Sermons on John 11:55-12:11:

Let Your Hair Down! Series

Contributed by Quinton Williamson on May 26, 2003

To let people know that praise is necessary in order to bless God for blessing us.

SUBJECT: LET YOUR HAIR DOWN! SCRIPTURE: ST. JOHN: 12; 3 In this particular scripture we find where Jesus had one of his first after the resurrection of Lazarus. Jesus, before the Passover came to Bethany after hearing about Lazarus being dead. The Bible says that he came and raised Lazarus ...read more

Scripture: John 12:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Road To The Cross

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Mar 3, 2004

This "triumphal entry" was actually a road of sorrow He chose for himself. It too was an inspiring sight for those who can see it for what it was.

THE ROAD TO THE CROSS Palm Sunday) © 1997 by Mark Beaird Text: John 12:9-19 It was one of the most inspiring sights of World War II. Four chaplains were standing on the deck of the USS Dorchester, hand-in-hand, singing the old hymn ...read more

Scripture: John 12:9-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Death Intrudes Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jun 18, 2002

Like it or not, death intrudes on our lives all the time -- our friends die, our loved ones, and eventually death comes to claim our lives. Jesus says he is the resurrection -- that if we believe in him, even if we die, we will live. But do we really be

When Death Intrudes by Maynard Pittendreigh John 11:1-57 On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. Bethany was less than two miles from Jerusalem, and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their brother. When Martha heard ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-57

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Poor Will Always Be With You Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jul 3, 2002

Jesus tells us we will always have the poor with us -- but what are we supposed to DO with the poor?

Deuteronomy 15:4-11 There should be no poor among you, for in the land the LORD your God is giving you to possess as your inheritance, he will richly bless you, if only you fully obey the LORD your God and are careful to follow all these commands I am giving you today. For the LORD your God will ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11, Deuteronomy 15:4-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why This Waste?

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 9, 2001

Sermon on Mark 14 about service

Sermon for 7/22/2001 Mark 14:3-11 Introduction: A. The kind of love Jesus experienced from this woman would take anyone by surprise. B. Walk into a teenager’s room and everything is neat and clean. You just know that your child must have done something wrong and was trying to win your favor. Or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-11, John 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Extravagant Gesture

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 10, 2001

Extravagant gestures are an appropriate - even necessary - expression of love.

Do you know how much it cost? $15,000, that’s how much. And that’s just for the perfume! The bottle she broke was worth nearly that much on its own. I can’t see why Jesus was so upset with us for complaining about the waste. I mean, I saw his point later on, but how could we have known then? ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8, Matthew 26:6-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The "S" Word

Contributed by Peter Thelander on Oct 31, 2001

A look at examples of stewardship in the Gospel of John.

Introduction · So what is the “S” word? · Hint – it’s a topic that is frequently avoided in polite Christian circles. One that we don’t like to discuss. One that we should talk about more that we do. · Sin? Good guess. It comes close, but not quite. · Sex? We could hear more good teaching on this ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13, John 12:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Fading Glory

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 20, 2005

If your are going to withstand the pressure to conform to the world it is necessary to understand: 1. Who you are 2. Life 3. What is important

In 1964, Gene Smith published his book entitled When the Cheering Stopped: The Last Years of Woodrow Wilson. It is the story of President Wilson and the events which led up to and followed WWI. Wilson was an international hero at the end of the war, and both in the United States and abroad there ...read more

Scripture: John 12:9-16

Denomination: Methodist

Breakthrough And Breakout

Contributed by Ken Durham on Apr 14, 2005

The transformation of Peter by the power of the Holy Spirit

BREAKTHROUGH AND BREAKOUT ACTS 5: 12~ 42 1. The Transformation of Peter. The real breakthrough in this chapter is the complete transformation of Pete. We are probably all familiar with the legendary outspoken, put your foot in it Peter. 2. How did Peter become fearless in the face of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42, John 12:1-8

Giving As Worship Series

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 24, 2004

Martha’s worship language was service. Lazarus spoke the language of witness.Mary shows us how to speak the worship language of giving.

#3 in the series “Finding Your Worship Language” Giving As Worship John 12:1-8 For the last couple weeks I have been preaching about different ways of worshipping God. We looked at Martha as an example of Service as Worship. Lazarus was an example of Witness as Worship. Today we look at Mary as ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Sacrifice Of Love

Contributed by Dixon Olu. David on Feb 2, 2004

A call to Christians to render service to the Lord whenever they can, not waiting for a "better opportunity," nor seek men’s approval.

OUTLINE  Introduction  Supper at Bethany  Sacrifice of Mary  Slighting / Selfishness of Judas  Slave or Savior in Jesus  Support by Jesus  Setting for Jesus’ burial  Souvenir of Mary’s sacrifice  Savior’s call Introduction So ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8, Matthew 26:6-13

Denomination: Foursquare

Love Offerings

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 7, 2003

This a remarkable contrast to the widow’s two mites. But the purpose God is to show us all gifts given to him out of love are accepted in his site.

“LOVE OFFERINGS” By: Dr. Dennis Deese www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 12:1-8 This a remarkable contrast to the widow’s two mites. But the purpose God is to show us all gifts given to him out of love are accepted in his site. Mark 12:42-43 And there came a certain poor widow, and ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

God Knows Best

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 7, 2003

God’s faultless wisdom should be the daily guide of our lives.

“GOD KNOWS BEST” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 12:9-34 The Situation Comedy “Father knows best” aired October 3, 1954 - September 17, 1962 CBS & NBC - 203 Episodes The Anderson family: Jim, manager of the General Insurance Company; his wife Margaret; and ...read more

Scripture: John 12:9-34

Once You Really Know The Lord

Contributed by Elizabeth Mccaskill on Aug 12, 2003

Before we came to know the Lord we were worried, upset, distracted,out of fellowship with Him and just sit around and did nothing. But Once You really know the Lord...

: God is a good. And it is good to be in the presence of a loving and merciful God. I just want to thank Him for allowing us to come together once again and it is not for a sad occasion. For many time, many people only come together is at a funeral. Well church we are not here today to funeralize ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

The 'ifs' Of Life"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 25, 2003

"There are only two constants in the world: Christ and change." -Lyle Schaller

“THE ‘IFS’ OF LIFE By: Dr. Dennis Deese – www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 11:16-57 John Tomlin is remembered as the first victim of the Columbine massacre to be buried. The death of this bright and ambitious young man left immeasurable hurt in the heart of his parents, John ...read more

Scripture: John 11:16-57