Sermons on John 15:14-16:

Following Jesus: Following Joy Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 19, 2020

No matter what we are enduring at the moment, Jesus can bring a certain joy to our lives that circumstances cannot steal from us. Joy that comes from following Jesus is our constant companion, it is a gift from Him to our hearts.

Following Jesus: Following Joy John 15:9-14 Introduction Some people believe that Joy is in short supply in our world. That’s not hard to believe, given the events of the past few months and the pandemic we are enduring day by day. The anger and unrest that rumbles beneath the surface, and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

El Reino De Los Cielos / Dios

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 21, 2020

¿Sabemos qué es el Reino de los Cielos / Dios?

El Reino de los Cielos / Dios Reflexión El Reino de los Cielos / Dios Mateo 13:24-30, Romanos 8:26-27, Juan 15:15-17, 1 Corintios 13:1-13, Romanos 12:17-21. Comencemos a reflexionar sobre el texto ... del Evangelio de Mateo (Mateo 13:24-30): "El reino de los cielos puede ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30, Romans 8:26-27, John 15:15-17, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Romans 12:17-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

I Am The True Vine (You Are The Branches) - John 15 V 1-11 This Is Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 2, 2022

Abiding in Christ is as simple as the branches abiding in the Vine. Yet what causes some branches to become less productive? In the Part 2 of "I am the Vine, you are the branches," we look at what it means to abide, and at service. Fruit brings glory to Christ and magnifies His Name.

I AM THE TRUE VINE (You are the branches) - John 15 v 1-11 THIS IS PART 2 Welcome to the last Part in this series of messages on the “I AMs” of John’s gospel. We are continuing the thoughts in “I am the Vine” that has much to do with bearing fruit and abiding or remaining. Last time in PART 1 ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-14, Psalm 119:9, Ephesians 5:26-27, Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Corinthians 3:12-15, Matthew 25:23, John 14:15, John 14:21, 1 John 3:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pray In Jesus' Name

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Sep 1, 2020

Why we end our prayer by saying, "In Jesus' name, we pray, amen."?

We usually end our prayer with the words "In Jesus' Name, we pray, amen." Why do we do that? Why don't we say "In the name of one of the Apostles or Father or Holy Spirit" or "In the Name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit we pray," like when we do ...read more

Scripture: John 14:13, John 14:14, John 15:16, John 16:23, John 16:24, John 16:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does It Mean To Be A Friend Of Jesus? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 27, 2021

This passage mentions multiple times that we are Jesus' friends. What does that mean exactly?

- “Refrigerator rights.” The idea that you become good enough friends that when you’re at their house you don’t have to ask to get something out of the refrigerator. THE PROOFS OF THE FRIENDSHIP: 1. His proof of friendship is His sacrifice. - John 15:13. 2. Our proof of friendship is our ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Pressing On

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 28, 2021

This sermon is focused on helping us to press on to enjoy the life that is our for the experiencing – a life that is progressive, a life that understands how the Lord corrects and prunes us for our benefit and a life that enjoy the fruits of being an authentic Christ follower.

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16; John 15:1-17 Theme: Growing in Christ Title: Pressing On This sermon is focused on helping us to press on to enjoy the life that is our for the experiencing – a life that is progressive, a life that understands how the Lord corrects and prunes us for our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16, John 15:1-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Pastor, Please Don't Teach Your Congregation They Can't Lose Their Salvation

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 3, 2021

There's no shame in quietly changing your perspective on this theological concept.

There's no shame in quietly changing your perspective on this theological concept. Now we see many scriptures that tell us about how God maintains the relationship with us. God preserves us in a state of salvation. But we also see numerous, endless scriptures that talk about our need to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-15, Hebrews 6:4-6, 1 Timothy 4:1, Revelation 2:4-5, 2 Peter 2:20-22, James 5:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Call To Fruitful Ministry During A Pandemic Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 1, 2022

How do we encourage others when we are discouraged ourselves? How do we measure success? All of us want to be successful and in this text Jesus gives the key to fruitfulness, more fruit and much fruit!

Sermon: The Key to Fruitful Ministry John 15:1-17 “I am the true grapevine, and my Father is the gardener. 2 He cuts off every branch of mine that doesn’t produce fruit, and he prunes the branches that do bear fruit so they will produce even more. 3 You have already been pruned and purified by the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

I Am The True Vine (You Are The Branches) - John 15 V 1-11 This Is Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 2, 2022

The great "I AM the Vine - You are the branches" is all about God's best for you. It teaches us about bearing fruit and being more productive for God. That may involve discipline where God has to deal with unproductive branches.

I AM THE TRUE VINE (You are the branches) - John 15 v 1-11 THIS IS PART 1 This teaching on the vine (actually Vine) is all about abiding in the Lord. It will focus on dwelling and abiding. Just so we see the passage clearly I will put it here: {{John 15:1 “I am the true vine and My Father is ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-14, Isaiah 6:8, Psalm 40:6-8, John 12:23-24, Hebrews 12:5-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Walk With The Lord

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jan 1, 2024

A FRIEND OF GOD

OUR WALK WITH THE LORD 1. THE LORD WANTS US TO BE HIS FRIENDS THROUGH OUR OBEDIENCE SCRIPTURE REFERENCE JOHN 15:14 -15 14 You are My friends if you do whatever I command you. 15 No longer do I call you servants, for a servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you ...read more

Scripture: John 15:14-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Are His Disciples

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 19, 2024

How do we become disciples of Jesus?

John 1:43-51 “Speak, Lord, for your servants are listening.” Give us ears to hear Jesus calling, “Follow me.” Help us find ways to “Come and see.” The calling of disciples is a mystery, something profound, sacred, and beyond complete human comprehension. It usually involves divine intervention in ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51, Matthew 28:19-20, John 15:14-16

Denomination: Episcopal

Mud Sitting

Contributed by Loyd C. Taylor on Feb 23, 2024

I used this sermon for our "Friend Sunday." My main text was Proverbs 18:24, although I used several other texts as time permitted. After a little humor, and prayer I told the illustration about "Mud-sitting."

Mud Sitting Text: Proverbs 18:24 Date: February 18, 2024, BFBC Friend Sunday at 11 am A little Humor: Just Have to Outrun You Two friends were out hunting in the northern U.S. Suddenly one yelled and the other looked up to see a grizzly charging them. The first started to frantically put on his ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:24, Genesis 18:17-19, James 2:23, Proverbs 17:17-18, John 15:12-14, Exodus 33:11, Isaiah 41:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Paul’s Testimony In Jerusalem Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 9, 2024

As Paul gives his testimony in Jerusalem, we can be sure of this: What we choose to do is very telling about who we serve … and about who we love!. We are not called to sit in a chair and hope for the best – but to GO!

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 34 Paul’s Testimony in Jerusalem Acts 22:1-23 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week: Customs & rituals must never replace Christ in the church -- FACT: There will always be those who want ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:1-23, Acts 9:3-6, John 15:16, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Face To Face Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 13, 2024

If you want God to go with you through life, repent of your rebellion, relish his presence every day, and pray.

One day, Jay Leno got a letter from a kid saying he was in trouble because he had told his friends that Leno was his uncle and that they would drive around in his uncle’s Lamborghini. The kid’s friends called him a big liar, so the boy asked Jay Leno if he could drive him to school in his ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:1-23, James 4:8-10, Matthew 5:4, Matthew 6:6, John 15:15, Hebrews 13:5-6, John 1:14, Philippians 3:10, Psalm 34:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Be Fruitful

Contributed by Rolando, Jr Pama on Sep 14, 2024

• Fruitfulness can be obtained when you continue to what makes you grow.

1. DIE TO SELF • John 12:24 Very truly I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds. 2. FIGHT THE GOOD FIGHT. • 1 Timothy 6:12 Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you ...read more

Scripture: John 15:16