Sermons on Meaningful Relationships:

Step One - Our Relationship With God Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jun 18, 2001

Our relationship with God is the foundation everything else is built upon. Many people try to live out Christianity and never understand the relationship we can have with God.

First Step - Relationship with God The first step in living a lifestyle that overcomes temptation is a relationship with God. You were created by God to have a loving, intimate relationship with God. Out of that relationship we find our purpose in life and the power to live a fulfilled life. Many ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 36:7-10, Psalm 103:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Rules: God-Tested Secrets For Relationships

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 6, 2001

Three secrets to apply to your relationships, from Ephesians 5 and 6

The Rules: God-tested Secrets for Relationships Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-6:1-9 Intro: I hold in my hands a book that has been much talked about since it first appeared in 1995. Its critics call it hopelessly old-fashioned and unrealistic; its fans say that it is a refreshing return to ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do You Have Works Or Relationships.

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 6, 2001

This is an expository sermon on Philippians 3:1-11 and deals with the need for a relationship to Christ, rather than trusting our good works.

"Do You Have Works Or Relationship" 11:00 3/14/93 Text Philip3:1-11 OT Prov. 2:1-8 Luke 12:13-21 .ls2 In our New Testament reading, we met a man who was greatly blessed in terms of the material things. His work produced so much wealth, he did not know ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11, Luke 12:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Investment Tips For Growing Family Relationships

Contributed by Merle Mees on Dec 21, 2000

The Bible provides practical and effective help increase the value of our family relationships.

INVESTMENT TIPS FOR GROWING YOUR FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS Selected Bible Texts 5/14/00 AM - Mother’s Day Warren Buffet is one of the richest men in America. In 1997, among the 70 or so people in this country who were worth 1 billion dollars or more, Buffet was the only one of only a few who acquired ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7, Colossians 3:13

Denomination: Baptist

How To Experience Joy In Your Relationships

Contributed by Dana Chau on Oct 1, 2001

Four simple applications that will help you enjoy the people God brings into your life.

Introduction: This morning, we will continue with Paul’s letter to the Philippians, the Christians in Philippi. If you were here last week, you would know that we discussed the author and the setting in which the author wrote the letter. As you remember, Paul was writing from prison, and he was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-8

Denomination: *other

The Christian Relationship - Part 1 Of 6 Series

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 22, 2003

David speaks marvelously of the nature of the Christian Life in this Shepherd Psalm. This is part 1 of 6 sermon series.

“The Model for the Christian Life” 1 of 6 Psalm 23:1-6 1. The CHRISTIAN Relationship (v.1) Exodus 3:14; Deuteronomy 6:4; Ezekiel 34:11-12, 23-24; John 10:11, 14, 27-30; Hebrews 13:20; 1 Peter 2:25; 5:4; Psalm 80:1; Isaiah 40:11; Psalm 95:7; 100:3; Matthew 7:22-23; Psalm 34:9-10; 84:11; Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Baptist

He Came To Replace Rules With Relationship Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 14, 2005

In this message we will see that Jesus came to reveal to us the relationship-driven God. (I Am Jesus - 8)

He Came To Replace Rules With Relationship I Am Jesus – part 8 It was the final week of Jesus’ earthly life; • He had entered the city of Jerusalem to the shouts of thousands • He had cleared out of the temple (the house of God) those who were there for selfish and self-serving reasons • He had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:36-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Servant Attitude: Key To Success In Relationships

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Mar 8, 2005

The key to success in most jobs and ministries is "Knowing how to get alone with people." 3rd John is a study in contrasts between Gaius and Diotrephes.

“A Servant Attitude: Key to Success in Relationships” Matthew 20:25-28 3 John 1-12 The Carnegie Foundation discovered that to be successful on the job, relational skills are far more important than knowledge. It’s research found that only 15 percent of a person’s success is determined by job ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-12

Denomination: Free Methodist

Making Every Relationship A Team Effort Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Nov 9, 2006

Series based on The DNA of Relationships by Dr. Gary Smalley. Every relationship should be a team effort. Every person’s opinion needs to be valued.

MAKING EVERY RELATIONSHIP A TEAM EFFORT A. Today is the conclusion of our series of lessons on The DNA of Relationships based on the book by Dr. Gary Smalley. Today’s lesson is on Making Every Relationship a Team Effort. ILLUSTRATION: A man had been feeling SLUGGISH and rather SICKLY. After ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Having A New Relationship In Christ Jesus

Contributed by W. Alderman on Mar 14, 2006

This message shows the great relationship that we have in Christ as described by the Apostle Paul.

HAVING A NEW RELATIONSHIP IN CHRIST JESUS! Ephesians 2:11-22 INTRODUCTION: How thrilling to be placed into the family of God through the new birth. May we examine our wonderful relationship in Christ as we study this brief exposition of Truth. I. Remember Your Past Relationship. (vs. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Baptist

: Three Important Factors Of A Healthy Relationship Series

Contributed by Mark Perryman on Jun 22, 2006

Looking thru the song of songs and what it teaches us about relationships and sex.

INTRO: This morning we are continuing our look through the Song of Songs. Just in way of review for those who were not here the last couple of weeks: Solomon lives in the 10th century. He’s the richest king in Israel’s history. He’s out looking over his vineyards when he meets a country girl, ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:8-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Endless Peace Of The Gospels: Relationship With God Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jun 24, 2006

The centerpiece of the gospels is the cross. The masterpiece of the gopsels is the resurection. The centerpiece and the masterpiece when accepted lead to the Endless peace of the Gospels: A reltionship with God

Intro: Peace, it seems like a fairy tale. Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran, tsunamis, hurricanes, tornados. How can there be peace? It seems the longer our lives last the more chaotic our lives become. Have you ever thought that the rise in conflict both at home and abroad is due to the absence of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Relationships With Leaders, One Another And God.

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jul 24, 2006

Paul instructs the Church concerning their relationships with their leaders, with one another (calling them to be very patient) and with God.

So we come this week to the end of St. Paul’s first letter to the church in Thessalonica; and I’m sure it’s worth reminding ourselves that Paul wrote this letter to the people of the church. He did not write his letter to the leaders of the church. He wrote it to the Church. The letter began like ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Denomination: Anglican

Restoring Relationships - Breaking Down Barriers Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 17, 2005

Broken relationships are among the Christians thorniest problems - yet relationships are so vital to our life as a believer. Paul gives us some good ways to help break down barriers we put up between ourselves and restore broken relationships through the

Relationships - they are among the most important things we have as humans. Studies have shown that if newborn babies are not touched - if they don’t have some sort of a relationship with another human - they will literally die. Our need for relationships never stops. A recent study among ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What It Takes To Fix A Broken Relationship Series

Contributed by Eric Lones on Feb 15, 2007

A sermon on being wholeheartedly honest and sincere when we come to God for forgiveness.

What it Takes to Fix a Broken Relationship 1 Samuel 7:2-13 2 It was a long time, twenty years in all, that the ark remained at Kiriath Jearim, and all the people of Israel mourned and sought after the LORD. 3 And Samuel said to the whole house of Israel, "If you are returning to the LORD with all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:2-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational