Sermons on John Smythe:

Provoking Thoughts From 1 John (5 Of 16)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 10, 2022

In a previous sermon we dealt with what John had to say about how we can KNOW that WE KNOW THE LORD.

We discovered that anyone can say that they know the Lord...anyone! All one has to say is, “I know the Lord.” John used the word, “saith,” numerous times. He referred to it in: • 1 John 2:4. He said, “HE THAT SAITH, I know him, and keepeth not his commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Encouraging Others To Succeed

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 17, 2022

This message looks at an account of how encouragement was extended to a young man who had made a mistake, and reveals that encouragement is greatly beneficial in our endeavors at expanding the Lord’s kingdom.

In a world where people are often quick to judge and criticize, we’re all in need of some encouragement, wouldn’t you agree? I am going to be preaching about encouragement this morning. So, what is encouragement? Well, it’s defined as “the act of giving courage, or confidence of success.”(1) I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Baptist

The Enemy Wants You On A Silver Platter

Contributed by Sean Dees on Feb 7, 2020

Church that lie the enemy is telling you that you just need to live and deal with that issue is nothing more than a lie from hell.

I. World of trouble. A. It is no secret that we are living in a “World of trouble”, just step outside and look around, open a magazine or newspaper, turn on the TV or radio or just stand in line at Wal-Mart and it want take long to see and hear bad news. We are surrounded by hurt and hurting ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:21-28

More Of Jesus, Less Of Me Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 23, 2020

This is the 8th sermon in the Light And Life series from the Gospel of John.

Series: Light And Life [#8] MORE OF JESUS, LESS OF ME John 3:22-36 Introduction: What is your biggest flaw? Mine is being too handsome. In truth, I am my own biggest enemy. Every time I try to do better, I don’t. Every time I try to figure things out, I don’t. John the Baptist gives us the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

A Voice In The Wilderness

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Sep 11, 2021

A look into what John the Baptiser's purpose was, and what our purpose is today

A Voice in the Wilderness January 26th 2020 Luke 3:1-20 • In general, do people like to be told that what they are doing is wrong? • Wrong according to whom? Who determines right and wrong? Who says one’s ways are the right ways and another’s are bad? • How do they respond? Good, bad, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

In The Beginning Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 4, 2021

Based on John 1:1-5 - Sermon helps listeners understand more about Jesus so that they can trust Him & obey Him.

“IN THE BEGINNING” John 1:1-5 FBCF – 10/3/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Are you an expert in anything? Is there something that you know a lot about, lot of knowledge about some subject or activity or skill? - Nephew – USMC expert marksman w/ rifle & pistol Of course, there are times when we may ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, John 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

A Night Of Blood In The Ballroom

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 2, 2020

The murder of John the Baptist

MARK 6:25 “A NIGHT OF BLOOD IN THE BALLROOM” A) Let me say first that there are certain sins which go together. * Drunkenness, for example, leads to vile language, and often times leads to violence and to bloodshed and murder. * Drunkenness often times leads to impurity and uncleanness – So the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:25

Denomination: Baptist

Believe & Know! Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 25, 2021

Based on John 6:60-69 - Encourages hearers to believe in & know Jesus & live their lives as true followers of Him.

“BELIEVE & KNOW” John 6:60-69 FBCF – 10/17/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Found out a couple of wks ago that we have nearly 1300 members at FBCF. Avg about 400 folks here each Sunday & way less than that on Wednesday, our other corporate worship time as a church. Why is this so? Most Christians ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69

Denomination: Baptist

Next Stop Heaven Series

Contributed by Josh Brown on Nov 11, 2021

The book of John shows us that Jesus Christ is devine and set apart. This separation of Jesus Christ is the foundation of our HOPE. Join us this Sunday as we discover the importance in never failing to know, defend, and share the truth that Jesus is God.

Sermon: Next Stop Heaven Series: The Gospel of John John 8:13-30 Introduction Today we’re resuming our series in the Gospel of John where we are going verse by verse, word by word and examining the life of Jesus Christ through the eye’s of the Apostle John. Today, I want to start off by telling ...read more

Scripture: John 8:13-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joy To The World, The Lord Has Come Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 2, 2017

In the account of Christ’s advent in John 1:19-37, we see a 1) Joyful Preparation (John 1:19-28), a 2) Joyful Arrival (John 1:29-34) and a resulting 3) Joyful Response (John 1:35-37).

If you're the type of person who counts down the days until your local radio station starts playing nonstop Christmas music, you might want to brace yourself for some bad news. Apparently listening to Christmas music on loop could have some negative effects on your mental health, according to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-37

Denomination: Other

Advent Spiritual Joy, Even Ecstasy: Gaudete Sunday

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 12, 2017

St. Augustine used a famous expression--the "joy of truth," gaudium de veritate. 

Advent 3B A professor was asked by one of his students, “What is the meaning of life?" The usual laughter followed, but the professor said "I will answer your question." Taking his wallet out of his hip pocket, he fished around in a leather wallet and brought out a very small round mirror, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8

Denomination: Catholic

We Believe In The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Feb 21, 2024

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets.

John 6 – We Believe in the Holy Spirit February 25, 2024 There are 21 chapters in John and the Holy Spirit is mentioned 21 times. John 6:63 NIV “The Spirit gives life; the flesh counts for nothing. The words I have spoken to you are Spirit and they are life.” We believe in the Holy Spirit, the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:63, Genesis 1:2, John 14:26-27, John 3:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Path Of Christ

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Feb 29, 2024

John the Baptist came out of the wilderness with God dripping off of Him preaching saying, “Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths straight.”

· **God had a path for Jesus Christ to walk on and to walk in! God has a path for you to walk on and to walk in as well! Proverbs 3:5-6 5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Measure Of True Greatness

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Feb 29, 2024

JOHN THE BAPTIST'S important CALLING was to turn the children of Israel to the Lord their God.

Here in these verses the birth of JOHN THE BAPTIST was foretold by an angel to his father Zechariah. JOHN THE BAPTIST'S important CALLING was to turn the children of Israel to the Lord their God. JOHN THE BAPTIST'S CALLING I. IT WAS A DIFFICULT CALLING He was called during the time when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-80

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Do You Get For Following Jesus? - Mark 6:14-30 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 19, 2023

Herod liked to listen to John but remained perplexed instead of repenting. The great “king” became powerless before a little girl because of his bondage to lust, pride, and the idol of human approval.

Mark 6:14 King Herod heard about this, for Jesus’ name had become well known. Some were saying, “John the Baptist has been raised from the dead, and that is why miraculous powers are at work in him.” 15 Others said, “He is Elijah.” And still others claimed, “He is a prophet, like one of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-30, Matthew 14:1-12, Luke 9:7