Sermons on Love Does Not Envy:

The Challenge To Love

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 10, 2024

The challenge to love is always present in the church. The differences among us can be a source of struggle, whether backgrounds, ideas, convictions, attitudes, and actions.

- Facing the Challenges - THE CHALLENGE TO LOVE 1 Corinthians 12-14 Introduction There are many challenges to living the Jesus Life. Paul’s letter to the Corinthians reminds us that we serve a living Savior but we also have our human brokenness to deal with. This can bring many challenges. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love, Acceptance, And Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 23, 2011

Message about the vision we should have as a church to love, accept and forgive everyone.

Note: I was impacted for this message by Jerry Cook's book on Love, Acceptance and Forgiveness. Title: Our Vision Theme: Set the vision for the new year Text: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8a "Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I have become as sounding brass or a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Christian Love Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 11, 2012

Love puts all the spiritual gifts into proper perspective.

Introduction Thirty-two years ago I sat on the grounds of a college in Denton, Texas reading a New Testament. Although I was raised in church, I felt like I was reading the Bible for the first time. The highlight was when I came across 1 Corinthians 13. I have the chapter number circled, and it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Love Must Be Sincere Series

Contributed by Esther Collins on Mar 9, 2021

This is the 2nd devotion in a series entitled, 'Building Relationships that Last.'

Building Relationships that Last # 2 Love Must Be Sincere In the first part of this series, we established the truth that the foundation for all relationships is our love for God, and love for one another. Since love is the key, we will try to understand how we can demonstrate this love for each ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9, 1 Samuel 18:1, Luke 22:48, Luke 23:34, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8  (view more)  (view less)

Love And Relationships

Contributed by Jason York on Oct 9, 2016

Breaks down and details our relationships between man and God

Champions for Christ Cowboy Church Message: Love and Relationships- October 9th, 2016 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nothing Beats Love Part 3

Contributed by Don Jaques on Oct 26, 2006

The Holy Spirit can help all Christians to love in ways that are not envious, not boastful, and not proud.

Everyone look under seat – if you have a tape X come on up I’ve got something for you (have 3 people come up – two get a candy bar, one gets some carrot sticks). Why did I do that? You’ll know in just a few minutes. We’re taking a look at love this month. Not the mushy kind of love – but the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Love - Part Iii Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 15, 2005

Loving your neighbor as yourself

The Power of Love – Part III Matthew 22:39; 1 Corinthians 13:4-6 February 22, 2004 Matthew 22:39 (NLT) A second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ Who Is Your Neighbor? • More than just the guy next door • Your neighbor is any other person – Regardless of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

And Hope Does Not Disappoint PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2025

God draws near to us in our loneliness, offering peace and hope by pouring His love into our hearts through Jesus and the Holy Spirit.

Some nights feel longer than others. The house is quiet, the phone is still, and the ache of an empty chair at the table can sound like thunder in the soul. Bills stack up, worries pile high, and even in a crowded room it’s easy to feel hidden in plain sight. We smile for photos, but the heart can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:5

Topics: Christmas

Naboth's Vineyard PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023

The sermon emphasizes trusting God in dark times, rejecting injustice, safeguarding God's anointed, and resisting envy, as illustrated in 1 Kings 21. Key

Welcome, dear family of faith, to this sacred gathering where we come together, not just as individuals, but as a collective body, knit together by the love of our Savior. We are here to lean into the wisdom of the Word, to let its truths shape us, to let its promises uplift us, and to let its ...read more

Topics: Grapes, Envy

The Candle Of Love Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 18, 2015

The candle of Love is one that God offers us and He wants us to shine this candle brightly to a lost world so those who are lost can experience the love of Jesus. This candle has always been shining from our GREAT God!

INTRODUCTION • PC VIDEO • SLIDE #1 • I like the video because I hope it serves as yet another reminder about the real reason for the season! • Today we light the candle of LOVE. • The way we celebrate Christmas today can easily take one off track as to the real reason ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Learning To Love Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 9, 2015

A sermon to define the Biblical nature of love.

"Lessons for Life Pt 1" Learning to Love 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 1 Corinthians 13:13 So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love. ESV Introduction: How hard can it be to love somebody, right? It ought to be easy, right? Everybody loves love, right? Yet, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Love Is... Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Loving other people before yourself is a distinctive trait of Christians. I want you to see this morning that love first shatters us, then it captures us, and lastly, it empowers us.

The Importance of Love Love is the essence of Christianity. “Because your steadfast love is better than life, my lips will praise you” (Psalm 63:3). The cross of Christ has been the defining act of love for nearly two millennia. Jesus said that love for one another is the badge for Christians: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Sermon On Love Series

Contributed by Frederic Whittier on Oct 31, 2006

The last of a three part series on faith, hope and love.

The Remaining Three A Sermon on Love 1 Corinthians 13:13 Once a young man proposed to his girl as they sat looking over the beautiful lake. “Darling, I want you to know that I love you more than anything else in the world. I want you to marry me. I’m not wealthy; I’m not rich. I don’t have a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13

Denomination: Nazarene

Love: Overcoming My Ego Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Feb 4, 2023

It’s when you embrace humility and love humility you’ll not only make progress toward humility, but you’ll be a long way down the road toward experiencing real love. Instead of seeking recognition in a relationship, know you are already loved and valued by Christ.

Last Sunday, we began a series devoted to bringing the change into our lives that we’ve always longed for. It’s a series devoted to explaining, promoting, and advocating living life with the fruit of the Spirit. Ask the person sitting next to you if they know the fruit of the Spirit. If not, here ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Uncomfortable Love PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 19, 2024

Explores the deep, unconditional love God calls us to embody, and how to live it out daily.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a joy to gather together in His name, to bask in His love, and to learn from His Word? Today, we are going to embark on a quest of understanding, a quest that takes us to the very heart of what it means to be a follower of Christ. We are going to talk ...read more

Topics: Love