Sermons on John 15:17-16:4:

Persecution And Evangelism Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025

Persecution is not a sign of defeat but a confirmation that we are on the right path. When we face opposition in evangelism, we must not be discouraged but rejoice, knowing that we are partaking in Christ’s sufferings. The gospel is unstoppable, and no amount of persecution can hinder God’s plan.

PERSECUTION AND EVANGELISM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 5:11-12 "Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:11-12, 2 Timothy 3:12, Acts 5:40-42, 1 Peter 4:14-16, John 15:18-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How, And Why, Do We Abide In Jesus? (John 15:1-17) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 28, 2022

Abiding in Christ is not about spiritual disciplines. It's about obeying Jesus, above all else by loving his church.

Today, we have the privilege of working through John 15:1-17. Some of you will be familiar with these verses. And if that's you, as we start reading, you will maybe find yourself thinking that you already understand this passage. You won't expect to learn anything, or be challenged. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Jesus' Heads-Up: The World Will Hate You (John 16:1-33) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 29, 2022

So don't be surprised, or discouraged. Prepare yourselves, testify anyway, and don't fall away. Also, how the Spirit partners with you, in testifying to the world.

Let's start this morning by rereading John 15:18-16:4. In these verses, Jesus describes our relationship to the world: (18) If the world, you, it hates, know that me, before you, it has hated. (19) If of/from the world, you were, the world would love its own. Now, because of/from the world ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-33

A Loving Congregation Series

Contributed by John Bright on Feb 2, 2025

Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

Series: 1 Peter Sermon: “A Loving Congregation” 1 Peter 1:22-25 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter 1 “22 Since you have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit in sincere love of the brethren, love one another fervently with a pure heart, 23 having been born again, not of corruptible ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:22-25, 1 Samuel 20:17, John 15:19, Romans 12:10, Hebrews 13:1, Numbers 14:18, Ephesians 2:1-3, Ephesians 2:4-5, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ezekiel 36:25-27, Matthew 18:15-17, Hebrews 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Christian’s Response To Persecution

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 24, 2025

Persecution is a reality that many Christians face as they seek to live godly lives in a fallen world. The Bible warns that those who live righteously in Christ will experience opposition, suffering, and even hostility.

Title: THE CHRISTIAN’S RESPONSE TO PERSECUTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 3:12 "Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution." KJV Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:10-12; Romans 12:14; 1 Peter 4:12-16; John 15:20 INTRODUCTION: Persecution is a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:12, John 15:20, Matthew 5:10-12, Romans 12:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christian Continuity

Contributed by Edward Aponte on Apr 7, 2001

The most important mark of a disciple that Christ demanded from His followers was not consistency but continuty.

Introduction: Believers have a lot in common with a beach ball. We can be colorful at sometimes, we can be sometimes hard to get a hold of. But the most significant thing we believers have in common with a beach ball is boyancy. The ability to rise up a continue on top. What are some of the ways ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-27, 1 John 2:18-28

Denomination: Congregational

Faith Under Fire – Attacks On Christians In The U.s.

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Sep 13, 2025

In recent days, America has been shaken by the assassination of Christian leader Charlie Kirk. Following Jesus publicly will invite spiritual resistance, but the Church must face hostility with truth, holiness, and courageous love.

Faith Under Fire – Attacks on Christians in the U.S. Text: John 15:18–20; 1 Peter 4:12–14; Romans 12:21 (KJV) John 15:18-20 (KJV) If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you. 19 If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-14, John 15:18-20, Romans 12:21

Denomination: Church Of God

Don't Wish For A Change In Christ's Teaching Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 19, 2025

Marriage is a sign of the union of Christ and the Church. Don’t mess with it. You’ll be messing with your own salvation.

Friday of the Fifth Week in Easter 2025 What does it mean to have a steadfast heart? We know from living with the Scriptures that the heart is more than the beating muscle that pumps blood through our body. Our heart of hearts is our inmost part, the action of mind and body that makes decisions ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17, Acts 15:22-31, Psalm 57:8-11

Denomination: Catholic

The Vine And The Branches Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 3, 2001

The role of branches is to ebar fruit. The key to bearing fruit is to remain firmly attached to the vine, relying on the power of God to bring forth fruit.

What does it mean for you to be a Christian? Does it mean, perhaps, the comfort of knowing that your on God’s side? Does it mean being part of a wider community of people who are mutually dependent and supportive? Does it mean being part of a world-wide community of people who share a love for and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

Why Anglican Catholics Should Not Be Afraid Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Oct 20, 2001

A exploration of the gifts and fruits of the spirit in an Anglocatholic context: why we should not be shy of what the Holy Spirit has to offer us.

Sermon: 19th Sunday After Trinity, 21st October 2001 Text: John 16:1-11 Why Anglican Catholics should not be afraid of the Holy Spirit In the name of the +Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. I am a great fan of the cinema; it is a media which reflects the society for which it ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, John 16:1-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Sensing God During The Storm Part 2 Series

Contributed by John Maxwell on Nov 6, 2001

This is the second part series to Sensing God During the Storm with emphasis on John 16.

SENSING GOD DURING THE STORM, II John 16 John Maxwell INTRODUCTION: Archibald Rutledge tells the story of looking out his window and watching a bird build a nest. He spent the better part of a day watching the scene. During the night, a bad storm came. Rutledge went to the window the next morning ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-33

Denomination: Wesleyan

Lest We Forget!

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 8, 2001

Sermon for Remembrance Sunday 2001

Remembrance Sunday John 15:9-17 I am not old enough to remember the Second World War – I was born ten years after it ended. But my father and my Uncle Don were involved in the war. Story: Dad served in the North African campaign and was at Alamein. He also served in the Italian campaign. At ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Anglican

What A Friend

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jul 11, 2003

This was my message for our annual Friend Day about the friendship we can have with God through Christ.

What A Friend John 15:9-17 May 18, 2003 Morning Service INTRODUCTION I. The Story of Rudy II. What is a friend? A. Definitions 1. Friendship definitions a.) One who multiplies joy and divides grief b.) One who understands our silence c.) A volume of sympathy bound in cloth d.) A watch that beats ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Church Of God

Principles Of Proclamation Series

Contributed by Larry Starett on Jul 16, 2003

An exposition of John 15:22-27, with special emphasis on the need to testify of Christ.

Principles of Proclamation Pastor Larry Starett July 20, 2003 AM Service John 15:22-27 INTRODUCTION: A teenaged girl who was taking First Aid lessons burst through the door of her home and said, "Mom, I just saw a horrible accident and I was able to use my First Aid Training!" "What did you do?" ...read more

Scripture: John 15:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

6 Keys To Godly Relationships; Key #1 Obey Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Elkins on Jul 21, 2003

Do you have Godly relationships? Do you long to discover how to obtain Godly relationships? The first key is to maintain a Godly relationship with God! We do this by being obedient to Christ. Let’s discover what Christ longs us to have.

1st Key is to obey Christ There were four boys who were young and bursting with energy especially in the church. But the sermon their pastor preached on turning the other cheek got their attention. The minister stressed that no matter what others do to us; we should never try to get even with ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Baptist