Sermons on John 15:15-5:15:

A Special Birth Series

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Feb 3, 2004

The story of the birth of John the Baptist teaches us about faith and the message we have for the world.

A Special Birth Luke 1:5-25, 57-80 Introduction: God often used families that were unable to have children when he wanted to bring a special child into the world. In the Old Testament, we have the examples of Isaac, Samson and Samuel. In the New Testament we have John. 1. Summarizing the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church As Servant

Contributed by Jack Russell on Feb 8, 2004

James and John had to be taught to rethink the definition of success. Do we need the same lesson?

George W. Truett, a well-known pastor, was invited to dinner in the home of a very wealthy man in Texas. After the meal, the host led him to a place where they could get a good view of the surrounding area. Pointing to the oil wells punctuating the landscape, he boasted, “Twenty-five years ago I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Harvest ~ Are You Ready?

Contributed by Ken Durham on May 30, 2005

Jesus says the fields are ripe for harvest (John 4:35) – are you ready for His Harvest?

THE HARVEST - ARE YOU READY? John 4: 27 to 41 1.Introduction: Are you ready? Jesus says the fields are ripe for harvest (John 4:35) – are you ready for the Harvest? Especially when the signs are that the time is getting shorter to reap the harvest. As Matt Redman sings, “Time is so short, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-41

Focus And Generosity Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Aug 2, 2003

This sermon is an adaptation from John Maxwell’s book "The 21 Indespensible Qualities of a Leader."

Focus And Generosity Phil 3:10-14, Mat 20:25-28 May 19, 2003 I. I have been talking about the things that we need to develop to be the leaders that we should be in our families, in our profession, and in our service for God. II. Something that we have to develop as leaders is Focus. A. Tony ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14, Matthew 20:25-28

Denomination: Baptist

If God Owns It All, What Am I Doing With It? Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 7, 2003

Responsibility comes with the gifts God gives us. Adapted from a John C. Maxwell sermon.

Stewardship: The Missing Piece of Successful Living (3 of 4) "If God Owns It All, What Am I Doing With It?" January 19, 2003 FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker (Originally preached by Dr. John C. Maxwell) Introduction: A We continue our theme of Stewardship we’ve been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

Lord, Lift Us Up!

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Aug 20, 2003

As they enter the Temple through the gate known as “Beautiful”, Peter and John see something that is not very beautiful.

LORD – LIFT US UP Text: Acts 3:1 thru 8 We were told in Acts 2:43 that many signs and wonders were done by the apostles. Many of which were not written in the Bible. Some of those “signs and wonders” involved Peter and John. Here, we have record of one of them. Peter and John’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-2, Acts 3:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Security Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Aug 24, 2003

This sermon is an adaptation from a book by John Maxwell, "The Twenty-one Indispensible Qualities of a Leader."

Security Matthew 11:28-30; Psalm 103:11-12; John 3:17 August 11, 2003 I. We have talked about a lot of things dealing with leadership, and I know that some of you may be wondering when we are going to be through with this subject, and we are getting closer. A. But there are some more things ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, Psalm 103:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Self-Discipline Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Aug 31, 2003

This Sermon is an adaptation from the book "The Twenty-one Indispensable Qualities of a Leader" by John Maxwell.

Self- Discipline Matthew 28:19-20; Mark 16:15; Luke 24:47-48; Acts 1:8; 2 Timothy 1:6-7; 1 Thessalonians 5:6; 1 Peter 1:13 August 16, 2003 I. I will say it again, we are all leaders in some way and if we are going to be the leaders that we are supposed to be, the first person that we have to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, 2 Timothy 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

How To Keep From Sinning

Contributed by Mike Turner on Sep 14, 2003

John shares with us the promise of forgiveness....but also shares the desire that "we sin not".

How To Keep From Sinning 1 John 2:1-2 “If” does not give us permission.....it literally means “provided” or on the condition that we sin.....we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous ! John rebuked those who claimed they had no sin.....and offered the promise of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Coming?

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 9, 2002

A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent Series B About John the Baptist pointing to Christ

3rd Sunday in Advent Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11 John 1:6-8, 19-28 "Who Is Coming?" Isaiah 61: 1 ¶ The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me, because the LORD has anointed me to bring good tidings to the afflicted; he has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Messenger Of Peace Series

Contributed by Clark Frailey on Dec 11, 2002

The second week of advent looks towards John the Baptist as the Messenger of Christ’s coming peace.

Cresson Baptist Church Sunday, December 8, 2002 Scripture: Mark 1:1-8 Messenger of Peace Introduction: Advent is the season of preparation for the coming of Christ. We remember when Christ was born in this time of the year. It is more symbolic than literal. When I was considering these 4 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

"Who Is The Christ Of Christmas: The Incarnate Word" Series

Contributed by Devin Hudson on Dec 19, 2001

This sermon examines the Christ of Christmas as the Incarnate Word of God from John 1:1-14.

Who is the Christ of Christmas? The Incarnate Word John 1.1-18 In the opening scenes of the musical Camelot, King Arthur appears standing in a field dressed in the clothes of a common peasant. To look at him, one would have no idea that he is a king. In fact when Guinevere first meets Arthur, she ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Going Away Empty-Hearted

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 18, 2002

This sermon examines the resurrection of Jesus from the perspective of 3 different people - John, Peter and Mary.

April 15, 2001 – Easter John 20:1-18 “Going away empty-hearted” INTRODUCTION Let me start out with a scenario for you this morning. Every day, a gentleman went to work. Every day, he would ride the elevator all the way to the bottom floor of the high rise apartment building that he lived ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Undertanding Above Obedience

Contributed by Patrick Lane on Jan 16, 2001

John the Baptizer’s call for repentance calls us to live the live we already know.

As I reminisce on Christmas this year a few movies come to mind. It’s a wonderful life, miracle on 34th street; a Christmas story is my favorite. Another favorite is the edited version of Christmas Vacation. That movie is full of hilarious scenes and the one I believe to be my favorite changes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:2-18

Denomination: Baptist

A True Church Series

Contributed by Richard White on Mar 20, 2003

John describes what the Lord sees about 7 churches, which one describes us?

A True Church Revelation 3:7-13 Illustration: Gregory P. Elder tells of his childhood. He spent many hours at the beach and in the sand building sandcastles. Whole cities would appear by his hand, in the sand. One year bullies, or toughies as he called them, appeared and smashed ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ