Sermons on John 1:9-13:

Have You Unwarpped His Gift?

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Dec 8, 2008

From the time God created heaven and earth He had a plan. His plan included a “Gift.” After the creation of humankind 4,250 years passed before the “Gift” was given.

‘Have Your Unwrapped His Gift?” John 1:1,14 From the time God created heaven and earth He had a plan. His plan included a “Gift.” After the creation of humankind 4,250 years passed before the “Gift” was given. The promise of the gift was stated in Genesis 3:15 after Adam and Eve yielded to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Free Methodist

Did Jesus Exist Before He Was Born? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 8, 2008

This message examines how Jesus existed before he was in Mary’s womb.

Traditionally, people have always enjoyed celebrating birthdays. Even as a nation we celebrate the birthdays of individuals who throughout history have made an impact on the United States. In January we will honor the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on His birthday. In February we will honor ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

John The Baptizer Points To The Light That Shines In Our Darkened World

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Dec 8, 2008

A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent, Series B

3rd Sunday in Advent, December 14, 2008 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we gather together today to worship you and lift our hearts in thanksgiving for your gift of grace, poured out for us ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Ready - Or Not? #3 Series

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Dec 10, 2008

A SERMON FOR THE THIRD SUNDAY IN ADVENT - Continuing with our preparations to welcome Jesus afresh at Christmas

John 1:6-8; 19-28 ‘Ready – or Not? #3’ I may share with many of you a love of pictures – of looking at, and perhaps making paintings, drawings and photographs. And while I admire, and have often tried to emulate, the composition, colour and depth achieved by the greatest artists (whoever we may ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"The Incarnation Is Not An Instant Breakfast Drink"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 10, 2008

Being the hands and feet of Christ.

John 1:1-15 “The Incarnation is Not an Instant Breakfast Drink” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace UMC, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org A word is far more than a mere sound. Words can actually do things. One poet tells how a certain man who had performed a heroic act found it ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-15

Denomination: United Methodist

Go Into The Light

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 11, 2008

As witnesses our concern should be leading troubled "souls" into the presence of the light of Christ.

John 1: 6 – 8; 19 – 28 / Go Into The Light Intro: A grandfather decided to share with his 4-year-old grandson the way he had found a Christmas tree during his youth. He took his grandson to the woods to select the perfect tree. They tramped all over; but the boy couldn’t find one that suited ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

We Must Believe To Receive The Light

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on May 21, 2008

We have to believe if we are goingto be.

Michael Josephson writes that character counts. “Let’s face it: It’s not easy to become a person of character. It takes a good heart, but it also requires wisdom to know right from wrong and the discipline to do right even when it’s costly, inconvenient, or difficult. Becoming a person of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Ten Gifts Of Jesus In The Gospel Of St John

Contributed by Tony Abram on Apr 21, 2008

In this sermon we outline 10 of the wonderful gifts Jesus gave to us, the Church. Many times we forget all the precious promises He gave us. May we be truly thankful for all He has done for us.

TEN GIFTS OF JESUS IN THE GOSPEL OF ST JOHN In this sermon we outline 10 of the wonderful gifts Jesus gave to us, the Church. Many times we forget all the precious promises He gave us. May we be truly thankful for all He has done for us. I.GRACE AND TRUTH John 1:17 For the law was given ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-17

Word, Light, Life Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 22, 2008

This is the first sermon in the John Series, and focuses on the words John used to describe Jesus as the word, light, and life.

John’s Gospel #1 Word, Light, Life CHCC: January 6, 2008 John 1 INTRODUCTION: I grew up living around my cousins in Ohio. Some of us even went to the same church together along with our parents and grand parents. It was especially fun at holiday time for the cousins to play together on ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Witness Of John

Contributed by Dean Rhine on May 5, 2008

An intro to the gospel of John

John 1 - Intro 2/18/04 This morning we start on a new adventure. We are going to begin a journey through the gospel of John. We are going to look at the life of Jesus, and begin an exploration to find out just what kind of man this Jesus was. And for our guide on this journey, we have the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is Only One Savior

Contributed by William D. Brown on May 9, 2008

I once ask an acquaintance of mine that was a Jehovah witness and didn’t believe that Jesus was God, I ask him who was the Savior and how many was there? He didn’t have any problem saying that Jesus was the only savior. And then I read this to him found

There IS ONLY ONE Savior: I once ask an acquaintance of mine that was a Jehovah witness and didn’t believe that Jesus was God, I ask him who was the Savior and how many was there? He didn’t have any problem saying that Jesus was the only savior. And then I read this to him found in ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Witnessing To The Skeptics

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 20, 2004

"The Communist was very sober. After reading a couple of other passages from God’s inspired Word, this young man was obviously very moved. His entire countenance had changed. He made a life-changing decision."

Illustration: From Bill Bright, founder of Campus Crusade for Christ. "One day some years ago, I was speaking on a large university campus. A young radical student confronted me. I later discovered he was the head of the Communist Party on this big campus. He demonstrated and railed at me ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas-- It's The Real Thing (Confessions Of A Christmas Lover)

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004

A sermon about sensing the hope of Christmas even amidst dark times.

Intro…I’d like to begin with a confession tonight; an introduction in the tradition of a 12 step meeting; and those who know something of such meetings can help me out with your response. “My name is Brad and I’m a Christmas lover.” I feel welcomed! And I do truly love Christmas. As I get ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Recognising Jesus

Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 27, 2008

Jesus was recognised when he was born, is he recognised today?

John 1:1-12; Luke 2:7; 2:21-35 Can you imagine Jesus being right here and people not recognising him??? … That’s what happened. Want to look tonight at two men, one recognised Jesus as the Messiah and the other didn’t 1. Innkeeper a) Was too busy with his business b) Knew someone else would have ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

What If God Were One Of Us?

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Dec 29, 2008

There was a song by Joan Osborne, "One of us", that came out a few years ago. Well, God has become one of us and that has made all the difference.

-Do you remember the song by Joan Osborne that came out in 1995 entitled “One of Us”? -It was actually something of a hit for her -The lyrics are really interesting -They go: If God had a name, what would it be And would you call it to his face If you were faced with him in all his glory What ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran