Sermons on John 5:16-24:

When Love Takes The Stand

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 11, 2025

(A Reflection on the Father’s Heart in the Final Judgment.) God’s judgment reveals His heart — justice fulfilled. Of

Introduction — The Courtroom of Grace Picture it quietly. The courtroom of heaven is not built of marble or gold but of light — pure, living light that exposes everything yet shames nothing. There is no jury box, no polished oak bench, no clatter of papers. Just a throne, and from it, a presence ...read more

Scripture: John 5:22, Revelation 5:12, 1 John 2:1, Romans 8:1, John 8:10-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

My Schedule Is A Hot Mess Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The main idea is to find time to rest, spend time with God, and give God control of our schedules to bring order to our chaotic lives.

Remember how God created the world in six days and then chilled on the seventh? He wasn't wiped out, but He wanted to show us that taking a break is important. So, we gotta find time to chill too. It's not just about catching some Z's, but also about taking a day to do something cool or just relax. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2-3, John 5:17

Topics: Time Management, Productivity, Work-Life Balance, Prioritization

What Is God Doing? Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Nov 26, 2024

God often works in unexpected ways and through unexpected means. We need to watch for His surprising actions and join Him in His mission to change the world.

You know the Christmas story, right? Baby Jesus, manger, shepherds, wise men - the works. But imagine being there. It was all so unexpected and weird. They must've been like, "What's God up to?" What's God up to? Imagine you're expecting a package. You're super excited, but when it arrives, it's in ...read more

Scripture: John 5:16-21

Topics: Divine Plans, Spiritual Growth, Faith Challenges, Miracles

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

Yep, I'm Salty! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Emphasize the unconditional love of God, the value He sees in each of us, and our responsibility to share the message of salvation.

Good morning, family. As we gather here today, let us remember the words of Jerry Bridges, who said, "God is completely sovereign. God is infinite in wisdom. God is perfect in love. God in His love always wills what is best for us. In His wisdom He always knows what is best, and in His sovereignty ...read more

Scripture: John 5:13-16

Topics: God's Love, Salvation

Starting From A Place Of Victory PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Through Jesus, we have the power to overcome any obstacle and live from a place of victory.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage from the Gospel of John that will help us discover the incredible victory we have in Jesus. Before we delve into the Scripture, I'd like to share a quote from C.S. Lewis, who once said, "God, who foresaw your tribulation, has ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-20

Topics: Victory, Christ

Servant Leadership PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 25, 2023

To explore the concept of servant leadership, emphasizing humility, sacrifice, and service as modeled by Jesus Christ, and encourages Christians to serve others.

Good morning, beloved family of Christ. As we gather here today, we find ourselves in the warm embrace of fellowship, united by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. It is in this sacred space that we come together to reflect upon the glorious truths of our faith. Today, we find ourselves drawn to ...read more

Scripture: John 5:19, Matthew 20:26-28, 1 Corinthians 9:19

Topics: Servant, Joy

Commemoration Of All Faithful Departed PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023

Explores the enduring connection with our departed loved ones, and God's role in helping us remember and honor them, while anticipating reunion.

Good morning, everyone! I hope you're all doing well and feeling blessed today. We're here to talk about something that's a bit heavy, but also incredibly important. It's about remembering those who have passed on before us, and about our own place in the grand scheme of things. Our scripture ...read more

Scripture: John 5:24-27

Topics: Remembering, Gone Before Us

The Word Gives Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2025

Jesus’ promise gives present assurance of eternal life, freeing us from guilt and fear, and inviting us to trust fully in His finished work.

Some words rearrange a room, don’t they? A doctor says, “It’s benign,” and shoulders drop. A coach calls your name, and you run to the field. A judge declares, “You’re free to go,” and the hallway home seems shorter. Words can wrap around us like a warm blanket on a windy night. And then there are ...read more

Scripture: John 5:24

Topics: Abide, God's Word, Power

My Schedule Is A Hot Mess Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will provide practical steps from the Bible to manage a hectic schedule in a healthy way that honors God.

Good morning church. Welcome back to another week of worship. We are continuing our series called, “Hot Mess.” Last week we defined what a hot mess is, but maybe this is a brand new phrase to you. Essentially, this phrase is popular in culture to describe something (or someone) that is out of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2-3, John 5:17

Topics: Time Management, Faith Trust, Healthy Living

Sermon Series: Hot Mess