Sermons on Loves Impact:

Love Is Everything

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jul 6, 2007

Jesus says that the point of the Bible and the point of life is love. Is it really that simple?

Homily for Retirement Suites by the Lake - July 7, 2007 --This is a message for an ecumenical service at my parent’s retirement community-- "An expert in the law, tested (Jesus) with this question:"Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?" Jesus replied: "’Love the Lord your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:35-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Costs Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 9, 2007

While traveling to Jerusalem, a Samaritan village refuses to welcome Jesus and his disciples. Instead of judgment, Jesus demonstrates to his followers overwhelming compassion and reminds us of how he moves in our lives.

Luke 9:51-62 “Love Costs” INTRODUCTION The stories that we have of Jesus give us snapshots of Jesus, his life and his ministry. Snapshots are powerful communicators. They can, however, limit the information they convey, or massage it. We only see the story that is contained within the frame ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Lutheran

Revolutionary Love

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Apr 4, 2008

THIS SERMON TOUCHES UPON THE COMMAND TO LOVE ONE ANOTHER AS A COPY OF HIS LOVE TOWARDS US.

Revolutionary love. John 13:34-35. A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved, so you must love one another. By this all men shall know you are my disciples, if you love one another. Here we have Jesus in his upper room prior to his crucifixion and resurrection and he wants ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Love For A Mother

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Apr 7, 2008

This sermon is one of comending those who take care of their parents or grandparents. God and heaven honors those who makes the sacrifice.

Introduction: When we look at this fifth event at the cross, Jesus the Christ was still in the loving business. His whole being was still focused and entrapped in loving others. Here Jesus sets the stage for what we should do for our parents and grand parents. And that takes me to my only ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Love: The Test

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Apr 9, 2008

This sermon talks about the real proof of genuine Christianity

LOVE: THE TEST 1 John 4:7-8 - Question: What is the mark of a Christian? What is the test that stands true in showing us that someone is a Christian? - Is it church attendance? Wearing witness wear? Bumper stickers? Toting a 95 pound bible? - What is the test that shows the world that we ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Prodigal Love Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 15, 2008

If the devil can convince you that your core identity is a sinner then you will live and act like it for the rest of your life. He knows that your actions arise from your identity, so he will try to convince you that your identity arises from your action

Review We have been examining what it means to “be” the family of God. The past couple of weeks and this week we are looking at what it means to be a child of God. I think that we are all a bit stumped when it comes to recognizing our identity as a child of God. We are used to seeing ourselves ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Love Deeper Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Apr 18, 2008

Love is a gift God gives to be given.

Title: Love Deeper Text: John 12:1-8 Thesis: Love is a gift God gives…to be given. Series Introduction; Tim McGraw’s hit song Live Like You Were Dying, is the springboard for the current series of messages. The song is the story of a man who learned he was dying of a fatal disease and what he ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Love

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Oct 28, 2007

Often we reject our role as disciples because the thought of leading others to Jesus scares us. We don’t think we know enough about the Bible, or understand enough about theology, or believe we’re good enough. And we’re right.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) As disciples we are all Christian leaders. That’s a concept we may not all be comfortable with. We ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-14

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Love Is A Commitment

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 24, 2007

Wedding sermon talking about the commitment that love is with a Shakepearean allusion.

Love is a smoke made with the fume of sighs; Being purged, a fire sparkling in lovers’ eyes; Being vexed, a sea nourished with loving tears. These lines spoken by Romeo in Shakespeare’s masterpiece, Romeo and Juliet, give us a very shallow view of love. Love, to Romeo, is really only infatuation. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7

Denomination: Lutheran

A Life Of Love Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Oct 2, 2007

Knowing and obeying God’s Word will result in deep love for my brothers and sisters in Christ.

Legendary football coach Vince Lombardi was once asked what it took to make a winning team. This was Lombardi’s answer: “First, teach the fundamentals; a player’s got to know the basics of the game. Next, you’ve got to keep him in line; that’s discipline. The men have to play as a team. And ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

New Love

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 3, 2007

Love is the key ingredient, and Christ offers us New Love!

New Love Text: John 13:34-35 34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. 35 By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.” Men and women outside the circle of believers should ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Love Song

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 7, 2007

Song of Songs shows us how mature, enduring love is expressed. Love is blessed, consecrated when we see God as our greatest Lover, Who gives us a capacity for life-changing love.

“Love Song” -Song of Songs 2:1-7 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts (I assure you, this will be a “G-Rated” sermon) You don’t hear too many messages on the Song of Solomon, and most people don’t know what to make of this earthy, poetic book. To add to the ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:1-7

Denomination: Congregational

Radical Love Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jul 14, 2008

Jesus provides us with an ideal prescription for what radical love requires and looks like. Through the Holy Spirit, He empowers us to live it. How will WE choose to respond?

RADICAL LOVE Third in Series: “Love In Action” Rev. Todd G. Leupold Perth Bible Church July 13, 2008 AM INTRODUCTION: As we continue to talk about “Love In Action,” it is important that we understand the tremendous differences between living love in motion, and going through the motions. For a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Baptist

Love & War

Contributed by Dan Cormie on May 5, 2008

Jesus tells us to turn the other cheek so that we will be "like your Father in heaven" but what about all that Old Testament carnage that He commanded? How does loving our enemies apply to the modern politics of war?

Dakota Community Church May 4, 2008 Love & War Jesus said we are supposed to turn the other cheek when an enemy strikes us, right; but what about all that Old Testament talk about mighty warriors and the armies of God, and how does modern conservative Christian teaching about patriotism and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:2-5

Denomination: Mennonite

True Love

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on May 6, 2008

This fallen, wicked world has a warped understanding of love. True love is described very clearly in 1 Corinthians 13.

INTRODUCTION 1 Corinthians 13 is a wonderful portrait of Christ. Put Christ in place of charity throughout the chapter and you will have a blessed study. The aim of this sermon is to get Christians to love one another. Love is the life-blood of a church. Many are torn apart because of a lack of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13