Sermons on Proverbs 27:2-21:

Becoming A True Friend Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 8, 2003

True friendship is based on love, because only love will endure the tests that friends experience as they go through life together. As we become friends with others, we recognize our need to develop our friendship with Christ because He’s the only one we

Becoming a True Friend As his UCLA football team suffered through a dismal season in the early 70s, head coach Pepper Rodgers came under intense criticism and pressure. Things got to be so bad that his friends even bailed on him. As he reflected on that tough year, Pepper said this, “My dog was ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:20, Proverbs 27:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

How To Cope With Peer Pressure Series

Contributed by Nche Takoh on Sep 22, 2006

Peer influence by itself is not bad Prov. 27:17. By Iron, iron itself is sharpened, so one man sharpens another. Fellowship with other youths can sharpen your personality and make you a better person, on condition that they have mature, healthy attitudes

HOW TO COPE WITH PEER PRESSURE Many youths I have talked to admit that they did not really like the life they were living nor the things they are doing? Peer pressure. Everyone I am with is into these things and that has a big influence on me – says some of them. I don’t want to lose my friends by ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Shepherd's Covenant

Contributed by Mark Price on Jun 29, 2007

Upon hearing H.B London speak at a leadership congference, and haveing read the book "The Speherd’s Covenant for Pastors," I utilized the principles in the covenant to share my heart with the church. You can go to http://www.parsonage.org/shepherds/index

Text: Pro 27:17 Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend. Introduction I have had the privilege of attending some great conferences since I have been in ministry. But of all those I have attended, one that places among the most beneficial to my personal ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: *other

Roommates, Bad Dates And Great Mates: Dating Series

Contributed by Nelson Searcy on Nov 2, 2006

Last week we talked about marriage. This week, we are going to talk about dating. And as we begin, I want to be honest with you. I am very glad that I am now married because I was so bad at dating.

ROOMMATES, BAD DATES & GREAT MATES Dating “. . .male and female He created them” I’m glad that you have chosen to be with us today as we continue our series Roommates, Bad Dates and Great Mates. Go ahead and pull out your message notes. Last week we talked about marriage. This week, we are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Amistades Transformadoras Series

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Nov 18, 2006

Cómo ser de influencia con los amigos

AMISTADES TRANSFORMADORAS Proverbios 27:17 “El hierro se afila con el hierro, y el hombre en el trato con el hombre” Intro: Todos queremos amistades verdaderas. Todos queremos amigos. Hemos ya visto que el modelo del amigo ideal es Jesucristo. Él nos enseñó a amarnos unos a otros. También ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Making A Fresh Start

Contributed by Shane Brooks on Jun 9, 2005

Uncovering the obtacles that lead to failures, and the weapons to prevent them in the future.

Making a fresh start Rebounding from a failure Job said, "My days have passed, my plans are shattered, so are the desires of my heart" Ever had a day like that- We all fail--- You’e not a failure till you give up Never give up- We keep going Causes of Failure 1. We don’t plan ahead- if your ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fostering Meaningful Friendships

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Sep 4, 2005

How can we be sure that our lives are filled with deep and meaningful relationships that grow over a lifetime?

24 July, 2005 Dakota Community Church Fostering Meaningful Friendships Introduction: Proverbs 27: 9 Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart and the pleasantness of one’s friend springs from his earnest counsel. In one of the Barna Reports by Christian pollster George Barna I read that one ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:9

Denomination: Mennonite

Sharpen One Another

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Feb 22, 2006

Purpose: Have the listener realize we all need a friend to help us stay sharp in Jesus.

"Sharpen One Another" Scripture: (Proverbs 27:17) Purpose: Have the listener realize we all need a friend to help us stay sharp in Jesus. Introduction: The mayor of Philadelphia and his wife were sitting at a McDonald’s restaurant one day when the mayor noticed his wife in deep conversation ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Other

As Iron Sharpens Iron

Contributed by Larry Lynn on Mar 13, 2006

Do you hear that sound? That is the sound of...

Opening: (Keys Analogy) Would everyone in here that have keys, please take them from your pockets for a moment. Now, jingle them real loud. Do you hear that sound? That is the sound of freedom! As long as you have access to keys, you are free. Proverbs 27:17 says that as iron sharpens iron, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wounds From A Friend

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 27, 2006

Are you a trusted friend?

Friends and enemies. Are you a friend or enemy? How can we tell which from which? Some things are rather obvious. Some are not so obvious. ILL.- Pepper Rogers, coach of UCLA’s football team suffered through a poor season back in the 1970’s. He came under intense criticism and pressure from ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:6, Zechariah 13:5, Zechariah 13:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

As Iron Sharpens Iron

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Feb 3, 2006

This sermon takes the wise principle of being sharpened by one another and develops what it means to be sharpened? What it takes to be Sharpened? and what are some different models to be Sharpened?

As Iron Sharpens Iron Proverbs 27:17-19 Intro.: A. Have you ever tried to use a knife or pair of scissors only to find that they wouldn’t cut? It was probably frustrating – the problem: They needed to be Sharpened! B. Our passage today has a Biblical principle that teaches us how to be ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17, 2 Corinthians 10:5

Denomination: Adventist

What Are Some Of The Ways I Can Avoid Acting, Speaking, Or Reacting Impulsively?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Ask the Lord to help you to hold your tongue and consider carefully how your speech will effect others.

1. Ask the Lord to help you to hold your tongue and consider carefully how your speech will effect others. James wrote, "Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry."(James 1:19) 2. Carefully consider the long-term effects of any impulsive behavior. Solomon wrote, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wise Up About Conflict Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jun 4, 2002

Six steps to applying God’s wisdom to relationship conflicts.

When the first Lord of the Rings movie came out--The Fellowship of the Ring--my 12 year old son begged me to take him to see it. So we went; not just once, but twice. Since I’d never read the J. R. Tolkien books, my son had to explain parts of the movie to me as the story unfolded. As I watched, I ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:17, Proverbs 27:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Growing Smaller Series

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Jan 26, 2008

Sermon 3 in 5 part series for start of 2008. A topical sermon on the importance of small group Bible studies.

Intro: Anyone know what this is? Show body ball. Explain use of it, full body workout with attention on core. Why is core so important? • Strengthens your back • Balance • Posture Basically, when your core grows smaller…you can grow stronger. As a local church, a body of born again believers…if ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Baptist

Handling The Truth

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Jun 12, 2008

Truth is a key to every health relationship, although it is sometimes hard to handle. This message is about how to receive and give truth in a healthy way.

Handling the Truth Proverbs 27:6 “Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses.” One of the most famous lines from the movie ‘A Few Good Men’ is, “I want the truth! You can’t handle the truth.” Whether you want to hear this or not, truth has to be a part of every healthy ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:6