Sermons on Loyalty Commitment:

Foolish Vows Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 26, 2014

Ruth proclaims her loyalty to her mother-in-law, Naomi. Her words at first appear foolish. She is not doing what is normal. Yet her loyalty honors God and God moves powerfully as a result of Ruth’s proclamation.

Ruth 1:1-22 “Foolish Vows” INTRODUCTION Coping is an everyday experience and we all have various means of coping. We might call a friend and vent, or go for a long walk. Chocolate is sometimes an effective coping mechanism, as is taking a short break to pursue our favorite hobby. ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

How Is Your Loyalty To God?

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Apr 10, 2020

Have we been faithful to our Lord like men of old?

HOW IS YOUR LOYALTY TO GOD? Ephesians 5:1 Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; Let’s look at men of old to see how they were loyal. We need to know we are in God’s will doing what he wants us to do. Make our testimony count for him. (1) Look at ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph-Loyalty Above Lust

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Nov 14, 2017

We must maintain our loyalty to God and Him alone.

Title: Joseph-Loyalty Above Lust Date: 11/19/17 Place: BLCC Text: Genesis 39.1-19 CT: We must maintain our loyalty to God. [Screen 1] Sheila Walsh said our paradigm of what a Christian life is supposed to be hugely affects whether we become bitter or not. So many of the people I work with are ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-21

Denomination: Christian Church

Can I Exhibit Loyalty? Series

Contributed by Mel Shepherd on Jul 1, 2007

After David’s son Absalom was killed the people were in need of a king. Many people will cross David’s path as he returns to Jerusalem to be their king. Some of those people he will be able to trust as loyal friends from the past, but others he will not b

Title: Can I Exhibit Loyalty? Text: 2 Samuel 19 Introduction: Well, loyalty is the subject of this message this morning and I’m in 2 Samuel 19. David’s son Absalom is dead now and his army has been defeated. Absalom revolted against his father and sought to take over kingdom, where we left off ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 19:2-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Loyalty, Lovingkindness, Mercy, And Redemption” Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Nov 6, 2006

A sermon on levirate marriage, and the significance of the marriage of Ruth and Boaz in the saving history of our God.

Sermon for 23 Pentecost Yr B, 12/11/2006 Based on Ruth 3:1-5 & 4:13-17 By Rev. Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of The Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta “Loyalty, Lovingkindness, Mercy, and Redemption” Today’s first lesson from ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

What About Our Loyalty?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 15, 2018

There is one loyalty that should stand in a class by itself. It is a loyalty that can permeate & add even more meaning to all other loyalties. This is loyalty to Jesus Christ.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS OK TEXT: Matthew 26:31-35 Much of what we do in life is influenced by our loyalties. Often-times our loyalties shape our decisions, & guide our activities. Most people have what might be called "family loyalty" - loyalty to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Hebrews 7:25, Matthew 26:31-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choosing Sides

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 4, 2023

No matter who or what you are committed to, if Christ is not put first, all the other allegiances suffer as well.

A few years ago, my sister played the female lead in a community theater production of a play called “Pack of Lies.” It was about a couple whose neighbors across the street were suspected of espionage; the British Secret Service asked their permission to establish a surveillance on them from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 19:1-7, 1 Samuel 20:30-34, 1 Samuel 20:36-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Power Of Commitment

Contributed by Peter Toy on Apr 17, 2018

The introductory sermon on a series on the book of Ruth. The outline is: 1. Follow God, not food. 2. Don’t blame God for our bad choices. 3. Our life can change lives. 4. When we commit ourselves to God, He commits Himself to us.

The Beauty of Commitment - Ruth 1:1-22 BTBC - April 21, 2013 There is power in commitment. Let me show you a short video clip from the movie, “The Fellowship of the Rings” (show video). What did you think of Sam when you saw that video clip? Weren’t you impressed? Didn’t you wish you had a friend ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Fruit Of The Spirit - Faithfulness

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 21, 2018

A continued look at the Fruit of the Spirit and how we can grow in our relationships with God and one another

Fruit of the Spirit - Faithfulness Galatians 5:22-23 May 20, 2018 On December 5, 1914, Ernest Shackleton embarked on what he called “the last great polar expedition to Antarctica.” His crew of 27 men set out on the ship called Endurance. For 6 weeks they fought through frigid seas and ice floes ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, Ephesians 4:1-6, John 17:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Total Commitment

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 1, 2019

How committed are we to Jesus? Are we willing to carry our cross? Have we counted the cost of discipleship? Are we willing to make the sacrifice? Let’s examine our cross, our cost and our sacrifice as disciples in Luke 14:25-33.

Are we willing to carry our cross? Have we counted the cost of discipleship? Are we willing to make the sacrifice? Let’s examine our cross, our cost and our sacrifice as disciples in Luke 14:25-33. Our Cross Luke 14:25-27 A large crowd was following Jesus. He turned around and said to them, 26 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Baptist

It All Starts Here Series

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 2, 2009

A series designed to help Christians get back to what’s most important.

Title: Series – High Priority! A series on what is most important. Priority 1 – Living completely for God. Text: Mark 12.28-34 Task: To invite the congregation to make a renewed commitment to priority one – living for God. Time: 2/01/09 [Title Slide] Today we start a new series on priorities. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Methodist

Total Commitment Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 18, 2002

Ruth’s pledge to Naomi has such a powerful effect on us that many include her words in their weddings and on jewelry. God also regards her commitment as the basis of true love.

A college man walked into a photography studio with a framed picture of his girlfriend. He wanted the picture duplicated. This involved removing it from the frame. In doing this, the studio owner noticed the inscription on the back of the photograph: “My dearest Tom, I love you with all my heart. ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

True Commitment

Contributed by Michael Miles, Sr. on Nov 29, 2006

True commitment involves having an authentic relationship with the Lord through daily living and prayer.

True Commitment John 13:36-38 Peter was always at the forefront of the life of Jesus. He is often the most preached about maybe because of his failings. He’s easy for us to relate to. Peter is the one who said – Thou art the Christ. The literal interpretation is – You are the Messiah, the Son of ...read more

Scripture: John 13:36-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Cost Of Commitment

Contributed by Jeff Davenport on Mar 5, 2006

What is the true cost of commitment? Are you willing to pay it?

The Cost of Your Commitment Luke14:25-35 Commitment is not found in the location of your body, but instead the location of your heart. (ie. Athlete, student) Illus: In 1947, a professor at the University of Chicago was scheduled to teach an advanced seminar in astrophysics. At the time he was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

A Great Commitment

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 7, 2002

A Great Commitment to the Great Commission and the Great Commandment will build a great church

Sermon for 8/29/99 The Great Mount McKinely Introduction: A. Mount McKinley Recliner. Under the right armrest. Lift up the heavy pad and there it is, a sleek, black console equipped with telephone, answering maching, push-button controls for the recliner’s massaging vibrators and a place to plug ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ