Sermons on Loving God And Others:

The Peace Of God Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 31, 2001

Peace with one another means being in a right relationship with one another. Peace within means being alright within, & peace with God means being alright with God.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK ILL. Have you ever heard of Tracy Lyperd? Tracy was a beauty queen in VA a few years ago. Shortly after crowning her successor, she drove 250 miles to seek revenge on her ex boyfriend for jilting her & marrying another. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Restored

Contributed by Daniel Wheat on May 29, 2009

Two Sundays ago we looked at Acts 3 where it told the story of the lame man at the gate of Beautiful. If you remember the man had been lame from birth and had lived a life depending upon the kindness of others. Just when he thought it was going to be a no

“Be Restored” John 21:15-17 Introduction: Two Sundays ago we looked at Acts 3 where it told the story of the lame man at the gate of Beautiful. If you remember the man had been lame from birth and had lived a life depending upon the kindness of others. Just when he thought it was going to be a ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Love Of Money Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 30, 2021

It is plain to see that money is an easy god to love, and the worshipper of it can easily win converts to it. It is likely the most popular of all the religions of the world, even though it is never listed among the world religions.

When a Mr. Blodgett won 25 thousand dollars on a TV program the master of ceremonies asked him what he was going to do with the money. He replied, "It will probably all go to charity." The audience broke into a tremendous round of applause while the band played for he's a jolly good ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Handling Complaints In A Healthy Way

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Jul 25, 2009

The church consists of people, and at some stage in a growing church complaints and differences of opinion will occur. This sermon explores the biblical approach to handling complaints.

As I read the New Testament one of things that becomes clear is that God knows that although He wants us to be living together in harmony, that we will struggle. So He gives us guidance, such as that found in Colossians 3:13-15 13 Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Three Simple Rules (2) Series

Contributed by O. K. Neal on Jan 25, 2010

Consider following Wesley’s three rules instead of 615+ commandments. Second, do good.

Three simple rules (2) Excerpts taken from the talk (and book) of Bishop Rueben P. Job by the same title Matt 7:12 Of course, this is “Golden Rule” One little boy said it reads, “Do ONE to others before they do ONE to you.” Last week “Do no Harm” Wesley said it this way...”By doing no harm, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Real Christianity

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 27, 2016

With everything going on and this world trying to identify itself with people and causes, what does the Bible say a real Christian looks like?

Real Christianity Matthew 25:31-46 Introduction- This morning, I want you to think about 0ur country, the United States of America. It is anything but united. I want you to think about politics for a moment. I know religion and politics don’t mix well, so I will be careful about the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Nazarene

Forgiven To Forgive Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 13, 2011

As challenging as it may be Christians are called to place no limitations on their forgiveness of others.

Matthew 18:21-35 “Forgiven to Forgive” INTRODUCTION The self-help industry is a multi-billion dollar business. There are millions of people, like you and me, who are willing to shell out significant amounts of cash in order to attain the nirvana of success. They develop seven ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Father Forgive Them & This Day You Will Be In Paradise Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Feb 8, 2009

This sermon begins a series on the "7 Last Sayings of Christ on the Cross" and focuses on Jesus forgiving His murderers and His welcome to paradise of one of the criminals hanging beside Him.

Sermon for CATM – February 8, 2009 – The 7 Last Sayings of Christ on the Cross – Father, Forgive Them/This Day in Paradise Today we begin, at Church at the Mission, a journey to the cross. Now, later this month with Ash Wednesday we merge our journey with the annual trek to Good Friday that the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gospel Citizenship - Philippians 1:27 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 23, 2022

What does it mean to live out your heavenly citizenship in this life?

Philippians 1:27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending as one man for the faith of the gospel 28 without being frightened in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27

The Grace Of God

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 28, 2005

Grace loves us even though we are undeserving of love.

As most of you know, my fiancée Melissa is an art major at Gordon College. Part of being an art major, each art student has to complete a senior thesis which is a major final project that takes three months to complete. When they are finished, the outcome is beautiful art work and a gallery ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Story Of Esau And Jacob - Why It's Destructive To Hold A Grudge

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Oct 8, 2013

For those of us who have or maybe are holding grudges now, I hope you understand how destructive it is for you. It's impossible to love those you hold a grudge against.

Have you ever held a grudge? I have. I was once accused of plagiarizing material I wrote for a small group study. The person who accused me wanted to fire me, but, didn't have the authority himself to do it, so he tried to diminish my character by accusing me of stealing my material. I have to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:1-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Father, "Knows Best"!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 27, 2011

He had places to go, people to see, things to do, it was going to be the social event of the year. He was finally going to be free at last to do as he pleased 24/7. No one was going to tell him what to do any longer, he had had enough,

Father Knows Best! Today we celebrate the day that comes but once a year, while many things are only celebrated once a year, only this day honors fathers. Idnt odd though, statistics show that, most fathers get stuck grilling out on their day of being honored, while mothers are never asked to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forgiveness

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 13, 2012

We must forgive others because we have been forgiven.

Forgiveness August 12, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must forgive others because we have been forgiven. Focus Passage: Matthew 18:21-35 Supplemental Passage: "For if you forgive others for their transgressions, your heavenly Father will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

A Picture Of Forgiveness- The Father Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 18, 2010

The father paints the most beautiful picture of forgiveness for all of us to behold!

INTRODUCTION • VIDEO CLIP (After clip, then go to PowerPoint’s) • SLIDE #1 • God gives us some DIFFICULT stuff to do at times. • Of all the things we are called to do as a follower of Jesus and quite frankly as a decent human being the thought of having to extend forgiveness to someone who has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Differences Make Us Whole

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 29, 2025

The "trade secrets" of Christianity are not secrets rather they need to be shared!

Differences Make Us Whole Luke 9:49-50 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 9:49 John answered and said, “Master, we saw someone casting out demons in Your name; and we tried to prevent him, because he does not follow along with us.” 50 But Jesus said to him, “Do not hinder him; for the one who is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:49-50

Denomination: United Methodist