Sermons on Love Of Christ:

Loving Your Enemy Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 27, 2016

Make choices that reflect God's will. Rely on the Holy Spirit's guidance. Trust God for the unknowns. Choose to let His love flows through us.

Let’s read it - 1 Sam 26:1-25. I believe you have this feeling that you read this before. This encounter is very similar to the one in chapter 24 when he was in the cave in En Gedi. • David got so close to Saul he could cut off a corner of Saul’s robe. In this chapter, he took ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 26:1-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Relational Living: Love Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 7, 2021

Let me ask you, “Are you disappointed in the way your relationships are turning out? Do you long to go deeper with those around you? If so, listen and learn from the words of Jesus as He explained the dynamics of love. Our Scripture passage this morning comes from the Gospel of John 15.

For the next 6 weeks, I want to take a close look at relationships. Let’s face it, relationships seldom seem to last or at least be what they once were when a relationship began. I’m not just talking about when two people meet and fall in love. I’m talking about all relationships where we become ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Love One Another

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Apr 1, 2003

Jesus Commands us to Love One Another

Love One Another 1st John 2:7-14 Jeff Hughes I. Introduction a. By way of introduction, let’s briefly look at the five verses we studied last time. b. First, we looked at the topic of obedience, using verse 3 as our text. We found that obeying the Lord’s commands was critical to knowing Him, which ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Devoted To Loving God Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 19, 2020

With God’s help, we can be devoted: putting God’s love at the center of our lives.

Devoted to Loving God James 1:16-18 With God’s help, we can be devoted: putting God’s love at the center of our lives. SLIDE #1 INTRODUCTION • Today we wrap up our four-week series on the subject of being devoted to God. • How does one foster an attitude of devotion to another ...read more

Scripture: James 1:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are The Marks Of A Believer?

Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 31, 2001

What does a believer who follow Christ really look like? What changes should one expect when one trust in the leadership of Christ.

Discipleship WHAT ARE THE MARKS OF A BELIEVER? by ANDREW CHAN, Pilgrim Baptist, Vancouver, BC Being a disciple of Christ (a follower or a believer) is not about merely following a list of do this and don’t do that. To follow Jesus is more about “done”, rather than “do.” He has done it, when it ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Unless The Grain Falls Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Nov 14, 2006

A sermon that discusses what it means to die to christ - Uses a graphic description of Christs death and an amusing story to emphasize it’s points - Was well received

Unless a grain of wheat John 12 – 23 Jesus replied, “The hour has come for the son of Man to be glorified, I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds. The man who loves his life will lose it, ...read more

Scripture: John 12:21-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Limits Of Peace Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 21, 2007

The cross of Christ not only brings peace, but also division. When faced with opposition and division, disciples of Christ stand firm while loving and respecting their opponents.

Luke 12:49-56 “The Limits of Peace” INTRODUCTION The night sky was cloudless and filled with stars. Shepherds watched their flocks, while they huddled around a campfire. Suddenly, they were surrounded by a multitude of angels. They were told not to fear because the angels brought them good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

Denomination: Lutheran

Love One Another Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on May 7, 2016

Jesus said that we would be known by our love for one another.

Coca-Cola Super Bowl Commercial. One of the most memorable commercials that aired during the Super Bowl (don’t roll the dice on what you are not sure of when you have a sure fire thing in your life) was a Coca-Cola commercial that challenged our culture to let go of all the expressions of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

Christ And The Red Heifer

Contributed by William Yates on Feb 7, 2004

In this sermon we examine the sacrifice of the Red Heifer and how it relates to the atonement of Christ.

Numbers 19 Laws of Purification The Purification of the Unclean 1 Now the LORD spoke to Moses and Aaron, saying, 2"This is the ordinance of the law which the LORD has commanded, saying: "Speak to the children of Israel, that they bring you a red heifer without blemish, in which there is no ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 19:1-13

Identity & Confidence In Christ

Contributed by Noah Kaye on May 4, 2005

A sermon that practically illustrates who we are in christ, why we are worth a great deal and how crazy the lord is about us.

Identity & Confidence in Christ Introduction: •I have noticed that there seems to be a trend in the mindset of many Christians that I think is degenerating our effectiveness. •This trend/tendency seems to be present in many Christians. •I am talking the fact that there are so many Christians that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27

Denomination: Mennonite

Why Did The "Sinners" Love Hanging Out With Jesus?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 30, 2013

It's a fact worth pondering: the tax collectors and sinners LIKED being with Jesus. That's not usually how the lost feel around us. What did Jesus have that we don't?

AN IMPORTANT FACT: The tax collectors and “sinners” liked hanging out with Jesus. - Matthew 9:10. - It’s easy to rush past verse 10 and get to the rest of this story, but it’s worth settling for a moment here and thinking about its implications. The tax collectors and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Glue

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 8, 2009

This message explores the significance of the challenge, in 1 Corinthians 6:17, to unite (or glue) ourselves with the Lord and all that entails.

1 Cor.6:17 2. 1 Cor.6:17 - “He who unites himself with the Lord is one with him in spirit.” a. Unite: GK: Kollao, from root Kolla (glue). i. To glue, cement or fasten together. 3. There are 2 different aspects to this verse. a. 1 The initial and 2 the progressive. b. Example: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 2: Our Most Important Choice Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on Jan 14, 2009

The 4 most important choices you can make to change your outlook on life into the outlook that God intends for you.

What the Cross Teaches Us Part 2: Our Most Important Choice Text “35Then James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came to him. "Teacher," they said, "we want you to do for us whatever we ask." 36"What do you want me to do for you?" he asked. 37They replied, "Let one of us sit at your right and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Church Of God

Short Challenge: God Is Passionate About You Series

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 14, 2009

A short challenge to live remembering how God views us!

Short Challenge: God is passionate about you. Jer.31:3 – “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving-kindness.” What does that mean? Never ended or began. Ps.139:17-18 – “How precious to me are your thoughts, O God! How vast is the sum of them! Were I to count them, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grave Consequences

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

Jesus’ encounter at a grave had grave consequences!

Grave Consequences John 11: 1-21; 28-44 None of us like to be grouped. But I really feel impressed that this story presents us a picture of the three types or groups of people who sit in services like this. All three types are here. 1. Think it is too late. 21“Lord,” Martha said to ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Pentecostal