Sermons on John 3:1-26:

You Must Be Born Again

Contributed by Willie Richard, Jr on Dec 28, 2002

Explaination of the process of baptism and rebirth to new converts.

Little Rock Baptist Church August 18, 2002 Baptism Service- Ella Harris, Myles Davis, Derrick Davis Scripture: John 3:1-3 You must be born again! As Pastor of this great church, my first opportunity to pastor I might add, I often pray that God will bless us with new members. And I also pray ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

3 Questions That Need Answered

Contributed by Steven Cook on Dec 29, 2002

This sermon is geared at presenting a clear, concise presentation of the Gospel to the lost.

“3 Important Questions” John 3:1-3; 14-18 I. Introduction A. Read John 3:1-3; 14-18 B. Notice vs. 17 – “3 World’s of John 3:17”: (also found in John 1-2; and 1 John Ch. 1) 1. World that WAS 2. World that IS 3. World that is TO COME C. The problem today is same as then – MOST love the wrong ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Pitch

Contributed by Richie Oswald on Jan 1, 2003

I am not a salesman trying to sell you a new way of life. I am a spokesman telling you the truth about the life available to you.

(NKJV) Jesus answered and said to him, "Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God." I do not write sermons nor do I preach sermons under the pretext of being a salesman trying to sell you a better way of life. That would lessen the quality of the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3

Denomination: Baptist

Just A Rendezvous....or Is It A Relationship?

Contributed by Wm. Darryl Scott Sr D.d. on Jan 2, 2003

MANY DON’T WANT TO TRY JESUS. JESUS WAS SAYING TO NICODEMUS, WHY DON’T YOU COME OUT OF THE DARK INTO THE MARVELOUS LIGHT. I DON’T WANT RENDEZVOUS,..I WANT A RELATIONSHIP WITH YOU!

JUST A RENDEZVOUS….. OR A RELATIONSHIP? JOHN 3:1-5 PRAYER: HEAVENLY FATHER, WE PRAY THAT YOU ALLOW YOUR PRESENCE TO BE MADE MANIFEST IN THIS PLACE. LET YOUR HOLY SPIRIT FILL THIS PLACE THAT WE MAY WORSHIP YOU IN SPIRIT AND IN TRUTH. YOU ARE OUR STRENGTH, YOU ARE ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

What Does Love Motivate You To Do?

Contributed by Anthony Hodge on Jan 10, 2003

As person’s embrace this verse of scripture, individuals are being challenged to emulate what was done on their behalf.

What does love motivate you to do (John 3:16) It could be said that John 3:16 is one of the most quoted and recognizable verses of scripture in the Bible. It can be seen on bulletin boards while traveling on the highway. It is displayed on signs at athletic events. It is seen in a number of ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Methodist

You Must Be Born Again Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Apr 28, 2003

You must be born again. Don’t be bitten by the ways of man who look to natural remedies for our separation from God. Don’t come and tell God you’ll do better. Simply look to Jesus with belief and receive him as Lord.

You Must Be Born Again John 3:1-21 Pastor Jim Luthy Not long after I became a believer, I sat down in a Denny’s restaurant and told a friend of mine about Jesus. He grew up in a Catholic home and was a bit familiar with the things I shared with him. He was a decent man and listened respectfully. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Search For Grace Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 29, 2003

None of us should become so familiar with God’s grace that we stop searching for it or appreciating it. ­

The Search for Grace This past week I had the opportunity to lead chapel services at Evenglow Retirement Center. Since I was scheduled for every day this week, I decided to speak on the theme of grace. On Monday, when I was meeting with the piano player before the service to pick out some hymns, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Saved By Grace

Contributed by Shane Hodge on May 2, 2003

How grace can change your life and Ungrace can ruin it.

Saved By Grace. Sunday 30th Of March 2003 St Andrews Church Written By Shane J.Hodge Disciple of Christ. Scriptures: Ephesians 2.1-10 Numbers 21. 4-9 John 3. 14-21 For it is by grace that you are saved, through faith and this is not from yourselves it is a ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21, Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Abc's Of Salvation And The Christian Life

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 19, 2003

How to become a Christian and How to walk the Christian life.

1. ACKNOWLEDGE YOUR NEED a. AGREE with God that you have sinned. (Romans 3:23; Psalm 51:5; Genesis 6:5; Ecclesiastes 7:20) b. ADMIT your need that you cannot save yourself. (Romans 3:20, 28; Galatians 2:16; 3:11; Isaiah 59:2; 64:6; Romans 6:23; James 1:15) c. ACCEPT God’s provision in Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:7

Denomination: Baptist

Twelve Great Promises From John 3:16

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 21, 2003

Utilize the power of the twelve great promises contained in the most well known verse in the Bible.

Why John 3:16 offers the Greatest of the Great John 3:16 gives us twelve of the greatest gifts every given. (See the following list) Illustration:A certain medieval monk announced he would be preaching next Sunday evening on "The Love of God." As the shadows fell and the light ceased to come in ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Greatest Father Ever

Contributed by Don Schultz on May 22, 2003

God our Heavenly Father, shows who really is the greatest father on Father’s Day.

John 3:1-17 THE GREATEST FATHER EVER Today is Father’s Day. Do you know the origin of Father’s Day? The first widely promoted Father’s Day celebration was held in Spokane, Washington, on June 19, 1910. A woman named Louise Dodd envisioned the event as a special religious service that involved ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Salvation

Contributed by Charles Banks on May 22, 2003

Explains the power of salvation as well as addresses the 6 pertinent questions dealing with salvation (who, what, when, where, why, how)!

Salvation There are some very important questions about salvation that need to be totally understood: 1. What is salvation? 2. Who is eligible to receive salvation and be saved? 3. When does salvation begin? 4. Where can salvation take place? 5. Why is salvation so important? 6. How can I be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-13, John 3:16-18

Denomination: Christian Church

Born Again

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on May 26, 2003

What it means to be born again

I. To become a TRUE Christian One must be born again. 1. John 3:1-7 a. We must be born of the water and the Spirit. This water is not speaking of water baptism but of the Word of God (1 Pet. 1:23; James 1:18; 1 Cor. 4:15; Eph. 5:25-27). b. There is only ONE avenue into heaven ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-7

Death Of Christ

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on May 26, 2003

Understanding the death of Christ

I. The Wrath Of God Upon Sin 1. Man’s transgression brought sin and death into the world. a. Gen. 2:17; Rom. 3:9-18, 23; 5:12, 19; 6:23; 1 Kings 8:46; Gal. 3:22; Isa. 53:6 2. God is a HOLY God. He cannot overlook sin and allow it to go unpunished. All sin is a transgression of ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

What It Means To Be Born Again

Contributed by Joe Nordyke on May 28, 2003

So many people clam to be born again, but do they really know what it means

What it means to be born again John 3:1-7 There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God, for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with him. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal