Sermons on Abide:

A Healthy Church Member Tells

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Feb 2, 2010

This evangelism sermon looks at Jesus brief conversation with the woman at the well in John 4 and how it changed her from an introverted recluse to a highly motivated evangelist to her city.

A Healthy Church Member Tells John 4:1-42 CHCC: January 24, 2010 INTRODUCTION: Recently, I spoke to my friend, David, who told me all about purchasing his new Suburban and then took me out to look at it. He had lots to say about his new purchase. Later that same week I met elder Bob in the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Branch Life Comes Through Jesus, The Vine.

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Dec 16, 2014

Basic concepts on how to stay authentic in our relationship with Jesus.

John 15:1-12 The Vine and the Branches 15 “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2 He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes[a] so that it will be even more fruitful. 3 You are already clean because of the word I have ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Father, Son, & Disciple

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 19, 2014

A perspective on John 15: 1-8. What fruit will the true vine and its branches produce? The fruit that Jesus, the true vine produces is distinctive like no other and is difficult to find in our world.

John 15: 1-8 Father, Son, & Disciple. The wild grape vine with its trailing branches is one of the lowest bushes and yet its fruit is highly prized, and was the favoured fruit of kings for thousand of years. The wild unattended vine is easily damaged producing very little and poor quality fruit. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

The Call To Power Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 22, 2013

Don’t crowd Jesus only when you have a need. Instead, answer His call to be with Him, to preach, and to have power.

Several years ago, on New Year's Day, a beautiful float in the Tournament of Roses parade suddenly sputtered and quit. It was out of gas. The whole parade was held up until someone could get a can of gas. The amusing thing was this float represented the Standard Oil Company. With its vast oil ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-19

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Stay Rooted

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Feb 10, 2013

Why is Jesus taking time to give this message about a vine? Because He had done told them that He was going away, but that His message would continue thru them but how was that going to happen, so Jesus is giving them the tools they need to get the job

John 15:1-5 Why is Jesus taking time to give this message about a vine? Because He had done told them that He was going away, but that His message would continue thru them but how was that going to happen, so Jesus is giving them the tools they need to get the job done!! Verse 1-“I am the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Leaves With No Fruit

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have fruit and leaves? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that fruit and leaves go together. Without fruit, all are show off. IV. TEXT: Mark 11:14 (Amplified Bible) And He said to it, No on

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have fruit and leaves? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that fruit and leaves go together. Without fruit, all are show off. IV. TEXT: Mark 11:14 (Amplified Bible) And He said to it, No one ever again shall eat fruit from you. And His disciples ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grow In The Lord

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 11, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Can you please everyone? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To point out that if our relationship and knowledge of GOD is right, men's point of view will be corrected as well. IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 2:26 (Amplified Bible) N

I. EXORDIUM: Can you please everyone? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To point out that if our relationship and knowledge of GOD is right, men's point of view will be corrected as well. IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 2:26 (Amplified Bible) Now the boy Samuel grew and was in favor both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Path To Spiritual Victory Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016

John had experienced adversity in life and great spiritual challenges. He realized that a close relationship with Christ and continued growth were vital for victorious living. Many lack growth due to spiritual immaturity. Growth is key for victory.

The Path to Spiritual Victory 1 John 2: 12-17 The love and concern John has for the church is evident as we continue to read this epistle. He began by exalting Christ, reminding the believer of whom they have believed. He offered a challenge regarding our fellowship with the Lord and shared the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is My Hero

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 28, 2015

The greatness of Christ in overcoming for us.

jesus is my hero “Therefore, brothers and sisters, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way opened for us through the curtain, that is, his body, and since we have a great priest over the house of God, let us draw near to God with a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reconnecting With Purpose Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 23, 2014

CONNECTING WITH GOD REESTABLISHES OUR PURPOSE

Reconnecting with Purpose John 15:1-8 9/29/13 Introduction Video: Live in me Video Reconnecting with God changes our perspective on everything, including how we live, the purpose of our lives.  CONNECTING WITH GOD REESTABLISHES OUR PURPOSE Look how Jesus describes this reconnecting ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Jesus' Offer: To Eat With You, From Inside Of You (Revelation 3:14-22) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Oct 21, 2025

Rather than chase wealth, and focus on wealth, chase a deeper relationship with Jesus, of mutual indwelling.

Today, we wrap up the part of Revelation, where Jesus has John writing to the angels to the churches. Jesus has clear expectations, and high expectations, for his churches. Every church has its own spirit-- its own angel-- who is responsible for that church. And some angels, and some churches, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Who Lives In Me.

Contributed by Lucy Paynter on Aug 31, 2019

Have you ever imagined or desired your life to be exchanged with someone else life?

Galatians 2:20 I have been crucified with Christ [that is, in Him, I have shared His crucifixion]; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body I live by faith [by adhering to, relying on, and completely trusting] in the Son of God, who loved me and gave ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20-21, Hebrews 11:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Marks Of True Disciples (John 11:55-12:11) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 22, 2022

Martha, Lazarus, and Mary each model a discipleship verb. Together, they paint a picture of a true disciple.

Two weeks ago, everything changed in the gospel of John. Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, in the full sight of a large group of Judeans. And when the Judeans saw this, "many" gave their allegiance to Jesus. In an instant, they moved from being stubborn, and hard-hearted, and ...read more

Scripture: John 11:55-57, John 12:1-11

Be An Agent Of Change Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jan 14, 2016

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind".

Change is inevitable…. Change is a Process.... Change comes to all of us-whether we prepare for it or not. Our lives are in a constant state of transition. Life is always moving forward; nothing ever remains the same. To move forward, you have to leave the past behind. There is no standing ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Always Hears The Prayers Of The Righteous Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Oct 30, 2017

Whenever you pray as a Christian, no matter what happens be rest assured in your heart that God had heard you because you are a righteous man and not a sinner

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: GOD ALWAYS HEARS THE PRAYERS OF THE RIGHTEOUS John 9:31King James Version (KJV) 31 Now we know that God heareth not sinners: but if any man be a worshipper of God, and doeth his will, him he heareth. God Almighty always hears the petitions of the ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic