Sermons on John 6:16-21:

Faith Vs. Religion

Contributed by Rob Westlund on May 15, 2003

Faith sees Jesus and all that Jesus is. Religion sees what is comfortable and common

In Wyoming’s Fitzpatrick Wilderness at 11400 feet above sea level is the pristine shore of a nameless lake. This is where we join Mike Turner, a Presbyterian minister completing his sabbatical leave with a solo adventure with God. This adventure Mike called a “Wander in Wonder” was a 60 mile hike ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-60

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Finding Encouragement In The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Brian Oberg on Oct 18, 2000

I. Storms Are In Jesus’ Plan (vv.

I. Storms Are In Jesus’ Plan (vv. 16-18). (Jesus’ Private Actions Behind the Storm) 1. He is watching (v. 15 compared w/Mk. 6:48) 2. He is praying (compare Mk. 6:46) 3. He is delaying (for a reason - v. 17) II. Storms Are Under Jesus’ Power (vv. 19-20) (Jesus’ Public Actions in the Storm = word ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21

What Happened To The Crowd Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 27, 2003

This sermon examines the crowds reaction to Jesus’ miracle of feeding the 5000 and his teaching that followed. Their transition from an "excited" crowd to a "grumbling" crowd to an "offended" crowd is traced.

What Happened to the Crowd? Fortifying the Foundations #15 John 6:14-70(1) In John 6 a large number of people begin a journey with Jesus. They have experienced His goodness. They are among the 5000 men plus women and children who enjoy loaves and fishes courtesy of the King of Kings. Can you ...read more

Scripture: John 6:14-71, Deuteronomy 18:15

Denomination: Charismatic

It Happened At Night

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Apr 12, 2003

Between where we are now and where the Lord intends to take us, Between us and that Higher Plane of Living, Stands Some Sea of Challenge that Must be Crossed! The only way to get to the Capernaum of Excellence from the Bethsaida of Mediocrity is by way of

I need not pause to suggest how delighted I am to be in your midst. In the midst of erudite scholars like yourselves, I felt I ought to at least have an interesting introduction that sounded impressive with some big words. So I, like Al Louis Patterson who pastors the Corinth Church in Houston, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

Get On Board With Jesus Series

Contributed by James Bohrer on Dec 10, 2007

A message of the encouragement offered in the storms of life is we let Jesus into our life boat.

GETTING ON BOARD WITH JESUS! Jesus is the Sign of the Season (5) John 6:14-21 DECEMBER 9, 2007 A little boy was once asked what his favorite Bible story was? He thought for a moment and then said, “I’ve always liked the one where everyone just loafs around and fishes!” Well, that is ot exactly ...read more

Scripture: John 6:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Builds His Body 12 Ways Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Dec 31, 2007

Are you looking for short term fixes to your life or long term solutions? Are you looking for a leader to get you out of a jam or a savior to bring you into peace?

Years ago there was an ad campaign by a certain maker of bread: "Wonder, it builds a body 12 ways" or something like that. I sort of pictured this incredibly wonder-ful food that after you ate it you turned into Superman or something. In reality it was bread made of white flour. The problem with ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-29

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Life's Lessons On Faith Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Dec 31, 2007

Peter’s walk on the water. Life’s lessons on faith teach us to trust a Lord Who has life under control.

A farmer had a neighbor that was just absolutely negative, no matter what. If it was raining, the farmer would say to his neighbor, "Boy, look at it rain, God’s sort of washing everything clean." The neighbor would say, "Yeah, but if it keeps up it’s gonna flood." Then the sun would come out and ...read more

Scripture: John 6:15-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Jesus Said About God's Will Series

Contributed by Michael Wiley on Feb 11, 2009

From Genesis 1:1 to the end of Revelation, the Bible shows us God’s love for us and that He wants none to perish

“Jesus Said” What Jesus said about the Father “His Will” Michael Wiley February 08, 2009 John 6:37-40 Introduction: This Is Good The story is told of a king in Africa who had a close friend with whom he grew up. The friend had a habit of looking at every situation that ever occurred in his life ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-40, John 6:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wonder Bread Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 16, 2008

Jesus is the true Wonder Bread.

[To receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] The Taggart Baking Company of Indianapolis was planning to launch its 1.5 pound loaf of bread. But first, the new product needed a name and identity. Vice President Elmer Cline was charged with merchandising ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-71

Denomination: Baptist

Wonder Bread, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 22, 2008

The bread (manna) that the Israelites were fed in the desert foreshadowed Christ, the true bread from heaven.

[If you would like to receive a free weekly sermon by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] REVIEW Jesus took a little boy’s lunch and miraculously multiplied it to feed a crowd of five thousand men, plus women and children (John 6:1-13). Lesson: God can use anyone to do great ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-40

Denomination: Baptist

Wait For Jesus Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Feb 21, 2008

Many people are in a hurry in life, but we need to learn to wait for Jesus, especially when it comes to relationships - He is worth the wait!

Wait for Jesus! God is in the Storms Youth 021908 Have you ever been really scared, like you might die? When we are young, we may think we are invincible, but storms will come. Whenever we feel like life is a mess and nothing seems right, God is here with us in the middle of the storm. What ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do Not Be Afraid Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 4, 2008

God is to be feared, and not to be.

Scripture Introduction I was listening (a few days ago) to a sermon by Tim Keller, a PCA pastor in New York. He made (for me) a helpful distinction between looking at a truth and looking through it. Some think of Christianity as a dry and stagnant and intellectual exercise — a religion that ...read more

Scripture: John 6:15-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Provides For Every Need Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 11, 2008

God’s power and provisions are superabundant for those who trust and obey.

Scripture Introduction Only one of Jesus’ miracles is recorded by all four evangelists — Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. God chose to describe the person and work of his Son from four different angles, four perspectives. Each author brings a unique point of view to his account as each writes for a ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14, John 6:15-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Is Jesus Onboard

Contributed by Steven Glover on Aug 31, 2001

The differnce that Jesus makes when He boards the ship.

Text: John 6:15-21 15. When Jesus therefore perceived that they would come and take him by force, to make him a king, he departed again into a mountain himself alone. 16. And when even was now come, his disciples went down unto the sea, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Weathering Life's Storms Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Sep 15, 2005

Life preservers for the storms of life based on Christ’s miracle of walking on the water.

(NLT) When the people saw this miraculous sign, (the feeding of the 5,000) they exclaimed, "Surely he is the Prophet we have been expecting!" 15 Jesus saw that they were ready to take him by force and make him king, so he went higher into the hills alone. 16 That evening his disciples went down ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21

Denomination: Baptist