Sermons on John 14:1-18:1:

It's All About Jesus

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Jan 11, 2019

Jesus as done all He needs to do for us and we are to receive it all by faith

The Holy Spirit has been teaching me a lot about how Jesus paid the price in full for us to enjoy life. He wants us to live in this realm as children of God and He sees us as he sees His Son Jesus Christ. God does not in any way condemn us His children because of what His Son has done. I believe ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, John 3:16, 1 John 4:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus' Practice Of Prayer Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 22, 2019

Your prayer methods don’t get answers, your heart passion does. Your rules don’t get answers, your heart attitude does.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. With Jesus in the school of prayer. First, learn the nature of prayer (what it is); second, learn prayer principles, the rule to guide you. Third, practice Jesus’ method of prayer. 2. Your prayer methods don’t get answers, your heart passion does. Your rules don’t get ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12, Matthew 6:6, Mark 1:35, John 17:20

Denomination: Baptist

Asking According To Jesus' Direction Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 22, 2019

Prayer acknowledges our limitations to help ourselves.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Prayer acknowledges our limitations to help ourselves. 2. Our many needs motivate us to pray. 3. We don’t need to be told to pray, Jesus directed us to proper prayer by His example and directions. 4. The Greek word used of Jesus’ prayer is proseuchomai (pros toward, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:2-3, John 16:24

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' High Priestly Prayers The Night Before The Cross Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 22, 2019

b. Gethsemane, Jesus prays out of suffering and agony. Jesus prays out of suffering and agony. Gethsemane shows exhaustion and weakness as He surrenders to the Father’s will.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Two different prayers. a. John 17, Jesus prays out of His strength. b. Gethsemane, Jesus prays out of suffering and agony. 2. John 17 has a triumphant theme; Gethsemane shows exhaustion and weakness as He surrenders to the Father’s will. 3. First prayer not in Upper Room ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-22, Luke 22:44, Matthew 26:42

Denomination: Baptist

What Judas Missed-9

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 22, 2019

9 of ? Judas missed the entirety of that which took place from the time of his leaving the Lord’s supper(13:30) until he arrived in the Garden of Gethsemane, with those who would arrest Jesus(18:3)! Judas Missed...

WHAT JUDAS MISSED-IX—John 13:31–14:11(John 13:18--17:26) OR--‘WHILE YOU WERE OUT/AWAY’ Attention: Mrs. Bernice was an Atlanta Braves FAN bar none! She knew the players, where they were from, what they had done, their averages, their skill-sets, years playing, their relative worth to the team, who ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1

Denomination: Baptist

Made For Connection Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 25, 2019

In this message we will talk about the two connections that everyone one of us were made for... connecting to God and connecting to one another.

Made For Connection The Chase – week two Video bumper Wow! Powerful video, right? I MEAN - I can so relate… running from God. Looking for life in other places… afraid of what is going to happen when God eventually catches up to me… AND THEN – the shock, of finding out (and I am in many ways ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5, John 17:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Do You Want To Be Remembered?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 26, 2019

Now let me ask you: “How do you want to be remembered?” What do you hope people will say about you after you are gone? How will people who knew you best summarize your 60 or 70 or 80 years of living?

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, John 14:3 ILL. It was January, 2003, & the Ohio State Buckeyes were playing the #1 ranked Miami Hurricanes for the NCAA National College football ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, John 14:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Whoville, I Am God's Friend Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 2, 2019

Jesus told his followers that they were his friends, but what does that mean for us today?

Whoville I am God’s Friend Over the past few weeks we’ve talked about Whoville in relation to Dr. Suess' classic Horton Hears a Who, but the reality is, that when most people hear the term “Whoville” that isn’t the book they think of. Instead, they think of Little Cindy Lou Who and her family ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Christians Only Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 4, 2019

The goal to be simple, New Testament Christians and to strive to be like the New Testament church is something that will lead to Christian unity and pleases God.

Introduction: A. I like the story told of the man who was shipwrecked on a beautiful, deserted South Pacific island. 1. Five years later, he was discovered by a passing naval ship. 2. Upon their arrival at the shore the rescue party was met by the shipwreck survivor. 3. He said, “I'm so glad ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3-6, John 17:20-21, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Religions, Aren't They All The Same Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 6, 2019

In this message we will attempt to help answer the question whether or not all religions are the same.

Religions: Aren’t They All The Same Ephesians 2:11-21 I’d like to ask you a few questions as we begin our time together today… They are real easy questions to answer. OKAY – here we go. • Is every soft drink the same? • Is every french fry the same? • Is all music the same? • Is all fried ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, 1 Peter 3:15, Ephesians 2:11-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Abraham - Intimacy Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019

God will hear your prayer when you encounter Him.

All Scripture quoted in this lesson is from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. INTRODUCTION: WHEN GOD TALKED TO ABRAHAM – GEN. 18:22-33 1. Every time God appeared to Abraham was a test of his faith. Because he successfully followed God, Abraham is called the father of faith. But also ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:22-33, John 15:16, Mark 11:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Shed The Victim Mentality

Contributed by Dennis King on Feb 8, 2019

Shedding victim mentality can bring inner peace. God wants us to live in peace.

Believe it or not, “Victim Mentality” can be an inherited, instilled or self-learned personality trait. People frequently perceive themselves as victims from the negative actions of others in the past, present, or even their fear of the future. This “scapegoat” or “I'm the injured party” ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33, John 14:27

Denomination: Baptist

Just Like Us (Part One) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Feb 11, 2019

Have you ever made a mistake? You may be thinking, 'is this a trick question'. Knowing the answer is a resounding, 'yes', why is it so hard to admit that we make them? Everyone makes mistakes, even those in the bible. They were just like us.

JUST LIKE US (part one) Have you ever made a mistake? You may be thinking, 'is this a trick question'. Knowing the answer is a resounding, 'yes', often times it's hard to admit when we've made a mistake. Remember the show, 'Happy Days'? There was an episode where ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:8-15, James 5:16-18, John 14:12, Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

All The Way Part 2 Series

Contributed by Nelson Briggs on Feb 11, 2019

God loves us, and created us to be in relationship with Him. And He provided a way for ultimate victory over our enemy the devil through the person and work of Jesus Christ.

Introduction: In today’s message we are continuing to take a look at the fullness of God’s amazing love for us. He created us to be in relationship with Him. And He has great plans for you, me, and all of us. Even that we, as the people of God, those of us who have turned to Him and put our faith ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1, Genesis 3:15, Colossians 2:13-15, John 17:22-24, Isaiah 40:8, Romans 3:12, John 3:16, Romans 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Life Principles From 7 Great Scriptures Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

Jesus said, "And where I go you know, and the way you know.”

“Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me” (v. 1). 1. Jesus is concerned about your mental troubles, because unbelief is their source. 2. The primary source of our trouble is our heart, it is our personality, i.e., ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist