Sermons on 3rd John:

A Gracious Act And An Ungrateful Recipient

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 16, 2022

The miracle of the healing of the lame man in John 5:1-17 was a demonstration not only of the power of the Lord Jesus but was also an example of the grace of God that too many people take for granted.

The Scriptures contain numerous accounts of the healing power of God. He has the power, grace, and mercy that is HIs Holy character. He has the authority to grant the restoration of health to anyone He sovereignly chooses. Scripture tells of health being restored to people through intercession ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-17, Matthew 4:24, Matthew 8:16, James 5:15, Genesis 20:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Exceptional Jesus!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 27, 2019

The Exceptional Jesus! John chapter 7 verses 10-31 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: His character (vs 10-13) His doctrine (vs 14-18) His works (vs 19-24) His origin (vs 25-31) SERMON BODY • ill: It is said that Socrates taught for 40 years, • Plato for 50, Aristotle for 40, and Jesus for only 3. • Yet the influence of Christ’s 3-year ministry; • Far exceeds ...read more

Scripture: John 7:10-31

Denomination: Brethren

The Highest Kind Of Love

Contributed by Trevor Chuma on Feb 5, 2019

One day Jesus was eating with his disciples, and he asked this question to Peter, he said; “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?”

Peter responded and said; “Yes, Lord,” he said, “you know that I love you” (John 21:15). The word love which Jesus included in his question is translated from the Greek Word Agape and it means self giving love, the love which one sacrifices himself in place of another. This love means that you put ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15, John 3:16, Hebrews 2:7-8

Denomination: Charismatic

Waiting

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 12, 2019

We are waiting with, in and through Material adapted from John Mark Hick's book called: Yet Will I Trust Him: Understanding God in a Suffering World

HoHum: There is a woman who is buried under a 175 year old oak tree in a cemetery of a church in rural Louisiana. According to this woman’s instructions, only one word is carved on the tombstone, “Waiting.” John Mark Hicks is a Church of Christ guy and he has been through loss- his first wife died ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39, Psalm 44:9-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bread From Heaven

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 30, 2021

Do I want MY religion or the religion of Jesus? Let’s look at the religion that came from heaven. Let’s discuss the events of John 6:24-35.

Prelude Do I want MY religion or the religion of Jesus? Purpose: Let’s look at the religion that came from heaven. Plan: Let’s discuss the events of John 6:24-35. The Throng John 6:24 when the people therefore saw that Jesus was not there, nor His disciples, they also got into boats and came to ...read more

Scripture: John 6:24-35

Denomination: Baptist

Born From Above

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 7, 2023

What does it mean to be born again? How are we born of water and the Spirit? Let’s understand the newness of a life in the Holy Spirit from John 3:1-17.

What does it mean to be born again? How are we born of water and the Spirit? Let’s understand the newness of a life in the Holy Spirit from John 3:1-17. Nicodemus There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. (John 3:1 NKJV) Nicodemus was a senator in the Jewish ruling ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

How Are We To Know The Truth?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 9, 2023

The emphasis of Second John chapter 2 is on the basics of following Christ, of truth and love, and to warn against false teachers. We are not to just read the Word of God, but we are to obey it as well.

When a believer knows how to walk in the truth, he or she should know how to act, should know what to do, is willing to learn, and is determined to do so. In verses 1-3: The “elder” is John, one of twelve disciples. He also is the author of the Gospel of John, the three epistles, and the book of ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Prologue Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jan 9, 2023

John's introduction to his Gospel beautifully and artfully lays the foundation for the rest of his book as he provides insight into the nature, work and witness of the Word - Jesus Christ!

What is a prologue? If we were to take that apart, it divides neatly into two words pro- meaning before logos - meaning word or saying So, in a very real sense, a prologue is a word that happens beforehand - a fore-word Composers, Filmmakers, and Authors alike have utilized preludes, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, Exodus 34:6-7, Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

‘steps Of Faith’

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 12, 2023

‘Steps of Faith’ - John chapter 4 verses 43-54. – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Ill: • Faith is central to all of life. • For example, you go to a doctor whose name you cannot pronounce. • And whose degrees you have never verified. • He gives you a prescription you cannot read. • You take it to a pharmacist you have never seen before. • He gives you a chemical compound ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: Brethren

A Lesson In Discipleship

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 17, 2020

The reminder we see in 3 John is regarding discipleship/faithfulness to what we have been taught - we are called to execute the things we have seen Jesus do!

A Lesson in Discipleship Scripture: 3 John 1:1-15 Introduction - Today we will examine 3 John and hopefully see a very poignant theme -- Setup: John’s writings late in life all surround reminders for the entire church -- The reminder is regarding discipleship/faithfulness to what we have been ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Churches Through First Missionary Journey Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 10, 2021

Paul, Barnabas, and John Mark set a new journey with Gospel. They had full Gospel to give to all on their way. They ventured with a new message of the Love of Christ. Read to enjoy their journey.

Acts 13:04-52 Churches through First Missionary Journey 13:04-12 Mission work at Paphos 13:13-42 Mission work at Pisidian Antioch 13:43-52 Preaching at Synagogue and Opposition Acts 13:04-12 Mission work at Paphos Island Paul, Barnabas, and John Mark had sailed to Seleucia and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:4-52

Denomination: Methodist

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Kory Labbe on Jun 19, 2020

This week we continue our series into Discovery who Jesus says He is through the I Am statements in the book of John. This week looks I am the Good Shepherd

Welcome back to our 5th week in the I am: Discovering who Jesus says he is series. So far we have covered Jesus as the Great I am. He is the timeless God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. He is the one who was and is and is to come. Jesus as Bread of Life…by eating of him, we join him in his death ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Cm3 - Warning Not To Tamper With The Book, And Closing Prayers Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 10, 2019

These are the last words of the New Testament—the apostle John did not know that he was closing the canon of Scripture. If he had known, he could not have closed it more appropriately.

Tom Lowe 3/12/18 Book of Revelation Commentary Topic # C.M.: CONCLUDING MATERIAL (22:6-21) Lesson: C.M.3: Warning Not to Tamper With the Book, and Closing Prayers (22:18-21) Scripture (Rev. 22:18-21; KJV) 18 For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, If ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Message For Everyone

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 22, 2021

The Apostle John shares with us a Message for everyone - 1. Jesus has paid the price for our forgiveness 2. We can grow into Oneness with Him and Others (Spiritual Maturity)

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-17 Theme: A Message for Everyone The Apostle John wants to share a Message with everyone – 1. Jesus has paid the price for all your sins – Receive His Salvation 2. We can grow into Oneness With Him and Others (Spiritual Maturity) INTRO: Grace and peace from ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-17, Romans 6:23, Romans 10:9-10, 2 Timothy 1:5-7, 1 Corinthians 3:1-3, 2 Peter 2:1-3, Hebrews 5:11-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

The Word Made Flesh Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 2, 2019

The third sermon in our series on the Gospel of John. In this sermon we discuss how Jesus was fully God and also fully man. It's a good apologetical sermon.

The Word Made Flesh (John Pt. 3) Text: John 1:14 When you think of the Glory of God, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? Is it a majestic throne room filled with light? Is it fire, thunder, and earthquakes, and angels filling the sky singing and shouting? Or maybe some kind of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible