Sermons on John 16:20-33:

Turning Today’s Sorrows Into Tomorrow’s Joys Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 21, 2010

God promises lasting joy and peace to all who hope in Christ Jesus.

Scripture Introduction When the Apostle Paul taught pastoral ministry to young Timothy, he drew specific attention to preaching to the wealthy: “As for the rich in this present age, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Believers Still See Jesus

Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 19, 2011

EASTER 3 - Believers still see Jesus today. As believers we see Jesus because we know, believe, and confess what Jesus does. Jesus removes the sorrow of sin. Jesus restores the joy of salvation.

BELIEVERS STILL SEE JESUS (Outline) May 8, 2011 - Easter 3 - JOHN 16:16-23a INTRO: The resurrection of Jesus from the dead on third day is only one miracle that we celebrate at Easter (and every day). Another miracle we may not always consciously think of is the miracle of faith. It ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Speaks Plainly About His Father

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 16, 2011

Easter 6 - Jesus speaks plainly to his disciples about his heavenly Father. Our heavenly Father answers us joyfully. Our heavenly Father provides for us lovingly.

JESUS SPEAKS PLAINLY ABOUT HIS FATHER (Outline) May 29, 2011 - Easter 6 - JOHN 16:23b-30 INTRO: The time of Jesus’ crucifixion is coming closer and closer. Jesus is teaching his disciples as much as they can bear before the time of his death and resurrection. Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: John 16:23-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Where Is The Joy?

Contributed by David Scudder on Dec 29, 2008

Every human heart cries out for joy, but few ever find it. Relationships crumble because there is no joy. Family fights begin when joy is missing. God made us to be happy, but we have lost our way. In our text Jesus shows us the way to joy, so let�s loo

John 16:20-24; 17:13-17 Purpose: To see God’s blueprint for happiness. Aim: I want the listener to focus on God’s eternal joy and enjoy God now. INTRODUCTION: Every human heart cries out for joy, but few ever find it. Relationships crumble because there is no joy. Family fights begin when joy is ...read more

Scripture: John 16:20-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Some Things God Doesn't Know

Contributed by Wayne Searls on Jan 12, 2009

PROPOSITION: To demonstrate the awesomeness of God in order to motivate people to turn his/her entire life over to Him.

John 16:29,30 (NKJV) His disciples said to Him, “See, now You are speaking plainly, and using no figure of speech! Now we are sure that You know all things, and have no need that anyone should question You. By this we believe that You came forth from God.” I. GOD DOESN’T KNOW OF A SINNER HE DOES ...read more

Scripture: John 16:29-30

Denomination: Nazarene

Give Peace A Chance

Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Feb 5, 2009

At the beginning of every year we make decisions to improve our life. We try to lose weight, kick that bad habit, or just be a better person. In this sermon we explore how to have true peace in our lives which only comes through God.

These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. – John 16:33   * This is the time of year that suicide is up because so many people are depressed and suffer from a lack of peace in their ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: *other

In Jesus There's Peace

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Mar 18, 2009

When there’s peace to be found nowhere else there is peace to be found in Jesus.

Full Harvest Fellowship Ministries In Jesus There’s Peace John 16 31-33  Jesus answered them, “Do you now believe? 32 The hour is coming, indeed it has come, when you will be scattered, every man to his home, and ...read more

Scripture: John 16:31-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

20 Reasons Why People Do Not See Their Prayers Answered

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 29, 2009

Why do many people not see their prayers answered. Jesus said, "Ask in my name that your joy may be fulfilled."

20 Reasons Why People Do Not See Their Prayer Answered (John 16:24) Why do you suppose that many people do not see their prayers answered? Too many people fail to appreciate some of the hindrances to prayer. Jesus said, "Up till now you have asked nothing in my name (For my sake, in my will and ...read more

Scripture: John 16:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grief Leads To Joy, Change Leads To Blessings.

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jul 8, 2009

We can’t avoid grief or change in this lifetime, fortunately both can lead to a better life.

Grief Leads to Joy, Change Leads to Blessings. John 16:16-22 and Acts 2:42-47 I would like to start today with a story you may be familiar with. “I was out fishing one day with my brother and we had been talking recently about a buzz down the river about this guy who was baptizing people and ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-22

Dealing With Grief

Contributed by David Mende on Jul 13, 2009

Are you grieving over the loss of a relationship, career, or a loved one? Read this sermon to know as to how we can deal with grief in our lives. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

Dealing with Grief Every one of us has to deal with grief at some point in time or the other. We grieve over the loss of relationships, careers, youth, innocence, loved ones, and many other things. This world is full of turmoil and grief. Jesus Himself said in John 16:33 that “in this world you ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Overcome The Drama In Your Life

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Aug 4, 2009

There are some things and some habits that need to be lay aside if we are going to be able overcome the drama that come into our lives such as a bad attitudes, lying lips, malicious gossiping, disobedience, witchcraft, drugs, adultery, fornicatio

How to Overcome the Drama in your Life John 16:33 Topic: How to overcome the “drama in your life” There is a hip-hop singer whose name is Mary J. Blige. Mary J. Blige has a hit record that is entitled, “No More Drama.” In this song, “No More Drama”, Mary J. Blige talks about how tired she ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Apostolic

Pain Turned Into Joy Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 12, 2009

It seems unreal that pain could be turned into joy. Yet pain is the very stuff of joy. It will come, not instantaneously, but completely. The risen Christ proves this, and can transform our disappointments, disillusionments, and shame into joy.

“You will have pain, but y our pain will turn into joy.” That brings back memories of the doctor’s office and that giant needle moving ever closer. “This will hurt a little bit.” A little bit! When you are a year old, it hurts a lot, and there is no joy in it. No, I do not remember being one ...read more

Scripture: John 16:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit's Ministry Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

THe omniscience of the Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit’s ministry John 16: 12- 24 Just a couple of weeks ago the date was Friday the thirteenth and as long as I can remember this has always been considered to be an unlucky day. When I lived in Cape Breton as a kid they’d always warn you, be very careful ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-24

Denomination: Baptist

The End Of The Message Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

This is the end of the upper room discourse

The end of the message John 16:23-33 One guy said, “I’m really concerned about my wife. She walks around the house talking to herself all day long.” His friend asked, “Does she know you can hear her?” He said, “That’s the funny part. She thinks I’m actually ...read more

Scripture: John 16:23-33

Denomination: Baptist

Ctwccofgw #2 - The Guarantee Of Answered Prayer Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Aug 9, 2007

Second in the series based on The Navigators’ "Lessons on Assurance."

Cool Things We Can Count On from God’s Word #2 – The Guarantee of Answered Prayer John 16:24 Have you ever bought anything on a “money-back, satisfaction guaranteed” deal? Usually those are a good thing, and I’m optimistic (or maybe naïve) enough to believe that most companies honor that. A ...read more

Scripture: John 16:24

Denomination: Wesleyan