Sermons on True Love:

Becoming A More Loving Person Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on May 26, 2016

This is the first sermon in a series on The Fruit of the Spirit. It looks at five ways to become more loving. 1. EXPERIENCE God’s Love 2. FORGIVE Your Enemies 3. THINK Loving Thoughts 4. BEHAVE In Loving Way 5. EXPECT The Best

Fruit of The Spirit – Love Becoming a More Loving Person Today we begin a new series called: Becoming a Fruitful Christian. It is based on the passage of scripture which says: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Are Characteristics Of True Spirituality Versus Law Oriented Religion?

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. How can we learn to develop more characteristics of true spirituality and less law directed religiosity? In a world where many people see religion as a set of rules, regulations and restrictions, Paul teaches us the meaning of true spirituality.

1. How can we learn to develop more characteristics of true spirituality and less law directed religiosity? In a world where many people see religion as a set of rules, regulations and restrictions, Paul teaches us the meaning of true spirituality. The great apostle wanted the Roman church to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Was Dead And Now He Lives Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 27, 2016

Sunday Morning and the women approach the tomb where Jesus was. They encounter the angel, they encounter Jesus. The women - the last to leave the place where Jesus lay and the first to return. The conspiracy of the Roman guard and the Jewish leadership.

I. Introduction A. One man commented, I was a little taken aback when I got my receipt from the funeral parlor for my father’s funeral, on the bottom of the receipt, after the bill, it read, “Thank you. Please come again.” B. Andrew was watching his father, a Vicar, write a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Guard The True Gospel - Galatians 1:6–9 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 17, 2025

The more we handle the true Gospel of Jesus Christ, the more quickly we will recognise a counterfeit gospel when we hear it.

Go! And Guard the True Gospel - Galatians 1:6–9 Galatians 1:6–9 (NLT): “I am shocked that you are turning away so soon from God, who called you to himself through the loving mercy of Christ. You are following a different way that pretends to be the Good News but is not the Good News at all. You ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9, John 14:6, Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Corinthians 11:3-4, Romans 1:16, 1 Timothy 1:15, Isaiah 53:5, Romans 10:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Night Comes To Israel"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 27, 2010

The Jews had their final confrontation with Jesus, and their final chance.

"At that time the Feast of the Dedication took place at Jerusalem; 23 it was winter, and Jesus was walking in the temple in the portico of Solomon. 24 The Jews then gathered around Him, and were saying to Him, "How long will You keep us in suspense? If You are the Christ, tell us plainly." 25 ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-39

Denomination: Orthodox

Love From Ground Zero Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Nov 14, 2002

This is the second in a series I did on the Great Commandment from Mark 12.

Priority 1 Mark 12:28-34 September 8, 2002 “Love From ‘Ground Zero’” 12 months ago, it wasn’t a place; rather, it was a concept, a term we used to describe the center of things. Now, everyone in America knows of it as a place, a geographic location on a map. It’s called "Ground Zero". Never ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:29-30

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Hosea's Love - Betrayal And Judgement Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 2, 2005

Hosea gives a picture not only of the way God hurts when his people are unfaithful, but about the real power of his love. Here is a love that expects a response of single-minded faithfulness, and that won’t rest until it gets it.

If you’re familiar with the story of Les Miserables, then you’ll know that the story begins with Jean Valjean, a convict on parole, coming to a town where the only person who’ll give him a room and a meal is the local bishop, Bp Myriel. The bishop welcomes him into his house, feeds him and gives ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

How To Show Love And Acceptance

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 28, 2003

How do you respond to those who alsely accuse? How do you love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you..." This sermon addresses those questions.

Lay Down Your Stones -Show Love and Acceptance- John 8:1-11 The saying goes that confession is good for the soul. I regret to tell that in my younger years I got very mad at my sister who is 4 years older than I. I got so mad at her that I picked up a rock and threw it at her from across the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

Tapped In To The Powerful Love Of Christ Series

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Nov 15, 2006

As Ephesians transitions from the "theological" to the practical, it hinges on a crucial prayer of Paul for them to be filled with power to know God’s love. It is this indwelling of the HS/Christ that enables us to walk in love and all that we are admoni

Tapped In to the Powerful Love of Christ Love is All you Need—the Beatles Love can be a powerful force Hug Video (other examples in my life? getting a note from my 6th grade girlfriend. Or patience from my wife of 15 years though I don’t deserve it) Human Love only goes so far • I love those ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Speaking And Receiving The Truth In Love.

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on May 14, 2006

Paul appeals to his dear children,in love. This sermon asks (amongst other things) about how we give and receive rebuke.

Thinking back about 20 years I had a friend who was a slave to alcohol. It controlled his life. After a heavy night of drinking he would wake up the next day and need a drink. However, after he made a profession of faith in Jesus his life began to change before my eyes. He never stopped alcohol ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-20

Denomination: Anglican

Be At Peace, Jesus Loves You

Contributed by Craige Lebreton on Dec 5, 2003

When you know Jesus Christ as your savior, there will be peace in your life.

Be at Peace, Jesus Loves you! Text: Mark 4:35-41 35 ¶ And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side. 36 And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Loving Your Neighbor As Yourself

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 3, 2008

Discussion of the second greatest commandment.

Loving Your Neighbor as Yourself Matthew 22:34-40 October 5, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: I recently discovered the website, “Classmates.com.” It’s actually been around a while, and most of you have maybe seen their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Wesleyan

Flesh And Spirit: Love And Gentleness Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 21, 2009

Treating others with gentleness begins with understanding that God uses gentleness with us, and then moves to our being gentle with ourselves. Gentleness does shape the behavior of others.

Why is it that some situations cause us to lose our tempers? Why do we sometimes lose all sense of reason and just get angry all over? Why is it that when we are trying to get someone else to do what we want them to do, we can barely control our rage? A few weeks ago I introduced you to our new ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Those Who Love The Lord Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 28, 2013

If we love the Lord as we should what will happen to us? 1- God will guard our lives 2- God will shed light on us 3- God will bring joy to our hearts

INTRO.- ILL.- Knock, knock. Who’s there? Olive. Olive who? Olive love you too! Are you quick to say, “I love you” to anyone? It seems so natural to do this and especially, you’ve been raised in that realm of love. Is your love real? Is it genuine? Is it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 97:10-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Loving One Another With Modesty

Contributed by Jason Smith on Dec 23, 2013

This lesson challenges you to ask yourself the hard questions about why you wear what you wear

This morning I will be speaking on the subject of modesty. This is an important topic that affects EVERY person here in some way, but it is unfortunately at times a divisive topic, especially when considering specific applications. My prayer for the lesson this morning is that we understand what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ