Sermons on Love They Neighbor:

Racists And Bigots And Bias, Oh My!

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 15, 2020

The death of George Floyd brought the problem of racial injustice to the forefront again. Although there may be a need for police reform, the underlying problem goes deeper. What does God's word say about things like racism, prejudice and discrimination?

RACISTS AND BIGOTS AND BIAS, OH MY! The death of George Floyd brought the problem of racial injustice to the front burner again. This time it seems like the protesters are not letting up until there's at least some level of reform. Although there may be a need for that, the underlying problem ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:6-7, Philippians 2:1-2, Philippians 4:2-3, Leviticus 19:14-15, James 2:1-4, Acts 10:34-35, Colossians 3:15, Galatians 3:26-28, Psalm 133:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Called To Holiness Series

Contributed by John Bright on Feb 1, 2025

Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

Series: 1 Peter Sermon: “Called to Holiness” 1 Peter 1:13-16 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter 1 “13 Therefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and rest your hope fully upon the grace that is to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 14 as obedient children, not conforming ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16, Acts 16:19, Leviticus 20:7-8, Mark 12:30-31, Exodus 20:2, Isaiah 55:8-9, 1 John 4:7-11, Psalm 103:11-12, Proverbs 26:11, 2 Corinthians 10:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Sheep And Goats Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jan 16, 2022

God’s kind of love … agape … doesn’t follow, it leads by example. It’s a verb. It acts. It leads our hearts. And it changes lives. It changes the life of the person acting in love and it changes the life of the person receiving the love.

Ever get caught in the “if only” trap? You probably have … probably caught in it even now … and don’t even realize it. The “if only” trap works like this: “If only they would rise off the dishes before putting them in the dishwasher …” “If only they wouldn’t leave their dirty socks lying ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:8-12, Matthew 5:43-48, Matthew 25:32, Romans 12:20-21, John 15:12, John 13:34, 1 Thessalonians 1:2, John 3:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

What Is Stewardship?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Mar 10, 2002

Stewardship is the way we express our love for God.

TALKING POINTS: 1. We are nearing the end of our series Bible Jeopardy: You Know The Answer, What Is The Question? (Overhead 1) As both a brief summary and a set up for introducing today’s topic, here are the questions that we have asked. (Overhead 2) All of these are a part of our topic for today ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31

Denomination: Church 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

Fruit That Is Never Out Of Season: Love Series

Contributed by John Maxwell on Aug 10, 2006

I have discovered that love is something you make on occasions and fall into at other times. It’s been known to produce broken hearts and goose bumps, loss of appetite and starry eyes. It’s inspired some to die and others to kill. Love may make the world

FRUIT THAT IS NEVER OUT OF SEASON LOVE I Corinthians 13:4 John Maxwell INTRODUCTION: Today I want to talk to you about love. Out of a kids’ book, Love is Like a Crayon, Because it Comes in All Colors, I brought you a couple statements from kids. This first statement is from Camille, aged 9. They ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4

Denomination: Wesleyan

Patriotic Christians #3 - For The Love Of Country Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 1, 2020

God has blessed us with a great country. There are assets to celebrate. There are shortcomings to mourn. Jesus looked over Jerusalem and expressed the same emotions that we should display for the United States. In the end, we need to pray for our country, stand strong and defend the USA.

Patriotic Christians #3 For the Love of Country Theme: I believe that God has blessed us with a great country in which to live. There are many assets we should celebrate. There are also shortcomings we should mourn. Jesus looked over Jerusalem and expressed the same emotions that we should ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:34-35, Luke 19:41-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let Brotherly Love Continue - With Help Series

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Sep 2, 2007

Philadelphia and Philozenia - luv em with His Love

Penetcost 14 Let Brotherly Love Continue, with help! Sept. 2 † In the Name of Jesus † Grace to you, and peace, from God our Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ! Piano Man… The young musician, week after week, sits and observes the people. There is John, a bartender and wannabe actor; Paul, the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Intimate Love Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 1, 2020

Psalm 32:1-4: The psalmist David as a man who had gone through all blessings in his life. Here, he expresses his deep experiences with sin and iniquity; and their vitality in the damaging totality of personality of human beings.

Psalm 32 - GOD’S INTIMACY I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. If, God willing throughout this month of June 2020, we would meditate under the theme “Restoration”. Psalm 32 and Psalm 51 are tuned together. This psalm titled ‘Maschil’ refers to the instruction and ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Love Casts Out All Fear

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 23, 2020

As believers abandon this world and seek after God's perfect love, they will find that they have nothing to fear. God's unconditional love grants us peace of heart and mind.

I BELIEVE THAT WE HAVE MANAGED TO REACH A SHAMEFUL MILESTONE IN THE UNITED STATES. WE HAVE BECOME “PHOBIA” CRAZY AND HAVE DECLARED “PHOBI-WARFARE” WHEN SOMEONE SAYS SOMETHING THAT APPARENTLY OFFENDS US! WHEN WE DECLARE SUCH “OFFENSE,” WE STAGE OUR OVER-DRAMATIC, THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE TO LET ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-18, John 14:27, John 13:34-35, James 4:7-8, 1 John 3:1, Philippians 3:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Continual Pursuit Of God’s Love

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Oct 31, 2021

How many times have we heard someone say, before giving their life to Jesus? I just felt like something was missing in my life, something of a spiritual nature.

The Continual Pursuit Of God’s Love Psalms 139:13-18 NIV This is David’s realization of God’s amazing love and attentiveness to every humans soul and existence! 13. For you created my inmost being;     you knit me together in my mother’s womb. 14. I praise you because I am ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:11, Psalm 139:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"oaths, Eyes And Cheeks, And Enemies"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Feb 28, 2025

Series on the Sermon on the Mount

Title: “Oaths, Eyes & Cheeks, and Enemies” Script: Mt. 5:33ff Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 3-2-25 Intro: The children’s song: “Head and Shoulders, Knees and Toes” was documented as early 1912. It has been sung in nearly every country of the world, although the tune for the lyrics ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Breaking Down Barriers Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 3, 2010

The Spirit descends upon Gentile believers before Peter is ale to finish her sermon. When Peter shares what happened with the church leaders they realize that the kingdom of God is open to more people than they had first imagined.

INTRODUCTION In the Book of Acts, the Holy Spirit moves in a mighty, miraculous way. On the day of Pentecost, which is the birth of the Christian church, over 3,000 people responded to the gospel of Jesus Christ and became Christians. A man who had been lame from birth was healed and began to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18, Acts 10:24-38

Denomination: Lutheran

A Kinder And Gentler Community

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 3, 2018

a community must respect and care for each other

Jesus gave us only two commandments: This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. (John 15:12) The second is this: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' There is no commandment greater than these (Mark 12:31) For those of you who are relatively new to In The Garden, I ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal

Going Beyond Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jul 6, 2019

Second mile walking means we take the extra way. We go beyond what is expected in love and forgiveness.

Title: Going Beyond Theme: Showing the importance of taking the extra step. Text: Matthew 5:41 "You have heard that it was said, 'An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.'But I tell you not to resist an evil person. But whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-45, Luke 22:33-34

Denomination: Church Of God