Sermons on John Donne:

Dollars And Jesus Sense Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 31, 2016

Jesus teaches us about money/stewardship. A great formula for being a good steward is to: 1. Gain all we can 2. Save all we can 3. Invest in the lives of others all that we can (Adapted from John Wesley's Sermon on Money)

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13 ; Ephesians 4:28; Psalm 79:1-9 Theme: Stewardship Title: Dollars and Jesus Sense Jesus teaches us about money/stewardship. A great formula for being a good steward is to: 1. Gain all we can 2. Save all we can 3. Invest in the lives of others all that we can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Knowing The Truth (Part 2)

Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 25, 2008

Christianity in a postmodern world.

I hope to come to you soon, but I am writing these things to you so that, if I delay, you may know how one ought to behave in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, a pillar and buttress of truth. THE OCCASION FOR WRITING During Paul’s second missionary journey (a mission ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Denomination: Congregational

What Do You Do With A Dead Jesus? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 20, 2021

When Jesus died, no one expected Him to rise from the dead. But if you don't believe Jesus is coming back from the dead, what do you do with a dead Jesus?

OPEN: Back when I was in High School, I had a poem by John Donne on a poster on my wall that looked like parchment paper. It was cool, and the words sounded impressive. The last few words of the poem read this way: “Each man's death diminishes me, for I am involved in mankind. Therefore, send ...read more

Scripture: John 19:31-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Do You Live; How Will You Die? Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Sep 26, 2004

The first of a two-part series on "The Rich Man and Lazarus," this is a salvation message that looks at the comfort of heaven in contrast to the agony of hell.

HOW DO YOU LIVE; HOW WILL YOU DIE? --LUKE 16:19-31; PSALM 49:16-20; PSALM 52:5-7 To be a disciple of Jesus Christ, He must be number one in our lives. We’ve seen that emphasized so clearly these past several weeks in the teachings of Jesus found in this section of the Book of Luke. We first of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Methodist

Message - 1john 1:1 – John’s Testimony Of Personal Interaction Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 4, 2022

John writes tenderly to the Christians, a wonderful letter of truth and encouragement. He testifies truthfully to all he had seen and heard and touched. This letter came 65 years after the Ascension but the Lord's presence with John was as real as ever.

MESSAGE - 1John 1:1 – JOHN’S TESTIMONY OF PERSONAL INTERACTION INTRODUCTION We are going to embark on a journey of exploration in the First Letter of John with select passages from this letter. John is a very loving writer and had an intimate knowledge of his Lord that remained and matured over ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1, 1 John 1:4, John 3:29, John 15:11, John 16:24, John 1:4, John 1:1, John 15:26-27, John 21:24, John 20:11-18, Revelation 1:17-18, Revelation 1:6-8, Galatians 2:20, John 17:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Evidence Of True Love

Contributed by Mark Beaird on May 14, 2003

Note the reasons that the love of God motivates our hearts to action.

THE EVIDENCE OF LOVE © 2001 Mark Beaird Text: 1 John 3:16-18 What is your picture of someone who is truly poor? In Hollywood there is an exclusive school attended by children of movie stars, producers, and directors. Asked to write a composition on the subject of poverty, one little girl ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

One Mission: Love

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 22, 2011

Love will draw you, change you, and save you.

Sunday, January 18, 2009 One Mission: Love Text: 1 John 4: 7 – 12 One Mind in 2009 will be an underlining theme in all we do. Some will say that it is a cute statement, catchy statement, or even a crude statement to that, I will point you to the Book of James in the first chapter you will ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Send Not To Know For Whom The Bell Tolls

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 7, 2010

Ash Wednesday gives us what may be our last Lenten opportunity to repent and turn back to God.

Ash Wednesday Homily 2010 2 Cor 5:20 - 6:2 The great bell called St Ferdinand at our diocesan cathedral tolls solemnly several times each month. Many years ago I heard the toll as my father’s casket was slowly pushed out toward its ultimate resting place. Each day the low sound of bells ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

How To Pray For The Lost

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 15, 2003

John Edmiston’s sermon teaches us a great deal about the power and efficacy of praying for the lost as an evangelistic strategy.

How To Pray For The Lost (Sermon by John Edmiston) Many of us - if not all of us , owe our conversion to friends and family who prayed us into the Kingdom. Prayer is the big weapon for the salvation of souls. Argument and debate without prayer is dry and fruitless. Do not spend all your time ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The 7, "I Am’ S” In John’s Gospel

Contributed by William D. Brown on Dec 10, 2008

Today I want to talk for a little while on the 7 "I AM’S" that we find in the gospel of John. Let me point out first of all that the number [7] in the Bible is the number of completion and perfection, and certainly every thing about the Lord Jesus was a

JOHN 6:35 THE 7 “I AM’ S” IN JOHN’S GOSPEL JOHN 6:35 And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger;-- Today I want to talk for a little while on the “7 I AM’S” that we find in the gospel of John. Let me point out first of ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35

Denomination: Baptist

The Incarnation Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 20, 2002

1) The Word 2) became flesh 3) and dwelt among us A sermon looking at the the theology and implications of Jesus becoming flesh... being born.

“The word became flesh, and dwelt among us”- The Incarnation Jn 1:1-14 Sun 22.12.02am It was late at night and Heidi, who was expecting her second child, was home alone with her 3 year old daughter, Katelyn. Heidi started to go into labour and called 911. Due to a power outage at the time, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

10 Ways Heaven Will Be A Blast

Contributed by Peter Pilt on Apr 30, 2019

Ever Been Concerned That Heaven Might be Downright Boring:- 10 Ways Heaven Will be a Blast

Ever thought that Heaven might be boring. I mean the concept of an eternal worship service just doesn’t really light my fire. Don’t get me wrong. I am not being irreverent or dishonouring of God, I just think the traditional concept that we are going to walk around on clouds with harps for all ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3, Revelation 19:9, John 3:2, John 14:3, Revelation 7:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

John's Portrait Of Christ

Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 21, 2003

A message about the coming Messiah from John’s perspective.

JOHN’S PORTRAIT OF CHRIST Luke 1:14-66; John 1:1-29 INTRO: ILLUS: One of the most impressive things about the Mormon tabernacle is its wonderful acoustics. It’s reported that a pin dropped in the front can be heard in the back, without amplification. The 400 years between the O.T. and the N.T. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:14-66, John 1:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Words Of John Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 23, 2003

These are the last recorded words of John. One’s last words often tell us where his priorities were.

John’s third letter is addressed to Gaius, "my dear friend." The central thought is found in verse eleven: "Dear friend, do not imitate what is evil but what is good. Anyone who does what is good is from God. Anyone who does what is evil has not seen God." Imitate good people. Don’t imitate ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

John The Baptizer's Death Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Jul 4, 2003

John the baptizer, an innocent man is beheaded by Herod Antipas.

Sermon for 5 Pent Yr B, 13/07/2003 Based on Mk 6:14-29 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Ever since the beginning, prophets have, more often than not, lived on a collision course with “the powers that be.” Indeed, the prophetic word, often embodied ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Lutheran