Sermons on 3 John 1 3a6:

The Altar (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jan 9, 2023

This sermon introduces the Tabernacle and the altar. It points to the reality that the Tabernacle was symbolic of the finished work of Calvary.

The True Tabernacle (The Altar: Part 1) TEXT: Hebrews 13:9-16 (NKJV) "We have an altar from which those who serve the tabernacle have no right to eat. 11 For the bodies of those animals, whose blood is brought into the sanctuary by the high priest for sin, are burned outside the camp. 12 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:9-16, Hebrews 8:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Vines And Branches In The Vineyard

Contributed by William Mouser on May 17, 2005

An exposition of the vine and vinedresser imagery in Jesus teaching in John 15:1-10

Psalm 148, Isaiah 41:14-20, 1 Peter 3:8-18, John 15:1-10 Vines and branches in the Father’s Vineyard The Psalm appointed for today is a long, enthusiastic summons to praise the God who made the heavens and the earth and all that is in them. As such, it is a fitting response to what David tells ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-10

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Walk In Love Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 2, 2015

1) The Plea (Ephesians 5:1–2a), 2) The Pattern (Ephesians 5:2b), 3) The Perversion (Ephesians 5:3–4)

The world claims to want love, and love is advocated and praised from every corner. Romantic love especially is touted. Songs, novels, movies, and television serials continually exploit emotional, lustful desire as if it were genuine love. Questing for and fantasizing about the “perfect ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-7

Denomination: Other

Four Great Goals For Christian Growth Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 7, 2018

1. Be available. 2. Be teachable. 3. Be dependable. 4. Be flammable.

Four Great Goals for Christian Growth The Book of Acts - Part 64 Acts 18:23-28 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - November 9, 2014 *When we trust in Jesus Christ, we are born again as baby Christians. But the Lord wants us to grow in Christ. And the good news is that we can ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

"A Keen Sense Of Humor Is Not Just A Side Advantage Christians Receive At B

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Mar 1, 2002

March 10, 2002 -- FOURTH SUNDAY IN LENT 1 Samuel 16:1-13 Psalm 23 You have anointed my head with oil. (Ps. 23:5) Ephesians 5:8-14 John 9:1-41 Color: Purple John 9:1-41

March 10, 2002 -- FOURTH SUNDAY IN LENT 1 Samuel 16:1-13 Psalm 23 You have anointed my head with oil. (Ps. 23:5) Ephesians 5:8-14 John 9:1-41 Color: Purple John 9:1-41 Title: “A keen sense of humor is not just a side advantage Christians receive at Baptism.” Jesus gives sight to a man sightless ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Lutheran

The Difference (Psalm 1) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 14, 2012

This expository message, adapted from a sermon by Steven Shepherd, underscores the difference between believers and unbelievers as laid out in Psalm 1. Unlike the lost, believers should be Separated from the World, Saturated in the Word, and Situated by t

The Difference: Psalm One Scott Bayles, pastor Adapted from a sermon by Steven Shepherd Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/19/2012 I came across some jokes this week that I thought I’d share with you. • What’s the difference between a northern fairytale and a southern ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Christian Church

"Discipline" Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 7, 2005

To know how to exercise discipline in the church, we have to begin by finding out what Jesus had to say and line up the epistles with that.

15 “If your brother sins, go and show him his fault in private; if he listens to you, you have won your brother. 16 “But if he does not listen to you, take one or two more with you, so that BY THE MOUTH OF TWO OR THREE WITNESSES EVERY FACT MAY BE CONFIRMED. 17 “If he refuses to listen to them, tell ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Orthodox

The Will Be Done (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Mark Lewis on Sep 20, 2009

Part 6 of a sermon series on the Lord’s Prayer

Thy Will Be Done (Part 1) Luke 11:1-4 Intro. – Many people wonder how God’s sovereignty can be related to praying for His will to be done. If He is sovereign, is not His will inevitably done? Does our will override His will when we pray earnestly and sincerely? There are many things that seem to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Luke 7:11-28 Did John Doubt?

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jan 22, 2013

As I have been preparing this message I found that there are many bible scholars that think that verse 19 shows that John the Baptist begin to doubt that Jesus wasn't really the One that the O.T. scriptures foretold as Israel's Messiah. Remember John i

Luke 7:11-28 Did John doubt? ~ GOOD NEWS- THE GOSPEL 1-26-13 Today I want to bring a few thoughts to do with the account that we read of in Luke 7:11-28. As I have been preparing this message I found that there are many bible scholars that think that verse 19 shows that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-28

Denomination: Baptist

Gospel Of Life Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 25, 2021

With the Gospel, believers are: 1) Armed with the Mind of Christ (1 Peter 4:1), 2) Armed with the Life of Christ (1 Peter 4:2), 3) Disarming the life before Christ (1 Peter 4:3-5), and 4) Armed because of the Judgement of Christ (1 Peter 4:6).

1 Peter 4:1-6. [4:1] Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, [2] so as to live for the rest of the time in the flesh no longer for human passions but for the will of God. [3] For the time ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Other

What If The Fields Are White? (John 4:27-42) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 20, 2022

If they are, we need to be far more bold, in intentional, about pointing people to Jesus. Bonus discussion of how Greek imperfect verbs work.

Today's message was a little short, so I'm going to try to cheat a little at the start, and explain something that may open up the Bible to you in really unexpected ways. And then, I'll try to show you a little how it works, and how cool this is, as I go through today's passage. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42, John 4:1-26

Hold Fast Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 7, 2011

A sermon on Hebrews 3:1-6 (emphasis on vs. 6)

HoHum: Mercy Me is a Christian band (I Can Only Imagine) and recently they sang a song called, “Hold Fast.” Bart Millard tells the story of the inspiration for “Hold Fast”. “I was standing in the back of the bus going to our next concert. We were in a traffic jam and we passed a horrible wreck. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Go! And Know The Triune God - John 20:17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 6, 2025

The encounter between the risen Christ and Mary Magdalene is not just a tender moment; it's a theological treasure trove that unveils the relational dynamics within the Godhead and our inclusion into this divine fellowship.

Go! And Know the Triune God - John 20:17 Introduction Today we delve into a profound moment in Scripture that reveals the triune nature of our God. In John 20:17 (NLT), we read: “Don’t cling to me,” Jesus said, “for I haven’t yet ascended to the Father. But go find my brothers and tell them, ‘I ...read more

Scripture: John 20:17, Matthew 28:19, 2 Corinthians 13:14, Genesis 1:26, John 3:16, Ephesians 1:7, Ephesians 1:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Daniel Chapter 1 Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Sep 6, 2005

A chapter by chapter examination outline of Daniel and the keys to Revelation.

Daniel Survey Chapter 1 Outline Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org Daniel is more than just facts and dates. Chapters 1-6 Stories – How to prepare for the end time Chapters 7-12 Prophecies – When/what signs of the end Jesus told us to study ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Bible Church

Why Were You Chosen? Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 24, 2020

Paul reveals God plan for the redeemed, as he shows: 1) Why God Chooses (Ephesians 1:3), 2) When God Chooses (Ephesians 1:4), and 3) For What did God Choose (Ephesians 1:5-6a)

Ephesians 1:3-6a [3] Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, [4] even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. In love [5]he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-6

Denomination: Other