Sermons on Bad Fruit:

I Am. . .the True Vine Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Mar 20, 2006

This is the first of a four part look at Jesus teaching that He is the true vine. This message sets the stage defining roles, fruit, and the types of branches Jesus speaks of.

What attention might we give to the final words of someone close to us who is about to die? John 15 - Personal moment with Jesus and His disciples on the night of His betrayal. LET’S SET THE STAGE FOR WHERE WE ARE - On the heels of the Triumphant Entry (John 12:12-16): Disciples don’t ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

I Am The True Vine - Part Iii Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Apr 18, 2006

This is the third of a four part look at Jesus teaching that He is the true vine. This message focuses on God’s utilization of pruning to prepare us to bear more fruit.

(Extensive inspiration for this sermon series taken from Bruce Wilkerson’s "Secrets of the Vine") Introduction - Spring has arrived, we have begun gardening, and pruning (reference recent Herald-Leader Article on pruning) Draw connection to Spiritual Pruning Jesus final "I Am. . ." teaching on ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Part 7 - Goodness Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 21, 2006

In part 7 of the fruits of the spirit series we will look at Goodness and how this godly characteristic can help us build relationships and take care of those in need.

The Fruit of the Spirit Part 7 – Goodness Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org WELCOME We are continuing our Series on The Fruits of the Holy Spirit. This morning I would like to talk about the Spiritual Fruit, or character of God we can develop, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:32-35

Denomination: Bible Church

Walking As Children Of The Light

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Jul 30, 2004

IN THIS SERMON, WE SEE THE FACT OF OUR WALK IN THE LIGHT, THE FRUIT OF OUR WALK IN THE LIGHT, THE FELLOWSHIP OF OUR WALK IN THE LIGHT, ABD THE FEATURE OF OUR WALK IN THE LIGHT.

WALKING AS CHILDREN OF THE LIGHT EPHESIANS 5:8-14 There is a company in England which makes beds with a price tag Of $7.000.00. It includes bedspreads of mink, heated mattress, build in TV and sound system. I can’t imagine paying that much for a bed but I guess if one were weary enough, he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Budding Of Aaron's Rod

Contributed by William Yates on Dec 28, 2003

In this message we see that Aaron carried with him a rod that became alive and fruitful. What is it that the world sees us as believers carry? That which is dead or that which is living?

Numbers 17 Aaron’s Rod 1 And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying: 2"Speak to the children of Israel, and get from them a rod from each father’s house, all their leaders according to their fathers’ houses--twelve rods. Write each man’s name on his rod. 3And you shall write Aaron’s name on the rod of ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 17:1-11

Triumphant In Christ

Contributed by James May on Mar 22, 2004

We are made over comers by the Blood of Jesus and the word of our testimony. We are to spread the gospel like a sweet incense but only God can bring the fruit.

TRIUMPHANT IN CHRIST Sunday, March 21, 2004 – PM 2 Corinthians 2:14-17, "Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place. For we are unto God a sweet savour of Christ, in them that are saved, and in them ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

If Your Right Hand Causes You To Sin, Cut If Off! Series

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jun 7, 2009

This sermon tackles the difficult issue of lusting after any person that we are not married to. Tackling the issue can be very painful, but in the long run very fruitful

“If your right hand causes you to sin cut it off”! What did Jesus mean? You’ll be pleased to know I come this morning free of sharp instruments except for …the Bible I am holding. The Bible says of itself that ‘the word of God is living and active, sharper than any double edged sword, it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Anglican

A Study On Revival Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 23, 2013

In all this we see that the fruit of revival is more revival, the opening of hearts for both the preaching and receiving of the gospel. That was the case at this time in Samaria. There was a great revival going on.

Tonight’s passage shows us the great need for revival both within and outside the church. Let’s get into this long passage. READ v. 5. The preacher was Philip, a layman, one of the first deacons. As we said last week, the importance of this verse is in declaring that the first great ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Be Afraid Of God's Pruning In Your Life

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Jun 14, 2008

Jesus said that His Father prunes His children. The richest, fullest, most fruitful lives are those that have been strengthened through the painful process of tribulation.

Do Not Be Afraid of God’s Pruning in Your Life: John 15:2 Introduction: Every branch that bears fruit must be pruned to bear much more fruit. I have a tomato plant that has been living for over two years now. Every winter the cold weather and heavy breeze kill more than half of the vines and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:2

Denomination: Baptist

The Model Church Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Feb 17, 2008

What was it about the church at Thessalonica that made it a church worth modeling? In this study we will that the church had a blessed beginning, produced great fruit, and has a great future.

1 Thessalonians 1 The Model Church The Lord wants to bless the church. He waits for the church to be what he wants it to be. A place of believers who want to live and serve and bring God glory and see lives transformed by the power of a risen Savior! The church was a model and example for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Can You Hear Me? Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 1, 2009

We find a fruitful and productive life when we hear God’s Word, believe and understand God’s Word, and do God’s Word.

Can You Hear Me? (Mark 4:1-20) An elderly man had serious hearing problems for a number of years. His family tried again and again to convince him to get a hearing aid. Finally he relented. He went to the doctor and was fitted for a set of hearing aids that allowed him to hear 100 percent. A ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"I Am Saved" Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Feb 4, 2014

Come and claim the identity of saved in Christ, but we can’t trifle with a very serious, loving, and severe God. Saved children of God are known by their fruit.

“I Am Saved” (Eph 2:1-10) True or false, is this is a verse from the bible, “God helps those who help themselves”. False, in fact the bible says the exact opposite, God helps the helpless. And according to our passage in Ephesians today we are all helpless and hopeless ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Thriving In A Hostile Environment

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Jan 22, 2020

The Bible doesn’t promise that life on earth would be pleasant for believers. Neither is it the will of God for us to just strive or survive; His plan is for us to thrive and be fruitful.

THRIVING IN A HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT "12 Then Isaac sowed in that land, and reaped in the same year a hundredfold; and the Lord blessed him. 13 The man began to prosper, and continued prospering until he became very prosperous; 14 for he had possessions of flocks and possessions of herds and a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:12-15, Matthew 10:16, Psalm 23:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Created Male And Female! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 6, 2022

If god didn't create male and female, He couldn't give the command to be fruitful and multiply; the world sinning against God today!

We read from the Gospel of John, In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of men……. The Word ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:24-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Of Vines And Branches Part Three Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Oct 15, 2024

Looking at how Christ-like love is the fruit that results from being connected to the Vine (Jesus). Contrasting the worlds view of love with true, Christ-like love.

Of Vines and Branches (Part Three) Text: John 15:12-17 We are back in John’s Gospel this morning… John chapter 15, verses 12-17, and while you’re turning there, I’ll just let you know, today we are going to be talking about love. And the world has tried to redefine love in our day in age in ways ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17, Ephesians 5:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible