Sermons on Love Beyond Duty:

Love Expressed

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 12, 2007

A message for a Valentine’s Day celebration.

LOVE EXPRESSED John 21:15-25 INTRO: Do you know who St. Valentine was? St. Valentine, according to tradition, was a priest who lived in Rome about AD 200. He cared. He cared about Christians who were being persecuted. He helped them to the extent that he became imprisoned by the Roman ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Love Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 1, 2010

The power of the world and the exercise of force could not defeat Jesus, the Son of God. He is raised by the power of God's love--a love that transforms both the followers of Jesus and the world.

Luke 24:1-12 “The Power of Love” INTRODUCTION The greatest story of love is the story of Jesus the Christ. His incarnation, crucifixion and resurrection profoundly demonstrate God’s love for all humankind. This love is transformational—life altering. Once we are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Unparalleled Love

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 24, 2012

1. The Object of His Love 2. The Purpose of His Love 3. The Results of His Love

Romans 5:8 8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. - So often God’s love does not seem very evident 8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were Building an ark people would not believe & mocked us 8 But God ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Love Offering Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Aug 23, 2025

As we enter our text I want to say that this is a subject needed but not necessarily wanted. I am speaking about giving which causes many to get a little uncomfortable.

Love Offering Acts 11:27-30 As we enter our text I want to say that this is a subject needed but not necessarily wanted. I am speaking about giving which causes many to get a little uncomfortable. The term "money" is mentioned 123 times in the Bible. However, when including related ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:27-30, 2 Corinthians 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Loving Like Your Father Loves Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 10, 2013

Some people refuse to love their enemies because it shows they have standards, that they respect themselves, that they reject bad behavior. It makes them feel God-like. But Jesus said that being "God-like" means loving our enemies. How do we do that?

OPENING: There once were 2 cats from Kilkenny Each thought there was one cat too many They fought and they spit, They clawed and they bit. Till instead of two cats … there weren't any. APPLY: Hatred is an interesting topic. As Christians, we are taught that hatred is not a good thing. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Makes Us Become A White-Washed Christian?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jun 22, 2025

Is thy heart right with God?

What Makes Us Become a White-Washed Christian? Luke 18:9-14 This is the story of two men who went to the temple pray. Undoubtedly many have read or at least heard of this story. So why did I title this sermon What Makes Us Become a White-washed Christian? Well first, let me ask this, what is a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love Rejected

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Aug 13, 2001

Israel rejects God, but in His love He still pleads with them to return by asking them to turn from their own ways as Jacob did at the brook Jabbok

LOVE REJECTED INTRODUCTION: Today we will focus on the tragedy of rejecting God’s love. The Israelites of Hosea’s day rejected God’s love by turning to idolatry and attributing the blessings God had given them to the fertility gods. I/ ISRAEL REJECTS GOD Hosea 12:1 Ephraim feedeth on wind, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Protection Of Love Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Mar 24, 2003

This is installment 11 of a series I did on I Corinthians 13, and it deals with the fact that love "bears all things."

“The Protection of Love” I Corinthians 13:7 March 2, 2003 Love of Another Kind – I Corinthians 13 Pre-Sermon Thematic Introduction We’ve been talking about love, about how important it is, and what it looks like in our lives. Coming, as do most of us, from the left-brained branch of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

For The Love Of Money?

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 29, 2019

Ever wonder at what line a Christian crosses that makes money a trap and sin in their spiritual walk with Jesus? In this sermon I am going to outline a basic truth: putting trust in money and wealth and not God is a sin.

For the Love of Money? 1 Timothy 6:6-19 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines money as a “medium of exchange” for goods and/or services. While one could barter to obtain the necessities of life such as food, shelter and clothing for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-19

Denomination: Baptist

Communicating Love

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 14, 2015

Jacob made some terrible mistakes in the way he raised his children. And we can learn some valuable lessons from the mistakes that he made.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. Listen to Psalm 71:17-18. "Since my youth, O God, you have taught me, & to this day I declare your marvelous deeds. Even when I am old & gray, do not forsake me, O God, till I declare your power to the next generation, your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-10, Psalm 71:17-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Greatest Of These Is Love Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 24, 2015

In order to have a blessed marriage we must be centered on Christ and founded on love.

The Greatest of These Text: 1 Cor. 13:1-7 Introduction 1. Illustration: Rick Warren in his book The Purpose Driven Life says, "Life is all about love!" "Because God is love, the most important lesson he wants you to learn on earth is how to love. It is in loving that we are most like him, so ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

You Are Loved Series

Contributed by Dwayne Dickson on Feb 13, 2016

In the story of the creation we find God's special love for mankind. God created us i a special way, gave us a special mate and place. God loved us before He created us and provided a way for us to be saved even before He created us.

You Are Loved Introduction Last week we looked at the first 2 verses of the book of Genesis. We talked about the fact that God existed before the beginning. We talked about the Eternal nature of God, the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit. And now we are ready to look at the rest of the creation ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Known And Loved

Contributed by John Vella on Jan 31, 2007

Jesus knows us intimately and loves us as no other could.

Fourth Sunday of Easter - Year C World Day of Prayer for Vocations April 29th, 2007 Readings: * Acts 13:14, 43-52 * Rev. 7:9, 14b-17 * Jn. 10:27-30 Known And Loved Your Diary Imagine this. You have been keeping a diary of your thoughts, feelings and actions for many, many years now. Each day ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-30

Denomination: Catholic

The Life Of Love

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 18, 2012

Love is a verb. Sometimes we sing songs of Christ's love, and even our love for Him, but what about our love for other?

The Life of Love 1 John 3:1-3NLT Traits: gentleness, soft spoken, wisdom from above, every trait comes from God’s love. Concern, prayerful heart, sweet spirit, caring etc. Pray that God will help me to quit smoking! I asked him one question: “Do you think God ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Are Loved!!

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jan 30, 2018

assuring transgender people that they are loved by God

(Transgender Remembrance Day 2004) May the words of my mouth dwell in the soul of your heart. YOU ARE LOVED!! Let me repeat that. . . . YOU ARE LOVED!!! This week marks the sixth anniversary of the Transgender Day of Remembrance Candle Light Vigil in Columbus. All over the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:6-7

Denomination: Episcopal