Sermons on 1 John 19:38-38:38:

The Inner Circle: Andrew, James And John (Matthew 10: 1-4)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Feb 20, 2025

Our look at the twelve apostles continues with the “ inner circle”, or most notable in the Scriptures due to their words and work.

The list of the twelve ordinary men commissioned by the Lord Jesus Christ to preach the Gospel always lists Simon Peter as the first due to his character, his devotion to Jesus, and was given the task of being the leader of the twelve and be both the pastor and teacher to the “ sheep” and “lambs” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-4, John 1:35, John 12:21-22, Mark 10:35, Acts 12:2, Luke 9:49, Acts 3:1, 1 John 2:9-10, Revelation 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Why Did God Create Us? 1 John 4:16

Contributed by David Cramer on Mar 15, 2025

A message about why God created you and I. Looking at the call on our lives.

Good Morning. Stand with me and hold your Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, living word ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power Evangelism Explained (John 11:1-54, Part 2) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 21, 2022

How did Jesus do his signs, and how were the disciples able to do the signs? And what can we learn from this?

The last few weeks, I've been pushing the idea that God will still do signs, and wonders, and healings through us, as Jesus works in us, through the power of the Holy Spirit. I think God is far more willing to do great things in the world through us than we realize. I think the weakness, and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12, Philippians 2:1-7, John 11:1-54, Acts 3:1-16

Who Do You Want To Be? (John 20:1-18) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Apr 14, 2022

We see three different responses to Jesus' resurrection. And those three force us think about how we should respond to the reality that Jesus has risen, and ascended.

Let's start today by reading from 1 Corinthians 15 (NRSV): 15 Now I would remind you, brothers and sisters,[a] of the good news[b] that I proclaimed to you, which you in turn received, in which also you stand, 2 through which also you are being saved, if you hold firmly to the message that I ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18, 1 Corinthians 15:1-14

The Radiance Of Love: Transformed By Truth 1 John 4:7-8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 29, 2024

Today's journey into the Scriptures is guided by the theme, "The Radiance of Love: Transformed by Truth."

The Radiance of Love: Transformed by Truth Introduction: As we gather on this Sunday, let's explore the profound transformation that occurs when we embrace the truth of God's Word. Today's journey into the Scriptures is guided by the theme, "The Radiance of Love: Transformed by ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-8, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Pour Out Your Worship - John 12:1-11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 1, 2025

John 12:1-11 teaches us what it means to truly worship Jesus—not just with our words but with our whole lives.

Go! And Pour Out Your Worship - John 12:1-11 Introduction: A Moment of Extravagant Worship Picture the scene: Jesus is reclining at a dinner table in Bethany. The fragrance of a costly perfume fills the air. Mary, the sister of Lazarus, has just broken open a jar of expensive oil and poured it ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11, Luke 9:23, 2 Corinthians 2:15, Matthew 10:28, Romans 10:9, 1 Corinthians 15:17, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 12:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Love As God Commands - 1 John 4:20-21 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 14, 2025

1 John 4:20-21, explore one of the most challenging and transformative commands in Scripture: to love one another as an expression of our love for God.

Go! And Love as God Commands - 1 John 4:20-21 Introduction Today, as part of our "Go! And..." series, we explore one of the most challenging and transformative commands in Scripture: to love one another as an expression of our love for God. Our focus is on 1 John 4:20-21: 1 John ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:20-21, James 2:15-16, 1 John 4:7-8, John 13:34-35, Matthew 5:14-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Three Hundred Word Sermon Starter From Mark 1:1-13 Series

Contributed by Sean Lester on Dec 3, 2020

John the Baptist possessed the quality of character that sets apart preachers approved by God.

A Three Hundred Word Sermon Starter from Mark 1:1-13 John the Baptist possessed the quality of character that sets apart preachers approved by God. So much so, that multitudes of people came to him convinced of their need to change their ways in preparation for the coming Messiah. In our time, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Encountering Jesus (1) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 11, 2019

Everywhere Jesus went, he left changed lives in his wake. In John 3, Nicodemus encountered Jesus and experienced a compelling curiosity, a confusion conversation, and a courageous conversion.

Encountering Jesus (1) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 1/4/2014 As another year begins, we’re reminded once again that Jesus is the world’s preeminent person. He looms so large over human history that we actually measure time by him; we date our letters, our birth ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16, John 19:38-42

Denomination: Christian Church

Profile Of A Strange Evangelist. Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 8, 2018

Profile of a Strange Evangelist - Luke chapter 3 verses 1-20 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). When He Came (vs 1-2). (2). How He Came (vs 3). (3). Why He Came (vs 4-20). (4). What He Said (vs 10-14). SERMON BODY illl: Hope yopu have been enjoying the snow! We don't often get it in this part of the UK, so remember to heed the warnings! The AA (Automobile Association) ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20

Denomination: Brethren

Transition And Testimony (Matthew 11:1-30)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 14, 2025

Our commentary on Matthew continues with Jesus' testimony about the ministry of John the Baptist and the promise of judgment upon the unbelieving cities who witnessed HIs work yet did not repent.

Matthew 11 begins with what is referred to as a "transitional" passage (v.1). While the disciples were going around the countryside doing the work that Jesus had commissioned, He continued to preach in the cities in Galilee. Verses 2-3 describe how John the Baptist had been thrown into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-30, Luke 10:13-22, Genesis 19:12-14, Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Baptist

Nicodemus 1

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 17, 2002

Reflections at Theological College. Jesus and his encounter with Nicodemus and what we can learn about sharing our faith with others.

Wycliffe Hall, Oxford November 1999 My text this morning is taken from John 3:1-12 A. John 3:1-2 It is the well known story of Nicodemus coming to Jesus. He comes secretly by night to have a chat with Jesus. Why? i) Was it because he wanted to speak to Jesus in quiet? ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-12, John 20:1

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus, John & Us Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jun 25, 2021

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching.

“Jesus, John & Us” Luke 7:18-35 A sermon for 6/27/21 Pastor John Bright Luke 7 “24 When the messengers of John had departed, He began to speak to the multitudes concerning John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken by the wind? 25 But what did you go out to see? A man ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-35, John 1:35-40, Luke 4:16-19, Genesis 50:20, Romans 6:23, Acts 5:27-29, John 14:15, 1 Thessalonians 4:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Path Of Pain Part 1 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 14, 2018

Message 45 in our journey through John's gospel. This is the first of two messages exploring the passion of Jesus.

Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Path of Pain” John 18 Review Therefore many other signs Jesus also performed in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these have been written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Would You Hire This Man? Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 10, 2015

What kind of man was John the Baptist? Rough and tough in dress and speech.

Introduction The outline for this message came from "The Preacher's Outline and Sermon Bible", from Leadership Ministries Worldwide. John, a neighbor of mine, was annoyed because he had to search for his newspaper each morning after the paperboy tossed it. Often he would find it, covered with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist