Sermons on John 1:1-3:17:

A Kingdom Of Pointers Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 17, 2002

What is the difference between a guilt-ridden person who is frantically trying to reform society and the serious Christian?

A Kingdom of Pointers (John 1:19-51) Question: What is the difference between a guilt-ridden person who is frantically trying to reform society and the serious Christian? I. John the Baptist Was a Sort-of Reformer, but Not Frantic…. 1. Day one: while Jesus, returned from the dessert, is ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-51

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus, The Social Messiah Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 17, 2002

Did Jesus live on earth as an illusive, anti-social recluse who hardly cracked a smile? Did He just tolerate people, or did He enjoy socializing?

Jesus, The Social Messiah (John 2:1-12) Questions: Did Jesus live on earth as an illusive, anti-social recluse who hardly cracked a smile? Did He just tolerate people, or did He enjoy socializing? We can find the answer to these questions in our text, as well as a few applications for our own ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Burns You Up? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 17, 2002

We have a choice: we can either learn from the real Jesus of Scripture, or the Jesus we’d prefer to believe in.

What Burns You Up? (John 2:13-22) Introduction 1. Imagine attending a church service in 50A.D.. The small congregation of Jewish believers has opened up the meeting for sharing, and one a man about 60 stands up to share…. 2. I came to believe in Yeshua last year, though I met him in the Temple ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Nicodemus And The New Birth Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 17, 2002

What kind of attitude do I need, what kind of attitude do you need if God is to operate freely within our lives?

Nicodemus and the New Birth (John 3:1-21) Question: What kind of attitude do I need, what kind of attitude do you need if God is to operate freely within our lives? TS------„³Let¡¦s make some observations about this issue as we look at the life of Nicodemus. I. The Story of Nicodemus 1. Came ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Running On Empty Series

Contributed by Chris Talton on May 20, 2002

By turning water into wine, Jesus was renewing the supply so the party could continue. In our lives, Jesus wants to change us so that our supply of joy can last forever.

May 19, 2002 John 2:1-11 “Running on empty” INTRODUCTION In every marriage ceremony, there is always at least one mistake. A young couple, very much in love, were getting married. Sue, the wife to be, was very nervous about the big occasion and so the pastor chose one verse that he ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Unity In Diversity

Contributed by William Baeta on May 20, 2002

“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life” John 3:16.

Theme: Unity in diversity Text: Exodus 34:4-9; 2 Cor. 13:11-13; John 3:16-18 There are three questions that are asked in every age and generation and that is where do I come from, who am I and where am I going? The answer to this question is very important as it gives a person an identity and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18, 2 Corinthians 13:11-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

One Unusual Message Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002

Part 1 of 5 of the series, Christmas Perspectives. It all began with the unusual message. An angel visited Mary and then an angel visited Joseph. This "unusual message" speaks to us today as well. A message that leads to a journey, and finally, the mom

ONE UNUSUAL MESSAGE Part 1 of the Christmas Perspectives Series READ AT BEGINNING OF SERVICE: John 1:1-5 (NIV) 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

One Perfect Plan Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002

Part 5 of 5 of the series, Christmas Perspectives. Finally, the Christmas Story from the most important perspective of all. From the perspective of the one who gave up the most to see it happen - God Himself. What does his perspective of the Christmas St

ONE PERFECT PLAN Part 5 of the Christmas Perspectives Series John 3:16; Philippians 2:6-7 A father and his son were taking a nature hike through the woods when they came upon some ants working furiously to clear a path. The ants were scurrying here and there trying desperately to provide a clear ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Philippians 2:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

What It Means To Be A Christian

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jun 4, 2002

"The Disciples were called Christians First at Antiioch."

What It Means to Be a Christian Acts 11:19-26 Verse 26c “The disciples were called Christians first at Antioch.” The US News reported on a poll taken in America. People across America were asked the question? “Are you a Christian?” 86% said, “Yes I am.” If you asked the same people what it ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Deity Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Jun 6, 2002

John clearly identifies Jesus as God.

"THE DEITY OF JESUS CHRIST" By: Dr. Dennis Deese JOHN 1:1-12 Who Do You Think Jesus Is? In a 1983 Gallup poll Americans were asked "who do you think Jesus is." 70% of those interviewed said Jesus was not just another man. 42% stated Jesus was God among men. 27% felt Jesus was only human but ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-12

The Marks Of True Greatness

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Jun 6, 2002

John was a spiritual Giant

"TRUE GREATNESS" By: Dr. Dennis Deese JOHN 1:19-34 There have been many who claimed to be great and the world has claimed many people to be great. But God’s claim of greatness is true greatness. ETS: John was a great man ESS: We need great men today (spiritual giants) Matthew 11:11 Verily I ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

God Will Provide A Lamb

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jun 12, 2002

The sacrificial love of the Father is pictured in Abraham.

As the chapter opens, Abraham is alone. It has been a very long time since God has last talked to him. Lately, he has wondered if God will ever speak to him again. On this day, though, God breaks His silence. He calls Abraham by name, and Abraham answers, “Here I am.” He is anxious to hear ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14, John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

What Did He Say? Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jun 18, 2002

Jesus is God.

WHAT DID HE SAY? John 1:1-2 S: Jesus as God Th: Christmas: It’s About Jesus Pr: JESUS IS GOD. ?: How? How do we know? KW: Qualities TS: We will find in our study of John 1:1-2 three qualities of Jesus that are communicated to us in the description as the Word. The ____ quality that is ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Why John 3:16

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 19, 2002

Why John 3:16 offers the Greatest of LOVE THE LOVE OF GOD

Why John 3:16 offers the Greatest of LOVE THE LOVE OF God God’s great love and sacrifice for mankind Evangelism is the call of the church of Jesus Christ/ A tool to use for this is the scripture of John 3:16 (read john 3:16) 1. God (thee h’os)2316 spoken of the only and true God - The ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Andrew Evangelism

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This sermon looks at the Disciple Andrew. This sermon illustrates three goups of people that we should bring to Jesus.

I. Introduction A. Who was Andrew? 1. The New Testament shows little interest in Andrew. 2. His name only occurs twelve times, and four of these times are in the list of the apostles. 3. In the New Testament, it seems that Andrew in simply living in Peter’s shadow. 4. His name originates from ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14, John 1:35-42

Denomination: Baptist