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  • John McCormack avatar

    Truth And Love

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Feb 26, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,573 views

    TO IDENTIFY THREE DANGERS BELIEVERS ARE TO AVOID.

    TRUTH AND LOVE 2 JOHN FOCAL POINT: TO IDENTIFY THREE DANGERS BELIEVERS MUST AVOID. I. INTRODUCTION A. THIS LETTER WAS WRITTEN TO AN ANONYMOUS CHRISTIAN WOMAN WHO APPEARS TO OPEN HER HOME TO BELIEVERS FOR WORSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP. THIS PRACTICE WAS NOT UNCOMMON IN THE EARLY CHURCH. B. THERE WERE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Provoking Thoughts From 1 John (13 Of 16)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 10, 2022
     | 1,431 views

    We have all heard the proverbial expression The proof is in the pudding." For example, someone might say, "This is real good chocolate pudding."

    For example, someone might say, And so someone might say, "I really love God!" But, these are only words. They might be true or they might not be. Just saying something does not make it so! In fact anyone can say anything he wants to say, but that does not make it true. In this passage ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love God: The First Great Command

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021
     | 3,395 views

    The first great commandment is very simply a call to love God with a full heart. It seems fitting to start with the gospel of John, so often called the “love gospel.” Jesus was once asked what the greatest commandment is.

    In Light of the Gospels The first great commandment is very simply a call to love God with a full heart. It seems fitting to start with the gospel of John, so often called the “love gospel.” Jesus was once asked what the greatest commandment is. According to Mark 12:29 (ESV) “Jesus answered, “The ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Learning To Love Others Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 10, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,079 views

    When you love someone, you’ll lift them up in prayer. If you need help loving someone, pray until you love them.

    Learning to Love Others Philippians 1:7-11 Rev. Brian Bill January 11-12, 2025 As I’ve been reflecting on the 120 years of history and the heartbeat of Edgewood, I’ve been struck by the abundance of love for God and for others demonstrated by God’s people. This week, I recorded a 4G podcast ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Is Not Proud Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 18, 2020
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     | 5,187 views

    In this message we will talk about 'the hate God loves'... God loves when we hate pride and pursue humility, because love is not proud.

    Love Is Not Proud #LoveIs5 OKAY, so we are in this series called, ‘Love Is…’ AND – as I have repeatedly said since we kicked this puppy off on October 13th… THIS – is an absolutely critical and vital conversation for us to have, both as a church and as individual Jesus follower. BECAUSE… • Nothing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Loving Kindness

    Contributed by Andy Payne on Jan 18, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 16,567 views

    God had given his people explicit instructions as to how to conduct themselves. First God’s people were to love him and second they were to love others. The prophet Micah points out that sacrifice is pointless unless it is supported with obedience.

    “What God Desires” Part 2: Micah 6:8 “Loving-kindness” This week we continue our three week series on “What God Desires.” Last week we introduced ourselves to the prophet Micah and in particular the lawsuit God filed against his people for their breaking of their covenant agreement. Essentially ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is Love

    Contributed by William Lock on Mar 4, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,725 views

    Nothing is more challenging than imitating the love of God

    GOD IS LOVE JOHN 4:7-21 WHAT IS LOVE? LOVE IS NOT EASY THE MOUSE TRAP LIONS WHO ACT LIKE LIONS WHAT IS LOVE? LOVE IS IMPORTANT! James 2:8 "If you really keep the royal law found in Scripture, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself,’ you are doing right." 1 John 3:11 "This is the message you heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Will Be Loving Series

    Contributed by Alan Tison on Jan 12, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,877 views

    Today I want to challenge you to look at one of the most common commands of the Bible “Love one Another” Yes, it is common, but at times it seems to difficult to follow. While we are often nice to our guests and we enjoy being with those who are close to

    Chuck Colson in his book; THE BODY, tells of an interesting incident at the Emmanuel Baptist Church outside of Boston Ma. The headline read: It was the Right Hook that Got Him. In what could be called a power struggle between the minister and the deacon board turned out to be a disaster from which ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Love- The Secret To Your Success

    Contributed by Dr. Keion Parrish on Jun 9, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,424 views

    The Secret to your Success

    Sermon 2 John 6 “And what this love consists in is this, that we live and walk in accordance with and guided by His commandments- His orders, ordinances, precepts, teaching. This is the commandment, as you have heard from the beginning, that you continue to walk in love-guided by it and following ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love In Action

    Contributed by Scott Spencer on Oct 16, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,392 views

    How do we actually love each other? Scripture gives us a variety of guidelines and illustrations for doing so.

    Love in Action-Caring for each other 10-16-11 Romans 12:9-16 9 Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. 10 Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. 11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 12 Be joyful in ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Walk In Love Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 5, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 11,737 views

    The analysis of the concept of imitating God in Ephesians 5:1-7 teaches us to walk in love.

    Scripture Today I am beginning a new sermon series in Ephesians 5:1-21 that I am calling, “Be Imitators of God.” In his letter to the Ephesian Christians, the Apostle Paul wrote in Ephesians 5:1a, “Therefore be imitators of God.” Commentator James Montgomery Boice says that this is “one of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Called To Love

    Contributed by Michael Monica on May 17, 2020
     | 2,512 views

    Perspective on loving others.

    INTRODUCTION 1. In the minds of many, love is simply an emotion... a. A feeling that cannot be forced b. An emotion that can come and go (e.g., "I don't love you anymore...") 2. Yet we are commanded to love... a. And not just in the sense of active good will b. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Call To Love

    Contributed by Daniel Haas on Jun 4, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,540 views

    You may have heard folks saying the "the Bible" opposes anything but the "straight" narrow path.

    Thank you for having me on the program today. I am Daniel Haas with Provo Community United Church of Christ. When you ask a German Evangelical minister like me to speak at a Pride Festival you are gonna get a biblical lecture. So here it goes - the Greek New Testament knows two kinds of love: agape ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Love That Pursues Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 23, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 608 views

    This is the 52nd Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#52] LOVE THAT PURSUES Luke 13:31-35 Introduction: During this Advent season, we're reminded of God's incredible love- Love that actively seeks us out, even when we don’t deserve it. Advent is a time to get ready for Jesus’ coming, but it’s also a time to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kelly Benton avatar

    Living For Love

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on May 10, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,574 views

    It help the listener understand that loving Jesus results in living for Him.

    Living for Love Scripture: Ephesians 4: 17-32 Date: 14 February 2010 Purpose: It help the listener understand that loving Jesus results in living for Him. I will say his name is Jeff. He was a young married man with two small children. I first ...read more

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    Denomination: Other