Sermons on John 21:13-35:

Bible Truths Vs Personal Preferences Series

Contributed by Jeff Poor on Feb 21, 2017

Our personal preferences do not hold the same weight as Biblical truths.

GUIDANCE Genesis 24:1-27 INTRODUCTION Christian people are often keen to know the leading of God in their lives. But how are we to know what God’s will is? We may find the answer to this important question when we look at Abraham’s servant in Genesis 24. First, though, what do we know about ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ordinary Acts Of Grace

Contributed by Darryl Ward on Mar 26, 2017

Sermon about ministry amongst the marginalised

During our lives, we encounter some people who make such indelible impressions on us that we are never quite the same again. And one person who had a profound impact on my outlook on life was my friend Sam. Like most of my friends back in the day, Sam was far from conventional. She defiantly ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10, Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

He Is Near Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014

Christ came near to us at Christmas

He is Near Series: Prepare the Way Luke 1:1-25 December 1, 2013 Morning Service This message is adapted from the Wesleyan Church materials called Prepare the Way The season of Advent seems to be filled with a need to wait. Waiting is not always the biggest strong suit of people. We live in a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-25

Denomination: Church Of God

The Sovereignty Of God And Human Responsibility

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 18, 2014

There is no pleasing some people. If they make up their minds not to put their trust in Jesus, any excuse will suffice to prevent commitment.

THE SOVEREIGNTY OF GOD AND HUMAN RESPONSIBILITY. Matthew 11:16-30. A) The children were out playing on the streets. ‘Let’s play weddings,’ suggested the girls: but the boys would not. ‘Let’s play funerals,’ countered the boys: but the girls would not. A preacher came, austere in his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Study Of The Book Of Revelation, 3, Things That Are (On Earth) Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jun 12, 2015

The fabled letters to the seven churches turn out to be (are you ready for this) letters to the seven churches. Period. Where all the rest comes from I know not. But these churches were chosen because they represent every church that has ever existed.

2a. The things which are (on earth). (2-3) The communication to the seven churches of Asia is just what it appears to be: seven letters addressed to seven real churches, blessing them and warning them. All the fantasies of theologians through the years attempting to make these churches into ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Do You Want To Get Well?

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 9, 2015

John 5

DO YOU WANT TO GET WELL? (JOHN 5:1-14) The Ice Bucket Challenge is all over the papers, TV and internet. Participants from celebrities to businessmen and politicians are dared to have a bucket of iced water poured over their heads. Why? Many have forgotten. It is to raise money and improve ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Prepare To Repent

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 8, 2015

God will lead us through the deserts and wilderness of life. He will reveal his glory to us during the journey. His power will be felt where we are most vulnerable.

It was the day after Christmas. A church minister was looking at the nativity scene outside of his church when he noticed that the baby Jesus was missing from the figures. He turned toward the church to call the police when he saw a little boy with a red wagon, and in the wagon was the figure of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

Mark 6:14-28 "A Tortured Soul" Series

Contributed by Benjamin Hill on Feb 23, 2015

Verse by verse sermons through the Gospel of Mark

Mark 6:14-28 "A Tortured Soul" • A tragic story of sinful excess-vain boasting, evil intentions, deep convictions and faithful martyrdom... (read text) • This "interlude" in the narrative of Jesus' ministry, I believe, gives a clear example of the relevance of Jesus Christ! You may ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Chatterbox - Week 5 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 7, 2014

A 6 week look from the book, To Crash the Chatterbox from Steve Furtick. A look at how to crash the destructive noises satan places in our heart, spirit and mind.

Crash the Chatterbox - 5 Matthew 11:1-11 May 25, 2014 The story of John the Baptist is fascinating. We know John and Jesus are related, we don’t know exactly how, but they are related and John is a few months older than Jesus. John was sent to announce the coming of the Messiah, Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Who Do You Follow? Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 20, 2014

The contrast of Herod killing John the Baptist to Jesus feeding 5000 in Mark 6 is very revealing of the life of sin vs. a life of service. We must be totally devoted to Christ to live for Him, and cannot live like He is a convenience.

Who do you follow? Mark 6:14-44 Introduction - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” -- Key verse: Mark 10:45, “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” - For us to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Zechariah's Praise Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 8, 2014

Zechariah was a faithful servant for the Lord, but doubted God when an angel appeared to Him with great news. When God's promise was fulfilled, his first response was to PRAISE because of who God is. Will we do the same during this Christmas season?

2014 Christmas Series (December 7, 2014) Sermon 2 – Zechariah’s Praise Luke 1:5-25; 57-66; 67-80 Introduction - Obvious question: “What is Advent?” -- The word Advent means "coming" or "arrival." -- The focus of the entire season is the celebration of the birth of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-80

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus And The Sycophants Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 9, 2013

You might want to look up the word 'sycophant' in a dictionary. It well describes Jesus' opponents in this passage

Jesus and the Sycophants John 5:31-47 Introduction Last week we talked about the heated discussion that erupted between The Jews who were angry that Jesus had healed and done other work on the Sabbath and Jesus. The Jews got further enraged when Jesus answered them in a way in which He had ...read more

Scripture: John 5:31-47

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Witness And The Word Series

Contributed by Tim White on Apr 14, 2009

John the Baptist testified of Jesus Christ. His message was special because it was about a special topic, God in the flesh.

The Witness and the Word John 1:6-8, 15-36 * Overview of John the Baptist. A cousin of Jesus. Their mothers were cousins. * Luke 1 describes how Zacharias, a priest, and his wife, Elizabeth, were good folks, but childless and older. * An angel appeared to Zacharias during his rotation of burning ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-36, Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

Attitude Makes All The Difference Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 30, 2011

People can tell about your 'love' by the attitude by which you live your life. Love is an action effort, not just words... actions backed up with an attitude of love. How is your attitude today?

Sermon Brief Date Written: January 25, 2011 Date Preached: January 30, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Falling in Love With Jesus Sermon Title: It’s All in the Attitude! Sermon Text: John 3:22-36 [ESV] 22After this Jesus and his disciples went ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

The Twelve, Part 2

Contributed by Dino Rizzo on May 7, 2009

This is part two of a seven-part series studying Jesus’ disciples and the principles of discipleship. This message focuses on James and John.

Turn to your neighbor and say, "Jesus is here, and anything can happen." It’s a great day to be in church. We are going to be looking at some scriptures in the gospels, which give a recording of Jesus, the life of our Savior. It gives four different looks at the same scenario. We are going to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-56

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational