Sermons on John 14:17-20:

How Good Is Good Enough?

Contributed by Matthew Oliver on Jan 7, 2002

If we define goodness in human terms we will always fall short of Christ’s example. God calls us to give our concerns over to him in faith and trust.

Sermon for the Feast of Pentecost 3 June 2001 Preached at St John the Evangelist, Cold Lake Acts 2:1-21 Romans 8:14-17 John 14:8-27 Psalm 104:24-35 How Good is Good Enough? What a wonderful day to raise our voices in praise of the Most High God on the Day of Pentecost. It is this day that we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21, John 14:8-27

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Who Is The Holy Spirit?

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Though our knowledge of the Holy Spirit is limited, we know enough from Scripture to clear up many misconceptions about Him.

Thesis: Though our knowledge of the Holy Spirit is limited, we know enough from Scripture to clear up many misconceptions about Him. Intro.: 1. There is a general uneasiness and hesitancy in many Churches of Christ in talking about the Holy Spirit. a. Because of the Pentecostal/Charismatic ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-17

The Holy Spirit: God’s Presence In Us Every Day Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 4, 2024

Many of us might feel that the Holy Spirit is the least understood person of the Trinity. We know about God the Father and God the Son, but God the Holy Spirit can seem mysterious. Yet, the Holy Spirit is vital to our daily walk with God. He is our Advocate, Comforter, and Guide.

The Holy Spirit: God’s Presence in Us Every Day Theme: The Holy Spirit is God Himself, living in and empowering believers to experience and reflect His presence daily. Key Verse: John 14:16-17 – “And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate, who will never leave you. He is the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-17, Acts 1:8, Galatians 5:22-23, Genesis 1:2, Acts 5:3-4, John 16:13, Romans 8:26, John 3:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Mystery Of The Trinity: One God In Three Persons Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 4, 2024

The word “Trinity” isn’t found in Scripture, yet the concept of the Trinity is woven throughout the Bible. God reveals Himself as one being in three persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

The Mystery of the Trinity: One God in Three Persons Theme: The Trinity is one of the most profound truths about God—one God revealed in three distinct Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Key Verse: Matthew 28:19 – “Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptising them in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19, Deuteronomy 6:4, Genesis 1:1, John 1:1-3, John 14:16-17, Ephesians 1:3-14, 1 John 4:7-8, Acts 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Spirit Of Truth -- The Divine Lawyer On Our Behalf

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 16, 2024

The Spirit of Truth is the Lawyer God has appointed on our behalf representing His State -- the Kingdom of God.

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced our lives into isolation. However, one blessing this isolation has brought me is having some spare time. Last week, I used some of this extra time to open a medium-sized box that had not been opened for many years. The box contains some of my personal belongings ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22, John 14:15-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Things To Remember Series

Contributed by John Ruland on Dec 28, 2024

Things to Remember that are important in life

Remember we must separate earthly things from spiritual things No matter what you ask from GOD. GOD will never take our freewill to choose away from us. Some things you ask for will take away our free will to choose, GOD will never take away our free will to choose. It all comes down to throughout ...read more

Scripture: John 14:17, John 14:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Victorious Living One Or Is It Won? Victory! Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jan 4, 2025

How do we live victoriously in the coming year? Read on find out.

The date today is the 5th. The Romans utilised what we now use as a letter for the number five, it is? (V). Just as a matter of interest and I’ve never started a sermon this way, here we go. The sermon is brought to you today by the letter V. The reason being that I want you all to leave here ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-12, John 3:1, John 8:12, John 14:15-17, John 1:7, Galatians 5:17, Hebrews 4:12, Philippians 2:6-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

They Saw God! Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 3, 2001

No one has seen God, or have they? Jesus said, "If you have seen me, you have seen the Father." Think of it! Where can you and I see God today?

Do you like family pictures? When Jennifer was born we took thousands of pictures of her. She would smile and we’d snap another picture. I remember getting a roll of film developed one time and seeing about 36 pictures, (actually 72 with double prints), of almost exactly the same expression and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:7-21, John 14:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Piece Of God's Presence Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 3, 2001

God left some of himself in the very words of John’s gospel. Looking closely we see Him there, loving us, calling us, filling us, and blessing us.

Have you ever been on a spiral staircase? When we lived in Lancaster we would often visit Prospect Mountain where there was a stone tower about 45-50 feet high. You could go in a door at the bottom of the tower and climb up a spiral stair to the top and look out on a panoramic view of the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:7-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Divine Spirit Of Truth

Contributed by Normand Cote on May 11, 2001

One of the offices of the Holy Spirit is to guide us into all truth. What is truth? How do we discern it? What are the benefits of this truth?

The Divine Spirit of Truth Introduction: What is another work of the Holy spirit? To guide us into all truth, that we may be sanctified. How can we tell what is truth? Illustration: Charles Spurgeon once told of sitting in a nice restaurant. As he ate he kept noticing a rather angry looking ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13, John 14:16-17

Denomination: Adventist

Spirit Of Support

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on May 29, 2001

Year C "The Day of Pentecost" June 3rd, 2001 John 14:8-17, 25-27

Heavenly Father thank you for your Holy Spirit that empowers us with courage and inspiration to be witnesses to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Amen. Title: “Spirit of Support” Chapter fourteen begins Jesus’ long “farewell” discourse found only in John, spanning chapters 14-17. Jesus begins by assuring ...read more

Scripture: John 14:8-27

Denomination: Lutheran

True Happiness

Contributed by Daryl Grimes on Jun 1, 2001

There are 3 elements of happiness that the experts say we need to have. Believe it or not they correlate with Scripture!

True Happiness John 14:1-21 Psychologists say that people need three things to make them happy. First of all they need something to do. Secondly they need something to love. Finally they need something to look forward to. I think Scripture agrees with this. However, to be truly happy and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Paraclete Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jun 2, 2001

A motivational message geared to inspire Christians to continue allowing the Holy Spirit to fill their lives with God’s power and authority.

MOST OF US WHO HAVE COMPUTERS KNOW THAT ON THE SCREEN OF OUR MONITOR IS AN ICON, OR A PICTURE, THAT IS ENTITLED: "MY COMPUTER." IF YOU "CLICK-ON" THIS ICON IT WILL SOON OPEN A FILE THAT REVEALS THE CONTENTS OF EVERYTHING YOU HAVE SAVED ON YOUR COMPUTER. THE SAME IS TRUE FOR US AS GOD’S ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-17

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Coming Of The Spirit And Peace With God Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Sep 12, 2024

Before Jesus' betrayal by Judas, He instructed the disciples, and explained that the Holy Spirit would be given, and that would bring peace with the Father.

The Coming of the Spirit Text: John 14:16-31 So if you remember from last time, Jesus has told His disciples that He was going away. He was going to go away and prepare a place for them, and that He would return later and they would all be together again… He also told them that while He was away, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Power Of Divine Fellowship: Living In The Grace, Love, And Presence Of God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 21, 2024

The essence of our Christian faith and the heart of our relationship with God is to live in fellowship with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

The Power of Divine Fellowship: Living in the Grace, Love, and Presence of God Introduction: As we gather together today, I want to draw our attention to a single, powerful verse that concludes the letter of 2 Corinthians. This verse, though brief, captures the essence of our Christian faith and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:14, Romans 5:8, John 14:16-17, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 10:9, Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 John 3:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal