Sermons on John 7:14-52:

Where There's Rivers

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 2, 2002

Jesus declared that out of our belly will flow ’Rivers.’ This message explores the impact of such rivers in our lives and walk with God

“Where There’s Rivers” John 7:37-39 INTRO: 1.It was the feast of tabernacles, a feast that represented God’s provisions for his people in the wilderness wanderings and during this feast there was a special ritual that I believe Jesus used to reveal how he was the fulfillment of what they were ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

Justice From Within

Contributed by Carla Powell on Mar 2, 2002

Overview of Nicodemus’ role in the gospel of John, particularly John 3:1-17 and John 7:51. Encourages hearers to get involved on behalf of God’s justice - even if they are the sole voice speaking out.

February 24, 2002 - Second Sunday in Lent (A) "Justice from Within" - John 3:1-17 Grace be to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. In our gospel lesson, Nicodemus, a leader of the Pharisees, comes to Jesus at night. He has some questions for Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17, John 7:49-51

Denomination: Lutheran

A Drink For A Dehydrated Soul

Contributed by Ryan Johnson on Mar 6, 2002

Creating spiritual hunger in your people

A Drink For A Dehydrated Soul (JOHN 7:37 & John 4:4-14) (Christian Life, Spirituality) (Ded/Exp) INTRODUCTION: Have you ever been thirsty? I don’t mean the average thirst where a drink of water sounds good after a long walk or after working in the garden on a hot summer day. I mean ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-14, John 7:37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let It Flow

Contributed by Robert Thomas on Mar 12, 2002

A message about Revival. Our need to expect God to work today and a glimpse at what that will look like

Let It Flow John 7:37-39 37 On the last and greatest day of the Feast, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice, "If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink. 38 Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, streams of living water will flow from within him." 39 By this he meant the ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Kind Of Student Am I? Teacher?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 26, 2002

We look at what I have learned as a student and teacher.

WHAT AM I LEARNING? TEACHING? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: John 7:15 And the Jews marvelled saying, How knoweth this man letters,’having never learned? Phil. 4:9 Those things which ye have both learned and received and heard and seen in me, DO: and the God of peace shall be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:9-11, John 7:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Second Hand Religion

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 10, 2001

The need for a personal Savior

Second-Hand Religion If you grew up in a large family, you know exactly what hand-me-downs or second hand items are. If you grew up in the Depression Era, and you were the third son or daughter, your clothes might have been a bit threadbare after going through the wear and tear of two siblings. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-6, John 7:17, Revelation 6:15-17, Psalm 118:8, Matthew 8:5-10, Matthew 7:21-23, Matthew 24:23-26, Matthew 15:21-28, Matthew 15:1-9, John 7:17-18, Titus 3:9, John 3:3, John 16:13, James 5:14, James 1:5, Hebrews 5:12, Hebrews 4:10, Acts 17:10-12, Luke 10:38-42, Romans 1:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Hearing In Your Belly Series

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Mar 27, 2001

To build a relationship with God, we must hear His voice. He is speaking to us but are we really listening?

March 21st, 1999 The Voice of the Spirit Part I “You Can Hear Better With Your Belly Than Your Ears.” Deut 8:3 "So He humbled you, allowed you to hunger, and fed you with manna which you did not know nor did your fathers know, that He might make you know that man shall not live by bread alone; ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39, Deuteronomy 8:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Teaches Openly Series

Contributed by Robert Galasso on Feb 18, 2002

People were amazed at the teaching of Jesus and wondered about the source of his wisdom.

Introduction: The people were "amazed" at the teaching of Jesus and wondered where such knowledge came from. After all, Jesus had not studied as the "other religious" leaders had. I. Jesus Teaches The word "teach" means "to instruct by word." It is the ability to influence the understanding ...read more

Scripture: John 7:10-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Water

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 24, 2002

Tie the statement of Christ in John 7 to its historical context by expounding the feast of tabernacles celebration that was the context of those statements.

I. FEASTS CELEBRATED BY ALL MEN IN ISRAEL A. FEAST OF UNLEAVENED BREAD — PASSOVER — COMMEMORATED THE DELIVERANCE FROM EGYPT, SPARED FROM DEATH ANGEL. THEY HAD TO LEAVE EGYPT IN SUCH A HURRY THEY DID NOT HAVE TIME TO LET THEIR BREAD RISE. B. FEAST OF WEEKS (PENTECOST) — FEAST OF THE HARVEST ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Church Of God

7 Invitations Of Jesus

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 6, 2002

We look at invitations, the seven invitations Jesus extended.

PONDER INVITATIONS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Matthew 11:28 Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest! John 7:37 Jesus stood and cried, saying ... if any man thirst let him COME unto Me, and DRINK ... John 21:12 Jesus said unto them, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28, John 7:37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Come And Drink

Contributed by Stephan Brown on May 16, 2002

Demonstrates the fulfillment that comes through the Living Water of God to those who are spiritually thirsty. Can have evangelistic application as well as application for hurting believers.

Come and Drink John 7:37-39, “37 On the last day, the climax of the festival, Jesus stood and shouted to the crowds, "If you are thirsty, come to me! 38 If you believe in me, come and drink! For the Scriptures declare that rivers of living water will flow out from within." F33 39 (When he said ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39, John 4:4-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Is Jesus?

Contributed by Mark Hodges on Jun 14, 2001

Many question, but the truth needs to be known of "Who is Jesus."

WHO IS JESUS? Matthew 16:13-17 Introduction: All the way through the book of Matthew these disciples have been with Jesus. „h They have heard the Lord Jesus teach. „h They have seen the miracles which Jesus performed. They have observed His behavior. Now, Jesus comes to the point of asking His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-17, John 7:46

Denomination: Baptist

The Will Of God

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 17, 2001

Are you in His will?

The Will of God We have made the will of God into something mystical and foggy. Therefore we are always looking for it, guessing about it, worrying that we missed, etc. I believe that we miss the specific will of God in our lives because we are ignorant or disobedient to His general will. If ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, John 7:17

Denomination: Baptist

Seeing The Authority Of Jesus

Contributed by John Stevenson on Oct 18, 2000

1. YOU CAN ONLY SEE CHRIST‚S AUTHORITY WHEN YOU AGREE TO FOLLOW THAT AUTHORITY (7:17).

1. YOU CAN ONLY SEE CHRIST‚S AUTHORITY WHEN YOU AGREE TO FOLLOW THAT AUTHORITY (7:17). 2. YOU CAN ONLY SEE CHRIST‚S AUTHORITY WHEN YOU STOP SEEKING TO BUILD YOUR OWN (7:18). 3. YOU CAN ONLY SEE CHRIST‚S AUTHORITY WHEN YOU GIVE UP YOUR HYPOCRISY (7:19-20). 4. YOU CAN ONLY SEE CHRIST‚S AUTHORITY ...read more

Scripture: John 7:14-31

What Are Miracles For? Series

Contributed by James Jackson, Ii on Dec 12, 2000

Miracles are not for believers

Miracles – historic events or natural phenomena which appear to violate natural laws. A marvelous event or an event that causes wonder.  Miracles should be distinguished from works of providence (skill or wisdom). In the biblical events strictly regarded as miracles, the ...read more

Scripture: John 7:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational