Sermons on John 15:18-27:

Christian Haters

Contributed by Robert Cox on Sep 22, 2007

We must stand firm on the Truth!

John 15:18-15:25 JOHN 15:18"If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. 19If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you. 20Remember the words I spoke to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Kind Of A Disciple Are You?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 24, 2007

Communion Meditation for August 5, 2007

(Slide 1) In some of my reading this past week I have been reminded about the cost of following Jesus. Two of the stories were about two American pastors who believed in racial harmony enough to make a public stand for it in a time and a place that did not want it. Another was about a South ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-19

Denomination: Church Of God

The Holy Spirit Is Our Holy Helper

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 29, 2007

The Holy Spirit Is Our Holy Helper 1) Sent by the Father and the Son 2) Sent to help us see the truth

How many of you remember watching the TV show “The Lone Ranger”? The Lone Ranger and his trustee horse Silver were my favourite “superheroes” growing up. I thought the Lone Ranger cool, not only because he could ride a horse, but because he was somewhat mysterious. He would appear out of nowhere to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:26

Denomination: Lutheran

The Foolishness Of Hidden Sin

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Nov 9, 2007

Sin has a devastating effect on the conscience. No matter how carefully covered, it will ultimately be exposed.

The Foolishness of Hidden Sin John 15:22 John 15:22 -- “If I had not come and spoken unto them, they had not had sin: but now they have no cloke for their sin.” Ps 19:9-14 -- “The fear of the LORD is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the LORD are true and righteous altogether.” “More to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Loving The Bride - A Valentine's Day Sermon Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 12, 2007

When Jesus shared His innermost desire with Peter, His highest priority was to have him take care of His bride. How can we do that today?

OPEN: It had been a big wedding, and the reception was well attended. Then came the honeymoon, the couple went to their hotel room After they unpacked their bags the groom took his bride by the hand sat her on the bed and said, "Honey, I hope you won’t mind, but now that we’re married I tho’t I’d ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19, John 15:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christian's Three-Fold Relationship

Contributed by Alton Coleman on Feb 4, 2008

This chapter is filled with instructions for the believer, and can be divided into three parts. Each part shows a distinct relationship of the believer.

THE CHRISTIAN’S THREEFOLD RELATIONSHIP TEXT: St. John 15 Introduction: This chapter is filled with instructions for the believer, and can be divided into three parts. Each part shows a distinct relationship of the believer. I. OUR RELATIONSHIP TO CHRIST. Our relationship to Christ is one ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-27

Denomination: Church Of God

Living In The Perfect Storm

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 18, 2006

According to Dr. Leonard Sweet the Christian Church is facing our first "perfect storm". Three cultrual trends are converving and squeezing the Christian Faith. 1) Post- Modernism 2) Post Christian 3) Post scale Jesus said....go....into the storm. I h

In Jesus Holy Name May 21, 2006 Text: John 15:8, 18-21 Redeemer “Living in a Cultural ‘Perfect Storm’” In the fall of 1991, a six-man crew on the fishing vessel, The Andrea Gail, left Gloucester, Massachusetts. Two weeks later they encountered the perfect storm. Wolfgang ...read more

Scripture: John 15:8-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Are Christians Hated?

Contributed by Kenneth Wooley on Jun 12, 2006

With the greatest message in the world to give, why are Christians treated with hostility?

One of the things that confuses many Christians is the attitude of non-Christians toward them. Most of us think that since we go to the world with the greatest and most important message in all of history that the world would applaud and cheer. For the most part, people are not waiting for that ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit's Work In The Life Of A Christian

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Jun 20, 2006

To instruct Christians how the Holy Spirit works in each life.

PP0718 DATE THE HOLY SPIRIT’S WORK IN THE LIFE OF A CHRISTIAN! Joh 15:26 But when the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the Father, he shall testify of me: (KJV) INTRODUCTION: Some Baptists are afraid of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: John 15:26

Denomination: Baptist

A Eucatastrophe In Narnia Reveals The True Meaning Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Richard Woodcock on Dec 6, 2005

It is a sermon about Christmas and also include the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe theme.

Sermon at Indian Valley Mennonite Church November 27, 2005 Text: John 15:13 Title: A Eucatastrophe in Narnia Reveals the True Meaning of Christmas Introduction: A. Incarnation story from Philip Yancy, The Jesus I Never Knew (Zondervan, 1995) cited in Perfect Illustrations (Tyndale, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13-27

Denomination: Mennonite

The Christian And The Three Bears

Contributed by Mike Turner on Sep 27, 2005

This sermon deals with three things which the Christian should bear.

The Christian And The Three Bears John 15:27, Galatians 6:2, Romans 15:1 1. Bear The Witness Of Christ. John 15:27 Acts 9:15 "But the Lord said unto him, Go thy way: for he is a chosen vessel unto me, to bear my name before the Gentiles, and kings, and the children of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:27

Denomination: Baptist

Following In Jesus' Footsteps Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Apr 7, 2006

As Christ’s followers WE should expect persecution and many believers are being persecuted today.

“Following in Jesus’ Footsteps” John 15: 18 – 25; 16: 1 – 4a; Acts 5: 41, 42 Introduction Nov. 26, 2005: Canadians Jim Loney, 41, and Harmeet Sooden, 32, and Briton Norman Kember, 74, and American Tom Fox, 54, all Christian peacekeepers, are kidnapped in Baghdad by a group calling itself Swords ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

"Why The World Hates Christianity"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 25, 2003

"We face a secular culture that is becoming increasingly strident and militant in its anti-Christian, anti-truth, anti-God mentality and I fear the danger of facing this spirit with a lackadaisacal heart." Dr. James Merrit

"WHY THE WORLD HATES CHRISTIANITY" By. Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 15:18-27 Dayna Curry, 30, and Heather Mercer, 24, both graduates of Baylor University and members of the Antioch Community Church in Waco, Texas, were among eight westernerns arrested by the Taliban in ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-27

I Don't Belong Here

Contributed by Pat Cook on Sep 23, 2003

A social commentary of the Canadian political situation, we are reminded the world hates us, but that’s OK, because we are aliens, strangers and pilgrims. We really don’t belong here.

John 15:18-21 – I Don’t Belong Here Today I’m straying off a schedule a little. I meant to continue working through the book Experiencing God, but due to the political events of the past week, I felt I needed to address them. I have more to say than time to say it in, but I’ll do my best to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

How To Respond To Persecution

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 6, 2004

We live in a world that is loath to experience any persecution for the sake of righteousness, truth and enduring freedom. No wonder we see reports on TV that continually promotes victimology in their daily reports. However, Jesus reminds Christians that

How To Respond To Persecution (John 15:20) We live in a world that is loath to experience any persecution. Few seem willing to endure hardship for the sake of righteousness, truth and enduring freedom. No wonder CNN and the New York Times continually promotes victimology in their daily reports. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational