Sermons on John 5:38:

5 Witnesses Testifying On Jesus' Behalf (John 5:31-47) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 22, 2022

Jesus knows you need reasons to fully come to him, and commit to him. And so he points you to 5 witnesses, testifying to him.

Last week, we started working our way through John 5. In this chapter, AJ addresses two common Judean criticisms of Jesus. The first, is that Jesus is a lawbreaker-- a sinner. Jesus broke the Sabbath, and taught others to do the same. The second, is that Jesus "makes himself" equal to ...read more

Scripture: John 5:31-47

A Search For Magnificence Series

Contributed by Ray Geide on Jan 24, 2022

Jesus was the most magnificent person to ever walk this earth. Let that sink in: the most magnificent person. What did that look like? Today we are going to go on a search for the magnificence of Jesus.

A Search For Magnificence John 5:31-47 Jesus was the most magnificent person to ever walk this earth. Let that sink in: the most magnificent person. What did that look like? Was there a radiance coming off of Him? No, not usually. Were angels flying around announcing His magnificence? No. Yet, ...read more

Scripture: John 5:31-47

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Witness Protection Program Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Aug 2, 2024

Jesus offers us 3 witnesses: 1) human testimony, 2) the very things Jesus is doing, and lastly, 3) the Scriptures themselves. If you’re wondering if it’s crazy to believe Jesus is God, the same kinds of evidence they had is the same kind of evidence you have.

When your world is in chaos, do you think life is random? When your world is a snow globe shaken in every direction, do you feel as if there is no one who is in control? In the midst of chaos, Jesus steps forward to say, “I’ve got this.” We begin a series entitled “This Is Your Captain Speaking.” ...read more

Scripture: John 5:31-47

Denomination: Baptist

Can I Get A Witness?

Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Oct 10, 2018

Believe in the Person of Jesus Christ. Don’t become so involved in “religion” that you miss the Truth (Jesus)

And the Father who sent me has Himself borne witness about me. His voice you have never heard, his form you have never seen, John 5:37 ESV In following the movement of the scripture, in John chapter 5, we’ve seen what should have been viewed as a time of celebration for both the entire Jewish ...read more

Scripture: John 5:30-47

Denomination: Baptist

Search The Scriptures Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 9, 2026

This study emphasises the importance of diligently studying the Scriptures in order to understand God’s will and discover the revelation of Christ.

SEARCH THE SCRIPTURES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 5:31-47 Key Verse: “Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.” (John 5:39) Supporting Texts: Psalm 119:105; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Acts 17:11; Joshua 1:8 INTRODUCTION The ...read more

Scripture: John 5:31-47

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Messiah’s Confirmation, Part 1 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 23, 2025

Change takes confession, but it is not a matter of having "head knowledge", but inviting us to surrender fully to the calling of Jesus because He is truly: The Messiah! Will hear Christ's words today?

John, Part 16 Series: The Messiah’s Confirmation, Part 1 John 4:25-42 - Welcome to Seasons – intro – thankful you are here today; dismiss children - New series begins today: “The Messiah’s Confirmation”; 6 parts to this series -- Series helps us unpack some teachings, miracles, and ...read more

Scripture: John 5:25-42, Exodus 3:14, John 4:22, Romans 12:2, Luke 10:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Spiritual Birth Certificate PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

The importance of abiding in Jesus, walking in the Spirit, and emptying ourselves of our own will to be filled with God's will for His glory.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ! It's a joy to be with you all today, diving into the word of God. We will be focusing on two passages of scripture today: John 5:17-47 and 1 John 5:13. [Read passages] These passages remind us of the importance of abiding in Jesus, walking in the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:17-47, 1 John 5:13

Topics: Jesus, Saves

The Messiah’s Confirmation, Part 5 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 21, 2025

Even at Christmas we must remember that everything Jesus did was accomplished under the will of the Father who sent Him. This means that He has shown us what we are to do in order to live fully for God! Will we?

John, Part 20 Series: The Messiah’s Confirmation, Part 5 John 5:31-39 - Continue our series: “The Messiah’s Confirmation” (part 5 of 6 today) -- Purpose: Help us unpack teachings, miracles, & some incredible revelations - As we study Ch 5, keep this in mind: Jesus has all authority ...read more

Scripture: John 5:31-39, Luke 1:31-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can I Get A Witness?

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 26, 2002

A sermon from John as Jesus is telling us who has testified concerning Him!

INTRODUCTION  Ravi Zacharias in his book "Can Man live without God?" tells the following story. A young somewhat cocky cowboy was riding his horse one-day when he spied a hunched over old farmhand on a mule. Deciding to have a little fun the young cowboy drew his 6 shooter and told the old ...read more

Scripture: John 5:31-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Here's The Proof

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 5, 2002

Jesus proves His identity.

HERE’S THE PROOF John 5:30-47 S: Jesus Th: Witnesses to Jesus Pr: JESUS PROVES HIS IDENTITY. ?: How? KW: Witnesses (appealing to witnesses) TS: We will find in our study of John 5:30-47, four witnesses that Jesus uses to prove His identity. The ____ witness that Jesus uses to prove His identity ...read more

Scripture: John 5:30-47

Denomination: Baptist