Sermons on Love Darkness:

Love Is Not Easily Provoked

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Dec 15, 2025

Depending on what Bible version you have, First Corinthians chapter 13 verse 5 says this about love: “Love is not provoked”, “isn't irritable”, “is not easily angered”, “isn't quick-tempered”. Is it possible to control your anger, your irritable response even when provoked? Sure it is.

Alba 12-24-2025 LOVE IS NOT EASILY PROVOKED I Corinthians 13:5 There was an advertisement in the paper: WEDDING DRESS FOR SALE, NEVER WORN. WILL TRADE FOR A .38 CALIBER PISTOL. Do you think someone was angry here? I would say its likely. Depending on what Bible version you have, First ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:5, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Kingdom Culture Of Love Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 3, 2025

Love is the defining characteristic of God's Kingdom. It is not just an emotion but a way of life that reflects the very nature of God.

THE KINGDOM CULTURE OF LOVE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 13:34-35, 1 John 4:7-8 "A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, 1 John 4:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Love Your Enemies

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Mar 6, 2025

This sermon is about loving others in a way that goes completely against Human nature. It's about Loving like Jesus no matter how we feel about the individual or what they may have done.

Loving Your Enemies Introduction I want to start today by telling you an unbelievable story from World War II. An American bomber pilot named Charlie Brown, was flying a heavily damaged plane back to base. He and his crew had come under attack and were barely alive and were struggling to make it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Life Of Extravagant Love

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Apr 5, 2025

John’s Gospel. Here, we encounter a mesmerizing moment of devotion, a simple yet profound act of love performed by Mary, the sister of Lazarus

Beloved family , grace and peace to you from our Lord Jesus Christ. As we gather this sacred morning to partake in communion, I invite you to immerse yourselves in the rich, poignant story found in the twelfth chapter of John’s Gospel. Here, we encounter a mesmerizing moment of devotion, a simple ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Love Beyond Limits Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 12, 2025

This is the 19th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#19] LOVE BEYOND LIMITS Luke 6:27-36 Introduction: On this Palm Sunday, we are reminded of Jesus’ joyful entry into Jerusalem, where people welcomed Him with shouts of "Hosanna!" and waved palm branches. It’s a time of celebration and happiness, but it also ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36, Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Baptist

A Love That Died For You Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 18, 2025

Romans 5:6-8 teaches us how God demonstrates his love for sinners.

Introduction How do you demonstrate your love to someone? Some people give flowers. Others give cards. Still others buy jewelry. One of history's most breathtaking expressions of love is the Taj Mahal, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. After ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sermon On First Love

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 21, 2025

First Love has been defined as the initial romantic experience a person ever encounters in life.

John Green, an American author once remarked: “You remember your first love because they show you, prove to you, that you can love and be loved, that nothing in this world is deserved except for love, that love is both how you become a person and why.” Revelation 2:4-5 reminds us: “But I have this ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:19, John 3:16, John 13:35, Romans 13:10

Hatred And The Outworking Of Love.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 26, 2024

Recalling Jesus' commandment to love one another.

HATRED AND THE OUTWORKING OF LOVE. 1 John 3:13-24. “Marvel not” – stop wondering – that the world of the ungodly hates you (1 JOHN 3:13). Abel’s righteousness stood as a rebuke to Cain, and Cain killed him for it (cf. 1 John 3:12). The ones who ‘abide in death’ (1 JOHN 3:14) are identified as ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:13-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prioritizing Loved Ones Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical perspective on prioritizing loved ones and why it's crucial to keep them at the forefront of our lives.

As humans, we often face problems and challenges that can be overwhelming and all-consuming. However, it's essential to remember that these problems should never take precedence over the people we love. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical perspective on prioritizing loved ones and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, Galatians 6:2, Proverbs 11:14

Practical Christian Love Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 24, 2025

Christian love is not just a feeling or an emotion but an active demonstration of God’s love through our words, actions, and attitude towards others.

Title: PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LOVE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 John 3:16-18 "This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down His life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters. If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-18, John 13:34-35, 1 Corinthians 13:1-8, Romans 12:9-10, Galatians 5:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Learning To Love Others Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 10, 2025

When you love someone, you’ll lift them up in prayer. If you need help loving someone, pray until you love them.

Learning to Love Others Philippians 1:7-11 Rev. Brian Bill January 11-12, 2025 As I’ve been reflecting on the 120 years of history and the heartbeat of Edgewood, I’ve been struck by the abundance of love for God and for others demonstrated by God’s people. This week, I recorded a 4G podcast ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Biblical Perspective On Love Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 13, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on love, its various forms, and its significance in our daily lives.

Love is a profound and complex emotion that encompasses a range of feelings, actions, and attitudes. It is a fundamental aspect of human relationships and a cornerstone of the Christian faith. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on love, its various forms, and its ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:44, Matthew 22:37-40

Loving Your Spouse

Contributed by Akinsanya Adubi on Feb 15, 2025

To love your spouse is not going to be easy, because of so many reasons, but because God is love and He did everything to love us, we have to love our spouse.

LOVE INDEED Valentine Message 2025 I John 4:7-21 (Weymouth New Testament WNT) Dear friends, let us love one another; for love has its origin in God, and every one who loves has become a child of God and is beginning to know God. 8 He who is destitute of love has never had any knowledge of God; ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Loving The House Of God

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Feb 18, 2025

The attitude of someone who loves the house of the Lord cannot be shown by how much we offer, nor through our busy ministry, but our attitude must be through a heart full of love for the Lord.

Loving the House of God By. Rev. Saumiman Saud*) Psalm 5:1-3, 1 Chronicles 22:7-8, and Psalm 26:8 Reading from Psalm 5:1-3: "For the director of music. For pipes. A psalm of David. Give ear to my words, Lord, consider my lament. Hear my cry for help, my King and my God, for to you I pray. In ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:1-3, 1 Chronicles 22:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Your Enemies

Contributed by Angelos Y. Pomevo on Feb 23, 2025

…And now, as if that's not enough, Jesus is instructing us to take it a step further and love our enemies.

As believers, we have been given laws and commandments to live by and obey. We have been instructed to love the Lord our God and to love our neighbor. Despite our best efforts, we still struggle to love our neighbor. And now, as if that's not enough, Jesus is instructing us to take it a step ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-38