Sermons on John 1:5:

The Incarnation Of The Word

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 6, 2022

This is a message given to the staff of an inner-city mission in Toronto, Ontario during Advent 2022.

The Incarnation of the Word I love the accounts of the nativity, the birth of Christ that we find in the gospels. I love the story, I love lingering with the story, I love its innocence, its directness and its simple beauty. I also love it because I love understatement. Before going to seminary ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14, Philippians 2:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who, Not What, Is The Word

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Sep 18, 2023

This sermon provides a foundation for understanding a triuine God. Word, upper case, is used for God, Jesus, & Holy Spirit as one.

Mormons are a religious and cultural group related to Mormonism, the principal branch of the Latter Day Saint movement started by Joseph Smith in upstate New York during the 1820s. After Smith's death in 1844, the movement split into several groups following different leaders; the majority ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, 1 John 5:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Light Is The Way Series

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on Oct 20, 2023

The Word spoken reveals the truth. When we know His Voice, we will follow no other. We are anointed to speak and reveal the good news of Jesus Christ. The truth Word and light.

One day Mr Sun was talking to Tommy and told Tommy that he had never ever seen darkness. Tommy said, “I can show you darkness, I know exactly where to find where it is very dark, come with me”. So, Tommy led Mr. Sun down a dark alley. When they got there, it was very light. “Oh my, it has always ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-5, Luke 4:16-24, John 1:1-9

The Redeeming Word

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Oct 28, 2023

The Word of God is living & powerful, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul & spirit, joints & marrow, & is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.

I was watching TV the other night when a commercial came on. The narrator said these words, "We all know words have power." That got my attention. I heard that and I couldn't help wonder to myself, "Do we really?" Do we really know how powerful our words can be? Do we know ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-16, John 1:1-5, Genesis 1:27-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On The Torch Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 16, 2023

A torch, in modern-day technology, is defined as a portable, battery-powered electric lamp.

George Bernard Shaw, an Irish playwright and critic once remarked: “Life is no brief candle to me. It is a sort of splendid torch which I am permitted to hold for the moment, and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations.” John 8:12 reminds us: Again ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:18, Matthew 5:14-16, John 1:4-5, 2 Corinthians 4:6

In The Rearview Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Nov 24, 2023

Every story is a mixture of God’s pursuit of people, His ultimate goal of restoration, employing people to accomplish that goal, and humanities resistance nearly every step of the way.

November 25, 2023 This is the final sermon in our Bible Stories series. It is a journey that has taken 18 months. The very first story sets the theme for every other story. God created a perfect environment, free from sickness, death, conflict, war, divorce, murder, hatred ---- need I go ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Genesis 3:6-13, John 1:1-18

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The S Of Christmas - The Savior Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 27, 2023

We celebrate the S of Christmas - The Savior. A Savior that is Sinless, All Powerful and Victorious

Scripture: Luke 2:1-21; Isaiah 9:2-7 Theme: The S of Christmas – The Savior This is the final sermon of a series of Sermon called the S of Christmas - The Star, the Shepherd, the Stable and now the Savior. The Savior that is Sinless. The Savior that is Almighty. The Savior that is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-21, Isaiah 9:2-7, John 1:1-5, Colossians 1:16, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Matthew 28:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Advent Week 1: Hope - "hope In The Coming Light" Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 28, 2023

In this season of Advent, our hearts resonate with the theme of hope. As we commence this journey, and delve into the profound hope found in the coming light of Christ.

Advent Week 1: Hope - "Hope in the Coming Light" Dear friends, in this season of Advent, our hearts resonate with the theme of hope. As we commence this journey, and delve into the profound hope found in the coming light of Christ. We begin by: Acknowledging the Darkness: There is a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:5, Psalm 27:1, Malachi 4:2, Romans 15:13, Matthew 5:14-16, Psalm 23:4, Hebrews 6:19, 1 Peter 3:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"the Road To Redemption"

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 5, 2022

John gives us God's view of salvation coming into the world. We get a picture of an awesome journey Jesus took to bring redemption to the world. The journey that John describes in our text is the most amazing journey ever taken. I call it, the road to redemption!

Subject: "The Road to Redemption" Text: John 1:1-14 Joh 1:1-14 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 The same was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. 4 In him was life; ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14, Isaiah 57:15, Luke 19:10

Denomination: Methodist

In The Beginning - Word Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 18, 2022

This sermon explores the first 18 verses of John and how John uses specific words to clarify who Jesus was and is, in order that everyone would seek to exalt Him and His name.

Sermon Date 02-13-2011 In The Beginning Word (Chuck Gohn) The book of John, chapter 1. We are going to be looking at the first 18 verses. As we look at these 18 verses, what we want to be reminded of is the first 18 verses are known as the prologue to the gospel of John. A prologue is ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, Genesis 1:1, Psalm 33:6

Denomination: Christian Church

Are Jehovah Witnesses Christian? Series

Contributed by Dennis King on May 17, 2023

Every Jehovah’s Witnesses will tell you that they are Christians. But really, are they?

Every Jehovah’s Witnesses will tell you that they are Christians. But really, are they? In this lesson, we will explore the differences between Christianity and the beliefs of the Jehovah’s Witnesses. Hopefully, you'll see the very important and distinct disparities. By the conclusion of this ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, Romans 5:1, John 8:58

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Jesus Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 25, 2023

Appreciate all that Jesus is: He is Lord—Worship Him; He is Light—Welcome Him; and He is Love—Trust Him with your life.

Elvis Presley used to eat at Lil Thompson’s Steakhouse in Tennessee quite often. He was good friends with the owner who used to give him free food before he was famous. One night when Elvis was at the height of his fame, the Steakhouse held the ultimate Elvis Presley impersonator contest. A large ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Trinity Sunday - The Mystery Of The Trinity Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 30, 2023

The concept of the Trinity is a profound mystery that theologians have grappled with for centuries. While we may not fully understand it, we must believe by faith what God has revealed to us because His word is truth.

TRINITY SUNDAY Today on Trinity Sunday, we gather to celebrate the Holy Trinity of God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The concept of the Trinity is a profound mystery that theologians have grappled with for centuries. While we may not fully understand it, we must believe by faith what God has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:16-17, Genesis 1:1-3, Genesis 1:26-27, John 1:1-5, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Hebrews 11:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Salvation Revealed Series

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on Jun 22, 2023

Before anything existed there was God. Jesus Christ, the focus point. In time revealed to the world. God removed the veil to reveal His great plan for Mankind

God is the Alpha and the Omega. He is the beginning and the end. In other words, God is eternity. Before anything existed, there was God. After all is over there will be God. John 1:1-5 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was in the beginning with ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, Revelation 22:13, Psalm 90:2, Hebrews 11:3, 1 Peter 1:19-21, Ephesians 1:9-10, Matthew 11:11-15  (view more)  (view less)

Did God Create The Heavens And Earth In One Day?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 23, 2023

We live in a world that believes up is down, one + one = three, girls can be boys, and boys can be girls.

Science is defined as the field of observing the Universe comprised of energy, time, matter, and space and how each of these natural phenomena acts and reacts. Sadly, immutable science and biology have been replaced by ideologic social and psychological belief systems comprised of metaphysical ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, Genesis 1:31, Isaiah 42:5, Isaiah 40:22, Hebrews 11:3, John 18:36, Ephesians 6:12-13, Colossians 1:16-17, John 1:1-5, Psalm 102:25-27, Genesis 1:26-27, Romans 1:20, Romans 8:9, Revelation 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational