Sermons on John 15:5:

If Only

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Feb 3, 2003

We often live our lives thinking "If Only," and this attitude foils the contentment God wants us to live in daily.

If Only TCF Sermon January 12, 2003 As a rule, Man’s a fool When it’s hot, He wants it cool. And when it’s cool, He wants it hot, Always wanting What is not. Now isn’t that so true? When we have the hot summer weather here in Tulsa, we complain about how dreadfully hot it is. When it gets cold ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5, Philippians 4:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The 4 Stages Of "Fruit Bearing" In Christians

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 8, 2003

Fruit in the Christian life

THE FOUR STAGES OF FRUIT BEARING JOHN 15:1-8 I REMEMBER WHAT IT WAS LIKE WHEN I BECAME A POLICE OFFICER AND HOW PROUD I WAS OF THE FACT THAT I WAS FOLLOWING THROUGH WITH A DREAM I HAD SINCE CHILDHOOD. MY DADDY WAS A STATE TROOPER IN NEW ORLEANS WHEN I WAS ABOUT FOUR YEARS OLD AND I CAN REMEMBER ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Said

Contributed by Steven Pace on Feb 25, 2003

Jesus uses the term "I AM" 7 times in the book of John. The six prior to chapter 15 deal with bringing us to Him. Now that we are His John 15 deals with us and tell us to remain in the vine.

Jesus said "I AM" by Steven L Pace, First Baptist Church of Fieldon 3/22/2003 In the early morning, just as the sun begins to brighten the sky, a man moves silently through a vineyard. He has work to do, and he does it with determination and precision. He pauses to sharpen a pruning knife, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

4 Reasons To Stay In The Vine

Contributed by Jimmy Stewart on Feb 28, 2003

Jesus said he is the vine and we are the branches. By staying in the vine, we can reap the benefits Jesus has to offer.

4 Reasons To Stay in the Vine John 15: 1-8 Jesus had been talking to his disciples about effective relationships between God and man. As it is now, there was a lot of knowledge about God, even by the elect of the day, but there was little personal relationship with Him. So the Lord began to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Plugged In"

Contributed by Michael Walker on Mar 9, 2003

To make it plain…nothing works unless it’s plugged in. When something is unplugged, it doesn’t work. It doesn’t do what it is intended to do.

"Plugged In” - John 15:5 - "I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing" To make it plain…nothing works unless it’s plugged in. I know, I know what about batteries you swiftly say back??? They ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let Us Worship And Bow Down (Iv): In Joy

Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Dec 5, 2001

A message on worship - where the source of true fulfillment comes from, well beyond the outer form.

Let Us Worship And Bow Down (IV): In Joy Bible Reading: Psalm 100 John 15: 1-17 PREPARED BY KEN GEHRELS PASTOR CALVIN CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH NEPEAN, ONTARIO Let Us Worship And Bow Down (IV): In Joy p.1 I’d like to invite you to go back with me, for a moment, to the opening of our service this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5, John 15:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Bearing Fruit

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Jun 28, 2001

We are to be doers of the word and not hearers only. God has called us to bear fruit not just feed off the vine.

Bearing Much Fruit  The American church today has allowed mediocrity to creep in.  Everyday 10 churches go under in the United States  Everyday 7 new churches are started that’s a loss of 3 churches everyday.  In the last 10 years the church attendance has remained, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Needs The Church?

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jul 4, 2001

For anyone who wants to know God, the church is essential.

Let’s imagine it’s sometime this afternoon. You’re at home, working in the front yard, and you see a moving van stop a couple of houses down the street. Two men get out of the truck and start unloading furniture. Then you see a minivan pull up to the curb, and a family gets out. You want to be a ...read more

Scripture: John 15:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Withering?

Contributed by Darren Ethier on Jul 11, 2001

How would you describe your Christian life? Is it a life that is vibrant and exciting or a life that is tired and withering? If it is the latter, why? And if it is the former, be careful...

"ARE YOU WITHERING?" (have Hebrews 6:1-12 read at beginning of service) Read John 15:1-7 SHOW PLANT (needs to be planned ahead!!) How many of you have ever felt like this plant? You notice that it appears to still be alive but there are some branches that have no leaves. If there was a word that ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-7, Hebrews 6:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Vine And The Branches Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 3, 2001

The role of branches is to ebar fruit. The key to bearing fruit is to remain firmly attached to the vine, relying on the power of God to bring forth fruit.

What does it mean for you to be a Christian? Does it mean, perhaps, the comfort of knowing that your on God’s side? Does it mean being part of a wider community of people who are mutually dependent and supportive? Does it mean being part of a world-wide community of people who share a love for and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

The Challenge

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 20, 2001

St. Francis of Assisi once said”Preach the Gospel to all the world – and if necessary use words.”

St. Francis of Assisi once said ”Preach the Gospel to all the world – and if necessary use words.” The way we live is vital if we want to be effective for the Kingdom. Indeed we need to excel in all three of the relationships of John 15 if we want to be true servants of the Lord. These are ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-27

Denomination: Anglican

Abiding In Christ

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Aug 6, 2001

Our number one goal must be our relationship with Christ, staying with Him, obeying His commands and living in His love.

Intro: An older sister was sitting next to her younger brother in Church one Sunday morning unsuccessfully trying to keep him still and quiet. Finally she said, “I wish you would calm down.” “I can’t”, he said, “it’s just so boring.” With that his sister turned and said, “It’s supposed to be ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ's Style Of Counseling

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001

Christ’s Style of Counseling

Christ’s Style of Counseling John 15:1-7 Case Study - Recently, one of the students at our seminary asked me, "How should I counsel my Father who is about ready to take a second wife? He wants to have enough male children that he will be properly remembered and honored. My Mother is ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building Bigger Barns?

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 29, 2001

God wants us to enjoy life, but not without a relationship with Him. Beware of the danger of greed and placing one’s confidence in earthly possessions.

Jesus was teaching His disciples when He was interrupted by someone who wanted him to resolve a family dispute over inheritance. He was not really asking for advice. He wanted Jesus to stand on his side and "tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me." (v.13). He wanted Jesus to get the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21, John 15:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Bearing Fruit

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Fruit-bearing is different for each individual Christian.

Thesis: Fruit-bearing is different for each individual Christian. Intro.: 1. Begin with a conversation between a farmer & a fruit tree: FARMER: Good morning tree! How are you doing today? TREE: Just fine, farmer! My, isn't it a lovely morning? FARMER: Yes, it is. Except for one thing--where ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-8