Sermons on Tough Love:

Brotherly Love Ii

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Aug 28, 2002

TITUS 1:4 / 1 JOHN 3:16-24

BROTHERLY LOVE II TITUS 1:4 / 1 JOHN 3:16-24 I want to begin this morning’s message by telling you about some of my relatives. There was my uncle Charlie, my mom’s brother. Uncle Charlie passed away quite a few years ago, but as a kid we saw my uncle Charley just about every Sunday. He ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:4, John 3:16-24

Denomination: Bible Church

Loving Our Enemies

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

This means the Christian must love the non-Christian, and even the anti-Christian. He does not need to like them, but he does need to love them.

Andrew Jackson was the 7th president of the United States and one of the most popular presidents ever. After two terms he left office with greater popularity than when he entered. He is one of the most interesting presidents to study, for the record would indicate that he had no business being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-43

God Loves Justice

Contributed by Mary Lewis on Jun 8, 2020

God's word compels Christians to work for justice in society, especially for those who are most vulnerable.

God Loves Justice I would like to talk to you a bit about the Bible. Not about a specific passage right this minute, but about the Bible in general. The Bible is broken into several sections or categories. Probably most of you know the biggest of the divisions, the OT and the NT. The OT concerns ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 7:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Just Say No Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 24, 2003

Like Job’s friend Zophar, we eagerly find faults with others, thinking that pointing out their mistakes is all that is needed, and failing to build a relationship first. Contrast with Christ, who "became sin" for us.

We are studying the very human issue of faultfinding during this Lenten season. We are using the story of Job and his friends, if you call them that, as they tried to console him, no, really, instruct him in his misery. Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, three miserable comforters, Job said, because ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Life Without Compromise

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 6, 2002

You can life a live without compromise by making several commitments.

Living A Life Without Compromise Daniel 1:1-20 The life of Daniel is the story of a young man that “Lived a Life Without Compromise.” The setting for the book of Daniel is during the third year reign of Jehoidakim king of Judah. Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon occupied the territory of Judah. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-20

Denomination: Free Methodist

I Love The Lord Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 17, 2024

Psalm 116:1-19 is an intensely personal thanksgiving to God for deliverance from death.

Introduction Bethany Hamilton was born in 1990 and grew up in Hawaii. She had a passion for surfing. In 2003, at just 13 years old, she was a rising star in the surfing world, known for her talent and dedication. One day, Bethany prayed with her mom for her life to have a purpose. She wanted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living A Life Of Love

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 5, 2021

Do you ever feel like life is a vicious merry-go-round? Why? Paul begins his last portion of Romans by giving application. We are called to live for God; and to show Christ to all that we meet.

Introduction - Paul begins his last portion of Romans by giving application - We are called to live for God; and to show Christ to all that we meet - Caution: Must understand difference in living with God versus living for God: -- Living with … a casual acquaintance, treating God like a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Wonderful Model Of Love

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Dec 7, 2006

After the Jerusalem Council decided to include the Gentiles without their having to become Jews, they needed to communicate that truth to them. The steps they took are a wonderful model of love in the church.

Passage: Acts 15:22-35 Intro: There he stood, leaning against the lockers. 1. it was “Shorts day” at Wheaton North H.S., and this young man, part of a group we called “greasers” or “hoods” must not have gotten the memo to ignore it. 2. black shoes and socks, white boxers, white t-shirt, but from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:22-35

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Gift Of Love At Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 9, 2023

Explores the profound love, hope, peace, and joy brought into our lives through the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Good morning, family! It's a joy to be here with you today, sharing in the love and fellowship that is so unique to our community. We're gathered here today to talk about something truly special, something that has the power to touch all of our lives in a deeply personal way. Before we get started, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-21

Topics: Love, Bethlehem

Loving And Accepting What God Loves And Accepts

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

Sermon explores our attitudes toward sinners. Clip from movie "Simon Birch" used as illustration.

Loving & Accepting What God Loves & Accepts Matthew 9:9-13 1-18-04 Intro Our text this morning is Matt 9:9-13 “As Jesus went on from there, he saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax collector’s booth. "Follow me," he told him, and Matthew got up and followed him. 10While Jesus was having ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Charismatic

The 5 W's Of Love…a Return To Love

Contributed by David Richardson on Oct 7, 2005

Everything hinges on love.

Title: The 5 W’s of Love…a return to love Scripture: Romans 13:10 Love does no harm to its neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law. In the New International Version, various forms of the word love (love, loved, loves) can be found over 720 times! That’s a lot! Anytime we are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:10

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How God's Love Becomes Our Love

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 16, 2001

It is God’s powerful love, shown through our lives, that brings us to love one another as we should. How does this happen?

Morning Message Central Church of Christ February 18, 2000 John Dobbs HOW GOD’S LOVE BECOMES OUR LOVE Introduction: In this three part series of messages we have talked about: *God’s incredible agape love – and the way he loves us in spite of our weakness, mistakes, inadequacies, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Are Loved With An Everlasting Love, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 9, 2008

God’s love for us is so awesome, unending, unrelenting, so refreshing, how long has it been since you have seen him?

You are loved with an everlasting love… Part 1 Text: Jer. 31:1-3 Introduction: 1. Most of us have our love tanks running on empty. I do not mean the sensuous, giddy, boyfriend, girlfriend love stuff. 2. Too many Christians are dealing with fears. Why? Because our love for our ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:1-3

Denomination: Mennonite

You Are Loved With An Everlasting Love, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 9, 2008

God;s love for us is so endless, unrelenting, so refreshing, how long has it been since you have seen him?

You are loved with an everlasting love… Part 2 Text: Jer. 31:1-3 Introduction: 1. Most of us have our love tanks running on empty. I do not mean the sensuous, giddy, boyfriend, girlfriend love stuff. 2. Too many Christians are dealing with fears. Why? Because our love for our ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:1-3

Denomination: Mennonite

God And Google (Love God Or Love World?)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 7, 2007

This is a sermon that focuses on where our hearts really are... with God or with the World.

James 3:13-4:4, 7-8a Who is wise and understanding among you? By their good life let them show their works in the meekness of wisdom. But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth. This wisdom is not such as comes down from above, but ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed