Sermons on J John:

Just Who Are You, Anyway? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 6, 2020

The most important question any of us can answer is the same question John answered: "who are you?"

Third Sunday in Advent 2020 “Proclaim liberty to the captives.” Those words from Isaiah have never had such meaning for the prisoners of the world. Haven’t we all felt a lot like prisoners for at least part of this plague year 2020? Our governors, for the most part, have often acted like prison ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8, John 1:19-28, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24, Luke 1:46-54

Denomination: Catholic

Understanding The Importance Of The Cross

Contributed by William Baeta on Mar 10, 2012

Jesus answered them, “Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up” John 2:19.

Theme: Understanding the importance of the cross Text: Ex. 20:1-17; 1 Cor. 1:18-25; Jn. 2:13-22 The entire message of the Gospel revolves around one unique historical event: the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ on the Cross. Writing about this, the writer of Hebrews declares in 10:14, that ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Gaius - A Commendable Christian” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 22, 2012

Gaius was a believer who is commended by the Apostle John for two things that all believers should seek to have be true of them.

In the book of Third John, we read a tale of three Christians - Gaius, who John commended; Diotrephes, who John saw as cantankerous; and Demetrius, who John cited as being consistent in His walk with Christ. John identifies himself here as “the elder,” which is a term that is used interchangeably ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Hallow The Name Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 12, 2017

As part of our 10 commandment series, Pastor John teaches on how to live your life to honor God's name.

Hallow the Name CCCAG June 11th, 2017 Scripture- Exodus 20:7 As most of you know, when I was a child, I spent most of my summer vacations in Hayward with my grandparents. My grandfather was well known in the community- He was a Deputy Sheriff for many years He was a conservation warden He was a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"god So Loved The World...those O So Famous Words" Series

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Feb 26, 2019

read the passage in John 3... the sermon will be preached in the first person. Nicodemus will tell his story and give his testimony.

Title: those o so famous words… John 3: 1Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a member of the Jewish ruling council. 2He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know you are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the miraculous signs you are doing if God ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Encountering Jesus (5) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 11, 2019

In John 8, an adulterous woman encounters Jesus. Her story involves her accusers, her advocate, and her acquittal.

Encountering Jesus (5) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/1/2015 Over the last few weeks, we’ve discovered the stories of four changed lives! They include a scholar, a five-time divorcée, a couple of blind men, and a wee-little tax-collector from Jericho. Each of them ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Fellowshipping With The Father And The Son - Part 2

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Jul 16, 2020

John wanted to explain what true fellowship is all about and make known the requirements in order to have true fellowship.

Review Last time we learned that John was the pastor of the church in Ephesus. We also learned there were four factors that existed in the city of Ephesus during the time in which this letter was written that show John’s letter is especially relevant for our day. 1) The Christian faith had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christ, Have Mercy Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 18, 2023

We can be another John, or centurion, or Caiphas, or common soldier. It matters not. What really matters is our response.

Insights on Forgiveness Easter 2023 The shortest chapter in the Holy Bible is right smack in the middle, and right in the middle of the book of Psalms, the songbook of the Second Temple and of the Church. It is Psalm 117, Laudate Dominum, and can be recited in less than 30 seconds. Praise the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, John 8:10-11, Matthew 15:39

Denomination: Catholic

(4) God Will Provide Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 2, 2025

John 6 - Feeding 5000. Jesus reveals the Father as the compassionate, faithful, and abundant Provider who meets every need.

Introduction: Ice Cream A little boy was saying grace at the family dinner table. He prayed, “Dear God, thank You for the food. I would thank You even more if Mom put ice cream on it.” Then after a pause, he added, “And Lord, if You don’t get me ice cream right now, I promise I’ll still be ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:4, Psalm 23:1, Isaiah 55:2

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Rooted In Christ

Contributed by Patty Groot on Jul 14, 2025

Sermon based on John 15:1-11. This was a first sermon at a new church but could be used to encourage any time.

May I ask you something? What are you connected to right now? What gives your life meaning, direction, and strength when the days are long or the future feels uncertain? That’s not just a rhetorical question—it’s the very question Jesus answers in our passage today. Good morning. I greet you in the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Becomeing A Creature Of Habit 03 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 2, 2023

THIS MESSAGE LOOKS AT SOME OF THE NEGATIVE HABITS WE CAN DEVELOP IN THE CHURCH AS JOHN WRITES ABOUT DIOTREPHES AND HIS ACTIVITIES.

BECOMING A CREATURE OF HABIT 03 3 JOHN 1:9-11 (NIV) 9 I WROTE TO THE CHURCH, BUT DIOTREPHES, WHO LOVES TO BE FIRST, WILL HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH US. 10 SO IF I COME, I WILL CALL ATTENTION TO WHAT HE IS DOING, GOSSIPING MALICIOUSLY ABOUT US. NOT SATISFIED WITH THAT, HE REFUSES TO WELCOME THE ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Make Me Selfless, Simple, And Sincere PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023

This sermon explores living selflessly, simply, and sincerely for God, as exemplified by John the Baptist's humility and dedication in preparing the way for Jesus.

Hey, good folks! It's a joy to be with you today, sharing in the love and fellowship of our Lord Jesus Christ. We're going to be chatting about a few things that I reckon will really resonate with you - and hopefully, they're going to help us all grow a little bit closer to God and each other. You ...read more

Scripture: John 1:22-23

Topics: Remove Clutter, Invite Christ

Come And See PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024

Explores the transformative power of faith, using the Gospel of John to illustrate how skepticism can lead to discovery and growth in belief.

Ladies and gentlemen, brothers and sisters, it is a joyous occasion to gather in this sacred sanctuary today, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here to partake in a feast of faith, a banquet of belief, a communion of conviction. It is always a privilege to share the Word of God ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Topics: Skepticism, Faith

Come And See PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 9, 2024

Explores following Jesus faithfully, combating racism, and embracing the invitation to experience God's transformative power through the Gospel of John.

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we come together to share in the Word of God. How wonderful it is to be in the presence of fellow believers, united by our shared faith and love for our Lord Jesus Christ. As we prepare to delve into the profound truths of Scripture, let us ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Topics: Country, Racism

It's My Turn PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

This sermon will explore the healing power and compassion of Jesus as demonstrated in the story of the paralytic at the Pool of Bethesda in John 5:1-8.

Good morning, church family! Today we’re talking about John 5:1-8, a powerful Scripture where we see the mercy of Jesus and His power to heal in action. We'll specifically be touching on the miraculous healing of the paralytic and focusing on the significance of the Pool of Bethesda. It's a story ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-8

Topics: Jesus' Mercy