Sermons on John 15:5-6:

Abiding In The True Vine. Abridged.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 18, 2023

Our life and responsibilities in Christ.

ABIDING IN THE TRUE VINE. Abridged. John 15:1-17. I). The True Vine. John 15:1-8. In the seventh significant “I am” saying of John’s Gospel, “I am the true vine” (John 15:1), Jesus was identifying Himself with the Messianic “son of man” of Psalm 80:17. Jesus is the true fulfilment of Israel’s ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abide In Me.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 21, 2023

Jesus is the true fulfilment of Israel’s mission, and those who are rooted in Him are His ambassadors to a fallen world.

ABIDE IN ME. John 15:1-6. In Psalm 80:8-16 Israel is poignantly portrayed as a vine which has spread throughout the whole land, only to be torn down, devoured, and burnt at the time of the Exile. The vineyard motif is again taken up in Isaiah 5:1-7, where a moral reason is given for this ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Find The Secret Place To Encounter God

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 24, 2023

The term "secret place" appears dozens of times in both the Old and New Testaments

"He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty." (Psalm 91:1 NKJV) The term "secret place" appears dozens of times in both the Old and New Testaments. Some translations use the word shelter, covering, or dwelling rather than ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1, Matthew 6:5-6, Exodus 33:21-22, Revelation 3:20, Psalm 37:4, John 15:4-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Only Way

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jul 14, 2023

Jesus is the ONLY way provided for the forgiveness of sins and for eternal life. Every believer will have their own journey, but there is only One path.

July 15, 2023 John 20:31 - But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name. We live in a world full of options. Take grocery shopping. Go to your local Safeway and walk down any aisle – say the breakfast ...read more

Scripture: John 20:31, John 6:38, John 8:12, John 10:9, John 14:6, John 15:5, Hebrews 1:1-3, Acts 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Fruits Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Jul 20, 2023

When we bent over a plant to pick its fruit, we didn’t expect apples or oranges or kiwi to be attached to the plant. We knew that strawberry plants always bear strawberries.

Fruits of the Holy Spirit Psalm 1 1. Galatians 5:18-26. 2. John 15:1-5 First of all, a fruit plant or tree will only produce one kind of fruit. When we bent over a plant to pick its fruit, we didn’t expect apples or oranges or kiwi to be attached to the plant. We knew that strawberry ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:18-26, John 15:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Fruitful Branches”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 23, 2024

Opening story: 230 old vine at Hampton Court. And an illustration of running on empty when we are not connected to the vine of Jesus. How to imitate Jesus and let Him produce fruit on our branch. Illustration from Dallas Willard

In Jesus Holy Name April 2, 2024 Text: John 15:1-8 Easter V “Fruitful Branches” In Hampton Court, near London, there is a grapevine that is reported to be the oldest living vine in the world. It is over 230 years old. It was planted in 1768. This grapevine has one root which is 12 feet ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8, Ephesians 5:1, Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Are You Connected?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

Are you connected to Jesus? Perhaps you realize that you’re disconnected, far from him. You need to be plugged in, grafted on. Look at the cross, and discover his great love for you, to lay down his life for you.

Opening illustration: Use an electric appliance to show how its connectivity to power, keeps it working well. Introduction: Jesus had just washed the feet of his disciples, led them through a final meal, instituted the Lord's Supper, and now walked with them to the Garden of Gethsemane, where ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Live To Give Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 24, 2024

I’ve found over the years that the Lord is constantly turning things upside down. That's the way He gets things rightside up.

Fifth Sunday of Easter 2024 The psalm that we sang or heard just a little while ago, our responsorial today–does anyone remember the first words of the whole psalm in Scripture? It’s Psalm 22. The last time we encountered it this year was during Holy Week. The first words were spoken by Jesus from ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8, 1 John 3:18-24, Acts 9:26-31, Acts 20:35, Matthew 7:1, Psalm 22:26-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

None Of Your Business

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Apr 28, 2024

A sermon on Christ the vine, God the vinedresser, abiding in Christ, and bearing fruit.

5 Easter B April 28, 2024 M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church John 15:1-8 None of Your Business Have you heard of Malcom McLean? Honestly, I had never heard of him until a few Wednesdays ago. Malcolm McLean lived from 1913 to 2001. He revolutionized international freight ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Abiding In Jesus, Growing In Love

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 29, 2024

A sermon for the fifth Sunday of Easter, Year B

April 28, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church John 15:1-8; 1 John 4:7-21 Abiding in Jesus, Growing in Love Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Jesus encourages us to abide in him. He likens our abiding to a grape vine ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8, 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Transformed By Trust: The Blessings Of Trusting In God Jeremiah 17:7-8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 2, 2024

Jeremiah 17:7-8 presents a vivid picture of the transformative impact of wholehearted trust in the Lord.

Transformed by Trust: The Blessings of Trusting in God Jeremiah 17:7-8 Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey of understanding the profound blessings that come from placing our trust in God. Our passage, Jeremiah 17:7-8, presents a vivid picture of the transformative impact of wholehearted ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:7-8, Psalm 125:1-2, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 46:1-3, John 15:5, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fixing Our Eyes On Jesus Christ. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 2, 2024

In a world where people’s opinions and actions can be unpredictable and hurtful, it’s easy to get distracted and lose focus on what truly matters.

As believers, we must remember to take our eyes off people and keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith. The Bible reminds us in Hebrews 12:2, "Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2, 2 Corinthians 3:18, John 15:5, Philippians 3:12

The Fruit Of The Spirit In Daily Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 24, 2025

The fruit of the Spirit represents the character and attributes of Christ that the Holy Spirit develops in believers.

Title: THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT IN DAILY LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 5:22-23 "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things, there is no law." NIV Supporting Texts: ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, John 15:5, Matthew 7:16-20, Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Avoiding A Life Of Fruitlessness And Frustration Through Prayer. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 26, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the importance of prayer in the life of a believer, highlighting the consequences of neglecting this vital discipline.

As believers, we often find ourselves caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life. With numerous responsibilities and obligations competing for our attention, it's easy to neglect one of the most essential aspects of our spiritual lives: prayer. In this sermon, we'll explore the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5, Galatians 5:22-23

The Fruits Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 30, 2025

The fruits of the Holy Spirit are the characteristics and virtues that should be evident in the lives of believers who are walking in the Spirit. They represent the nature of Christ and are essential for a healthy spiritual life.

Title: THE FRUITS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 5:22-23 "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law." Supporting Texts: John 15:4-5, Ephesians ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, John 15:4-5, Ephesians 5:9, Colossians 3:12-14, Romans 14:17, 2 Peter 1:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God