Sermons on John 3:15-19:

"We Need Only Trust God"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 25, 2006

There is need not fear coming into the light of Christ.

John 3:14-21 Ephesians 2:1-10 “We Need Only Trust God” By: Revernd Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org When Martin Luther was printing his translation of the Bible in Germany, pieces of the printed Scripture fell to the floor. A ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Denomination: United Methodist

The Cross Is No Idol

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Mar 25, 2006

4th Sunday in Lent, Series B. Although Hezekiah had to smash the serpent Moses made of bronze, the cross of Christ is forever our salvation.

4th Sunday in Lent March 26, 2006 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, as we move through this season of Lent, and closer to our remembrance of your Son’s ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Faith In The Shadows?

Contributed by Paul Humphrey on Mar 27, 2006

This sermon provides a look at Nicodemus coming to visit Jesus at night. In life, we are called to stand in the light and we are called to be light.

Faith in the Shadows? Fourth Sunday in Lent 2006 Dr. Paul G. Humphrey Go to the following site if you would like to listen to the sermon in audio format: http://www.forministry.com/USTNUMETCVFUMC/Sermon.dsp?sermonsite_action=view_sermon&sermonsite_sermonid=10198 Have you ever cleaned your ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Religion & Relationship

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 10, 2007

How do we enter the Kingdom? Many who think they know, do not know.

The story of Nicodemus is one of the best known stories of the Bible, and it comes to a close with one of the most often quoted passages in the Bible, John 3:16: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life” ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Born Again

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 17, 2006

A message about the New Birth as Jesus confronted Nicodemus.

BORN AGAIN John 3:1-21 INTRO: Charles Colson emerged as a prominent figure of the Watergate scandal. He served as counsel to the president for Richard Nixon. Colson wanted power, and he was willing to do ruthless things to get that power. His actions sent him to prison, and in prison he realized ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

La Red Series

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Nov 17, 2006

Una herramienta para presentar el evangelio

La Red Juan 3:16 Intro. No todos hemos ido a pescar alguna vez. No a todos nos gusta pescar. Quizá no nos gusta porque pensamos que el mar es peligroso; nos mareamos con facilidad cuando estamos en un barco; no nos gusta el olor del pescado; no tenemos paciencia para esperar que capturemos unos ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Gift Above All Others

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 7, 2006

Receive the Christmas gift from God. Appreciate the heart of the Giver. Understand that the love of God is all we need. Cultivate a grateful heart. Be thankful to God for His blessings.

All of us receive gifts – at birthdays, Christmas or even lucky draws. • We have the experience of receiving a gift and knowing the joy of receiving a gift. • I believe we remember some, but not all the gifts we’ve received. • Can you remember all the gifts you’ve received last Christmas? Maybe ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

He Came To Be Our Deliverer

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Dec 7, 2006

What a mess we are in. And we aren’t even aware of it! The whole purpose of Christmas was to respond to our need for deliverance.

Passage: John 3:10-21 Intro: Someone has said, “Ignorance is bliss.” PP to which Thomas Gray responded, “If ignorance is bliss, tis folly to be wise.” PP Cater Burwell has continued the thread, “If not bliss, ignorance can at least be fun.” PP but Philip Wylie has ended the discussion for me: ...read more

Scripture: John 3:10-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How To Change For Good

Contributed by Greg Laurie on Nov 29, 2006

I suggest we don’t always know as much as we think we do. And sometimes we miss the obvious. Here in John 3, Jesus reveals something that that is an ESSENTIAL truth of life. So much so, that to miss it is to MISS EVERYTHING. If you don’t get this one rig

“How to Change for Good” John 3. There are certain things we ALL KNOW in life. You don’t Tug on Superman’s cape. You don’t Spit into the wind. You don’t tug on the mask of the old Lone Ranger AND? I suggest we don’t always know as much as we think we do. And sometimes we miss the obvious. Here ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-26

The Meaning Of Christmas: Love Series

Contributed by Doug Warren on Nov 25, 2006

#1 in series leading up to Christmas. Deals with God’s love: the origin, objects, operation, and outcome of God’s love. Simple sermon for seekers.

Intro: 5 am...day after Thanksgiving, shoppers pushing, shoving, trampling over one another to get bargains on merchandise. Cashiers cursed by customers because they made a mistake, moms yelling at kids, kids crying because they’re tired, dads stressed out seeing bills forthcoming. Conceal your ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Born Again!

Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 13, 2006

This message centers on the discussion between Jesus and Nicodemus and the importance of being "born again."

Born Again John 3:1-18 1 Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a member of the Jewish ruling council. 2 He came to Jesus at night and said, "Rabbi, we know you are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the miraculous signs you are doing if God were not with ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, The Portrait Of God Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Mar 15, 2006

This sermon takes a closer look at Jesus and hopefully a new perspective on who He was.

Jesus, the Portrait of God! Museum of Art University of Missouri Portrait art work Tells you something about the person Military, etc… So how do you know God? You look at His portrait Jesus is the portrait of God’s love and grace! John 3:16 Ahh, love! Love- strong, passionate affection for ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Timeless Truths To Help Your Grief

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 16, 2006

Funeral sermon for a 26-year-old man who had a tragic illness and death.

Funeral Service for Stuart Morse Kilpatrick Funeral Home / McClendon Baptist Church Sermon by: Rick Crandall March 13, 2006 Outline: *Life can be extremely hard, but there are 3 eternal truths that can help you in the days ahead... 1. The 1st timeless truth is that God is good. (Ps 25:6-7, Ps ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

God's Christmas Gift

Contributed by Michael Karpf on Dec 12, 2005

We celebrate Christmas because of God’s gift..His only begotten Son

This year I have experienced many firsts. Last week was my first Karaoke. It was fun! Some of my English students took me and we had a great time. We sang Beatles, Simon and Garfunkel, Carpenters, Elvis Presley songs of many years ago. My students also sang a couple of Enca songs. I liked ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God's Offer

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Dec 13, 2005

God offers salvation for all, for free and forever!

I. GOD OFFERS SALVATION FOR ALL! What an abundance of Scripture proves this truth. Here are some samples, taken almost as random: “for this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior; who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth” (I Timothy 2:3, 4). ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist