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Two "Weddings" And A "Funeral" Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 17, 2002

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In the characters of III John, Gaius, Demetrius, and Diotrephes, we learn how to bond and we discover what kills relationships. Designed for "punctuation" by organ music between the sections.

We really need to connect. We are made for fellowship, and if we do not connect with one another, we will dry up and die. We need to connect with God; and we need to connect with one another. When I was the Baptist chaplain at Howard University, it seemed that my students only knew two ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Old Fashioned Remedies For Heart And Health

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 15, 2002

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God’s Word gives us some remedies for our hearts and health.

OLD FASHIONED REMEDIES FOR HEART AND HEALTH III John 2 "Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well." INTRO.- John prayed for Gaius that his health would improve. His spiritual health was good, but not his physical ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

As Others See Us

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jun 30, 2001

based on 186 ratings

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John the Elder writes an appraisal of three church members: Gaius - who serves others, Diotrephes - who hinders others, and Demetrius - who attracts others.

AS OTHERS SEE US The third letter of John is one of the shortest in the New Testament but it has much to say to us. It’s a warm and honest pastoral letter. A straight from the shoulder message from a pastor to his people. Where encouragement and commendation are ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

See You Soon: Finding Peace In Conflicts Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 11, 2001

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A plea to pursue peace even in the midst of conflict

Postcards from the Past: Finding Peace in Conflicts Scripture Reading: 3 John 1-14 Little Billy was playing in the family room while his dad watched the evening news on TV. When the newscaster started talking about rioting and unrest between Israelis and Palestinians, Billy turned to his dad. ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Committed To Christian Friendship

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 17, 2005

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In a world crying out for friendship, 3 John helps us to define the kinds of friendships that define Christian community.

Committed to Christian Friendship 3 John Everybody wants it. But few know how to find it. Some would give their life for a taste. Most are left desperate. Searching in loneliness for a friend. In the July 21, 1980 issue of Time Magazine there was an essay entitled “Friends, And Countrymen”. The ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Working Together To Get The Job Done

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 5, 2001

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Working Together.

INTRODUCTION: WE CAN ACCOMPLISH MORE BY WORKING TOGETHER THAN WE CAN BY WORKING ALONE. IF WE ARE GOING TO EFFECTIVELY MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THIS WORLD, IT’S GOING TO TAKE A UNIFIED EFFORT FROM ALL OF US. GENERAL MOTORS, HOBART, AND OTHER CORPORATIONS HAVE BEEN SUCCESSFUL THROUGH THE YEARS BECAUSE ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-6, 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Flourishing In Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003

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Since God is forever faithful to us, He desires for us to be faithful to Him and to others. A faithful person walks in the truth not matter what happens to him.

Flourishing in Faithfulness Rev. Brian Bill 7/22/01 Someone asked me a couple weeks ago if the jokes I hear about Wisconsin offend me. I told him that I ask for it by bringing up “God’s Country” so often in my sermons. That reminds me of the man who decided to write a book about churches ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Three Hearts In The Church

Contributed by James May on Feb 24, 2002

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The descriptions given of the 3 men that John wrote about in 3 John are general descriptions of the type of hearts that we find in every church. The Heart of a Servant, the Heart of the Evangelist, and the Un-teachable Heart.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-12, Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pastor's Christmas Wish List

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Dec 31, 2006

based on 18 ratings

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Three Things A Pastor wants for His congregation

Intro: we live in a world of lists. Grocery list, things to do list, radio stations have top ten lists. At Christmas time people put together their wish list. In the Bible we have a Pastoral wish list for his congregation. Today, I am going to make this my Christmas wish list for everyone here at ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Showing Hospitality Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jan 3, 2007

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In 14 verses John tells us things that no one else really expounds in the entire Bible. He talks about Christian hospitality. He talks about a man who opens his home lovingly, readily and willingly to see the work of the kingdom of God go forward.

Showing Hospitality 3 John 1-14 This book is very short. It is the shortest book in the Bible. In 14 verses John tells us things that no one else really expounds in the entire Bible. He talks about Christian hospitality. He talks about a man who opens his home lovingly, readily and willingly to ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Mennonite

A Look Ahead, 2007 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 5, 2007

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The introduction for our church’s study of the Book of Revelation - also giving our mission for 2007.

2007 - A Look Ahead 3 John 4; Revelation 1:1-3 Turn to the 3rd book of John and hold your place there Introduction Today we are going to look ahead at the coming year, and begin the understanding and study of the greatest promise yet to come, and that is the revealing of Jesus Christ not as a ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Treat The Good The Bad And The Ugly Series

Contributed by Dale Harlow on Dec 17, 2007

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3 John gives to us a glimpse into the life and struggles of the church of the first century. They struggled with the truth and with personalities. To borrow the words of a New Testament scholar: “Third John is all about the Elder, who wrote it; Gaius, who

Jay Leno once said that the Christmas tree is the perfect houseplant for him because it is already dead. And that’s probably true for many of us. Growing house plants sometimes is hard work. One preacher was given a Peace Lily for a wedding gift. I don’t know what the symbolism means. Peace ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pastors 2007 Wish List

Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Oct 24, 2007

based on 48 ratings

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This message was preached at our Watchnight Service. This is A message of encouragement

Intro: We live in a world of lists. Grocery lists, things to do lists. Radio stations have top 10 lists. At Christmas time people hand you their wish lists. Sears even have a book called the Christmas wish book. In the Bible we have a pastoral wish list for this congregation. Today I am going to ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Wonderful Church Leadership

Contributed by James May on Aug 19, 2007

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The church leadership will determine the direction and spirituality of the church. Let’s pray that we have the right leaders in these last days.

The Wonderful Church Leadership Sunday, August 19, 2007 – PM By Pastor Jim May 3 John 1-14 Have you ever wondered what kind of spiritual giants led the early churches? These men and women of God were called by God to lead the baby church to fulfill the Great Commission. It had been only a few ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Follow

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Aug 29, 2008

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God provides people in our path in life to be an example for us. We need to be wise, on our end, to follow those who live for the truth of God.

Follow Griffith Baptist Church – 8/31/08 A.M. Service Text: 3 John Key verse: 3 John 1:10 - Beloved, follow not that which is evil, but that which is good. He that doeth good is of God: but he that doeth evil hath not seen God. The Introduction Some believe that leading is easier than ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

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