Sermons on John Bergsma:

Are You A Prepper? A Sermon For The Second Sunday In Advent

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 30, 2025

How do we prepare ourselves for what is coming at the end of the world?

Are You a Prepper? A Sermon for the Second Sunday in Advent Matthew 3:1–12 NKJV In those days John the Baptist came preaching in the wilderness of Judea, and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!” For this is he who was spoken of by the prophet Isaiah, saying: “The voice of one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

If You Know (Iykyk)

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jun 21, 2025

So much of our modern communications are written in abbreviations. One of the key words of 1 John is "know". (also love, and believe). This message is built around the things John said we could (and should know. I'll use a Keynote presentation (Powerpoint) available upon request.

If You Know (IYKYK) 1 John 5:18-21 Intro. Today in social media (Facebook etc) and texting many use little abbreviations Do you know what these mean? LOL (Laughing out Loud) ROFL (Rolling on Floor Laughing) FYI (For Your Information) IMHO (In my Humble Opinion) SMH (Shaking my ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-5, 1 John 3:2, 1 John 3:14, 1 John 5:2, 1 John 5:13, 1 John 5:14-15, 1 John 5:18-20, Ephesians 2:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

A Baptist's Testimony

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jul 19, 2025

The Baptist I'm talking about here is John the Baptist. This is his testimony about who Jesus is and why we whole believe in Him.

A Baptist’s Testimony John 3:22-36 Intro. Jesus and the disciples were baptizing people along the Jordan river. - Many go there to be baptized - There is no saving power in the Jordan river. John, the Baptist was also baptizing in the same area A question came up about baptism and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36, John 1:1, John 3:36

Denomination: Baptist

The Undeniable Proof: Jesus Is God's One And Only Son Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Apr 3, 2025

John the Baptist struggled with his faith in Jesus as the final chapters of his life were closing. Do strong believers doubt? Does Jesus have an answer for our doubts? He answered John's doubts with undeniable proof that He is God's One and Only Son.

In Egypt’s “Valley of the Kings” the French Archeologist; Victor Larae discovered and excavated the tomb of Amenhotep II who was the Pharoah of the Exodus that experienced the plagues and was likely drown in the Red Sea with the rest of the Egyptian army. This tomb was found in when the corridor ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

Second Sunday Of Advent- Year A -- The Ax Lies At The Root Of The Trees

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 5, 2025

When the axe of Jesus Christ hits the tree of people's lives; heed the Advent voice to repent!

Men who cut down the beloved, 200-year-old iconic Sycamore tree in Northern England were sentenced to more than 4 years in prison. The tree was featured as the backdrop in movies like Robbin Hood because it sits in the gap between two grassy hills in the English countryside growing right next to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

Church Growth Spreads (Acts 8)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 20, 2025

Does persecution often create church growth?

Does the church often grow faster in times of persecution? Let’s look at Acts 8. Did the church in Jerusalem scatter due to severe harassment? Who was one of the principal persecutors? Saul was in full agreement with Stephen’s murder. At that time, the church in Jerusalem began to be subjected to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Be A Lost Sheep (Bible Study) – God’s Plan Part 1 Series

Contributed by Christi Campione on Sep 11, 2025

The importance of seeking God’s exact Plan for your life. Getting the details right is so incredibly important.

Download Sermon PDF for easy reading and printing: https://myprayernotebook4life.wordpress.com/sermon-pdfs/ Password: SermonCentral Last week, we studied who the lost sheep are, and went over a little of God’s Plan. Now that we know who they are, we’re going to look at the importance of seeking ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10, Romans 11:29, John 3:30, Matthew 14:3-4, Matthew 11:2-6, 2 Kings 5:20-27, Matthew 17:10-13, Romans 8:28, Philippians 2:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

All You Need Is Love (?)

Contributed by Don Hutto on Dec 6, 2000

John’s encouragement to love one another.

All You Need Is Love(?) 2 John 5,6 I. The Beatles told us in the late ’60s, "All You Need Is Love." But is that really all we need? II. The Beginning of the Commandment There are many beginnings in the Bible. A. Genesis 1:1 (The beginning of the world) B. John 1:1 (The beginning ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Fact Or Fiction Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 6, 2001

The significance of John’s call to repentance today

Swanton Novers 9-12-01 Fact or Fiction Mt. 3:1-12 On a cold Christmas Eve in 1818 Father Joseph Mohr (1792-1848) walked the three kilometres from his home -in the Austrian village of Oberndorf bei Salzburg - to visit his friend Franz Gruber (1787-1863) in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

The Introduction And Vision Of The Lord Jesus Christ

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jun 24, 2009

John’s introduction and magnificent vision of the Lord

Revelation Chapter One The Prologue I. The Revelation’s Introduction (v.1-3) A. The Revelation Designated (v.1) 1. Source: Given by God unto Jesus Christ (v.1a) 2. Purpose: To show unto His servants things which must shortly come to pass (v.1b) 3. Method of Delivery: Sent and signified by His ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Banished But Blessed

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

Why had God allowed such hardship to come into John’s life? Sermon explores John’s experience on Patmos and his revelation of Christ.

Banished But Blessed Revelation 1:1-20[1] 11-21-04 Intro To set the stage for our message this morning I want you to imagine with me for a moment how you would feel if you had just received an unjust sentence—You will be transported to the Alcatraz of Asia Minor—a desolate island about six miles ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20

Denomination: Charismatic

God Can… So You Can Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jun 22, 2023

A four-part series on Jonah. A good reminder that you can run… but you can’t hide from God! Teaching sheet at the end of the text.

“God Can… So You Can” Jonah 3:1-10 Pastor John Bright Jonah 3 “1 Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the second time, saying, 2 “Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and preach to it the message that I tell you.” 3 So Jonah arose and went to Nineveh, according to the word of the Lord. Now ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10, Jeremiah 29:11, 1 John 4:4

Denomination: Methodist

The Necessity For Godly Fathers-2(2023)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 29, 2023

2 of 3. The prophet Malachi linked the importance of godly fathers to a positive outcome for mankind’s existence. Godly fathers are vital to our existence. But What makes godly fathers so vital? 3 validations that godly fathers are vital for our very existence.

The NECESSITY For GODLY FATHERS-II—Malachi 4:5-6(:4-6) Attention/Need: Dad’s Surprise A mother & a daughter are shopping in the mall, when the mother eyes an expensive fur coat. The mother turns to her daughter & says, “This year, I think that I’m going to buy my own present. That way ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:6, Malachi 4:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Mark 1:1-8 What Would John The Baptist Say To You

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 5, 2002

This is a time of the year for cliches and spiritual sappy-talk. John the Baptist offers a fresh perspective.

Mark 1:1-8 WHAT WOULD JOHN THE BAPTIST SAY TO YOU? Sometimes, when you hear the same thing all the time, it starts to become less and less meaningful. For example, right now, at this time in the year, the newspaper, the TV, and the radio are all saying the same thing: “There is a special sale ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Help People Find Eternal Life As Jesus Did – John 4

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2002

It is easy to determine when something is aflame. It ignites other material. Any fire that does not spread will eventually go out. A church without evangelism is a contradiction in terms, just as a fire that does not burn is a contradiction.

How to Help People Find Eternal Life as Jesus Did – John 4:7-39 Statistics:George Barna reports some amazing facts. Most Americans, including profession Christians, believe that people are inherently good and that there primary purpose is to enjoy life as much as possible. a). 38% believe that ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-39, John 4:1-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational