Sermons on Love Vs Lust:

To Love Or Not To Love That Is The Question

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Feb 8, 2009

To Love or Not to Love one another

To Love or Not to Love? That is the Question I John 2:1-17 I. John Realizing God’s Love for Him (v. 5) a. John and his brother James had been fishermen i. Worked with their father, Zebedee ii. They loved their father, the boats, the sea b. Then one day John heard the call of Jesus (Mark ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Warfare: The Flesh Vs. The Spirit Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 1, 2019

Galatians 5:16–18 introduces the passage by setting forth the nature of Spiritual Warfare between the flesh and the Spirit. In this we see 1) The Warfare Command (Galatians 5:16), 2) The Warfare Conflict (Galatians 5:17), and 3) The Warfare Caution (Galatians 5:18).

One of the most tragic elements of warfare is the event of collateral damage. Often in military operations, civilians are caught in the crossfire. Whether it is in Palestine or Iraq, civilians often get hurt between two fighting forces. Sometimes, one side, usually the weaker one, deliberately puts ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-18

Denomination: Other

Jesus Begins Ministry (Luke 4)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 13, 2024

What are the basic temptations of life? What was Jesus' message in summary? Let's look at Luke 4.

How did Jesus prepare for His earthly ministry? What was His message all about? Let’s look at Luke 4. Did Jesus, filled with the Holy Spirit, speak in tongues or was He led into the wilderness? Was He thirsty after fasting or just hungry? Then Jesus, filled with the Holy Spirit, returned from the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Salvation By Grace Vs. Good Works

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 10, 2013

Some might say that there is a conflict that exists in the doctrine of faith, because it says in one place, “Believe, and thou shalt be saved,” and in another place it says, “Ye must be born again.” But both of these things are equally true: the Holy Spi

2-25-2003 Tom Lowe Salvation by Grace vs. Good Works Text: "Not of works, lest any man should boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Spong Vs Spong Part 6

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 6, 2020

What should Christians do with disruptive heretics in their midst?

God easily overcomes educated, intelligent, so-called wisdom that denies Him: “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise; the intelligence of the intelligent I will frustrate.” … Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world? (1 Corinthians 1:18-20 NIV) How powerful is our God? Who dares to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:158, Jeremiah 23:30-32, Numbers 15:30-31, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, James 5:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Gates Of Hell V/S The Church

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 29, 2005

Even the very gates of hell can not prevail against the church that Jesus has built!

From the Desk of Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA The Gates of Hell v/s The Church Matt 16:13-18 I think there is some misunderstanding in regard to the gates of hell, and hope to be able to clear it up today. Smith’s Bible Dictionary says, “To posses the gate was a term meaning power ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Loving Others In A Godly Way Is Called Agape Love Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 14, 2024

In this sermon, we will study into the biblical teachings on agape love, exploring its definition, characteristics, and practical applications.

As followers of Jesus Christ, we are called to love others in a way that reflects God's character and nature. This type of love is known as agape love, and it is a fundamental aspect of the Christian faith. In this sermon, we will study into the biblical teachings on agape love, exploring its ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Satan's Battle Tactics Part 5 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 18, 2018

Part five of this series focuses on our desires for other things as mentioned in Mark 4:18-19.

Satan’s Battle Tactics Part 5 Scriptures: Mark 4:18-19; Galatians 5:16-17; Romans 8:10-18 This is part five of my series on Satan’s ballet tactics. This morning we will examine how our desires for other things (fulfilling the lusts of our flesh) will choke the Word of God out of us. I shared ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:18-19, Galatians 5:16-17, Romans 8:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Calls Us To Walk Through Life In A Worthy Way Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 26, 2024

How can we live in a worthy way for Jesus Christ? 1. Head toward humility (vs. 2). 2. Move forward with meekness (vs. 2). 3. Learn to be longsuffering (vs. 2). 4. Be led by godly love (vs. 2). 5. Pursue godly peace (vs. 3).

God Calls Us to Walk through Life in a Worthy Way Ephesians 4:1-3 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians (Prepared April 26, 2024) BACKGROUND: *Here in chapter 4, Paul reminds Christians that we are all called by God to live in a worthy way. The Apostle then began to show us how. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Fear Thru The Love Of God Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 19, 2015

Paul instructed Timothy that in his Christian 'toolbelt' he had 3 tools by which he could overcome fear in his walk with Christ. The 1st of those tools we heard last week, it is the POWER of God! This morning we will look at the 2nd tool, the LOVE of God.

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: January 17, 2015 Date Preached: January 18, 2015 Church: OPBC (AM) Sunday FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Title: Love Overcomes Fear Text: 1 John 4:10-19 (ESV) ETS: Scripture makes it clear that fear and love do not coexist. ESS: Today’s passage is clear to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Baptist

What's The Connection Between Good Works And Salvation? Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001

GOOD DEEDS (INCLUDING KINDNESS TOWARDS OTHERS) ARE THE NATURAL EXPRESSION OF A CONVERTED LIFE, NOT THE BASIS FOR SALVATION

BIG IDEA: GOOD DEEDS (INCLUDING KINDNESS TOWARDS OTHERS) ARE THE NATURAL EXPRESSION OF A CONVERTED LIFE, NOT THE BASIS FOR SALVATION I. (:1-2) REMINDER TO PURSUE GOOD DEEDS CONSISTENTLY -- DON’T FALL BACK INTO THE OLD WAYS A. Submission to Authority 1. "Remind them to be subject to rulers, to ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

(Section 5) The Perfect Man And Separation - Wars Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 26, 2018

Wars due to lust. War inside. War with God. Uncertain future.

HE PERFECT MAN AND SEPARATION I. WARS A. Result from lusts within 1. A man can become a slave to lusts and pleasures, and, when he does, malice and envy and hatred enter into life. 2. The basic desires are for the same things-- money, power, prestige, worldly possessions, and ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Having A Heart Condition"

Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Jul 9, 2002

A message on the utter inadequecy of a righteousness that only goes skin-deep.

“Having a Heart Condition” Matt. 5:20-26 July 7, 2002 The Rev’d Quintin Morrow St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Fort Worth, Texas www.st-andrew.com In 1506 Leonardo Da Vinci painted perhaps the most valuable, famous, and easily-recognizable portrait in the world on a piece of pine wood: The Mona ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20-26

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Flesh And The Spirit.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Feb 14, 2005

The basic problem all of us face is ourselves.

The flesh and the spirit. Galatians 5:16 -- 26. 02/13/05 I have been having some trouble with a person in our church and I think it is time I just call out that person’s name. As a matter of fact, I have been having trouble with this person ever since I have been here. So, tonight, I just want ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

"Love’s In Need Of Love”

Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on Mar 8, 2022

Strangely enough, this four-letter word carries a lot of weight in every situation through many generations. What love may mean to you may not mean the same as I see it but everybody wants to know what love is.

Our subject from the Scripture that was in your hearing, is a question I would like to ask. A question we all should ask ourselves when it comes to the subject we will speak on and try through God’s word find a conclusion. I would like to speak to you through the Holy Spirit’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Baptist