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  • David Owens avatar

    We Are Loved Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 8, 2008
    based on 20 ratings
     | 12,224 views

    This first sermon in my transforming truth series addresses the most fundamental of truths - God loves us. If we get that one on straight, then we will be well on our way.

    A. Let me begin by sharing a few simple, practical truths: 1. “A balanced diet is a cookie in each hand.” – unknown 2. “A bulldog can whip a skunk, but sometimes it’s not worth it.” - J. Nowell 3. “A closed mouth gathers no feet.” - Sam Horn 4. “An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but an onion a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Perfect Love

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Sep 10, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,456 views

    We can only love perfectly when we have been changed by God’s perfect love. I. The Twisting of Perfect Love. II. The Example of Perfect Love. III. The Call to Perfect Love.

    Perfect Love Matthew 5:43-48 43 ”You have heard that it was said, ’Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Tim Smith avatar

    Love That Endures Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 16, 2008
     | 4,280 views

    Marriage is an invitation to move beyond yourself and focus on another. Marriage is a ministry. It’s not about getting your needs met but serving the need of your spouse. God called us to love one another not because of our feelings for them but in spite

    A Love That Endures Genesis 2:18-25 There’s the story of a husband who placed an ad in the Rocky Mountain News just prior to a Super Bowl a few years ago. Will trade my non-cooking and non-shopping wife with attitude problem
for one Super Bowl ticket. No Indian givers. Call so-and-so at ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Bill Butsko avatar

    Source Of Love

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Apr 30, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,584 views

    True love comes from Almighty God.

    Text: “Love has been perfected among us…” (v. 17) How long has love been around? How would you answer that question? We have all experienced love in some form. Our families love us. As babies, we had parents who loved us. As we grew older we “fell in love” with a particular person. Love has ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Known By Loving

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 1, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,085 views

    The love that brings glory to God is not one sided. It is the kind of love that is reciprocated and shared that brings glory to God.

    Known By Loving – John 13: 31 - 35 Intro: If you had to summarize the gospel of Jesus in just two words, which 2 would you choose? Most people would probably choose LOVE as one of the two; but, what about the other? I. John chose two verbs as he recounts Jesus’ final ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Daniel Austin avatar

    The Love Of Christ

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on May 10, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,888 views

    We are proven His followers when the love our Master taught, practiced, and proved for us is reflected in our lives and shines through us to this world.

    The Love of Christ 04/26/09 AM Text: Philippians 2:3-8 INTRODUCTION ILL: TV scene of spoiled rich kid (the one who has been given all the advantages but rebels against their parents.) We recognize this caricature of a person because we all feel that there should be reciprocity of goodness that a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living For Love

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on May 10, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,585 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

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    Love And Law Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 15, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,552 views

    If we want to make a real difference in people’s lives, then we must emphasize love, not law.

    This last week, I came across a website that cataloged what they called “The Best Church Bulletin Bloopers.” They are sentences that actually appeared in church bulletins or were announced in church services. Here are just a few of them: Bertha Belch, a missionary from Africa, will be speaking ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Love Matters Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 24, 2010
     | 7,013 views

    Jesus' message to the church at Ephesus reminds us of the need to love Jesus and each other.

    There were once two newlyweds on their honeymoon. They were taking a train ride cross country. The bride was becoming a little self conscious about all the fanfare of being a new married couple. She just wanted some quiet time alone with her new husband, so she came up with a plan. She said to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ahhh Love Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 13, 2010
     | 5,673 views

    A study of chapter 1 verses 1 through 17

    Song of Songs 1: 1 – 17 Ahhh… Love 1 The song of songs, which is Solomon’s. 2 Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth— For your love is better than wine. 3 Because of the fragrance of your good ointments, your name is ointment poured forth; therefore the virgins ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Elements Of Love Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 14, 2010
    based on 31 ratings
     | 59,990 views

    Love is not simply a component of life but love is an intent, a purpose, that causes thoughts, words & acts of everyday life. This intent to love was the need of the Corinthians, & this is still our need today.

    [LIVING IN LOVE SERIES] 1 CORINTHIANS 13:4-6a THE SPECTRUM OF THE ETERNAL GIFT OF LOVE [Galatians 5:22-23] Perhaps you’ve seen this Peanuts cartoon: Linus announces to his cranky sister, Lucy, that he’s going to be a doctor. “You, a doctor?” She asks. “How can you be a doctor? You don’t love ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Blessing Of Love Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 15, 2015
     | 6,917 views

    We bless because we love. True love isn't mere emotion or attraction; it is a fruit of the Spirit, produced by God, with tangible results.

    “Peace to you, brothers, and love with faith from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Grace to all who love our Lord Jesus Christ with an undying love.” When I was stationed in Korea, long before email and Skype, I used the MARS, or Military Amateur Radio System, to call home. ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Brad Beaman avatar

    The Gospel: Love Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 23, 2015
     | 5,812 views

    It is wrong when freedom is abused. Love is what balances grace. Spiritual liberty is not a license to indulge the sinful nature. Rather it is a call to serve one another in love. It was for freedom that Christ set you free. You were called to be free.

    There was a woman who was married to a domineering husband that demanded her to follow a list of duties. His demands were full of regulations and the marriage was drudgery for that woman. Her husband died and she later remarried. This time her marriage was based on love. It was not like the one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Roth avatar

    Love That Endures

    Contributed by David Roth on Nov 30, 2015
     | 5,596 views

    Wedding. A life centered in Christ's love is filled with a love that endures.

    J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Love that endures” Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. (Bride's Name) and (Groom's Name). Family and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dan Raymond avatar

    Extravagant Love Series

    Contributed by Dan Raymond on Dec 9, 2015
     | 11,917 views

    Sermon 4 on the astounding mathematics of grace. This is account of Mary anointing Jesus with the expensive perfume. I also have graphics available.

    What is Jesus worth to you? You could look in a Kelly Blue Book and find out real quick what your car is worth? You could talk to Jason and he could recommend a good appraiser who could tell you exactly what your house is worth? You could sit down with Amber and let her do her insurance thing, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church