Sermons on John 21:16:

Peter Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jul 16, 2003

This message came from a series I did entitled "Witnesses", focusing on those who were eyewitnesses of Christ. Each message was prefaced with a short dramatic monologue, which is included.

Peter Man, am I confused right now. They say, “when the goin’ gets tough, the tough…go fishin’.” Well, that’s where I am; I been fishin’ since I was 2 years old, me and Andrew; it’s the only life we ever knew…’til like three years ago. Pete’s the name; means “rock”. Yeah, that’s me, okay, ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Do You Love Jesus?

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 21, 2003

This outline illustrates how our cultural definition of love differs from what God defines love as.

Do you love Jesus? House of Faith Ministries Rev. Bruce A. Shields DD www.PS127.org (989) 362-7831 First we must ask ourselves, What is Love? Example: How is the word LOVE used today? 1. example 2. example 3. example In our culture there is a general misconception of what LOVE is. Society ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Bible Church

Getting Back On Track

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 25, 2003

Peter had a love problem. Like the people in the Ephesus church.

“GETTING BACK ON TRACK” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 21:15-25 Peter had a love problem. Like the people in the Ephesus church. 1 Corinthians 16:22 If any man love not the Lord Jesus Christ, let him be Anathema Maranatha. “cursed with a curse, cursed of ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-25

When You Wonder What God Has For You

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004

In Easter we discover in the risen Christ an encounter with the grand questions of life

I was reminded this week of the challenge we often feel coming to celebrate such profound events…the challenge to really ‘get it’ in terms of the meaning of what we come to…in the midst of all the activity that can surround such holidays. Thursday… 3 year old son…His Preschool nemesis told him the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lovest Thou Me?

Contributed by John Gerald on Aug 12, 2004

This is a challenge to our commitment.

Lovest Thou Me? Rev. John W. Gerald I. Lovest Thou Me More Than These (Things) John 21:15 So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-22

Denomination: Methodist

The Inquiry Of Christ Series

Contributed by David Seeley on Sep 21, 2004

Fourth in a five week series. I trust this series will help us gain a new appreciation for who Jesus Christ is and what He did for us.

The Inquiry of Christ Text: John 21:15-17 Give background of the text: >Peter and Friends fishing >Jesus is risen and has appeared to several people. >Jesus appears on the scene and provides the fish that the disciples needed. After a meal of fish and bread, Jesus takes Peter aside and begins to ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Holiness

Peter's Restoration

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on May 13, 2003

This sermon focuses on Peter’s restoration by looking at the impact of his denials and what he learned from it, primarily that he needed to be honest with God about His spiritual condition.

During a Pastor’s meeting, an old pastor stood up to testify to his faith. Yet his testimony surprised a number of People. The pastor stood up and looked at the group and said, “I am a lay pastor of a small, not-growing church. I am not ordained. I am not seminary trained. I was asked to leave ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19, John 21:1-21

Denomination: Methodist

What Motivates You?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 18, 2003

When people are asked what it is that motivates them to go to work every morning, most people respond by saying, "I do it for my family, or for my friends, or to pay the bills or to keep myself occupied." Seldom do people align their motivations with the

What Motivates You? When people are asked what it is that motivates them to go to work every morning, most people respond by saying, "I do it for my family, or for my friends, or to pay the bills or to keep myself occupied." Seldom do people align their motivations with the the kind of incentive ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Commitment Of The Called

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 19, 2003

Our love for Christ will lead us toward responsibilities and sacrifice

The Commitment of the Called John 21:15-19 Primary Purpose: To show that our love for Christ leads to responsibilities and sacrifice. Sometimes it seems that people today just don’t understand the word commitment anymore. In the passage we will look at today, Jesus is calling Peter to follow ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Really, Really Love Jesus?

Contributed by Ray Scott on May 20, 2003

Jesus asks Peter if he REALLY, REALLY loves Him, but all Peter can say is that he is very fond of Jesus; the pivotal question in our life that Jesus asks is "Do you love Me?" and "How much?".

“Do You Really, Really Love Jesus?” We continue in our series on the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus. INTRODUCTION: (My thanks to Tom Lawson for the introduction idea) I love my wife, Harriet … Do you believe that I love her? o There are times that I don’t enjoy being with her … but I ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

"Help! I Can't Forgive Myself"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 26, 2003

The forgiveness of Jesus is inclusive and applies to forgiving ourself for things we have done.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches June 1, 2003 “Help! I Can’t Forgive Myself” John 21:9-19 INTRODUCTION: Garrison Keillor who is the host of the Prairie Home Companion on Public Radio tells of a man in Lake Wobegon who was saved 12 times at the altar of a Lutheran church that never gave altar ...read more

Scripture: John 21:9-19

Denomination: Methodist

Leadership Challenge

Contributed by J Spurling on Jun 6, 2003

A study of Christ’s leadership challenge to Peter in John 21:15–22 will motivate us to jump-start our participation in the church.

This morning we are going to be talking about Leadership. As a matter of fact I am going to challenge you this morning toward leadership. But, my definition of church leadership that I am challenging you toward might be a little different from what you think leadership within the body of Christ is ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-22

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Reading Of The Will Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jun 21, 2003

God’s will for someone, no matter what other details there are, boils down to loving Him first and serving others, just the same as for Peter.

A pastor received a call from a church that offered him a salary four times what he was then receiving. Being a devout man, he spent much time in prayer trying to discern what God wanted him to do. One day a friend met the pastor’s young son on the street. “Do you know what your dad is going to ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-25, Psalm 37:4

Denomination: Baptist

Hope - Don't Leave Home Without It

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 11, 2002

Hope is vital to our life

What things do you hope in? We are animated by hope. But things that don’t always go as planned - Sunrise, seed, toy, child, marriage Let go of the branch Proverbs 13:12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life. Things that go against God’s plans - maybe ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:12, John 21:9-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Simon Sez

Contributed by Donny Tatimu on Nov 28, 2002

Why Jesus must asked Peter 3 times, just for the same question. It may not make sense to some of us...

Simon Sez John 21:15-19 15 So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. 16 He saith to him again the second time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Charismatic