Sermons on Abide In The Vine:

Like Father Like Child Series

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 5, 2011

And what are you doing to keep yourself from being polluted by the world? It's not the big major "sins" that most often get us...it's the little foxes that spoil the vine. What are you watching...what are you listening to...where do you spend your time?

LIKE FATHER LIKE CHILD JAMES 1:26 27 Like father like son (mother daughter) is a well known phrase...and it's usually used when the less desirable traits of the parent are seen in their children. Song "Cat's in the Cradle" but also positive...Something we can be proud of as parents, when ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Finding Deliverance

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 10, 2001

1. Christ’s work of deliverance can only be done out of an abiding relationship with him. 2. Whenever Christ comes to do his work, he is never in a hurry. 3. Whenever Christ comes to us, he expects to find faith.

The story we have read in the ninth chapter of Mark is a fascinating account of a young man being delivered from the forces of evil. He has suffered from this since childhood. When his father brought him to the disciples, they prayed over him, expecting that he would be delivered. After all, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Methodist

The Benefits Of Presence Not Presents

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Jan 14, 2005

I talk about the benefits of Jesus presence in our lives during the Christmas season. Everyone loves to get presents during the holidays, but we should all love the abiding presence that Christ provides, I show why and how this can be accomplished.

Title: The Benefits Of Presence Not Presents Text: Matt 1:18-23 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: An American Express survey about Christmas gifts found that the fruitcake was chosen most often (31%) from a list of "worst" holiday gifts. It even finished ahead of "no gift at all." When asked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sin's Sentence Continued Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 23, 2009

God’s abiding intent is that His glory should fill the whole earth as it has filled His house (2:14) & that man should know His glory fully. For this to occur the false knowledge the Babylonian character & aspirations epitomize must be removed.

Habakkuk 2:14-15-20 SIN’S SENTENCE CONTINUED We have discovered in verse 14 that God’s abiding intent, His overarching aim, is that His glory should fill the whole earth as it has filled His house, (Num. 14:21; Ps. 57:5,11; 72:19; Ex. 40:34-35; 1 Kings 8:11) and that man should know His glory ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Lord, Teach Me To Pray

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on May 23, 2014

Prayer the centerfold on every table of faith leads us to a far greater understanding than commonly known of our faith and convictions. We abide in the power, love and sound mind of Christ Jesus who revolutionized God's love in a radical movement of faith

LORD, Teach Me To Pray by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (May 23, 2014) “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear, but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind” (2 Timothy 1:7, King James Version, KJV [A charge to Timothy]) “Many are the afflictions of the righteous: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-18

Denomination: Friends

Believe Series

Contributed by Tim Melton on Mar 1, 2021

At times in life, we need to stop or at least pause and get back to the basics.This sermon series focuses on the “Basics of the Christian Life, Believe, Belong, Abide, and Bear Fruit.“ Today we will begin by focusing on the role of belief in our Christian lives.

At times in life we need to stop or at least pause. Maybe life has become too hurried, busy or stressful. Maybe we have over-committed or made things more complicated than they have to be. Maybe it is the virus, the snowstorm, or balancing work and home. It just becomes too much. This can also ...read more

Scripture: John 6:47, John 3:16, Matthew 16:15-17

Romans Chapter 2 Verses 7-8 Messages In Romans – Strong Division Between The Truth And Disobedience (Part 5) Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 23, 2023

What is it to seek the Lord and to find Him? Abide in Christ so you do not shrink away at His coming. Marvellous things await God’s people but horror for the ones who won’t obey and are unrighteous. The fate of non-Christians is here.

ROMANS CHAPTER 2 VERSES 7-8 MESSAGES IN ROMANS – STRONG DIVISION BETWEEN THE TRUTH AND DISOBEDIENCE (PART 5) Welcome to the next part of Romans chapter 2. Last time we got to the end of verse 6 and what remains in the Chapter is the division of all human beings into two classes, and then the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:7-8, Ephesians 2:8-9, Deuteronomy 4:29, 1 Chronicles 28:9, Matthew 7:7-8, John 12:20-24, 1 Corinthians 12:13, 2 Timothy 4:8, 1 John 2:28, 1 John 3:2, 1 Corinthians 2:9, Revelation 21:4, John 8:44, Isaiah 5:20-21, Ezekiel 22:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon # 5 - God's Design For The Family Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Mar 14, 2025

Marriage is God’s idea and God created Eve as a suitable helper for Adam. Only when couples understand the sanctity of marriage and abide by the guidelines that God has set for us will we have happy and healthy families that honor God and are a blessing to others.

We read in Philippians 4:8, “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” (ESV) The word of God teaches us ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, Genesis 2:19-23, Mark 10:9

Denomination: Other

Psalm 62

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 24, 2003

Are you oppressed by many things: Bring it to Him Cultivate the RELATIONSHIP with HIM. a) Abide in HIM pray often and spend time listening b) Read the Bible hear and put into practice what the Bible teaches. c) Spend time with other Christians L

English Charismatic Fellowship July 1993 Psalm 62:2 He alone is my rock and my salvation He is my fortress, I will never be shaken. This evening I want to focus in on Christ alone is my rock , my salvation and my fortress. Three key words: 1. ALONE 2. ROCK 3. SALVATION (and with it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:1-2

Denomination: Anglican

Can An Hour Make A Difference?

Contributed by Scott Sharpes on Mar 17, 2014

An encouraging sermon using the idea of "Daylight Savings Time" and what to do with that hour. (Present requests, State of Mind, secure foundation, abiding presence, a new song to sing, investing your hour wisely) I waited patiently and God heard my cry

Title: Can an Hour Make a Difference? 03/16/14 Text: Psalm 40:1-3 Purpose: To encourage our people that an hour spent with God can make the difference. Introduction: Video from SermonSpice: One Hour (Daylight Savings) Question: In the spring we have (Spring Forward- ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Nazarene

Will You Stay Or Will You Go Now? (John 6:60-71) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 31, 2022

Chapter 6 has moved from huge crowds trying to make Jesus king, down to only 12. It's all falling apart, maybe. The question is, will you join the Judeans, and walk away from Jesus, or abide with Christ?

This week, we will make our final push to get through John 6. We were supposed to read this entire chapter at once, as a single story. But instead, it took me four weeks. Let's start this morning, one last time, at John 6:22. This picks up our story after Jesus fed the 5,000 people, and ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-71, John 6:22-59

God Wants Everyone To Know His Great Love Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 31, 2024

God wants everyone to know: 1. How His love was given (vs. 14). 2. How His love can be received (vs. 15-16). 3. How His love can be perfected in us (vs. 17-19). 4. How to prove that His love is in us (vs. 20-21).

God Wants Everyone to Know His Great Love 1 John 4:14-21 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared January 31, 2024) MESSAGE: *The other day an old Gaither song came to mind. Part of the lyrics say, "Everybody ought to know, Everybody ought to know, Everybody ought ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Dwelling In God’s Secret Place Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 4, 2025

Dwelling in God’s secret place is an invitation to experience the fullness of His presence, protection, and peace. It is a place of intimate communion with God where we are strengthened and guided by His Spirit.

DWELLING IN GOD’S SECRET PLACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 91:1 “He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” Supporting Texts: Psalm 27:5 Isaiah 26:3 Matthew 6:6 Exodus 33:14 Colossians 3:3 John 15:4 INTRODUCTION: The concept ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1, Psalm 27:5, Isaiah 26:3, Matthew 6:6, Exodus 33:14, Colossians 3:3, John 15:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Steps To Enjoy God's Presence

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 3, 2020

This sermon is about how to enjoy God’s Presence. There is nothing more important than living in God’s Presence. There are three main steps to enjoying God’s Presence - 1. A Life Striving for Total Obedience 2. A Life of Undivided Devotion 3. A Life Being Dependent on God

Scripture: Exodus 33:1-23; John 15:1-11; Psalm 23 Theme: God’s Presence Title: Steps to Enjoying God’s Presence This sermon is about how to enjoy God’s Presence. There is nothing more important than living in God’s Presence. There are three main steps to enjoying God’s Presence - 1. A ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:1-23, John 15:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

A Cleansing Fellowship Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 8, 2012

If we are walking with God we must live in God’s light. A redemptive joyful fellowship is only possible as we abide or walk in God’s light. If we will live in God’s light, the blood of Jesus Christ will continually cleanse us from all sin.

1 JOHN 1: 5-7 [LIFE, LIGHT & LOVE SERIES] A CLEANSING FELLOWSHIP [Last week if you remember I spoked about establishing fellowship with God.] All Christian fellowship originates in God. To have fellowship with God opens the door to fellowship with the brethren. The right kind of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7

Denomination: Baptist