Sermons on John 8:31-41:

Ordering My Steps In His Word

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jan 6, 2024

Every January many of us make decisions to change our lives in the upcoming year. For me, this year will be a re-emphasis on ordering my life according to God's Word.

I’ve been thinking about this year and the plans that the Lord has on the drawing board for me and for you. I understand clearly that He has a plan for me, I also understand that He can’t “download” the plan into my spirit, and ultimately, my life if I am not ready to receive it and walk in it. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:133, Psalm 32:8, John 8:32, Psalm 138:1-2, Jeremiah 15:16, Psalm 119:172  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Liberated By Truth: The Path To True Freedom John 8:31-32 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 15, 2024

In the words of Jesus found in John 8:31-32 (NLT), we discover a profound invitation to true freedom—a freedom rooted in the transformative power of His truth. Let us embark on a journey to understand the liberating truth that sets us free and transforms our lives.

Liberated by Truth: The Path to True Freedom In the words of Jesus found in John 8:31-32 (NLT), we discover a profound invitation to true freedom—a freedom rooted in the transformative power of His truth. Let us embark on a journey to understand the liberating truth that sets us free and ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32, James 1:22, John 8:32, John 8:31, Galatians 5:1, John 8:12, Psalm 119:105  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed Minds: Navigating The Mindset Of Philippians 4:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 25, 2024

Today we embark on a journey into the transformative words of Philippians 4:8. In a world bombarding us with various thoughts and influences, these verses illuminate the path to a renewed mindset through the transformative power of God's truth.

Transformed Minds: Navigating the Mindset of Philippians 4:8 Introduction: Today we embark on a journey into the transformative words of Philippians 4:8. In a world bombarding us with various thoughts and influences, these verses illuminate the path to a renewed mindset through the transformative ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, John 8:32, Psalm 119:160, 1 Peter 1:16, Psalm 51:10, Psalm 34:8, Colossians 3:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Warfare: Transformed By The Truth Ephesians 6:12-13 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 28, 2024

As we immerse ourselves in the truth of Ephesians 6:12-13, we enter the realm of spiritual warfare—the unseen battle that shapes the course of our lives. Today, let's explore the transformative truth that equips us for this ongoing struggle.

Spiritual Warfare: Transformed by the Truth Ephesians 6:12-13 Introduction: As we immerse ourselves in the truth of Ephesians 6:12-13, we enter the realm of spiritual warfare—the unseen battle that shapes the course of our lives. Today, let's explore the transformative truth that equips us for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12-13, Ephesians 6:12, Ephesians 6:13, 2 Corinthians 10:4, Ephesians 6:14-17, John 8:32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Free Indeed!

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Jan 28, 2024

This sermon exposes the blatant attack on religious liberty via the pandemic and the less than adequate response from the church. It encourages us to be watchful and aware of how the enemy is working to silence and control even God's people and what we can do to gain the victory!

Religious Liberty Sermon 2024 (Free Indeed!) It was Patrick Henry that once passionately exclaimed, “Give me liberty, or give me death! The obvious sentiment being that liberty, or freedom is well worth dying for. I don’t know about you, but I’m glad that he and the rest of our founding fathers ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36, Galatians 5:1, Psalm 119:45-48, Romans 15:4

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Four Characteristics Of A Strong Human Spirit Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 5, 2024

In order to care properly for our spirit, we must know what qualities a well-maintained human spirit should have. In this message, we process what condition the believer's spirit should be in so that the person fulfills God's will for his or her life.

Intro My objective for the next two messages is to instruct you on how to care for your spirit. Much is said about caring for your body. We need to eat right and exercise regularly if we want a strong, healthy body. Most of us know something about that, even if we don’t do what we know to do. But ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:11, Ephesians 3:16, Ephesians 5:18-21, 2 Corinthians 3:17, John 8:36, Acts 17:16-17, John 2:17, 1 Corinthians 6:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Who The Son Sets Free Is Free Indeed Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 16, 2024

We explore the incredible freedom we have in Jesus Christ. In John 8:36, Jesus declares, "So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.

In John 8:36, Jesus declares, "So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed." This verse reminds us that true freedom is found only in Christ. In John 8:36, Jesus declares, "So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed." But what does it mean to be set free by ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36

Face Off Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 21, 2017

A study of the Gospel of John 8: 31 - 59

John 8: 31 - 59 Face Off 31 Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him, “If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. 32 And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” 33 They answered Him, “We are Abraham’s descendants, and have never been in bondage to anyone. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-59

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Jesus- Delivering Freedom! Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 22, 2017

Jesus is the greatest deliverer of them all! Jesus delivers FREEDOM!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • In my view, one of the great deliveries in history is the gift the Founding Father’s gave to us when they defeated the British to give us the United States of America! • In the USA, we have enjoyed unprecedented freedom since the founding of our nation. • Washington, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:30-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Freedom In Christ

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Jul 1, 2017

Jesus came to set us free from the slavery sin brings and to bring us into the family and Kingdom of God.

FREEDOM IN CHRIST In the 1700s, Great Britain was the most powerful nation on the earth. It had the strongest armies and all the navies of the earth combined couldn’t match the British Navy. One thing we don’t talk about much, though, is that Britain was giant bully. They conquered most of the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36

Denomination: Baptist

What Makes Us Free?

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 3, 2017

A July 4th sermon that addresses three things the Bible says makes us free: The Scriptures, the Son and the Spirit.

What Makes Us Free? July 4th Sunday Sermon Chuck Sligh July 2, 2017 TEXT: We will examine three scriptures today, both in John 8. John 8:32 – “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:36 – “If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.” 2 ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32, John 8:36, 2 Corinthians 3:17

Denomination: Baptist

You Are A Slave The Question Is To Whom

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jul 4, 2017

The Scriptures are clear: We are either a slave to sin or we are a slave to righteousness. The opposite of rejecting God is not a freedom to be in charge of your own life. If you are not a slave to Righteousness you are a slave to SIN!

For those who are not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scriptures that are read before the Message. The Scriptures assigned for today are: Genesis 22:1-14, Psalm 89: 1-18; Romans 6:12-23 and Matthew 10:40-42. The following is a true story ... that I think speaks volumes... about us ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15, John 8:31-34, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 6:12-23

Denomination: Anglican

Overcomers Outreach Addiction Workshop

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 22, 2017

How to find freedom in Christ from all sorts of addictions, bad habits and sins.

OVERCOMER’S OUTREACH ADDICTION WORKSHOP THE CHURCH: A MUSEUM FOR SAINTS: I’ve been in a church where it wasn’t a safe place to admit your struggles with sin. You couldn’t be real, and when I struggled with sin, I couldn’t confess it to anyone. Then I read a book that revolutionized my ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32, Psalm 51:1-7

Denomination: *other

Knowing Christ

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Aug 3, 2017

Christ is imminently knowable, not just as he appeared in the flesh, but in his innermost character and as ultimate Truth.

Note 1: This sermon can be used as a companion sermon to "Knowing God," which is also posted on Sermon Central. They are not redundant, and may be used separately or presented on consecutive occasions. Note 2: I have developed some simple PowerPoint slides that I used in presenting this sermon. If ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-11, John 1:16-17, John 8:12-59

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Growing Conflict With The Devil’s Sons Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 9, 2017

After that, He declared to a group of Pharisees that he was the “Light of the World.” They called Him a liar, and said He only had His word for it and that wasn’t good enough. Jesus answered their accusation by declaring that His Father was One who ...

Jerusalem (Temple) Lesson: Growing Conflict With the Devil’s Sons John 8:21-59 (Isaiah 6:9) Jesus was a Jew and He was in Jerusalem for the Feast of Tabernacles; all males were required to attend this annual feast. He had gone to the temple to teach, but He was interrupted when a group, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:21-59

Denomination: Baptist