Sermons on John 14:27-16:23:

¿que Puede Hacer El Espíritu Santo En Tu Vida?

Contributed by Joshua Pinto on May 1, 2006

Aunque existen muchos volúmenes escritos acerca del trabajo del Espíritu Santo en las vidas del creyente, pero hoy deseo enfocar su atención a cuatro cosas que tu puedes esperar que el haga en tu vida.

¿Que Puede Hacer El Espíritu Santo En Tu Vida? Juan 16:1-15 “1Todo esto les he dicho para que no flaquee su fe. 2Los expulsarán de las sinagogas; y hasta viene el día en que cualquiera que los mate pensará que le está prestando un servicio a Dios. 3Actuarán de este modo porque no nos han conocido ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Be Attached: Proclaim And Do!"

Contributed by Tim Zingale on May 8, 2006

A sermon for the 5th Sunday of Easter

5th Sunday of Easter John 15:1-8 "Be Attached: Proclaim and Do!" 15:1* ¶ “I am the true vine, and my Father is the vine dresser. 2* Every branch of mine that bears no fruit, he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit. 3* You are already made ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

I'm Not A Vinedresser

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on May 11, 2006

A sermon for the 5th Sunday of Easter, series B

5th Sunday of Easter, May 14, 2006, "Series B" Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Nourishing God, wellspring of life, you give us everything we need to sustain our lives. But, we cannot live as you desire unless you give us ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Fruitful Lives

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 12, 2006

Realizing we must be attached to Christ Jesus and not He to us makes all the difference in the world concerning our fruitfulness.

John 15: 1 – 8 Fruitful Lives Intro: There are some shrubs in the flower beds in front of our house with purple leaves that are really pretty; but, they grow rapidly and can get huge. They were definitely hearty and productive. Last summer it seemed as though I had to trim those bushes almost ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Marriage / Wedding Sermon

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on May 13, 2006

A short but challenging wedding sermon.

It is an absolute joy to be able to celebrate today with you, and to pray for you in your future life together. [x and y] are now husband and wife; and you (friends and family) have agreed to do all you can to support and uphold them in their marriage now and in the years to come – always! I once ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-12

Denomination: Anglican

Bear Fruit

Contributed by Helen Allen on May 14, 2006

A well-kept vine will bear good fruit.

On the subject of pruning, Mark and I didn’t do much gardening at all last year. We mowed the lawn every so often, trimmed the front hedge back a couple of times, and had a lot of good intentions for deadheading the roses and other flowers and bushes. The problem was that the longer we left it the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Are You Jesus?

Contributed by Tim Zingale on May 15, 2006

A sermon for the 6th Sunday of Easter Jesus loving us Loving one another

6th Sunday of Easter John 15: 9-17 "Are You Jesus?" 9 ¶ As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you; abide in my love. 10 If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commandments and abide in his love. 11 These things I have spoken to you, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Part Five: Keep Christ The Core Distinctive Series

Contributed by Luskey Green on Oct 10, 2006

Understand the critical difference between a secular church and the church of the Christ.

Introduction To begin this morning, let us read a few passages of scripture. I would like you to look for a common thread of thought that connects these writings. Are you ready? John 8:31 So Jesus was saying to those Jews who had believed Him, “If you continue in My word, then you are truly ...read more

Scripture: John 15:4-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Words Of Power, Words Of Hope

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Oct 15, 2006

FCF: These words mean something. Responding to two deaths in our congregation this week, as well as the Amish tragedy - God’s word really makes a difference!

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid. 28 You heard me say to you, ‘I am going away, and I am coming to you.’ If you loved me, you would rejoice that I am going to the Father, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Strength Of Sacrifice Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 16, 2006

As we try to put ourselves into a position to be able to share the gospel with others, there are few things that will get their attention more than self-sacrifice.

A. Self-sacrifice. A word we are not too familiar with, right? 1. Certainly, we understand its meaning. It is not too hard to define, but it is hard to embrace and embody. Wouldn’t you agree? 2. And yet when we witness self-sacrifice, we are drawn to it. We are amazed by it. 3. Sacrifice ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Friend In Heaven

Contributed by Buddy Baird on Oct 17, 2006

We do have a friend that loves us and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

FRIEND IN HEAVEN TEXT: John 15.13, 14 INTRODUCTION: A. A famous singer has a song entitled, "Friends in low places." B. People seem to like to brag about this very fact. C. Yet at a Christian, we can brag about a fact that others cannot say. D. We can tell, we can sing about a friend in a ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13-14

Denomination: Church Of God

The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by John Braland on Oct 18, 2006

What is the Holy Spirit? What is it’s function and what do I need to know about it? Millions of peopel equate the Holy Spirit with the Force found in the Star Wars movies. Why is that? This message will eduate non-Christians and equip believers as to

How many of you are Star Wars fans? Josh is eight now and he loves the Star Wars movies. We have light sabers and lego fighters the Star Wars games on the Nintendo DS and all of the movies except episode #2 which Josh has been begging me to buy. Every night before bed we have an epic battle that ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Loving Community Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Oct 23, 2006

this is the 2nd in the series of the purpose driven Church entitled Loving community.

A loving community John 15:1.17 /Acts 4:32 Our Church statement is that we are a Church building community where everybody is somebody and Jesus Christ is Lord. That will only be a reality when reqal love is expressed to one another and others around us. When Brandon Moody visited his uncles ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Constant Gardener

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Oct 24, 2006

On of the great pictures of God that we find in scripture is that of a caring and meticulous gardener. He does to us whatever it takes to get us producing to our full potential, if we submit ourselves to his care.

Ever met someone who loves to garden. As soon as the season begins they are out churning the soil, carefully planting each seed, making sure the right plants are in the right places for optimum growth, there are so many things to think about if you are a gardener. It is an art and a good gardener ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Hardship Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Oct 27, 2006

Hardship comes to the best of Christians. The healing power leads to the stoning of Paul . Some people just won’t quit, positive or negative.

Hardship for The Kingdom Acts 14 Last week we looked at the beginning of the First missionary Journey. Barnabas and Saul head off and during their first stop in Crete there is a name change as Saul becomes Paul and his name goes first in the telling of the story indicating leadership. They ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-28

Denomination: Congregational