Sermons on Abiding Faithful:

The Vine Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 12, 2016

If you are faithful, you will be fruitful.

The Vine John 15:1-5 Rev. Brian Bill March 12-13, 2016 [Bring up 4 baskets with varying amounts of fruit in each one] When I was growing up our neighbors had a vineyard. I can remember playing football in our backyard and stopping to eat so many grapes that I would get a stomachache. I also ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Pray For Won Souls, Towns And Villages

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Oct 16, 2018

Don not leave won souls, towns and villages to chance, pray for them that the faith may remain, grow and spread

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: PRAY FOR WON SOULS, TOWNS AND VILLAGES Romans 1:8-9 King James Version (KJV) 8 First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of throughout the whole world. 9 For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-9

Denomination: Charismatic

The Word Of God Abides In You, And You Have Overcome The Evil One

Contributed by John Piper on Mar 29, 2007

In the Bible, God speaks to us, and in prayer, we speak to him. And the two are interdependent in their effectiveness. The Scripture teaches us to pray and shows us what to pray and how to pray and tells us the basis for prayer and fills us with encourage

This is the last Sunday of Prayer Week. The reason we sandwich Prayer Week with a sermon on prayer and a sermon on the word of God is that these are the two great means of grace that God uses to conform us to the image of his Son (Romans 8:29; Colossians 3:10). The Interdependence of Prayer and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Gives Us Love Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Mar 6, 2015

How is God glorified? By the fruit we bear. And how do we bear fruit? By abiding in Jesus. He is the vine; we are the branches. Apart from him we can do nothing. No root, no fruit.

THERE IS A STORY told about a young pastor, fresh out of seminary, who was to give his first sermon to his new congregation. He had graduated with honors, and everybody who knew him was sure that he was on a fast track to notoriety as a great preacher. His congregation watched as he entered the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The True Vine Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Apr 8, 2016

Jesus gives the last of the "I AM" statements in John and explains the relationship of the True Vine and true believers. He explains the principle of abiding in Christ in order to produce God-glorifying fruit.

The True Vine John 15:1-11 Jesus often used every day examples in His teachings and today we study the last of the “I AM” sayings of Jesus in John’s gospel, using the imagery of a vine. We read John 15:1-17 (NKJV): "I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. 2 ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Like Father Like Son Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 13, 2015

Message 13 from 1 John focusing on the privilege of being children of God and abiding in Him.

Like Father – Like Son 1John 2:29-3:3 Review The first two chapters of John’s letter focus on the God of light. John passed on the message He heard from Christ that was still reverberating in his ears and heart – God is light with any speck of darkness. God is pure, God is ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Message From Martha

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jul 17, 2016

“Don’t Get Hangry Like I Did. Keep Devouring the One Thing Needful!”

Every now and then a new word comes into the English language, which makes me wonder what took so long for it to be “invented.” Once such brilliant word is “hangry.” Do you know what it means to be “hangry”? It’s the anger you feel because you’re so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Lutheran

Women Of Faith Sermon Ii: Hannah: Confident Faith Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 24, 2020

When God's children get depressed over circumstances beyond our control, the Spirit reminds us of our Father's constant presence, and, makes us confident that our fervent prayers will be answered in keeping with God's Will.

HANNAH: CONFIDENT FAITH “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” One of those axioms we’ve heard most of our lives! But my take on it: I’m glad the makers of black and white TV did not see it that way. We like color television a ...read more

Faith, Love And Hope Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 18, 2004

Three important words of the gospel are explored along with corresponding works

INTRODUCTION Charles Trentham has a chapter in his book on Colossians entitled, “The Three Greatest Words in the Gospel.” What three words do you suppose he means? Let’s guess. Clues: All three words have only one syllable, two of the three words are 4 letter words. The other word has 5 letters. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Firm In The Lord

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 21, 2013

To show that the secret to standing firm in the faith is - FELLOWSHIP WITH THE BELIEVERS.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you love the company of believers? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the secret to standing firm in the faith is - FELLOWSHIP WITH THE BELIEVERS. IV. TEXT: Philippians 4:1 (Amplified Bible) THEREFORE, MY brethren, whom I love and yearn to see, my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Have No Fear

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 21, 2013

If we are following Jesus Christ, we have NOTHING to fear!! Paul demonstrates this clearly for us, and the challenge is: will we follow our Savior in proclaiming His grace to everyone we encounter?

Have No Fear Acts 25-26 Introduction We are called to have a common purpose in what we do -- The purpose is to worship, to love, and to celebrate Christ and share Him always -- That is our challenge, mission, and it is STILL where we find ourselves today LAST WEEK: -- Are you living ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

True Success Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 9, 2018

By faith, abound in triumph, abide in trials, and be approved in time.

In Actions Speak Louder Than Words, Herb Miller writes: Two Kentucky farmers who owned racing stables had developed a keen rivalry. One spring each of them entered a horse in a local steeplechase. Thinking that a professional rider might help him outdo his friend, one of the farmers engaged a crack ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Faith Works! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 20, 2017

Use your faith to serve. Then use your works to show that your faith is real. It will save you from a debilitating despair in the midst of your own trials.

A state trooper was parked on the side of the road, waiting to catch speeding drivers, when he saw a car puttering along at 22 mph. Knowing that a slow driver is just as dangerous as a speeder, the state trooper turned on his lights and pulled the car over. As he approached the vehicle, the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Lord, Who Shall Abide In Thy Tabernacle?

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Mar 11, 2026

King David, in his pain and anguished state of mind, wrote questions presented to God Almighty requesting answers for his desire to live in accordance to what was accepted by God. One question was, “Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle?” Who can abide therein?

King David wrote many song lyrics recorded in the book of Psalms. On a few occasions, in his pain and anguished state of mind, he wrote questions presented to God Almighty requesting answers for his desire to live in accordance to what was accepted by God. One question was, “Lord, who shall abide ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Abide In The Servant-King: Discipleship Rooted In The Crucified And Risen Christ Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 9, 2026

We live in an age of disconnection. Constant notifications, fractured attention, shallow relationships, and spiritual distraction mark the 21st century. Discipleship is not first about activity for Jesus, but abiding in Jesus.

Abide in the Servant-King: Discipleship Rooted in the Crucified and Risen Christ INTRODUCTION: FOLLOWING JESUS IN A FRAGMENTED WORLD We live in an age of disconnection. Constant notifications, fractured attention, shallow relationships, and spiritual distraction mark the 21st century. Many people ...read more

Scripture: John 15:4, Isaiah 9:6, Isaiah 52:13-15, Isaiah 53:1-12, Galatians 2:20, Colossians 1:15-17, 1 Peter 2:24, Luke 9:23, Romans 4:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal