Sermons on John 15:11-32:

More Of Jesus, Less Of Me Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 23, 2020

This is the 8th sermon in the Light And Life series from the Gospel of John.

Series: Light And Life [#8] MORE OF JESUS, LESS OF ME John 3:22-36 Introduction: What is your biggest flaw? Mine is being too handsome. In truth, I am my own biggest enemy. Every time I try to do better, I don’t. Every time I try to figure things out, I don’t. John the Baptist gives us the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

Transfiguration Pt.4: Did Elijah Fail? - Mark 9:8-13 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 24, 2023

John the Baptist was the fulfillment of the promised Elijah who would come and restore the people’s hearts in preparation for the Messiah. But if that’s the case, why was Jesus crucified? Did John fail?

Mark 9:1 And he said to them, "I tell you the truth, some who are standing here will not taste death before they see the kingdom of God come with power." 2 After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:8-13, Matthew 17:1-6, Luke 9:28-35

We Are The Forerunners For Jesus

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jan 30, 2024

We are like John the Baptist. It is our responsibility to introduce Jesus, just like John did. This evil world needs Jesus more than ever.

We are the Forerunners for Jesus Luke 1:57-67 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 1:57 Now the time had come for Elizabeth to give birth, and she gave birth to a son. 58 Her neighbors and her relatives heard that the Lord had displayed His great mercy toward her; and they were rejoicing with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-67

Denomination: United Methodist

We Believe In The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Feb 21, 2024

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets.

John 6 – We Believe in the Holy Spirit February 25, 2024 There are 21 chapters in John and the Holy Spirit is mentioned 21 times. John 6:63 NIV “The Spirit gives life; the flesh counts for nothing. The words I have spoken to you are Spirit and they are life.” We believe in the Holy Spirit, the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:63, Genesis 1:2, John 14:26-27, John 3:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Path Of Christ

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Feb 29, 2024

John the Baptist came out of the wilderness with God dripping off of Him preaching saying, “Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths straight.”

· **God had a path for Jesus Christ to walk on and to walk in! God has a path for you to walk on and to walk in as well! Proverbs 3:5-6 5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Measure Of True Greatness

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Feb 29, 2024

JOHN THE BAPTIST'S important CALLING was to turn the children of Israel to the Lord their God.

Here in these verses the birth of JOHN THE BAPTIST was foretold by an angel to his father Zechariah. JOHN THE BAPTIST'S important CALLING was to turn the children of Israel to the Lord their God. JOHN THE BAPTIST'S CALLING I. IT WAS A DIFFICULT CALLING He was called during the time when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-80

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Case Study 2 John The Baptist The Praying Evangelist Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 24, 2025

Case Study 2 John the Baptist the Praying evangelist - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Case Study 2 John the Baptist the Praying evangelist Reading: Luke chapter 11 verses 1-13. SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The priority of Prayer (vs 1). (2). The Pattern for Prayer (vs 2-4). (3). The Persistence in Prayer (vs 5-8). (4). The Promises for Prayer (vs 9-13). SERMON BODY: Ill: • If you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

From Doubting To Faith

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jul 19, 2025

The best thing we can do during difficulties and trials is to bring all our griefs, troubles, and discouragements to Jesus. This is what John the Baptist did when he was in prison, and it helped him move from doubting to faith.

All me to begin with an illustration: “Joe Scriven was a missionary from Ireland to Canada, working among the Iroquois Indians. He was joined by his fiancé, who was also from Ireland. Just before the wedding, she was killed in an accident. Joe buried her with his own hands and a broken ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

People Of The First Christmas: Zacharias And Elisabeth Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Dec 5, 2024

A childless couple received some incredible news! How did they handle it?

(Full disclosure: this message is based on a sermon preached at New Hope Baptist Church, Fulton, MO on 12-01-2024. This is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: It’s hard to believe, we’re now in December! There are only 20 or so shopping days until Christmas Day and, we shouldn’t be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25, Luke 1:39-45

Denomination: Baptist

Prepare The Way

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 9, 2024

A sermon for the second Sunday of Advent, Year C

December 8, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Luke 3:1-18 Prepare the Way Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The Romans were great road builders. They believed in roads. The picture here is a section of an ancient ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Perfect Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 16, 2024

This is the 3rd Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#3] GOD’S PERFECT FAITHFULNESS Luke 1:57-80 Introduction: In your daily life, you encounter moments of joy, trials, and uncertainty; and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. However, as we look at our text today, we are reminded of an important truth- Our God is perfectly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-80

Denomination: Baptist

Word Of God Speak! - Gospel Of John Series 1 Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Dec 23, 2024

Jesus Christ, the Word, is the Son of the Living God, and He is God. Jesus is God’s revelation of Himself to mankind.

John 1:1-3 1 In the beginning the Word already existed. The Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He existed in the beginning with God. 3 God created everything through Him, and nothing was created except through Him. John is the inspired writer of this book, this Gospel. God is the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3, John 20:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Each Following The Lord Ourselves.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 27, 2024

There are areas in each of our lives which remain private, between us and God.

EACH FOLLOWING THE LORD OURSELVES. John 21:19-25. Peter had once boasted that even if all men were to forsake Jesus, yet he would not be amongst them (cf. Matthew 26:33). However, of those disciples still living after the betrayal of Jesus (when most of His disciples fled at the first sign of ...read more

Scripture: John 21:19-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Do You Want? Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Mar 17, 2025

Based on John 3:16 - Evangelistic sermon based around 3 questions for hearers to consider.

“WHAT DO YOU WANT?” John 3:16 FBCF – 3/16/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – Francis William Boreham – preacher in England in early 1900’s. As a young boy, his father took him to London to see the ancient obelisk named Cleopatra’s Needle being erected (PIC). This 70-ft tall tower was built in the ancient ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Arrest Of Jesus - Mark 14:41-52 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 12, 2024

What's with the strange story about the young man fleeing naked at Jesus' arrest? Mark leaves out so many big aspects of that event, but he includes this. Is it a meaningless, throwaway story? Or is it Mark at his best, crafting a profound message in a vivid picture?

Jesus leads the 12 into battle even though he knows they will fail. When the hour comes, you’ll have to face the battle, ready or not. Jesus fights this battle on four fronts. Front #1: Judas (Jesus fights dis-couragement by calling out to Abba, Father). Front #2: the rogue disciple who jeopardizes ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:41-52, Matthew 26:45-56, Luke 22:46-53, John 18:2-12