Sermons on Meaningful Relationships:

God's Foolish Plan Of Salvation

Contributed by John Beehler on Jan 30, 2002

God’s foolishness is still wiser than our wisest wisdom.

God’s Foolish Plan of Salvation Andy Griffith - cow thief episode Have you ever met people who were geniuses? They are members of Mensa. They seem to know everything. If they were on Jeopardy or Who Wants to Be A Millionaire, they’d walk away winners. They’re the ones who, after you’ve ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wage A Winning War For Life

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Sep 15, 2006

We overcome life’s battles by relying on God not on ourselves

Thomas Constable wrote, “If we want to obey God... we are in for a struggle. It is not easy to become a mature Christian nor is it automatic. It takes diligent, sustained effort.” That’s why we need to know how to wage a winning war for life. Let us read Ephesians 6:10-13 together: Finally, be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

"The Fruit Everyone Needs – But No One Wants”

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Apr 30, 2017

From the most mature saint to the newest convert - we all need to grow in this fruit.

“The Fruit Everyone Needs – but No one Wants” April 8, 2017 Galatians 5:22-23 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” 2 Peter 1: 3-9 “His divine power has given us ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, 2 Peter 2:3-9

Denomination: Holiness

A Passion For The Lost

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Feb 8, 2021

Jesus welcomed those who others rejected. The Pharisees and scribes pushed them away. The crowd just watched. Who will we be like?

We’re continuing our journey with Jesus and his disciples from Galilee to Jerusalem. This week we’re taking a big hop from Luke 12 to Luke 15. As Jesus and his disciples travelled, Jesus has been teaching [picture on slide]. He and his disciples have been healing and casting out demons. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7, John 10:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The War Between Light And Darkness.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 24, 2020

Let us consider God's first four recorded words: LET THERE BE LIGHT. From that day until the final day before eternity there has been a dualism battle between LIGHT and darkness. Good needs candles that will give themselves for the LIGHT. Be a lamp to the feet of others.

THE WAR BETWEEN LIGHT AND DARKNESS! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Matthew 5:14 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. On my first missions trip to Haiti the church there had what they called The Great Convention where Preachers and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105, Luke 15:8, Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Charity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 9, 2024

Explores the transformative power of God's love as the essence of Christian faith, urging believers to live lives marked by authentic, selfless love.

Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters, and welcome to this blessed gathering. We are here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here because our Heavenly Father has something beautiful to share with us, something that will touch our hearts, transform our minds, and transcend ...read more

Topics: Love

How To Double Your Income

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Mar 7, 2002

The beginning point in all stewardship campaigns is relationship, i.e., person’s relationship to God.

HOW TO DOUBLE YOUR INCOME By Dr. Jerry Falwell I. FOUNDATION: THINGS ON WHICH TO BUILD A. Relationship To God. The beginning point in all stewardship campaigns is relationship, i.e., person’s relationship to God. "Ye must be born again" (Jn. 3:3). 1. We cannot buy a good relationship to God. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:22

Denomination: Baptist

The Day God Ran

Contributed by Deborah Prihoda on Oct 7, 2002

Our lives are based upon relationships and our relationship to God is affected by the way we live.

“The Day God Ran” Luke 22:31-32; 2 Corinthians 5:18-20 Luke 22:31-32 "Simon, Simon, behold, Satan has demanded permission to sift you like wheat; but I have prayed for you, that your faith may not fail; and you, when once you have turned again, strengthen your brothers." 2 Corinthians 5:18-20 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-32, 2 Corinthians 5:18-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We Will Inherit Glory

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 30, 2015

To show the end result of someone with relationship with JESUS and someone who does not have a relationship with JESUS.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you wise? Yes. Because I have reverential fear of the LORD. Proverbs 1:7 Proverbs 1:7 (Amplified Bible) The reverent and worshipful fear of the Lord is the beginning and the principal and choice part of knowledge [its starting point and its essence]; but fools despise skillful ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Life Of Moms / Honoring Moms Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 15, 2012

If we do not have a right relationship with God, we will not have the right relationships with other people!

For this special day, I have decided to take a break from our study of the Gospel of Luke to honor and encourage moms. We will do something similar on Father’s Day, June 17th. Please open your Bibles to the Book of Exodus in the Old Testament, Chapter 20…. Before reading our passage for today, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christ’s Principle Of Love Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 27, 2016

No subject is more important than the subject of human relationships except perhaps that of our relationship to God.

I. Introduction A. The newly-married husband came home from the office to find his young wife in floods of tears. "Darling, whatever is the matter?" he asked. "Sweetheart," she sobbed, "the most terrible thing has happened! I cooked my very first Beef Bourguignon for you, and I got it out of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Baptist

The Urgency Of The Harvest SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 25, 2023

Increase your witness for Jesus, enhance your relationship with Jesus, solidify your relationship with God.

Good morning, family of God. As we gather here today, we find ourselves in the presence of the Almighty, our hearts beating in rhythm with His divine purpose, our spirits yearning for His divine wisdom. We are here to immerse ourselves in His Word, to drink from the fountain of His truth, and to be ...read more

Scripture: John 4:35

Topics: Taking Advantage Of Every Opportunity, Develop A Habit Of Daily Harvesting

God's Plan For Intimacy

Contributed by Jerry Fenter on May 23, 2002

The need for intimacy is fulfilled in marriage, family, and the church.

God’s Plan For Intimacy Genesis 2:18-25 A small child came home from Sunday School and told his mother: "The teacher told us how God made the first man and the first woman. He made man first, but the man was very lonely with no one to talk to, so God put the man to sleep, and while he was asleep, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Have You Experienced The Resurrection?

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Apr 16, 2011

Jesus is so much more than a friend, a miracle worker.....He is the resurrection and the Life...

Text: John 11:1-45 v. 5 “Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus.” I’m thinking that Jesus had a lot of friends back in his day, I mean he had healed lots of people, complete strangers all over Judea and the surrounding area. Jesus, in just a couple of years time had ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Nazarene

This Group Must Somehow Form A Family

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Apr 2, 2002

This sermon explores ’family’ relationships through the Joseph’s reconciliation with his brothers. Because of his relationship with God, Joseph has decided to engage in his relationships differently.

Bibliography: Culture Shifts, Lesson 6 What we have before us is a very touching scene. This family has hurt one another incredibly. Joseph’s story is one of the rich time honored stories that has been retold many times in life of the church. In recent years, an animated film about Joseph’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15

Denomination: Methodist