Sermons on John In Prison:

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

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

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 3:16

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Oct 3, 2009

The reason that We have all gathered here today is because of faith The only way that we are saved is by faith in Christ And through that faith we receive the Grace of God

Today I would like you to turn with me • To the 16th verse in the 3rd chapter in the book of John. • (Elab) on 1st time you heard it Now this is the Gospel in a nutshell. It’s a miniature bible. • Everything that we need to know about redemption and salvation is in this one verse. • It contains ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Christian Church

Remember Cousin John

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jan 29, 2009

Everyone has relatives that seem strange. Jesus was not any different except that the crazy opinions and words were from God.

It happened for the first time this week…I was asked the question that I dread…Are you ready for Christmas? My standard response is to say that it is not Christmas Eve yet? I ask what the big hurry is….? My point of view on Christmas shopping is not well received at my house. I am not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

The Ministry Of John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 13, 2013

In this lesson we examine the ministry of John the Baptist and look at what constitutes a faithful ministry.

Scripture The first two chapters of Luke’s Gospel deal with the birth narratives of John the Baptist and his relative, Jesus Christ. Throughout these two chapters Luke has intentionally set John and Jesus side by side each other. As chapter 3 of Luke’s Gospel opens, Luke continued to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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

The Preaching Of John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 20, 2013

In this message we examine the preaching of John the Baptist and learn what constitutes faithful preaching.

Scripture We are studying the life of Jesus in the Gospel of Luke in a sermon series I am calling, “To Seek and To Save the Lost.” The first two chapters of Luke’s Gospel deal with what is called “The Infancy Narrative.” That is, they deal with the prophecies and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Testimony Of John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 27, 2013

In today's lesson we examine the testimony of John the Baptist and learn that Jesus is the Christ.

Scripture We are studying the life of Jesus in the Gospel of Luke in a sermon series I am calling, “To Seek and To Save the Lost.” The first two chapters of Luke’s Gospel deal with the prophecies and births of John the Baptist and Jesus the Christ, and then what happened to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Ministry Of John The Baptist

Contributed by James Snyder on Feb 25, 2013

Ministry is not what we do as much as who we are in Christ. True ministry is rooted in Christ and reflects Christ in everything we do.

Jerry Jenkins, the writer of the Left Behind series, says a real writer is someone who cannot not write. One of the professors of theology at a major Christian college said that if you can do anything else do not go into the ministry. What both were saying is that behind our labor is a passion to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-22

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Christmas According To John Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 7, 2013

John begins his examination of the ministry of Jesus by looking at the Incarnation. The message seeks to explore what this means for believers.

“The Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.” [1] One can focus on minutiae and fail to see the beauty presented in the story of God’s love. Nevertheless, for a moment think of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Face Of Faithfulness: John Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 18, 2012

today we want to focus our attention on John. His face beneath the cross is the face of faithfulness. A study of John’s presence at the cross will help us in the pursuit of faithfulness.

5-12-03 Title: The Face of Faithfulness: John Text: “Now there stood by the cross of Jesus his mother, and his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalene. When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, ...read more

Scripture: John 19:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

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

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