Sermons on John Smithson:

A Servant’s Loyalty To His Master

Contributed by Carl Palatino on Oct 21, 2013

There are two thing to consider to check our loyalty to our master, first a leader/servant must be willing to submit to the will of his Master (John 13: 36-38). Second, a servant must have hope and confidence to his Master (John 14:1-6).

A SERVANT’S LOYALTY TO HIS MASTER John 13:36-14:6 Introduction: Peter returned to the subject of Jesus' departure (v. 33). He was unclear about where Jesus meant He would go. Jesus did not answer him unambiguously probably because such an answer would have created even more serious problems ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Who Is This Jesus? He Is The "Word".

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 5, 2012

This is an Advent Sermon based on John 1:1. John takes us to Genesis 1 where the "Word", the Logos, existed when there was no light, no air, no matter, no galaxies. The "Word" becomes a person whom people could see and touch so that human beings might no

In Jesus Holy Name December 5, 2012 Mid Week Advent I Redeemer “Who Is This Jesus? He Is the Word” I love the opening three words: “In the beginning…” Wait! When was the beginning? Wait. Was there a beginning? Our solar system ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Is Holiness So Important?

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

The question is asked today by many people, “Why is holiness so important?” Why do we talk about holiness and sanctification and John Wesley all of the time? Many have become disillusioned by all of the talk of John Wesley and have begun to think that t

IMayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army ntroduction: The question is asked today by many people, “Why is holiness so important?” Why do we talk about holiness and sanctification and John Wesley all of the time? Many have become disillusioned by all of the talk of John Wesley and have begun to ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

Living Well

Contributed by Chris Smith on Dec 10, 2019

Are you living a good life or are you living well? Jesus shows us in John 4 how to live in refreshing and renewal. John 4 is packed with Christ Like illustrations that will empower our lives daily. Let's examine four of those.

Living at the Well John 4 Tell the story There are Christ Like Illustrations packed in this story 1. Hidden in Christ V.1-2 Now Jesus learned that the Pharisees had heard that he was gaining and baptizing more disciples than John, although in fact it was not Jesus who baptized, but his ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Relying On God's Love Series

Contributed by Terry Denis on Feb 26, 2019

Apostle John reiterates his call for Christians to love one another. Somehow, this is difficult to do but John reminded us to rely on God's love and not our selfish love. Our selfish love discriminates and is subjective but the love of God is pure and unconditional.

Relying on God’s Love 1 John 4:13-21 Introduction Apostle John is often called the “apostle of love” because he spoke about the subject on love more than the other New Testament writers. The manner of John’s discourse seems to tell us that the believers did not understand the true message of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Expect The Unexpected This Christmas”

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jan 2, 2023

As some of said, “If we expect to hear the Christmas gospel without the Advent call to repentance, we will find ourselves surprised by John and unprepared for Jesus.” So, we ask the Holy Spirit to open our hearts to the message and ministry of both John and Jesus.

“It wasn’t what I expected.” Whether you are young or old, a man or woman, a girl or a boy, you have probably experienced something that caused you to have that reaction. Perhaps it was connected to some food that you tried. You were feeling a little adventurous and you ordered something at a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Perfecting Love (Fifth Sunday Of Easter, Lectionary Year B)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 28, 2021

Tying the Gospel portion of the lectionary (John 15:1 - 8) to today’s text (I John 4:7 -21) we can draw the conclusion that if we are detached from the life giving vine that we are incomplete, insecure, dissatisfied and spiritually starving.

PERFECTING LOVE Text: I John 4:7 - 21 1 John 4:7-21  Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God; everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. (8) Whoever does not love does not know God, for God is love.  (9)  God's love was revealed among us in this way: ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Lesson Of The Loaves

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 24, 2021

Jesus often uses the common things of our life to teach us some of the most valuable lessons. John 10; I am the door; John 15; I am the vine and ye are the branches. In this passage of scriptures, Jesus is giving a lesson and then proctoring an exam

Let’s read verses 34-52. In some ways this is a mystery. What connection should the loaves have with the ship? When they were in the ship, the wind was blowing contrary to the way they were trying to go. I wonder if you have ever been in that spot. 1. You have your goals set, a place where you feel ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:34-52

Denomination: Baptist

The Love And Hate Barometer

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 25, 2022

It is our love for one another that lets our light shine unto the world and boldly states we are Christians! In 1 John 3:11-18 John states if one is indifferent or hates a brother or sister then either one is not saved or is out of fellowship with God.

The Love and Hate Barometer 1 John 3:11-18 Online Sermon: McKees Mills Baptist Church » Sermons (mckeesfamily.com) A new command Christ has given to us born of the water and the Spirit and that is to “love one another” so that the will “know that you are My disciplines” (John 13:34)! As ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Whole Reason Wholly - We Love Him Because He First Loved Us – 1john 4:16 Part 1 Of 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 7, 2022

There is the absolute necessity that the life must be free from known sin, that cankerous disease that creeps in and makes God’s love “less abiding” because our knowledge and spirits are clouded, and we are not abiding in His love.

THE WHOLE REASON WHOLLY - WE LOVE HIM BECAUSE HE FIRST LOVED US – 1John 4:16 PART 1 OF 2 INTRODUCTION – A DIFFICULTY May I say that I have a difficulty with a bible verse, understanding exactly what its application is. This is the passage – {{Luke 23 v 33 “and when they came to the place called ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-34, Acts 2:23, Acts 2:36, Luke 7:8, 1 John 4:16-21, Romans 5:3-5, 1 John 3:17-18, 2 Corinthians 13:5, Song of Songs 2:3-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mark Part 1 (Nasb), Written 3 Years Around 30 Ad; He's Also Called John Mark Or Marcus

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jun 23, 2025

notes from Marilyn Hickey Ministries; footnotes from bibleway.com; Jesus the Servant and Sacrifice; written for Gentiles / Romans. Oxford says it's the first gospel.

Preaching of John the Baptist 1 The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. 2 As it is written in Isaiah the prophet: “Behold, I send My messenger [a]ahead of You, Who will prepare Your way; 3 The voice of one crying in the wilderness, ‘Make ready the way of the Lord, Make His ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 23 – Clouded Prayer – Refuse And Rejects – John Newton – Israel’s Enduring Enemy - Chapter 3:44-46 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 8, 2025

Prayer that does not get past the ceiling; Israel will be restored; the remarkable story of John Newton (Amazing Grace); the off-scouring and refuse of the world; enemies’ mouths are against God’s people – Moab and Islam and their hatred – all these are considered here in this study.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 23 – CLOUDED PRAYER – REFUSE AND REJECTS – JOHN NEWTON – ISRAEL’S ENDURING ENEMY - CHAPTER 3:44-46 In the last four verses we were thinking about the personal aspect of the people in realising what God had done to the nation and why that had to happen. The people ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:44, Isaiah 30:26, Isaiah 61:1, Luke 18:10-12, Luke 18:13, Lamentations 3:45, Jeremiah 30:24, Lamentations 3:46, Obadiah 1:10-11, Obadiah 1:12-14, Psalm 137:7, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sudden Impact 5 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 26, 2003

The I Am proclamations of Jesus in John’s Gospel reveal that Jesus is the Messiah and that He is the same God who spoke to Moses from the burning bush in Exodus 3. Jesus 6th impact statement reveals that he is the only path that leads to truth and to eter

Sudden Impact 5: "I AM" statements of Jesus Thesis: The I Am proclamations of Jesus in John’s Gospel reveal that Jesus is the Messiah and that He is the same God who spoke to Moses from the burning bush in Exodus 3. Jesus 6th impact statement reveals that he is the only path that leads to truth ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, John 14:5-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Healthy Soul

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006

John’s prayer for his friend Gaius raises an important question. How is the health of your soul? What if our bodies were in the same condition as our souls? What if we paid as much attention to the condition of our bodies that we do to our souls?

Prescription for a Healthy Soul 3 John 1-3 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO John’s prayer for his friend Gaius raises an important question. How is the health of your soul? What if our bodies were in the same condition as our souls? What if we ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The One Who Goes Before

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 5, 2012

The sermon is based upon John as the one who is fore-runner or the one who goes before the people. The one who goes before prepares the people, goes for a purpose, and goes before with a message. So we are one of those who go before the people as was John

The One who Goes Before Luke 3:1-6 Obviously John the Baptist is the Fore Runner or the one who goes before. God calls each of us to go before 1. The one who goes before is to be filled with the Holy Sprit • Luke 1: 15for he will be great in the sight of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Methodist