Sermons on John 4:5-42:

The Joy Of Serving God Series

Contributed by Rob Willis on Dec 20, 2006

A different message on JOY (the theme of the third week of Advent) that focuses on joy that comes from serving God.

It’s the 3rd week of Advent – have you been keeping up at home? I hope so. Today’s topic is JOY. Just as in the past weeks with peace and hope, JOY is a huge subject that we will barely scratch the surface of today. But I want to use a great story from John 4 to show you one way that Jesus said you ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-39

Denomination: Baptist

Worship Today

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jan 4, 2007

Jesus introduces a shift in worship, focusing worship on the spiritual instead of the physical. The future of worship as Jesus was describing it would be a spiritual more than a ritual activity.

Worship today John 4:19-24 The original worship must have been amazing. Eve and Adam, surrounded by the Garden of Eden, something between a botanical garden and an orchard. Discussions at dusk of keeping trees, naming animals, new things they tried, and gratitude for the bounty and beauty they ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-24

Denomination: Mennonite

Who Wants A Glass?

Contributed by Carmen Trevino on Jan 13, 2007

Everything in the natural world only satisfies us temporarily.Drink from a new cup that will satisfy you forever.

Ex. I remember when I started school for the first time. I couldn’t wait to go to school. I remember thinking- I am going to get to have homework and everything! It’s going to be great! So I went to school and everything was cool, but pretty soon school wasn’t all that I thought it was cracked up ...read more

Scripture: John 4:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Worship

Contributed by Bill Naugle on Jan 16, 2007

“The hour is come and now is, when the true worshipers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth; for the Father is looking for such to worship Him. God is Spirit; and they that worship Him must worship in spirit and in truth.” John 4:23-24

Biblical Worship “The hour is come and now is, when the true worshipers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth; for the Father is looking for such to worship Him. God is Spirit; and they that worship Him must worship in spirit and in truth.” John 4:23-24 1. The time is now - ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

Acaba La Obra: En Mi Vida

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Jan 17, 2007

Tenemos que terminar lo que hemos empezado

ACABA LA OBRA: EN MI VIDA Jn 4:34 “Jesús les dijo: Mi comida es que haga la voluntad del que me envió, y que acabe su obra.” INTRO: I. CARACTERES CARNALES A. Isa. 3:9 “9 La apariencia de sus rostros testifica contra ellos; porque como Sodoma publican su pecado, no lo disimulan. ¡Ay del alma de ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Finish His Work: In His Service

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Jan 17, 2007

Finish the work that we have started in the Lord Jesus

FINISH HIS WORK: IN HIS SERVICE John 4:34 INTRO: I. IT IS A HIGH CALLING A. It is a privilege 1. Mat 22:14 “For many are invited, but few are chosen.” B. It is an honor 1. 1 Tim 5:17 “ The elders who direct the affairs of the church well are worthy of double honor, especially those whose work ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Seis Pasos Para El Iglecrecmiento

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Jan 17, 2007

Como puede la Iglesia Crecer

SEIS PASOS PARA EL IGLECRECMIENTO Juan 4:41 INTRO: Empieza en el rema espiritual. Cuando lo vez con los ojos espirituales empieza a suceder. No tenemos tiempo para ver hacia atrás debemos ver hacia delante, debemos ir hacia delante. Vamos a tratar con 6 Pasos en como llenar la Iglesia. Gente ...read more

Scripture: John 4:41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

One Audience Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jan 22, 2007

We live out oneness by keeping our focus on God (an apologetic for our blended style of worship).

ONE AUDIENCE: LIVING THE UNITY WE HAVE BEEN GIVEN John 4.24 S: Unity C: Worship Th: Living the Unity We Have Been Given Pr: WE LIVE OUT ONENESS BY KEEPING OUR FOCUS ON GOD. ?: How? How do we focus on God? KW: Elements TS: Based on our understanding of John 4.24, we will review three elements ...read more

Scripture: John 4:24

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Be Dream Builders

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 22, 2007

There are Well Poisoner, Grass Cutters, and Dream Builders. Which one are you?

Introduction 1. If you have ever visited the Epcot Center in Orlando, Florida, then you probably found it to be interesting, informative, and entertaining. a. The research, time and money that went into a place such as this are mind-boggling. b. When the Epcot Center was dedicated, Eric ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34-35, John 4:34

Denomination: Baptist

A Personal Thing Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on May 8, 2006

4th in the series "Near to His Heart: The Gospel of John." Christianity is a personal experience.

I remember as I was growing up hearing my parents say to me on more than one occaision, "Just wait until you have kids of your own, then you’ll understand." I don’t suppose that any of your parents ever said anything like that to you, but mine said it regularly. The thing that is so frustrating ...read more

Scripture: John 4:39-42

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Exaltation Factor Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on May 15, 2006

True worship draws people to Christ

(this message is a re-working of the 40 Days of Purpose message on worship) SERIES: “THE GROWTH FACTORS” TEXT: JOHN 4:20-24 TITLE: “THE EXALTATION FACTOR” INTRODUCTION: A. We’ve been studying in our series “The Growth Factors” for quite some time ...read more

Scripture: John 4:20-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Overcoming The Problem Of Procrastination

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 26, 2006

Some people think to themselves, "Do it tomorrow - you’ve made enough mistakes for today." Procrastination is the fertilizer that makes difficulties grow.

Overcoming the Problem of Procrastination Some people think to themselves, "Do it tomorrow - you’ve made enough mistakes for today." "A diet is what you keep putting off while you keep putting on. No farmer ever plowed a field by turning it over in his mind. The kindness planned for ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34-36, John 10:31-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming A Soul Winner

Contributed by Tim Parsons on May 27, 2006

This message deals with soul winning, and bring people to christ

.” Becoming a soul winner with Jesus. John 4:1 – 42. In the third chapter of the Gospel of John, we meet a man named Nicodemus. He was a lost religious Jew who wanted to talk to Jesus. He came to Jesus at night so no one would see him. In the fourth chapter of the Gospel of John, we ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Church Of God

The Journey Of The Heart, Part 2 Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Jun 8, 2006

The Journey of the Heart requires worshiping in spirit and in truth.

Life Quest “The Journey of the Heart, Part 2” June 11, 2006 Introduction: Last week we began a series looking at what we are to be about as a church and what it is that Christ has called us to. Last week and this week really focus on the first part of our church mission statement: “To ...read more

Scripture: John 4:20-24

Denomination: Baptist

Our Purpose: Worship Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 8, 2006

As the Body of Christ we are to worship God because He, and He alone, is worthy of praise.

Our Purpose: Worship Text: Jn. 4:24; Eph. 5:19-20; Heb. 10:25 Introduction 1. Read Jn. 4:19-24 2. "Most people think of the church as a drama," Dr. James Kennedy said, "with the minister as the chief actor, God as the prompter, and the laity as the critic. What is actually the case is that ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

Denomination: Methodist