Sermons on True Lovers:

Sermon # 2 - The Family Of God Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 21, 2024

Every one belongs to an earthly family, but Jesus helps us understand that every child of God belongs to the family of God. What are the criteria to belong to God’s family? The answers to this question will be explained in this message.

Jesus’ reply as recorded in Matthew 12:48, But he replied to the man who told him, "Who is my mother, and who are my brothers?" (ESV) We are meditating this year on some of the important questions that Jesus asked. If you are wondering as to why Jesus asked so many questions, they were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:47-48, Matthew 12:42, Matthew 12:49, Acts 1:14, Luke 11:27-28, Matthew 12:50, Luke 1:41-42, Luke 1:46-47, John 9:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Letting Go Of Those Who Don’t Love You Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 20, 2024

In this sermon , we’ll explore biblical guidance on releasing those who don’t reciprocate our love.

Holding on to someone who doesn't love you can be a painful and draining experience. It's essential to recognize when it's time to let go and move forward. In this sermon , we'll explore biblical guidance on releasing those who don't reciprocate our love. "The Lord is near ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14

The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 2) Defying Expectations Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2024

Throughout His earthly ministry, Jesus consistently defied expectations. Whether it was the religious leaders of the day, the multitudes, or even His own disciples, Jesus was always more than people anticipated.

The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 2) Defying Expectations Introduction Today, I want to take you on a journey to explore a profound and often surprising aspect of our Saviour—what I like to call "The Unexpected Jesus." Throughout His earthly ministry, Jesus consistently defied expectations. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-22, Matthew 28:18, Mark 1:40-42, Luke 7:13, Isaiah 53:3-5, Philippians 2:6-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

For Example

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Mar 27, 2018

The progress of the gospel is more important than my rights.

Nantucket, Massachusetts is located next to important shipping lanes running along the East Coast. Toward the end of the 1800s, sailing ships were in their heyday. Nantucket Island saw hundreds of vessels passing by each day—all navigating without the advantages of modern technology. Treacherous ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

In What Manner Can I Love Jesus? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 16, 2011

If we say we love Jesus, then in what manner can we show it? Jesus revealed His love for the Father in several ways, but in our story this morning we can see 3 specific ways in which Jesus reveals His love... 3 specific actions on His part that prove His

Sermon Brief Date Written: January 14, 2011 Date Preached: January 16, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Falling in Love With Jesus Sermon Title: In What Manner Can I Love Jesus? Sermon Text: John 2:1-11 [ESV] Introduction: If anyone ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Which Gate Should I Enter

Contributed by Tommy Ellis on May 10, 2002

What is the true way to God? Sermon describes the plan of salvation through Jesus Christ. But . . . which is the true church? Both spiritual laziness and legalism are denounced, in favor of a sincere service of God, through humbling faith in Jesus.

WHICH GATE SHOULD I ENTER? Often people ask me which church they should join. I am always tempted to tell them to join an Assemblies of God church, since I belong to that fellowship. However, I believe God needs to direct them specifically. So, I simply encourage people to join one that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14, John 3:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Handiwork Of God Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 15, 2007

As we look at our unsearchable universe and our brievity of life in it, people can feel their true insignificance. When we connect ourself to the love of its Creator we can find our true significance.

ISAIAH 40:21-26 THE HANDIWORK OF GOD (Hebrews 1:10-11) God’s majestic work as Creator is now emphasized. Isaiah describes God’s power to create, His provision to sustain and His presence to help. From His sovereign position in heaven God watches over His ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:21-26, Isaiah 40:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

Rev.# 26~7:11-17 Tribulation Saints #2 Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Oct 7, 2009

All these that are saved in the Tribulation period will be people that never heard the truth to do with Christ and their need of salvation before the rapture, it’s true that all these were left behind and remained on the earth when the True Church was rap

Rev.# 26~7:11-17 TRIBULATION SAINTS #2 10-10-09 Today we’ll continue to talk about the people that are saved in the Tribulation, Let me remind us that all these that are saved in the Tribulation period will be people that never heard the truth to do with Christ and their need of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

Gps

Contributed by Richard Stevens on Jun 19, 2015

An update of JOY (Jesus first; Others second; Yourself last). This is a true GPS (God first; People second and Self last). Can be used as a true GPS to see where we are on our path to Heaven as Christians.

Read Romans 12:1-3 (Prayer) “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.” “And be not conformed to this world; but be ye transformed by the renewing of your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Why We Exist (The Church)

Contributed by Darin Gary on Jun 25, 2016

In spite of the sinful deeds and intentions of a few who claim a 'relationship' with God, and who 'work' within the auspices of some Christian denominations, the Lord Jesus has NOT abandoned the true ethos of the Church, nor the TRUE CHURCH itself.

WHY WE EXIST (The Church’s Mission Statement) (Matt. 16:17-18; NKJV) – “…Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah, for flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but My Father who is in heaven. [18] And, I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:17-18

Denomination: Other

Amazing Love Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 3, 2013

Easter describes for us the power of love and that love is an “Amazing love” that astounds all who become recipients of it!

Series: Amazed? Sermon 1: Amazing Savior! - Palm Sunday Sermon 2: Amazing Grace! – Good Friday Sermon 3: Amazing Love! – Easter Sunday Video Clip: From Amazing Love --- http://www.godtube.com/watch/?v=WDZLD7NX Main Scripture Texts: Hosea 1:2-3; 3:1-3; 9:1; 14: 1-2:9 John ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Freely Given Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 21, 2014

In discussing True Wisdom, Paul presents the case in: 1 Corinthians 2:6–16 that we can understand the things freely given by God from the Spirit of God. Therefore: (1) True Wisdom is not Humanly Discovered (1 Corinthians 2:6-9)and (2) True Wisdom is Divinely Revealed(1 Corinthians 2:10-16).

It is impossible for a lesser creature to understand a more advanced one. How can anything understand something more complex and advanced than itself? For a flea to understand a dog it would have to be at least as advanced as a dog. For a dog to understand a man it would have to be at least as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-16

Denomination: Other

"hallowed Be Thy Name" Series

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Jun 9, 2002

In this sermon, we examine in depth the true significance of the first petition of The Lord’s Prayer.

“Hallowed be Thy Name” A couple of weeks ago, as I was praying about what my next sermon was going to be pertaining to, I felt as if the Holy Spirit was compelling me to focus my studies on the Lord’s Prayer. So, I continued to pray about it for a while, thinking about how to format it, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-9, Psalm 31:1-5

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Vine And The Branches Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 7, 2002

When we’re connected to Christ, the True Vine, our lives bear fruit.

The Vine and the Branches Introduction: When I lived in the Bavarian city of Wurzburg I admired the vast hillsides of grapevines. Grapes are the most widely grown fruit in the world. Grapes have been cultivated as far back as ancient Egypt, 2,500 years before the birth of Christ. The grapevine ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11, Isaiah 5:1-7

Denomination: Congregational

The Key To The Kingdom

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Apr 8, 2002

Pointing out the true significance of the kingdom of God and how it relates to our everyday life.

Title: “The Key To The Kingdom” Subject: “Faith” Introduction: Jesus and His disciples had just returned from the top of the mountain where He had become transfigured (Transformed: a restoration of the glory which He had with the Father before the world was). During this marvelous happening ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal