Sermons on Relationship Issues:

Wearing Your Faith

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Feb 12, 2025

James 2:17 says, "Even so, faith if it hath not works is dead, being alone." This message is about how a Christian can know that he or she is living by faith.

Turn to Habakkuk 2:4. We will get there in a moment. Over the years I have heard countless sermons and teachings on faith – and that is a good thing. A person cannot be a Christian and not live by faith. The truth that a Christian must live by faith is found in both the Old and New ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:4, Galatians 3:11, Hebrews 10:38, Romans 1:17, Romans 10:13-17, Mark 2:1-5, Mark 5:25-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Well, The Women, And The Wait Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Feb 18, 2025

We all have unsettled issues in our hearts. Some want to put a lot of time and distance between these unresolved issues, even a change of scenery, which may be necessary to get some clarity. I believe God wants us to identify these issues and work through them.

The Well, the Women, and the Wait Genesis 29:1-30 16 Feb 2025 Last week, Scott spoke from Genesis 28 where Jacob was running from his brother Esau who was planning to kill him because he took the family blessing and inheritance that he was expecting to get. Jacob was on the run as a fugitive, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living And Loving Like Jesus Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 17, 2011

God wants his children to love each other and get along. Nothing is more true, yet nothing more challenging. Philippians helps us here.

Philippians 2:1-11 What difference has Jesus made in your life? In the first four verses Paul gives us if/then instructions. IF you have these - Spiritual Supplies: Encouragement Comfort Fellowship Tenderness Compassion THEN practice these with one another - Relational ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Marriage And Conflict

Contributed by Stephen A Olatunde on Feb 22, 2024

Conflict in marriage is an inevitable situation that could have positive and negative effects on a relationship.

Conflict in marriage is an inevitable situation that could have positive and negative effects on a relationship. The understanding of marriage in the Bible: "Genesis 2:18 And the Lord God said, it is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a help meet for him. Genesis 2: 21-22: ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Overcoming Toxic Behavior Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 26, 2024

we gather to address a critical issue that affects us all is toxic behavior.

we gather to address a critical issue that affects us all is toxic behavior. It's a poison that seeps into our relationships, our communities, and even our own hearts. But we have hope in Christ, who came to set us free from the shackles of toxicity and empower us to live a life of love, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20, John 8:32

The Jew, The Law, And Then Gospel Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 29, 2023

You cannot do a fully study of Romans without digging deep into the issue of the relationship between the Law of Moses, Israel, the Church, and Salvation.

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org It is undoubtedly true that you cannot do a full study of Romans without digging deep into the issue of the relationship between the Law of Moses, Israel, the Church, and Salvation. This is a deep and complex issue ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29

Denomination: Brethren

Sermon # 24 - God Helps Strengthen Our Relationships Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jun 4, 2025

Life is all about relationships, and if relationships are strained they cause rifts and hurts that linger on for years. With the help of the Lord Jesus all of our relationships can be set in order so we can live in peace and harmony all around.

We read in Hebrews 13:6, Let us be bold, then, and say, "The Lord is my helper, I will not be afraid. What can anyone do to me?" (GNB) The above mentioned verse can be divided into three parts: • Firstly, the Lord is our helper • Secondly, we need not be afraid • Thirdly, man can do ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:6, Matthew 26:31, Matthew 26:33, Matthew 26:40, Luke 22:55-57, Mark 16:6-7, Luke 22:62  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

"What To Do When You Cant' Shake It Off" Series

Contributed by Myron Leach on Sep 4, 2018

Love, Hip-Hop and Relationships

“What to Do When You Can’t Shake It Off” Judges 16:20 (NIV) 20 Then she called, “Samson, the Philistines are upon you!” He awoke from his sleep and thought, “I’ll go out as before and shake myself free.” But he did not know that the LORD had left him. Sampson was dedicated to God, He was special, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Homosexuality And The Church

Contributed by Ray Scott on Aug 13, 2003

The homosexual issue has become an issue in the church. This message deals with this issue from a Biblical perspective.

“Homosexuality And The Church” INTRODUCTION: The issue of “Homosexuality And The Church” has been on the front page of newspapers this past week … and on every newscast. Rev. Gene Robinson has just been elected as the first openly gay Episcopalian Bishop of New Hampshire. This has brought the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:20, Leviticus 18:22

Denomination: Baptist

Third Rail: Sex Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 7, 2024

We don’t talk about sex because it is only a symbol, a surrogate for what we really long for - a deep and unwavering connection of our soul to God’s heart.

There are several iconic contemporary proverbs that swirl around us. One of the most familiar may be, “don't talk about religion, politics or sex in polite company” or slightly modified for pastors, “don't talk about religion, politics or sex on Sunday morning if you want to keep your job.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:19-20, Matthew 5:27-32, John 8:1-11, Matthew 19:12, 1 John 4:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Crazy Mixed Up Family #3 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 1, 2019

Forgiveness creates the door for redemption

We’re probably a lot like you in that we have struggled in coming to understand why God created us and then placed us in such crazy mixed up families. Can I get a witness? The good news this morning is that we are not alone. Throughout the ages, people have struggled with question, where is God in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:20, Colossians 3:13, Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Recovery After The Wreck Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 15, 2011

The issue is not the issue when dealing with conflicts at church.

A House United Series Recovery After the Wreck May 22, 2011 Introduction A The issue is not the issue in conflict at a church. 1 The issue isn’t carpet color, worship styles, how long the preacher’s sermons are, who does (or does not) take communion, etc. a The issue is really if ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Relationship Between God’s Kingdom And Our Nation Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 29, 2022

The Relationship Between God’s Kingdom and Our Nation Series: Cracks – Navigating Our Divided Times
 Brad Bailey – February 27, 2022

The Relationship Between God’s Kingdom and Our Nation Series: Cracks – Navigating Our Divided Times? Brad Bailey – February 27, 2022 Intro We’re continuing in our series focusing on navigating through our divided times. It’s about recognizing that when you see cracks emerge ... we should assess ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Salvation By Grace Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 7, 2021

The first church proclaimed that salvation is by grace.

Salvation by Grace Jeffery Anselmi / General Proclaim-The Gospel Has Come / Grace / Acts 15:1–21 The first church proclaimed that salvation is by grace. INTRODUCTION • When the Reformer Martin Luther nailed the Ninety-Five Theses to the church door in Wittenberg and set the world on fire, he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Be Content Series

Contributed by Landon Winstead on Dec 31, 2013

Contentment is not in the accumulation of things but relationship with Jesus

You’re blessed when you’re content with just who you are – no more, no less. That’s the moment you find yourselves proud owners of everything that can’t be bought. Matthew 5:5 (The Message, Eugene Peterson) It appears to me that the most content person to ever live ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ