Sermons on John Godfrey Saxe:

Meet John The Baptist

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 20, 2010

What can we learn from the man that eats locust and was the forerunner for Christ?

Meet John the Baptist Matthew chapter 3:1-3:12 Introduction- We are in the third week of Advent. Traditionally, a look at joy. Could their be anymore joy to a believer than the preparation of Jesus coming? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

John's Message Is Continuous

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Dec 6, 2008

A sermon for the 2nd Sunday in Advent, Series B

2nd Sunday in Advent, December 7, 2008 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, during this season of Advent, as we begin to celebrate anew the good news of your saving grace in Jesus the Christ, open ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus And John The Baptist

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Feb 9, 2010

When was the last time you stood at the waters edge with John the Baptist? Did his message resonate with you? Is your life right with God? Are you ready to meet the Messiah?

Jesus and John the Baptist Matthew 3:1-17 This week we look to Jesus and John the Baptist. We know from scripture that John was a relative of Jesus through Jesus mother Mary. Luke 1:36 We know that John the Baptist parents Zechariah and Elizabeth were both well along in years and that Elizabeth ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Murder Of John The Baptist Series

Contributed by David Smith on Aug 7, 2009

When his daughter Herodias came in and danced, she pleased Herod and his guests; and the king said to the girl, "Ask me for whatever you wish, and I will give it." And he solemnly swore to her, "Whatever you ask me, I will give you, even half of my kingdo

We had a baptism this morning, and I think if you’d searched through the Bible for the most inappropriate Gospel story to feature today, you couldn’t have done better (or rather worse) that the one we had this morning - the story of the death of John the Baptist! When you’re working with the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

John's Continuing Testimony Series

Contributed by Paul Shafit on Aug 26, 2009

John again bears testimony of the superior ministry of Jesus

Jesus had returned from His ordeal in the wilderness where He resisted the temptation of Satan. Though He was hungry and tired He never lost sight of His mission; which was and is our salvation. When Jesus went out with His disciples and began doing miracles and baptizing, many people came to Him. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

John Mark's Mother Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 10, 2009

For Mother’s Day this looks at Mary the mother of John Mark.

Who Was John Mark’s Mother? Acts 12:12 It is just a fleeting reference, it doesn’t provide a lot of details and we aren’t really told very much about her, but never being afraid to venture into the land of speculation in the cause of a good message we shall venture forth looking at the first ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:6-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Jesus' Cousin John Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Jul 24, 2010

Imagine having the privilege of introducing a famous cousin to an audience. That was John’s task – he was to introduce the most famous person in all of history – his cousin Jesus.

Jesus’ Cousin John The Book of Mark 1:1-8 I. Isn’t it great to have cousins? A. I can remember when we were young we would go visit our relatives once in a while. 1. It was always fun to hang around with my cousins who were the same age but had different circumstances from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

His Name Is John!

Contributed by John Butler on Jul 14, 2009

What was so important about the name of John the Baptist? Could it be the fact that it broke the back of tradition?

His Name Is John How many came to have church this morning? I’m not talking about just going through the motions today! I’m not talking about coming in here and playing church! You can play church on your on time. Amen? How many came to really have some church in the house of God this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-63, Luke 1:13-63

The Greatness Of John The Baptist

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 22, 2009

What a man of God!!!!!!!!!

The Greatness of John the Baptist Luke 7: 24And when the messengers of John were departed, he began to speak unto the people concerning John, What went ye out into the wilderness for to see? A reed shaken with the wind? 25 But what went ye out for to see? A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

Elijah, John And Us Series

Contributed by Gerald Albers on Oct 31, 2011

Over the last few weeks, we have devoted a considerable amount of sermon time to studying the life and ministry of the prophet Elijah. I chose Elijah as the focus of our last 3 sermons for a variety of different reasons. But, as we conclude this series wi

Elijah Part 4 "Elijah, John and Us" by Gerry Albers Malachi 3:1 Over the last few weeks, we have devoted a considerable amount of sermon time to studying the life and ministry of the prophet Elijah. I chose Elijah as the focus of our last 3 sermons for a ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

John The Baptist - The Messenger

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 7, 2011

The greatest Christmas present we could give anyone is to tell them about Jesus

WSG 11-12-11 John the Baptist Story: Helen Keller tells of the dramatic moment when Anne Sullivan first broke through her dark, silent world with the illumination of language: “We walked down the path to the well house, attracted by the fragrance of the honeysuckle with which it was covered. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Anglican

1 John - An Introduction Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 6, 2011

Introduction to 1 John. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Ill: • Mrs Fisher the primary school teacher was at home recovering from surgery; • She heard the letter box bang on the door, • Then her husband entered the room bringing in the post, • One of the letters was a get well card from her class which 2nd year class which read; • “Dear Mrs Fisher, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Brethren

Jesus And John The Baptist

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2010

Jesus and John the Baptist. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Luke chapter 7 verses 18-35. Ill: • Lord Halifax, who was a former foreign secretary of Great Britain, • Once shared a railway compartment with two prim-looking spinsters. • A few moments before reaching his destination the train passed through a tunnel. • In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Brethren

The Man John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Oct 1, 2010

This sermon unpacks the character & life of John the Baptist.

John 1:19 -28. The testimony of John the Baptist. Last week we uncovered the deep spiritual insights into his identity of Jesus (divine nature), his incarnation ( humanity) & his purpose (to save those who receive Him). We now commence the historical journey, with the beginnings of Jesus ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

12 Disciples - John Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Aug 12, 2008

Study on the lives of the 12 Disciples

12 Disciples – John – Monday 23rd October 06 John is the 4th disciple mentioned in Matthew 10:3 The name ‘John’ means “grace of the Lord”, or “Jehovah’s gift” John was the younger brother of James, son of Zebedee and Salome (we saw last week how some believe that Salome was Mary’s sister and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:2-4

Denomination: Baptist