Sermons on John 14:27-16:23:

Abiding In The Vine

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 30, 2003

To prove that Christians must abide in Christ to have life eternal.

Abiding In the Vine Text: John 15.1-7 Thesis: To prove that Christians must abide in Christ to have life eternal. Introduction: 1. The vine symbol was one with which the disciples would be familiar. a. It was a common figure from the Old Testament (e.g., Ps. 80.8-14; Isa. 5.1-7; Jer. 2.21; Ezek. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-7, John 15:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Kind Of Branch Are You?

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003

Jesus told His disciples the secret to being a fruitful follower.

What Kind of Branch Are You? May 25, 2003 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A It’s getting warmer and people are getting their gardens ready! a Corn, tomatoes, beans, flowers....... b Winery in Red Bud has their rows all staked out and ready for ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Comfort For Troubled Hearts

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 7, 2003

There has never been any more powerful statements of comfort given in history than the words in this passage.

“COMFORT FOR TROUBLED HEARTS” Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 14:1-31 There has never been any more powerful statements of comfort given in history than the words we have just read in this passage. One of the reasons being is that they are eternal truths. They will ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-31

How To Be A Fruitful Christian

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 7, 2003

If we are going to be productive and fruitful Christians, then we need to live by the same principles that Jesus taught his disciples.

“HOW TO BE A FRUITFUL CHRISTIAN” Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 15:1-14 “For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23) Before salvation, we fail short of glorifying God; now however, we are enabled to and should live for the purpose of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-14

Our Relationship With God

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 7, 2003

There has never been a greater discourse on the subject of friendship than this one in John 15 because it speaks of a new intimacy and intimacy with God.

“OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD” Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 15:9-17 There has never been a greater discourse on the subject of friendship than this one in John 15 because it speaks of a new intimacy and intimacy with God. Pr 17:17 A friend loveth at all times, and a ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

The Sweet Taste Of Love Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 8, 2002

What is the defining mark of your life? For those connected to Jesus, the true vine, the fruit of our lives should have THE SWEET TASTE OF LOVE!

Think with me for just a moment. If you were given only ONE WORD to describe Jesus, what would that word be? What single word best describes His heart for people, His personality as He interacted with His disciples and others He came into contact with? What word best describes how Christ has ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17, John 15:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"The Right Connection"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 12, 2002

When Christians remain in fellowship with Christ, we produce the fruit of the vine.

John 15:1-8 Galatians 5:16-26 “The Right Connection” By Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Shortly after I was saved, I was hanging out with my teenage friends, and a group of them were being really mean and bullying to a kid who happened to have a ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8, Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: United Methodist

"The Right Connection (Revised)"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 12, 2002

What it means to remain in Christ.

John 15:1-8 Galatians 5:16-26 “The Right Connection” By:Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Shortly after I was saved, I was hanging out with my teenage friends, and a group of them were being really mean and bullying to a kid who happened to have a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26, John 15:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Conditions To Answered Prayer

Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Nov 15, 2002

Can we have whatever we ask for in prayer? In the gospel of John and in his first letter, 6 times we are told we can have whatever we ask for.

Introduction: Can we have whatever we ask for in prayer? In the gospel of John and in his first letter, 6 times we are told we can have whatever we ask for. Let us look at 6 conditions or 6 factors necessary for our petitions to be granted: I The Glory Factor (John 14:12-13) i) Jesus was ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12-13, John 15:7

Denomination: Charismatic

Jesus Is The Vine -- We Are The Branches

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 19, 2002

2nd Sunday of End Time(WWIID #2) - Knowing that Jesus is the Vine and we are the branches means knowing that we are dead without Jesus but with Jesus we are alive in Jesus’ love.

JESUS IS THE VINE - WE ARE THE BRANCHES John 15:5-12 - November 10, 2002 JOHN 15:5-12 5"I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. 6If anyone does not remain in me, he is like a branch that is thrown ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Salvation Motivations

Contributed by Russell Rhodes on Nov 22, 2002

This sermon outline has a description of the Holy Spirit and the things He does to motivate people to salvation

Salvation Motivations John 16:7-11 I. The Motivator is the Comforter, The Holy Ghost or Spirit. A. We will look at the Characteristics of the Holy Ghost. 1. He is eternal. Hebrews 9:13-14 “For if the blood of bulls and goats and the ashes of a heifer, sprinkling the unclean, ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Love - Building Healthy Relationships” Series

Contributed by Ross Mitchell on Nov 22, 2002

First Fruit of the Spirit

Series on the Fruit of the Spirit (The Fruit That is Never Out of Season) “Love - Building Healthy Relationships” Introduction A. Turn to John 15. B. Example - I was about five or six years old and was walking through a huge store with my father holding his hand. Letting go of his hand for just a ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-10, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming A Fruitful Disciple

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Nov 29, 2002

Remaining in Christ means total dependence on Him for life and for fruitfulness

The Art of Giving: The Fruitful Disciple John 15: 1-8; Nov. 23/24, 2002 Intro: How many of you know what you are supposed to do when you get lost in the woods? (answer: remain where you are until somebody comes and finds you). Have any of you ever tried to do that? Can you imagine how ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

What Can I Give You?

Contributed by Sol Madlambayan on Dec 2, 2002

Our God gave everything including His precious Son our Lord Jesus Christ. In return what can we give You?

HOLY SPIRIT BLESS US October 6, 2002 John 15: 12-14 “This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. “Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends. You are My friends if you do whatever I command you.” WHAT CAN I GIVE YOU? Good morning my ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Art Of Giving

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Dec 3, 2002

Remaining in Christ (and being totally dependent on Him) is the key to becoming a fruitful disciple

The Art of Giving: The Fruitful Disciple John 15: 1-8; Nov. 23/24, 2002 Intro: How many of you know what you are supposed to do when you get lost in the woods? (answer: remain where you are until somebody comes and finds you). Have any of you ever tried to do that? Can you imagine how ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist