Sermons on John 15:9-27:

What A Time When All God's Children Get Together PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

In the family of God, love is not optional but essential, and when we genuinely love each other as Jesus commanded, we experience unparalleled joy.

Good morning, family. As we gather here today, I'm reminded of a quote from Pope Francis, "We learn many virtues in our Christian families. Above all, we learn to love, asking nothing in return." Today, we're going to talk about God's incredible love for us and the joy that comes when we, as His ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17

Topics: Love, Family, God

The True Vine PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore and understand the importance of abiding in Jesus as the source of true spiritual fruit.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into John 15:1-17, a passage that speaks to us about the source of true fruit, the prerequisites for producing fruit, and the incredible benefits of abiding in Jesus. Let's take a moment to read that passage together now: [Read passage] ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Topics: Producing Fruit

The True Meaning Of Friendship SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Exploring the characteristics of a genuine friend.

Today, we gather to celebrate Family and Friends Day, and it is important to reflect on the meaning of the word "friend." In our society, this word is often used casually and has lost its true significance. My aim today is to shed light on the true meaning of friendship and help you understand the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-15

Topics: Family, Friends Day

Honoring The Ultimate Sacrifice SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

On Monday, we remember and honor the brave Americans who have laid down their lives in defense of our nation since 1775. Their ultimate sacrifice is a testament to their love for our country and their fellow citizens.

On Memorial Day, our nation mourns the loss of all Americans who died defending our country throughout the world since 1775. This remembrance spans 248 years and includes 62 military actions that claimed 1.2 million lives. These men and women, though mostly anonymous, made the ultimate sacrifice ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Topics: Memorial Day, Sacrifice, Patriotism

God's Friendship: A Divine Bond SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

A deeper exploration into the unique friendship between God and mankind.

Another lesson about the friendship between God and mankind. You are my friends. God called Abraham "his friend" (Isaiah 41:8, 2 Chronicles 20:7, James 2:23). Have you ever thought about this? Is it possible to be friends with God? What are the conditions for being a "friend" of God? What ...read more

Scripture: John 15:14-15

Topics: Friendship, Divine Bond

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

Happy Happy Joy Joy

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 15, 2025

True joy is not tied to circumstance but planted by the Spirit, anchored in Christ, and sustained by what is true, pure, lovely, and eternal.

Introduction: A Cartoon Jingle Some of you may remember a wild cartoon from the 1990s that sang, “Happy Happy Joy Joy!” over and over again. It was silly, catchy, and fun—but it never told you what happiness or joy really are. In that way it’s a lot like the world we live in. We hum the tune of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9, Hebrews 12:2, John 15:11, Proverbs 17:22

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

How In The World Can I Be Holy?

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 24, 2025

Holiness grows as we surrender: Christ renews our thoughts, equips our lives, and tunes our praise, freeing us to truly live.

Introduction: A wild duck lands in a Danish barnyard for an easy meal. He plans to stay an hour, then a day, then a summer. When autumn comes and wild wings thunder overhead, he tries to join them but can barely clear the barn eaves. By the next spring he scarcely looks up. That is a parable of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26, John 17:15, Romans 12:1-2, Philippians 2:5, Philippians 4:8, Ephesians 6:13, Psalm 145:3, Psalm 150:6, John 15:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Humble Love Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Jesus displayed His passion for humanity through humility, serving others, and giving up His life as a ransom for many. We are called to follow His example by thinking, acting, and obeying in humility.

Hey everyone! Today, we're gonna talk about humility. Humility is that thing where we put others before ourselves and don't act like we're the center of the universe. Jesus was the ultimate example of humility, and we're gonna learn from Him today. But first, let's start with a cool object lesson. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, John 15:9-13

Topics: Selflessness, Compassionate Acts, Servant Leadership, Unconditional Love

Remember The Sacrifice Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. As Christians, we are also reminded of the sacrifice of Jesus Christ and are called to live sacrificially in our daily lives.

Jesus didn't just talk about sacrifice, He lived it. He gave up His life for us. That's the ultimate sacrifice. And because of that, we have the chance to know God and have eternal life. "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." (John 15:13) Memorial Day is all ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Topics: Selflessness, Altruism, Martyrdom, Philanthropy

Humble Love Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores Jesus's act of humble love in sacrificing his life for humanity, and encourages believers to emulate this humility and selflessness in their own lives.

Welcome, church! I am excited to be back with you all once again this week, as we continue in our movement toward Easter with the series we started last Sunday called Passion. Remember, while Jesus was hanging on the cross, it wasn’t the nails that kept Him there. It wasn’t the threat of the Roman ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, John 15:9-13

Topics: Humble Love, Jesus' Sacrifice, Servant Leadership

Sermon Series: Passion

Remember The Sacrifice Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the selfless sacrifices of service members who died for our country, reflecting on their actions as an embodiment of Christ's teachings about love and sacrifice.

Good morning/afternoon/evening, church. Today, as we gather on Memorial Day weekend, our hearts are filled with gratitude and reverence for those who have selflessly given their lives in service to our country. It is a day to remember the sacrifice—the ultimate sacrifice—made by countless men and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Topics: Memorial Day, Sacrificial Love, Gratitude