Sermons on Nature Of Love:

He Loved Us First Series

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Oct 1, 2008

This message coincides with FIREPROOF the movie - the second in the series of sermons. Theme is that we can’t give real love until we first experience God’s real love.

He First Loved Us Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21 Today we look at the second in our series of fireproofing, not only our marriages, but our relationships in general. The message last week centered around some of the differences between men and women and how those differences can actually be used to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

Ephesus: Loss Of First Love Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 15, 2008

Jesus first of seven letters to the churches of John’s time.

Ephesus: Loss of First Love Revelation 2:1-17 Intro Tonight we are beginning a new sermon series entitled: “Seven Letters to Seven Churches.” The churches that John writes about in this section of Revelation were actual churches that existed during his time. Now these churches have not been ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Reformation: Understanding God's Love

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 23, 2008

I begin with an illustration of Dr. Rev. Newton in discussion with a Jewish man who challenged the conlusion to a prayer.... "in the name of jesus Christ..." It’s a great ending. This is an example of the culture we live in and the challenge to the "tru

In Jesus Holy Name October 26, 2008 Text: John 3:7 & Titus 3:7 (GN) Redeemer “Reformation: Understanding God’s Love” Earlier this fall our District President was attending the Oakland A’s Baseball game. Before the game Thrivent sponsored their pre game BBQ in the parking lot. All ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:7

Denomination: Lutheran

Surviving The Death Of A Loved One Series

Contributed by Max High on Feb 23, 2008

Everyone will one day face grief because of the loss of a loved one or some other tragedy of life. Jesus holds the answer to our survival in these times.

Jesus meets our deepest needs John 11:1-44 Introduction Everyone will one day face grief because of the loss of a loved one or some other tragedy of life. This knowledge in Itself does not offer us condolences or comfort. However, there are many comforts we can receive from scripture and the life ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walk In Holiness, Love And Diligence

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

This involves pleasing God, specifically with our sexuality, giving and attitude towards work.

A. Intro & Conclusion First spoke on 16 Oct 1997 @ B’gate! George Harrison- ‘My sweet Lord…’ going to see him now? • What is the point of your life? Jesus- to bring glory to His Father and save sinners • Are you running slower, as fast or faster than when you began? Jesus -learned obedience, even ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Limitless Love Lasts Longest Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Oct 9, 2007

From the restricted worship of the Old Covenant to the all encompassing love and universal saving grace of Jesus, the writer to the Hebrews shows why Jesus is able to offer Limitless Love to a lost and dying world.

HEBREWS 9:18-28 LIMITLESS LOVE LASTS LONGEST I. LIMITED ATONEMENT: Hebrews 9:18-23 A. Legalistic. B. Laborious. C. Labyrinthine. II. LATTER ATONEMENT: Hebrews 9:23-27 A. Luminary. B. Last. C. Locales. III. LIMITLESS ATONEMENT: Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:18-28

Denomination: Methodist

Agape Is The Love That Sustains Marriage

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Oct 15, 2007

A Wedding Sermon

Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, you sent your Son among us to reveal your grace and truth for our lives, and to give his life for our redemption. Through the power of your Holy Spirit, open our hearts and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Love Knows No Borders

Contributed by Chris Surber on Oct 31, 2007

A stranger may be an unlikely friend waiting to be made or they may be an opportunity to worship God as you show hospitality to them. Christ has loved us and in response we are to love others. God’s love knows no borders. We are to love others the way t

God’s Love Knows No Borders, Leviticus 19:33-34 Introduction In a large stone cathedral in Europe there was a large, magnificent pipe organ. It was a Saturday afternoon, and the sexton was making one final check of the choir and organ loft high in the balcony at the back of the church. He was ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:33-34

Denomination: Christian Church

Yes, Jesus Loves Me!

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Nov 1, 2007

I wrote this funeral message for a mentally handicapped adult who was very child-like. It is based on some of the more obscure verses of "Jesus Loves Me."

INTRODUCTION: One of the most familiar Christian songs in the world is “Jesus Loves Me.” Most of us can recall one or two verses, but did you know that the author of the song, Anna Bartlett Warner, originally wrote seven? BODY: As I looked at some of the more obscure verses, I quickly realized ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons In Love Pt. 2

Contributed by Andy Flowers on Nov 5, 2007

More lessons from Song of Solomon

Text- Song of Solomon Title- Lessons in Love- Part 2 Lesson #4- Love Requires Maintenance- 5:9-6:9 - Communication 1. Genuine love 2. Learn to listen 3. Know your mate 4. Speak the right language The 5 Love Languages - Service ? How can I serve you better? - Sacrifice ? What am I willing to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How We Know Love Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 3, 2010

How we know what true love is: 1- By understanding Jesus’ death 2- By sharing material possessions 3- By resting in God’s presence

INTRO.- The movie, Love Story, came out in 1970 and starred Ryan O’Neal and Ali MacGraw. This was when MacGraw was 32 years old and O’Neal was only 29. The film is considered one of the most romantic movies of all time by the American Film Institute. Harvard Law student Oliver ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love Overflowing: Rally Sunday

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Sep 14, 2010

With the arrival of fall and the change in seasons are you where you want to be in your relationship with God?

Love Overflowing: Rally Sunday Sept 12, 2010 Phil 1:3-11 Intro: I really don’t know how many pastors in the world today really, honestly, genuinely tell their congregations how they feel about them. Today I’m going to do that. I really do know that most pastors in the world today ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Loving People You Are Stuck With Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 19, 2010

How do we love the unlovable? We can flee them, fight them or forgive them. Jesus shows us the forgiving heart. We want to (1) release them through forgiveness, and (2) change them through love.

One of the greatest attributes of Jesus is His forgiving heart. • Jesus said at the outset that He has not come to condemn, but to redeem. • This is remarkable because Jesus, being just and holy, has all the right to condemn. • We have failed in many ways; we have done wrong countless times. Yet ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Smile Jesus Loves You

Contributed by Pastor Glen Key on Mar 9, 2011

Happiness includes a feeling of peace within your heart. Happiness includes a feeling of calmness when all around you is disturbed. And, in my opinion, Happiness should also include joy. You should feel an almost overwhelming joy that you are doing, thi

Smile Jesus Loves You 1 Thessalonians 5:16-5:18 Intro: All of us want to be happy in our lives, don’t we? That might be one reason a person would go to church; to find happiness. But have you ever really thought what happiness includes? Happiness includes a feeling of peace within your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Church Of God

"The Snake And The Love Of God"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 17, 2011

A sermon where I try and tackle the question: "Does God really love me or has God forgotten about me?"

John 3:1-17 “The Snake and Love of God” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN www.eastridgeumc.org My heart nearly broke this past week as I was helping a mother and her son, who was probably 50-something and suffers from some serious mental ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: United Methodist