Sermons on 1 John 5:16-21:

Can The Apostate Return?

Contributed by Steve Sheek on Aug 5, 2019

Sermon delivered at Tree Of Life Messianic Congregation 3Aug19. A well known Christian author and pastor recently renounced his faith and said he just doesn't think he is a Christian any longer. Is there hope for this man? Is he now lost?

20190803 Parsha Mattot-Massei – Can The Apostate Return? This week’s Parsha is Mattot/Massei. It is a double Parsha. Mattot means Tribes. It speaks of men and women making vows, taking revenge on Midian, and the settling of Reuben and Gad on the east side of the Jordan. Massei means Stages, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:4-6, 1 John 5:16-17, James 5:19-20

Denomination: *other

I'm Looking For You!

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 6, 2019

the Scribes and Pharisees were confused as to why Jesus spent so much time with Tax Collectors and Sinners! Jesus came to seek and save the lost and that mission is ongoing! Praise His Name!!!

I’m Looking For You Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … John 14:23-24 “Jesus said, ‘If anyone loves Me, he will obey My teaching. My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make our home with him. “He who does not love Me will not obey My teaching. These ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10, Luke 18:11, 1 John 5:16-17, Matthew 18:12-14, 2 Peter 3:9, Luke 19:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Can Satan Indirectly Lead Us To Success? Series

Contributed by Alis Cerrahyan on Aug 30, 2019

Remember, satan was not able to tempt Jesus without the permission of the Holy Spirit. And he also could not tempt Job without God's permission.

We must be careful not to attribute to satan the abilities and honors which belong to God and Him alone. The Bible says the Devil does not have unlimited power; he cannot be everywhere at once and he does not know everything. He is a created, limited being. He depends upon God for his existence. He ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:10, 1 John 5:18

The Trouble With Sin

Contributed by Steve Greene on Sep 9, 2019

The Word of God is to be our Source of Truth. What does the Bible say about sin? There are conflicting and confusing messages in the world today. This message is a reminder that the God who made us will enable us to live the life He has called us to live.

What is the measure you use to determine the value of a message like the one you are about to hear? I mean, how do you evaluate it? Is the value in a message like this in the speaker’s ability to hold your attention, or to make you laugh, or make you cry, or move you some way emotionally? It is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11, John 17:17, Matthew 22:29, Galatians 5:19-21, Romans 6:23, 1 John 1:9, 1 John 3:9, Galatians 5:22-24, Romans 6:12, 1 Peter 1:15, Romans 6:13-14, Ephesians 3:20, John 8:34-36, Romans 3:10, 1 John 5:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Keep Away From Idols Series

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Sep 18, 2019

The power of Christ within you Is greater than the power of evil around You.

18 We know that whoever is born of God does not sin; but he who has been born of God keeps himself, and the wicked one does not touch him. 19 We know that we are of God, and the whole world lies under the sway of the wicked one. 20 And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us an ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

Adultery And Divorce Series

Contributed by Stephen Smith on Oct 31, 2019

The story of Israel marriage to Yaweh which was marred by unfaithfulness and betrayal - resulting in separation and divorce. Also the account of God's love and faithfulness - shown in His determination to reconcile with His erring wife.

The Bible: A love story Pt 2 : Adultery and Divorce In the last message, we saw how Yahweh entered into a spiritual 'marriage' with His chosen bride, the nation of Israel. Like Boaz with Ruth, He had first redeemed her (from Egypt) and then entered into a sacred covenant (berith / ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-6, Deuteronomy 7:9, Deuteronomy 10:12, 1 Kings 18:21, Isaiah 54:3-6, Hosea 3:4-5, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, James 4:4, Philippians 3:20-21, 1 John 3:3, 1 John 5:21, Revelation 19:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Confident That We Are His!

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Aug 26, 2018

Through Jesus Christ we approach God with confidence, trusting 100% in His merits and righteousness and none of our own. Jesus reveals the Father heart of God to us, and we're called to pursue God in holiness and love.

August 26, 2018 Sermon - 1 John 5:13-21 - “Confident That We are His!”. For much of my adolescence and young adulthood I struggled with how I felt about myself, with confidence. Or should I say a lack of confidence. I thought I just didn’t measure up, didn’t have much to offer, barely warranted ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Strongman

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Sep 29, 2018

The problem must be first bound and removed before the strongman is overcome and gone.

The Strongman Too many things try to latch on to us—sickness, disease, things that start out small but work their way in over time, a little pain until we can’t shake it and it becomes debilitating as time goes by. When we do not rise up to combat the problem, pretty soon we are chained so tightly ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:19, 1 John 4:4

Denomination: Methodist

A Study Of The Letter Of First John – Praying According To The Will Of God Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 10, 2020

John wants to assure believers of the eternal life they possess and spur them on toward continued faith in Jesus Christ.

The Christian’s assurance concerning salvation (vs. 13) “These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, in order that you may know that you have eternal life.” One of the purposes of John’s letter was to convince the unbelieving, Gnostic follower that Jesus was the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Three Areas Of Historical, Prophetic, And Personal Evidence That Prove Jesus Existed - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 12, 2020

In this study, we will look at three areas of evidence; Historical, Prophetic, and Personal, and conclude with how to share your testimony.

Just a short time after my 11th birthday, my Mom died suddenly. The pain, anguish, and anger I felt made me question everything I had been taught about God, my experience with Him, and even if He existed. About two years later, I was at a YMCA camp on Catalina Island, just off the California ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, 2 Corinthians 4:4, 1 John 5:19, Ephesians 2:1-2, 1 Corinthians 1:21, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4, Isaiah 46:9-10, Isaiah 41:22, Isaiah 41:23, 1 John 5:11-12, Psalm 35:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

By Love - 1 John 4 And 5 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 1, 2019

John gives us 4 actions that are to be apart of the children of God’s daily lives. Test the Spirit’s, Know Love, and Fear Not and believe in Jesus.

1 John 4/5 – Test the Spirit’s! - Know Love! - Fear Not! – Believe! Thesis: John gives us 4 actions that are to be apart of the children of God’s daily lives. Test the Spirit’s, Know Love, and Fear Not and believe in Jesus. Scripture Text: 1 John 4:1-21: 1Dear friends, do not believe every ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-21, 1 John 5:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Fervent Finale

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 29, 2019

John wants to leave us with certainty and clarity about what we believe and in Whose hands we rest.

A Fervent Finale (I John 5:13-20) 1. A pastor was trying to teach a children’s class about how to be saved. 2.”If I sold everything I have and gave it to the church, would I go to heaven?” The children answered, “No.” The pastor said, “Very good. That’s right. And if I worked hard at keeping the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Winning The Wayward Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Nov 19, 2018

This is message 31 in our series in James. This message continues the teaching concerning our call to help restore the wayward.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Faith’s Response to the Wayward” Pt 2 James prescribed a process whereby those struggling in any of multiple areas of life can find renewal, healing, help through the mutual confession of sin and faithful prayers of the church family. Is anyone among you ...read more

Scripture: James 5:19-20, 1 John 5:16, 2 Corinthians 2:6-8, Jude 1:22-23

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Battle For The Soul Of America: Progressivism Vs. Americanism

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021

Time and again humanity on this Earth comes to the brink of collapse. We live in a world where there is a rather large pit of darkness. And many times a century from this pit flows a mammoth flood of evil, in many a form, threatening to crush civilization.

Time and again humanity on this Earth comes to the brink of collapse. We live in a world where there is a rather large pit of darkness. And many times a century from this pit flows a mammoth flood of evil, in many a form, threatening to crush civilization. Our present era is no different. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:19

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Pretentious Free Life Series

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 7, 2021

John wants all believers to know they have eternal life because they are precious in the sight of Jesus. He holds before us the key by which certainty becomes a faith response to all of life: Jesus Christ. John seeks to inspire Christians to cultivate greater intimacy with God.

As we entered the COVID-19 crisis I envisioned Christians would support those in leadership positions, I cannot fathom the stress they have endured. I never envisioned the conflict we have witnessed, among Christians and churches. As seen on Facebook, many Christians become antagonistic toward ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational