Sermons on John 13:18-38:

Good Friday. Looking At The Cross From 3 Disciples Perspective Series

Contributed by Louis Mare on Mar 31, 2024

So, I want to set the scene for you today. I would like you to put yourself in the shoes of the disciples. As we gather today to reflect on the profound mystery and deep significance of the Last Supper

We live in a world where everything is instant, where trends only last for a while. What was famous a month ago is not popular anymore. So what happens in easter is that we tend to say it does not trend anymore because we heard it so so so many times. We know Jesus was betrayed, we know Jesus was ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:8, Luke 22:33-34, Luke 22:61, John 21:15-17, John 14:1-6, John 14:7-11, John 13:23-24, John 19:26-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Serving Others Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 3, 2024

Jesus cleaned the feet of those who would run from him.

John 13 – Serving Others April 7, 2024 John 13:3-5 NIV Jesus knew that the Father had put all things under his power, and that he had come from God and was returning to God; 4 so he got up from the meal, took off his outer clothing, and wrapped a towel around his waist. 5 After that, he poured ...read more

Scripture: John 13:3-5, Matthew 6:1-4, John 13:34-35, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love One Another

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 3, 2024

We are expected to love everyone. We don't have to like them all.

Love Each Other March 28, 2024 John 13 31 - 35 Intro: Isak Dinesen wrote in his book, “Out of Africa” the story of a boy named Kitau who appeared on day at the author’s door seeking a job as a domestic servant. He was hired and after 3 months asked for a letter of recommendation so he ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Contrast Of Testimonies Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 3, 2024

Can you picture a contrast of testimonies in your mind? A situation where there was a believer with a good testimony and one with a bad testimony. John contrasts two church leaders and mentions their testimonies that are complete opposites.

Don’t you like the old western cowboy movies when you knew who the good guy was and who was the bad guy. You can pick them out easily in those old movies because the good guy wears the white hat, and the bad guy wears the black hat. This letter makes it obvious who the good guy is and who is the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Us Vs. Them: Believers V. Believers

Contributed by Dan Hulse on Apr 5, 2024

Good morning. Today we’re reflecting on the importance of unity among believers. As we look into the Word of God, let’s turn our hearts to James 4:1, which reminds us of the dangers of Christians engaging in conflict with one another. (READ JAMES 4:1)

Us vs. Them Believers v. Believers (Pastor Dan Hulse) James 4:1 Introduction: Good morning. Today we’re reflecting on the importance of unity among believers. As we look into the Word of God, let’s turn our hearts to James 4:1, which reminds us of the dangers of Christians engaging in ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-2, Ephesians 4:3, John 13:34-35

Love Casts Out All Fear

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 23, 2020

As believers abandon this world and seek after God's perfect love, they will find that they have nothing to fear. God's unconditional love grants us peace of heart and mind.

I BELIEVE THAT WE HAVE MANAGED TO REACH A SHAMEFUL MILESTONE IN THE UNITED STATES. WE HAVE BECOME “PHOBIA” CRAZY AND HAVE DECLARED “PHOBI-WARFARE” WHEN SOMEONE SAYS SOMETHING THAT APPARENTLY OFFENDS US! WHEN WE DECLARE SUCH “OFFENSE,” WE STAGE OUR OVER-DRAMATIC, THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE TO LET ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-18, John 14:27, John 13:34-35, James 4:7-8, 1 John 3:1, Philippians 3:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Now What?

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 13, 2020

A look at the post election results and what to do next.

Now What? November 15, 2020 Two weeks ago we talked about the upcoming election. The election is over. All along as I listened to the candidates from various parties and races, I was not sure who to believe. I’m not sure when it will end? Not every one of my candidates won, that’s probably true ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, John 17:22-23, Matthew 11:28, Mark 12:29-31

Denomination: Baptist

Loving One Another

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 15, 2020

Jesus makes it clear that our love for others is the cornerstone of displaying our love for God. In this message we look at what it meant when Jesus gave this new commandment to love one another.

Loving One Another John 13:34-35 *** Watch: https://youtu.be/Jpv3Ygkp4Zc In a quick review of New Testament, I found that the phrase, “one another” was used 100 times, and 60% of the time it was written as a command, and even more telling is that 47 of these were written instructions to followers ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Foursquare

The Call To Live Together In Unity Post Election

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 18, 2020

Nations are deeply divided over politics, the appropriate response to COVID-19, racial and ethnic justice, and many other issues. Not even the church is a safe place from the divisiveness. How do we live together in this “very good and pleasant” way that the psalmist celebrates?

Sermon: The Call To Live Together in Unity! Scripture Lesson: Psalm 133:1-3 “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! 2 It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron's beard: that went down to the skirts of his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3, John 8:31-32, John 13:35

Denomination: Methodist

Disciples Of Jesus Are Characterized By Love Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 23, 2020

If we are going to be effective disciples and disciple makers, then our lives and our relationships must be characterized by love. Jesus said that they will know we are His disciples because of our love.

A. Let me begin with a story from the Peanut’s cartoons - you know how much I enjoy the Peanuts! 1. It’s Christmas time and Lucy comes to Charlie Brown and says, “Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown! At this time of year I think we should put aside all our differences and try to be kind.” 2. Charlie ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-35, Matthew 22:37-40, 1 John 3:16, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, Acts 2:42-47  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Denial Of Peter

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Nov 27, 2020

Today we are going to look at a portion of the life of Peter, one of the disciples or followers of the Lord Jesus Christ. We will look at an event in his life that he would most surely include in his "hall of shame.”...

Most national sports leagues have a Hall of Fame where players with notable careers are inducted. There is even a Rock and Roll and Country Music Hall of Fame. However, most Christians have what is called a “Hall of Shame.” Inducted in the Christian’s Hall of Shame are those things you would ...read more

Scripture: John 13:36-38, Mark 14:29-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon "Judas’s Never Want To Help The Poor”

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Apr 13, 2022

The Scripture says basically That satin entered him, and Jesus Said Just Do it! Wow and then the text says the disciples thought Judas was concerned with the poor.

Sermon Lent Services Lake City UMC Date 04/13/2022 Sermon “Judas’s Never want to Help the Poor.” John 13:21-30 The Message 21 After he said these things, Jesus became visibly upset, and then he told them why. “One of you is going to betray me.” 22-25 The disciples looked around at one another, ...read more

Scripture: John 13:21-30

Denomination: United Methodist

Maundy Thursday Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Apr 14, 2022

Maundy Thursday reminds us of Jesus 'mandate' - his new commandment. Not just to love one another, but to love one another as he has loved us. It can be humiliating, demeaning and messy. But it brings blessing.

The Friday when Jesus was crucified is called Good Friday. On Good Friday we remember that Jesus offered himself as the final, complete sacrifice for our sins, freeing us from a slavery we could never have freed ourselves from. The day before Good Friday is called Maundy Thursday. That Thursday, ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34, John 13:14-15, John 13:17

Denomination: Baptist

Fifth Sunday Of Easter, Year C- "Sharon Loves You, Jesus Speaking. How May I Help You?"

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 28, 2022

William Blake poem: “I sought my soul, but my soul I could not see; I sought my God, but my God eluded me; I sought my neighbor, and I found all three.”

A woman once told of her experience as a Church secretary. When she answered the phone she’d say, “Jesus loves you, Sharon speaking. How may I help you?” But one day she got distracted because she was talking to others in the office. When the phone rang, she answered: “Sharon loves you, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-35

Denomination: Catholic

Reflecting The Light Of Love

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 30, 2022

The darkness in this world spreads, but the light of Christ shines. And it illumines us and radiates through us to the world.

I want to draw your attention again to the beginning of this passage, where it say, “When he had gone out…” (John 13:31). Who is John talking about here? Who is it that has just “gone out”? It’s Judas, isn’t it? If you rewind a few verses in this thirteenth chapter of John, you see that Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed