Sermons on Love Or Duty:

Love The Church Honestly Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jun 24, 2013

The Church, our messes, Jesus' love

LOVE THE CHURCH HONESTLY Revelation 2-3 (p861-863) June 23, 2013 INTRODUCTION Do you know how you can tell if someone really loves you or not? It’s not so much if they hug on you and smile at you in your presence…Don’t get me wrong, that’s encouraging and nice, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Onesimus

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 31, 2011

This is a sermon about Onesimus. We should act out of love, not out of duty.

Philemon 1:1-22 Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy our brother, To Philemon our dear friend and fellow worker, 2 to Apphia our sister, to Archippus our fellow soldier and to the church that meets in your home: 3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Beware Of False Teachers PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023

Explores discernment, divine love, and our duties towards God and our neighbors.

Friends, brothers, and sisters in Christ, it is indeed a joyous occasion to gather together, united by our faith and love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to reflect, to learn, and to grow, not just as individuals, but as a community, as the body of Christ. We are here to seek wisdom and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-46

Topics: False Teachers

A Generation That Doesn't Know God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

Explores our lifelong duty to share God's love and wisdom with future generations.

Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and souls, united in the name of our Lord. It's a joy to come together, to share in the love and wisdom that radiates from the Holy Scripture. Today, we're turning the pages of our Bibles to Psalm 71:18, a verse that speaks volumes about our duty ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:18

Topics: Communication, Responsibility

Building A Culture With A Long-Term Charitable Viewpoint Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 21, 2009

We have a duty in charity to address issues of massive disparities in economic development and incomes.

November 23, 2009 Bl Miguel Pro Caritas in Veritate The Old Testament had particular contempt for those who oppressed widows and orphans. In a male-dominated society, where women were almost like property rather than equal partners in a marriage, being a widow, particularly a childless one, was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-4

Denomination: Catholic

"The Right & Responsibility To Vote”

Contributed by David Hill on Oct 26, 2004

Christians have a right & a responsibility to vote for those who goven us.

“The Right & Responsibility to Vote” Proverbs 29:2 In 1938 the name Boston Curtis appeared on the ballot for Republican Committeeman from Milton, Washington. Actually, Boston Curtis was a donkey. The town’s mayor sponsored the animal to demonstrate that people know very little about the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:2

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Obligated

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 8, 2013

We are obligated in many ways in this life as Christians. 1- We are obligated to men 2- We are obligated to preaching 3- We are obligated to faith

INTRO.- ILL.- One day, when one of his secretaries suggested dropping work for a diversion which he knew would appeal to President Woodrow Wilson, he replied, “My boss won’t let me do it.” “Your boss?” questioned the friend, wondering who could be the boss of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:14-17, Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Encouragement To Proceed

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 2, 2023

Everybody has a job, a calling, a gift. Often, we are discouraged during our Christian walk of faith. If we know and see someone struggling to follow their call, why not help them?

Often, we are discouraged during our Christian walk of faith. We have felt the call of God, and as we strive to follow His will, it seems as though we cannot accomplish or reach that goal God set before us. We should try to remember that God is with us. He would not have placed that calling within ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love Is

Contributed by Darian Catron on Feb 10, 2021

What is love? How will I know love when I see it? Is it just something I feel inside? Is it just a word we say? What the World says about love and what the Word says about love are two very different ideas.

INTRODUCTION: Illustration/Story/Quote/Statistic- One of my main languages is music, so I’m going to be quoting some popular songs of my era that talk about love this morning since it is, after-all, Valentine’s Day. I hope you don’t mind. In the popular 80s song by the group Foreigner, the lead ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-18, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Initiating The Turn-3(2023)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 3, 2023

3 of 12. Luke informed his audience of the initial steps that God took to turn His people toward Himself. God began the process of turning of His people toward Himself. But what principles does God use to begin turning people toward Himself? In Initiating the Turn, God uses...

‘INITIATING The TURN’-III—Luke 1:10(:5-25) Attention: Marine Corps exercise regimen for people over 60. As Always Contact Your Physician Before Beginning A New Exercise Regimen. Older Marines Still in Good Condition Can Double The Time If They are Able. •BEGIN by standing on a comfortable but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:10, Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

Love Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Nov 7, 2018

Biblical or divine love is a self-sacrificing, caring commitment that shows itself in seeking the highest good for the one being loved.

According to the musical wisdom of John, Paul, George, and Ringo … “All you need is love, love … love is all you need.” Well … that and food … and shelter … and air … and sleep … Love is literally in the air. You hear that word everywhere. It’s been the subject of plays and novels and poems, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Love Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jun 19, 2021

We often think of love as some syrupy, sweet, tingly, sentimental, ooey, gooey feeling. Biblical or divine love, however, is a self-sacrificing, caring commitment that shows itself in seeking the highest good for the one being loved.

According to the musical wisdom of John, Paul, George, and Ringo ... otherwise known as "The Beatles" to us older folks … “All you need is love, love … love is all you need.” Well … that and food … and shelter … and air … and sleep … Love is literally in the air. You hear that word ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11, John 3:16, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Love Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 19, 2010

A study of chapter 1 verses 1 through 17

Song of Songs 1: 1 – 17 Love 1 The song of songs, which is Solomon’s. 2 Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth— For your love is better than wine. 3 Because of the fragrance of your good ointments, your name is ointment poured forth; therefore the virgins love you. 4 ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:1-17

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How's Your Love Life Series

Contributed by Mark Perryman on Jan 11, 2008

Looking at a church that has lost it’s first love

INTRO: How’s your love life? Take a poll on how long honeymoons last (answer by a show of hands). -How many think a honeymoon lasts one year, 6 months, 3 months, 1 month, 2 weeks, 1 day. Saying: Some say the honeymoon is the period of time when you say "I do". .& you better. ex couple watching TV, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Parable Of The Good Samaritan Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 15, 2002

In the parable of the Good Samaritan we find some basic lessons on compassion.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 26 The Parable of the Good Samaritan Luke 10:25-37 Dr. John R. Hamby “The Murder of Kitty Genovese" “At approximately 3:20 on the morning of March 13, 1964, twenty-eight-year-old ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist