Sermons on 1 John 3:1-5:16:

Do You Know That You Know?

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Jan 23, 2008

This sermon is an evangelistic message which came as a result of reading the book “Introducing The New You: The Ultimate Makeover” by Dr. Lewis Gregory wherein he included an evangelistic outline in Apendix A about knowing God.

I want to begin this New Year by laying a spiritual foundation for knowing God. God’s purpose is that you truly know Him and know that you have life – life eternal! One man’s testimony of how he truly came to know God goes like this. “The moment I got into my old truck, I knew something was ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Evangelism Is All About Love

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 28, 2008

Evangelism Is All About Love 1) A love which we have seen 2) A love to which we testify (Sermon adapted from WELS 2007 Evangelism Sunday Materials)

Today is “Evangelism Sunday.” We’ll consider the place evangelism should have in our personal lives and in the life of our congregation. “Here we go again. Time for Pastor to make us feel guilty for not having knocked on doors, or shared Jesus with that co-worker yet.” Did thoughts like that flash ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-16

Denomination: Lutheran

God Is Love

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Jan 31, 2008

Do we fully understand what the word "Love" really means?

God is Love – 27th May 2007 pm 1 John 4:7-21 Love is a very popular idea in today’s world, it’s on everyone’s lips. Songs are sung, books are written, and films are made all about love. But, we often forget that love is a truly Christian idea. It is seen in its fullness only in Christ. Love ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Baptist

Love In Focus (Love In Various Relationships) Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 11, 2008

Like my glasses, Love focuses in different ways, varying in both intensity and style.

Love In Focus (topical) NOTE: When preached, I only got through half of this in 30 minutes, so I am doing part two (with some expansions) this week. 1. Affectionate Writing Can Reduce Cholesterol According to new research, writing down affectionate thoughts about close friends and family can ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Power Of Deliverance

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Feb 20, 2008

Even though the church (Body of Christ) is in its finest hour, there is still deliverance needed for Believers.

The church is in its finest hour. We are in a period of recovery. I John 3:8 For this is the purpose of the Son of God was perfect, that he might destroy the works of the devil. Jesus said that he came to seek and save that which is lost. What is lost is the understanding of the power of who ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fear Of Failure

Contributed by Thomas Miller on Feb 21, 2008

Being negative is easy; it requires no work because it comes natural. All you have to do to fail is nothing. On the other hand being positive isn’t as easy; it requires work. Optimism in the face of adversity is difficult and is hard to find in this day a

The Fear of Failure Diamonds in the rough often go unrealized because they don’t think they are diamonds, they don’t have an advocate to encourage them, so the fear of failure ruins the confidence that leads to success. The greatest days and moods are quickly forgotten with one ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Where There Is Root There Will Be Fruit

Contributed by Rick Brown on Feb 23, 2008

Inspecting the fruit of others life. Looking for acceptance or denial of Christ by the fruits a person bears.

AWHERE THERE IS ROOT THERE WILL BE FRUIT@ 1 JOHN 3:4-10 INTRO: ILL: IF I WAS TO GO TO AN APPLE TREE AND SAY TO YOU THIS LOOKS LIKE AN ORANGE TREE TO ME AND I WANT AN ORANGE SO I AM GOING TO PLUCK AN ORANGE FROM THAT TREE, WHAT WOULD YOU SAY TO ME? YOU CAN’T GET AN ORANGE FROM AN APPLE TREE. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Of Eternal Love

Contributed by Carl Allen on Feb 28, 2008

If we would be true to our faith and to our God, we must accept his promises and believe that he is able to perform that which he has promised. Without such a faith, spiritual success is impossible.

The Promise of an Eternal Love 1 John 4:8 Intro Abraham became a spiritual giant because he claimed the precious promises of God and moved forward in faith believing that god was trustworthy and would keep his promise. Abraham staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief but was strong ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

He Gave (3:16, Part 3) Series

Contributed by Steve Miller on Mar 2, 2008

Gospel Message using John 3:16’s phrase, "He Gave." Using various scriptures (1 John 4:9-10, Genesis 22, and John 1, the sermon explains: God gave 1.)His only begotten son, and 2.)the world the offer of salvation.

Message developed as part of series inspired and adapted from Max Lucado’s book 3:16, Numbers of Hope, study guide materials, and his sermon series by the same title. Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10; Genesis 22; John 1 Title: He Gave Series: 3:16 (part 3) Introduction Thirteen-year-old Logan Henderson ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10

Denomination: *other

Victorious Faith

Contributed by John Butler on Mar 3, 2008

Learn how to be an overcomer by faith.

*****Sermon Outline***** Victorious Faith What is faith? Heb 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Substance SUB’STANCE, n. [L. substantia, substo; sub and sto, to stand.] The essential part; the main or material part. epitome Something real, not ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4-5

Faith That Overcomes The World

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Mar 13, 2008

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE FAITH THAT OVERCOMES THE WORLD AND HOW WE CAN BECOME STRONG IN FAITH AND ENJOY THE BLESSINGS OF GOD.

FAITH THAT OVERCOMES THE WORLD ****************************************** OUTLINE 1. WE CAN HAVE VICTORY IN OUR BATTLES AND DESTROY THE ARROWS OF THE ENEMY THROUGH OUR FAITH. 2. WE SHOULD NOT LOSE OUR FAITH OR PATIENCE TILL THE PROMISES OF GOD ARE FULFILLED. 3. THERE IS NO RELUCTANCE ON THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Deep Pools Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Mar 17, 2008

The fourth tradition of the church is the contemplative tradition or the prayer-filled life. Here we explore what this means and how we can integrate this tradition into our lives.

Streams of Living Water Deep Pools of Prayer Ecclesiastes 5:1-7; 1 John 4:16-21 October 31, 2004 Mark Eberly Our fourth stream or tradition in the flow of the Holy Spirit’s river is the prayer-filled life or the contemplative tradition. It is out of this tradition that all the other traditions have ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-21

Denomination: Church Of God

The Perks Of Being God's Children Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Mar 17, 2008

Three of the many incredible benefits of being God’s children.

We’re in the series, “Made to Count, Am I Living a Life that Matters?” and so far we’ve seen that FELLOWSHIP and LOVE are integral parts of making our lives matter. If we want to live in a way that brings both recognition to God and significance and meaning and joy to our lives we need ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Preach-Off

Contributed by Preston Brown on Mar 20, 2008

A story that telss the big story. A very unusual type sermon but one that my congregation responded to very well

Easter Preach-Off The message that I will preach today is likely one of the most unusual you will ever hear me preach. I generally am the kind of preacher that uses a title and an outline and I usually try to stay somewhere near a homiletical style of preaching. You know 3 or 4 points and poem, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:8-10

Denomination: Holiness

Are We Growing In Our Love For Others? Series

Contributed by Danny Nance on Mar 21, 2008

One of a series on Christian growth, this sermon focuses on our need to grow in love.

Are We Growing in Our Love for Others? — 1 John 4:7-12 I. Am I willing to enter into the lives of others? A. Without hesitation, the Son came into the world --- leaving heaven behind. 1. He came bringing the gift of life. 2. He came bringing hope. 3. He came because of love. B. People ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Baptist