 Thesis: We may share in the suffering of Christ by receiving his love and living sacrificially for others. Lenten Series: The Crosses of Lent Arthur Burns, a Jewish economist of great influence in Washington during the tenure ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Right In A World Living Wrong

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Feb 28, 2007

people who chose to live right in their generation

Intro: now that Bradley has preached his first sermon and moved on to the State level, some people say that I better do good today because he is after my job. Some people said he can say more in five minutes than his dad can say in an hour. Fine arts was so much fun yesterday, and seeing all the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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

Return To First Love Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

Revival; renewal, and repentance: They are all the same experience of getting back to first love-to the love that puts Jesus in the center of life. This is not a rare need, but a constant need, because we, as Christians, tend to decline.

O Henry tells a short story of the lad who grew up in a small village and sat next to a lovely young lady so innocent and sweet. He left that village for the big city where he got in with the wrong crowd and became a thief and a pick pocket. One day as he was working the crowd, doing quite well, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1

We Live (3:16, Part 5) Series

Contributed by Steve Miller on Mar 16, 2008

Topical sermon on John 3:16’s "Everlasting Life." Uses various texts to describe 1.)Life Forevermore, 2.)Life Starting Right Now, and 3.)Life More Abundant.

Message developed as part of series inspired by Max Lucado’s book 3:16, Numbers of Hope, study guide materials, and his sermon series by the same title. Scripture: John 3:16; 36; various texts Title: We Live Series: 3:16 (part 5) YOU GOTTA LIVE TO GO TO HEAVEN The teacher was testing the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: *other

Living In Christ - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Apr 27, 2006

The Word of God encourages us to be Christ’s person in every situation and to seek to glorify HIM, “whether it be by life, or by death” (Phil.1:20).

LIVING IN CHRIST (Philippians 1:12-26; 2:1-13; 3:7-21; 4:4-19) Part 1 LIVING IS CHRIST Philippians 1:12-26 May 2006 Introduction Last week, during our bible study I discussed with you the details on the series of messages that will be covered these months of May and June. I hope you have read ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Serving In Love, Always Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 12, 2015

We are called to love and live intentional towards one another in the church by using your spiritual gifts to serve, rather than for personal gain or recognition. Then, as you serve others, it is always God who gets the glory!

Serving in Love, Always 1 Peter Sermon Series, Part 11 1 Peter 4:7-11 Introduction - Peter now ties these two chapters (sufferings of Christ and living for Him) -- There is a huge implication here about adopting the same attitude as He did -- He suffered, was broken, and died because of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding God's Will For Your Life

Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Aug 31, 2002

How can we find God’s will for our lives?

Finding God¡¦s Will For Your Life (Rom 12:2 NIV) Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will. OPEN: This morning my message title is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Race Of Life: Starting Well Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 14, 2012

A well-lived life requires teamwork, preparation, endurance and focus.

Starting Well—The Race of Life: Introduction Racing, Dale Earnhardt once said, is life. Well, Earnhardt actually had it backward. Life is a race. Racing to work, racing home, racing to some type of sports practice, racing to recreational activities, racing to church. Racing here ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

How's Our Prayer Life? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 18, 2016

we have a lot of work to do with our prayer lives

Next week, we will wrap up our study of the Letter by James. Today we will learn more about prayer. But before we read our passage, let us define prayer. Turn briefly with me to Matthew 6…. Read along with me v5-13…. Based on Matthew 6:5-13, what is godly prayer?? • Not to ...read more

Scripture: James 5:5-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Joy Of An Abundant Christian Life

Contributed by Dr. Michael Pope on Apr 10, 2018

Learning how to live the life God has intended for us

THE ABUNDANT CHRISTIAN LIFE JOHN 10:10 25 MAR 18 DR. M POPE INTRO: As we are one week away from Easter, we are reminded of the new life we have through Christ from being born again. To be Born again means we have experienced a ‘Spiritual Resurrection’. We have eternal life. What I want to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist