Sermons on 1 John 4:16-21:

Discerning The Source Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Dec 17, 2023

John is saying there are and will be a lot of deep fakes in the world. Not everything that claims to be spiritual is genuinely spiritual. The big question is how will we be able to distinguish between what’s real and what’s fake? How do we know if something is from God or not?

Today, we come to the 4th sermon in our Walking with Jesus series. As we read through the book of 1 John, we see that God is not only preparing us for what we need for the present but also for the future. 1 John 4:1-21 1 Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

4) God Is Lord, Light And Love! Series

Contributed by Brandon Max on Dec 14, 2021

We believe specific things about God, and about His very Nature and Character as revealed to us through the Scriptures. This Includes the fact that: 1) God is Lord; 2) God is Light; and 3) God is Love.

THINGS MOST SURELY BELIEVED AMONG US Text: Luke 1:1 Introduction Read with me once again Luke 1:1 "Forasmuch as many have taken in hand - to set forth in order a declaration… of those things which are most surely believed among us." Brethren, we have a firm declaration right here [The ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:14-15, 1 John 1:5, 1 John 4:16

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas And Love - The Connection

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 16, 2021

For many, Christmas is a secular holiday where people feel "the Christmas spirit" and thus are a little more caring of others. It's a time for giving gifts and having large family gatherings for a holiday meal. But for a Christian, it anything but. For a Christian it is about Love.

Christmas and Love – The Connection Scripture: John 3:16; Mark 12:30-31; First Peter 4:8; First John 4:16-19 This morning I want to talk to you about the connection between Christmas and love. This Saturday we will celebrate Christmas. This is the time of year when people tend to be more ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Mark 12:30-31, 1 Peter 4:8, 1 John 4:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love For Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 17, 2022

John 14:23: Jesus answered him, “If anyone loves me, he will keep my word, and my Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him.

Love for Christ will lead to Obedience to Christ Love for Christ will lead you to purity and sanctification in Christ Love for Christ will lead to likeness to Christ, Love for Christ will lead to Communion with Christ and in communion with those we love Love for Christ will lead us to work for ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:19, John 14:15

Where Does Love Come From?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 21, 2023

If we center ourselves on God, abiding in His giving love, there could be no avenue for the works of the flesh to enter into our lives.

For this passage of Scripture, we need to understand the four types of love. There is the Agape – unconditional love (Godly), the Philia – beneficial love (brotherly), the Storge – family love, and the Eros – romantic love. In verses 7-8: Everybody accepts that love is significant, yet we ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Understanding God's Love: Overcoming Fear SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

A deeper look into 1 John 4:17-18, exploring the concept of God's love and how it helps us overcome fear.

According to popular search engines, people are most afraid of flying, public speaking, heights, the dark, intimacy, death, failure, rejection, spiders, and commitment. The Bible has a lot to say about fear. We are told to fear the Lord, but not to fear anything else. In 1 John 4:18, John tells us ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:17-18

Topics: God's Love, Overcoming Fear

The Transformative Power Of Divine Love SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Love inspires us. Inspiration is simply being touched by the Spirit. And God has touched us by His Spirit because of love.

Love is a powerful force that can inspire and transform us. It has the ability to touch our hearts and change our lives. In this sermon, we will explore how love inspires, transforms, and empowers us to live a life that reflects God's love. Love has the ability to inspire us and ignite a passion ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:13-21

Topics: Jesus Teachings, Divine Love

Overcoming Fear With Faith SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Fear can paralyze us, both as individuals and as a church. God, however, calls us to transition from fear to faith.

Fear can have a paralyzing effect on churches and individual Christians, hindering their growth and effectiveness. However, God desires for us to transition from fear to faith. In this sermon, we will explore the effects of fear, how it hinders our love for God, creates a spirit of slavery, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-19

Topics: Fear, Faith

Thunder And Love Part 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 22, 2025

Today we are going to focus – maybe refocus on Love – John was called the apostle of Love and He knew love and truth had to be linked together to be able to live in a world which distorted both love and truth!

Thunder and Love part 2 – John the Apostle of love! Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21: 7 Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. Love – biblical love comes from God Those who love are born of God and they personally know God. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21, John 13:34, Ephesians 3:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remembering Our First Love

Contributed by Duane Wente on May 26, 2025

On Memorial Day, we remember those who gave their lives for our freedom—and we remember Jesus, who laid down His life for our salvation. Let us not forget our first love.

## **Introduction – A Moment to Remember** Video Ill.: We Will Remember (Memorial Day) — Hyper Pixels Media *“Today, we remember those who gave all for our freedom. We thank God for their sacrifice, and mourn with those left behind. 'Greater love has no one than this to lay down one's ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7, John 15:13, 1 John 4:9-19, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

2 Final Tests

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Aug 1, 2024

A series on I John.

Title: “Two More Tests” Script: I John 4:13-21 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 8-4-24 Intro: After John Wesley had been preaching for some time, some one said to him, “Are you sure, Mr. Wesley, of your salvation?” “Well,” he answered, “Jesus Christ died for the whole world.” “Yes, we ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:13-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love No Matter What Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Apr 25, 2024

Main Idea: We can love others no matter what because we have an endless source of love within us, the Holy Spirit. God is love. Love is always the right response. And we will be a church who loves others no matter what.

John, one of Jesus' best buds, tells us that God is love. It's not just something He does, it's who He is. Everything God does is because He loves us. And guess what? He loves us no matter what, and He loves everyone else too. God is love. It's not just something He does, it's who He is. John wants ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Topics: Parental Love, Selfless Affection, Love Without Boundaries, Infinite Love

Overcoming Fear In Three Simple Steps PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 31, 2024

Encourages believers to overcome fear through faith in God, who is greater than any fear, and whose perfect love drives out fear.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It warms my heart to see each of you here today, gathered together in the spirit of unity and fellowship. We are here to seek wisdom from the Word of God, and to find strength and solace in His promises. Today, we are going to talk about a topic that is as old as ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10, 1 John 4:18

Topics: Fear

This Is Love PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 4, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of God's perfect love, encouraging believers to live within it, casting out fear and reshaping their lives.

Good morning, beloved friends. We gather here today, hearts brimming with anticipation, eager to receive the Word of God afresh. We find ourselves in the comforting embrace of community, united in faith, bound by the shared love of our Heavenly Father. And it is love, the divine love of God, we ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-18

Topics: Perfect Love, Frees, Soul

Fear Is A Magnet. Fear Activates Trouble.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 13, 2024

Seldom do believers recognize the role that fear, anxiety, doubt play in spiritual warfare.There are hidden issues between faith and fear. Do we really trust God and his word?

FEAR IS A MAGNET! FEAR ACTIVATES TROUBLE. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Have we lived in fear a big percentage of our time on earth? THE CHOICE BY FAITH TRUST GOD OR BY THE FLESH LIVE IN FEAR, DOUBT AND POUT? John 10:10 The thief cometh not, but ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, Philippians 4:6-7, 1 John 4:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God