Sermons on Love Those Who Hate:

Love

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 14, 2005

John 3:16 16 “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.

Love by Ed Pruitt John 3:16-16 LOVE SUNDAY AM 11/21/1999 John 3:16 16 “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. 1 John 3:1 Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Church Of God

Circle Core Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 20, 2021

Who is in your circle? Are they the right people? Why? What are the people in our circles supposed to do? We will discover that those who are close matter most!

Circle Check Pt. 1 - Circle Core I. Introduction Circles are everywhere. Roadways, signs, coins, cups, headlights, taillights, logos, jewelry . . . circles surround. When you get right down to it ... circles is another way to describe relationships. We begin to circle up at a young age. On the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34

Denomination: Pentecostal

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

Love Found A Way

Contributed by Kevin Barron on May 26, 2013

Love controls everything about who God is and should be the controlling factor in our life as well.

LOVE FOUND A WAY I CORINTHIANS 13:1-13 (NRSV) FEBRUARY 3, 2013 FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY, YEAR C HARRISBURG, AR FARM HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH INTRO. Have you heard the story about the actor who was playing the part of Christ in the Passion Play at Eureka Springs, up in the Ozarks? As he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Manifestation Of Love Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on May 15, 2019

The Bible says that we are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that we declare the praises of him who called us out of darkness into his wonderful light. One of the ways we declare the praises of God is by operating in love.

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured Manifestation of Love. 1 Corinthians 16:14-18 The Bible says that we are a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Acts 6:4, Romans 15:25, James 4:7, Romans 12:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Stumbling Blocks Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 7, 2016

The story of Edom can become our story and their stumbling blocks within can become ours

“Stumbling Blocks to God” Obadiah 1:1-21 An old American Indian tale recounts the story of a chief who was telling a gathering of young braves about the struggle within. "It is like two Stumbling Blocks s fighting inside of us," the chief told them. "There is one good dog who wants to ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:1-21

Denomination: Methodist

Ruth: Quitting Is Not An Option Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Feb 10, 2009

This part 1 of a series on the life of Ruth. The theme is how God providentially moves in the lives of those who commit to Him.

RUTH: QUITTING IS NOT AN OPTION Ruth 1:1-22 By Pastor Ralph Juthman INTRODUCTION: Illustration- Ladies/Men Answer this Question, what is the title of your favotite movie, TV show or book ( other than the Bible). There are obvious differences. Personally, I like movies/tv shows and books that ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Circumcision Of The Heart"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 3, 2011

A sermon which tries to address justification, sanctification and God's transforming salvific work in those who will respond to God's love.

Deuteronomy 30:6, 11-14 Romans 10:5-15 “Circumcision of the Heart” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org How many times have you read about something someone did, whether it be in the newspaper or on the internet or maybe you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:5-15

Denomination: United Methodist

We Know That...

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 19, 2023

We know all things work together for good to those who love the Love the Lord and called to His purpose

We know that… Romans chapter 8:28-31 Galatians 5:16-18 Greeting- Good morning everyone! If you would turn to Romans 8 and Galatians 5 we will be there in a minute. I am so glad to be here I can hardly stand it. I have been waiting for this day! I have been praying and believe with all my heart ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-31

Denomination: Nazarene

The Prodigal Who Stayed Home

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 16, 2005

How do you know if you are inching away from a relationship with God? The story of the Prodigal Son features two sons - this is the one who don’t often hear about. Yet he usually bears the closest resemblance to those in the church.

The Prodigal Who Stayed Home Luke 15:1, 2, and 25-32 "Tax collectors and other notorious sinners often came to listen to Jesus teach. This made the Pharisees and teachers of religious law complain that he was associating with such despicable people - even eating with them!" These two verses from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is One Way To God Really Fair? (What About Those Who Have Never Heard?) Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 6, 2004

Exploring Jesus claim that He is "the Way, the Truth, and the Light" and that "no man comes to the Father except through [him]".

Last week we looked at the unquestionable and unavoidable claims of Christ…today I want to address a concern that often arises from the sidelines of such claims… Is one way to God really fair? It’s a big world…with many following religious traditions within their own culture…isn’t Christianity a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is And Who Is Not Welcomed By God Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Sep 12, 2002

A teaching message on Luke 18:9-14.

Luke Series #79 September 15, 2002 Title: Who is and Who is Not Welcomed by God Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com <mailto:pastorsarver@yahoo.com> Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info <http://www.newlifeinchrist.info> Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. This morning we are in Chapter 18 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Who Exchanges Ashes For Beauty Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 12, 2025

God specializes in transforming sorrow into joy, shame into glory, and ashes into beauty for those who trust Him.

THE GOD WHO EXCHANGES ASHES FOR BEAUTY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 61:1-3 Key Verse: “To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Importance Of Love & Doctrine Series

Contributed by Othniel Andrew on Mar 16, 2018

There is a lot of confusion and confrontation when it comes to love and doctrine. Many argue that love is more important or love is enough! On the other hand, there are others who emphasize more on doctrine and avoid others who don't agree with them.

The Importance of Love & Doctrine ***************************** Mark 1:22 And they were astonished at His doctrine: for He taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes. John 14:21 He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall ...read more

Denomination: Independent Bible

"love Wins"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 27, 2022

A sermon for anyone who has ever failed Jesus.

“Love Wins” John 21:1-19 Let’s go back three years before our Gospel Lesson for this morning. Jesus had gone out and selected 12 men. They were your average everyday kind of guys...and Jesus found them doing your average everyday kind of things... ...and when Jesus found them He said to them ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: United Methodist