Sermons about Abide In The Word

Faithfulness Vs. Fruitfulness

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 9, 2015

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Examinations for times of unfruitfulness (Material adapted from MATT PERMAN at: http://whatsbestnext.com/2011/08/does-god-require-faithfulness-or-fruitfulness/; and Jimmy Larche at: http://www.jimmylarche.com/fruitfulness-abiding-in-christ/)

HoHum: Struggling church- “God has not called us to be successful. He has just called us to be faithful.” This one is in the same vein: “God wants faithfulness, not fruitfulness.” WBTU: These statements are half true. There is a Yiddish proverb that says: “A ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am...the Vine Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on Apr 2, 2014

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Jesus explains the relationship His people have with Him using the illustration of a Vine and its branches.

As we approach the Easter holiday season we are looking at some of the “I AM” statements of Jesus found in the Gospel of John. The “I AM” statements of Jesus open our hearts and minds to a deeper understanding of who Jesus is as the Savior and Lord of His people and the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross-Eyed Bear: The Yoke We Don’t Carry Alone

Contributed by David Dunn on Feb 9, 2026

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The Christian life is not about carrying a lighter burden; it’s about walking beside a stronger Savior.

A little boy was sitting in church during the song service. The leader asked if anyone had a favorite hymn they’d like to sing. Up shot his hand. “Yes, son,” the leader said with a smile, “what would you like us to sing?” The boy answered with complete confidence: “Can we sing 'The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, John 15:4-5, Psalm 23:1-6, Matthew 14:28-31, John 14:1-3 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Beacon Of Light Through The Inscrutable Darkness

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 21, 2020

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St. Paul encourages us to conduct ourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.

September 20, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Philippians 1:21-30 Beacon of Light through the Inscrutable Darkness Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Live your life in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.” This ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Ever Increasing Fruit Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jan 30, 2022

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Here, Jesus answers some important questions: “What is true Christianity?” “What are the marks of a true disciple?” “How are we to understand and explain our actual relationship to God through Jesus Christ?” These are foundational questions and fundamental questions for our life as true believers.

Life on the Vine: Increasing Fruitfulness January 30, 2022 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship John 15:1-11 Introduction Over the last several years, I’ve been amazed at how our world has changed. Christianity is under assault and that is true, even in our home of America. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11, Luke 14:26, 1 John 4:13-16, Colossians 3:16, Luke 11:1-4, 1 Corinthians 2:16, 1 John 3:22, 2 Peter 1:5-10 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Get Connected Bear Fruits Series

Contributed by Gabriel Adeyemo on Oct 5, 2019

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We are created to be connected to our God. He demands a permanent relationship from us. It is only in Him we can flourish, be stable and fruitful

One major truth about this age is that if you are not connected you will be isolated. William James says, “We are like islands in the sea, separate on the surface but connected in the deep.” The topic for today’s sermon is derived from a command given to us by Jesus Christ in the Gospel ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Build Your Word Content

Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 7, 2019

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Build your Word content. Pray for DEEPER revelation of the mystery of Jesus. Have obedience of faith. Give glory to God always

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *BUILD YOUR WORD CONTENT* Romans 16:25-27 King James Version (KJV) 25 Now to him that is of power to stablish you according to my gospel, and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery, which was kept secret ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:25-27

Denomination: Charismatic

I Am Series

Contributed by Dr Kory Letoa on Sep 30, 2011

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The I am.

THE "I AM'S" IN PSALM 119 It has been said that this Psalm "Contains the anatomy of experimental religion, the interior lineaments of the family of God." Its twenty-two sections, are so many strings of pearls, linked together by the letters of the Hebrew Alphabet, and representing every phase of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-141

Denomination: Holiness

3 Principles Of Perseverance

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 28, 2024

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Series on I John

Title: “3 Principles for Perseverance” Script: I Jn. 2:18-27 Type: Expository Where: GNBC 6-30-24 Intro: For a variety of reasons, Andrew Jackson is in my top 5 favorite US Presidents. The story is told that Andrew Jackson’s boyhood friends just couldn’t understand how he became a famous ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18, 1 John 2:18-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Overcoming The Spirit Of Fear

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jan 15, 2021

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God has given us a sound mind! We are instructed to be strong and courageous! God has given us the power so we can overcome every obstacle in our way; He has given us love.

OVERCOMING THE SPIRIT OF FEAR "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9. As we all have learned in Sunday School, the children of Israel wandered in the wilderness for forty years! ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stay On Board

Contributed by Lymano Wishart on Mar 11, 2014

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An encouragement to stay maintain your relationship with God despite the inevitable struggles (storms) that come your way. Your only guarantee or safe arrival is to abide in the ship knowing that God is faithful to keep His promises.

Stay on Board Acts 27 True Story: In the early 1990s in the community of Britonville, St. Ann a truck was transporting some persons along a main road and was now heading up a hill. The truck developed some problems and couldn’t make the climb. It got more complicated and, as it was told, the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-44

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Remain Effective Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 3, 2010

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God rewards his people with effective works for abiding in the Son.

Scripture Introduction It seems that anywhere you walked in Jerusalem you saw grape vines. We know from inscriptions and eyewitnesses that vines grew up and along the great wall of the city, and it is likely that many families grew grapes in their own yards. In addition to the abundance of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:3-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Going Over The Baggage Limit

Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 5, 2026

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Witness is not something Christians are trained to do, but what naturally happens when Christ is truly abided in and His life is allowed to shine.

— When Evangelism Language Wears Us Out There are certain words in the church that carry more weight than we realize. Not because they are wrong words, but because of what they’ve come to mean through repetition. Through tone. Through history. Witness is one of those words. You can feel it in a ...read more

Scripture: John 15:4-5, Matthew 5:14-16, John 8:12, 1 John 1:7

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

I Am The Vine Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

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Jesus used symbolism of the Grape Vine to picture our relationship with God.

I AM series #7 I AM the Vine John 15 Scripture Reading: John 15:5-8 INTRODUCTION: This summer I’ve been preaching about the I AM statements that Jesus made. There are 7, and all of them are recorded in the Gospel of John. I learned something while doing this series. (Even when you’re in ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Depend On Jesus Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Sep 22, 2001

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A deductive exposition of the text with illustrations from the cultivation of grapevines needed to produce fruit.

Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to depend on Jesus to give them fruitful spiritual lives. Response: Individuals will be invited to pray at the altar rail following the message. Intro: Have you known the agony of not doing the right thing?  ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

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