Sermons on John Stott:

Got Doubts? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024

This sermon explores the story of Doubting Thomas, encouraging believers to confront their doubts and find faith in the trustworthiness of God.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be with you today, to gather once again in the warmth of fellowship, under the banner of our shared faith, united in our love for the Lord. Today, we find ourselves in the company of a familiar figure, a man who walked closely with Jesus, who ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Topics: Honest Doubt, Faith-Filled Response

Go! And Show Mercy - Matthew 5:7 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 19, 2025

We continue our ‘Go! And…’ series by focusing on a powerful yet often misunderstood command from Jesus. Matthew 5:7: "God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy."

Go! And Show Mercy - Matthew 5:7 Introduction Today, we continue our ‘Go! And…’ series by focusing on a powerful yet often misunderstood command from Jesus. Our key verse is found in Matthew 5:7: "God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy." (Matthew 5:7, NLT) In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7, Lamentations 3:22-23, Ephesians 2:4-5, John 8:10-11, Luke 10:33-37, Luke 6:36, Colossians 3:13, James 2:13-17, Matthew 7:1-2, James 2:13, Proverbs 11:25, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Handling Anxiety In A Time Of Economic Crisis Series

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Mar 22, 2009

In times and circumstances when we are tempted to worry Jesus gives us the cure: Stay focused on the Kingdom not the Calamity - Learn the value of contentment.

22.3.09 HANDLING ANXIETY IN A TIME OF ECONOMIC CRISIS Matthew 6:19-34 INTRO How many of you still buy and read a daily newspaper? Most of us keep up with the news one way or the other – either by listening to the radio or watching television news and in-depth reports. Also, increasing numbers of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Baptist

You Have Just Entered The Missions Zone Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 10, 2005

A church is many things, including the Kingdom of God in action. A church is to propagate itself, multiply itself, and deepen its impact. This means a church must boldly enter the Missions Zone.

Note: I had to make many cuts as I preached this sermon. I normally preach for half an hour, but if I used all this material, I think I would have to preach 50 minutes or more. Hope you find something here helpful. Thanks, Ed You Have Just Entered the Missions Zone (Romans 15:14-33) 1. Many of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:14-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Transformed By Truth: Running From God’s Call Jonah 1:3 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 30, 2024

Jonah 1:3 offers a powerful lesson on obedience, fear, and God's relentless pursuit of us even when we try to flee from His calling.

Transformed by Truth: Running from God’s Call Jonah 1:3 Jonah 1:3 (NLT): "But Jonah got up and went in the opposite direction to get away from the Lord. He went down to the port of Joppa, where he found a ship leaving for Tarshish. He bought a ticket and went on board, hoping to escape from ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:3, Proverbs 14:12, Psalm 139:7-10, Romans 12:1, Jeremiah 17:9, Jeremiah 23:24, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Proverbs 28:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Empowered For Mission Acts 1:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 2, 2024

Acts 1:8 is not just a historical account; it is a living mandate for us as followers of Jesus today.

Transformed by Truth: Empowered for Mission Acts 1:8 Text: Acts 1:8 (NLT): “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, John 14:16-17, Romans 8:11, Ephesians 1:13-14, Matthew 28:19-20, Romans 10:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Restore With Gentle Love Galatians 6:1 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 24, 2025

Restoration is a vital aspect of our Christian walk. Galatians 6:1 challenges us to approach others with love, humility, and gentleness. Restoration is not about judgment or superiority; it’s about reflecting God’s grace.

Go! And Restore with Gentle Love Galatians 6:1 Introduction Today, we continue our "Go! And..." series with a message focused on restoration—a vital aspect of our Christian walk. Our key text comes from Galatians 6:1 (NLT): "Dear brothers and sisters, if another believer is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1, James 5:19-20, Matthew 7:3-5, Galatians 6:2, Romans 15:1, John 13:34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Leading Under Fire Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 5, 2011

If we want to be effective leaders under fire, then we must be spiritually mature shepherds and overseers, who serve as willing, eager examples for others to follow.

Stuart Briscoe, in his book Everyday Discipleship for Ordinary People, tells the story about a fellow pastor who was officiating at the funeral of a war veteran. The dead man's military friends wanted to have a part in the service at the funeral home, so they requested that the pastor lead them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Light

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 12, 2017

Who is the light? How are we, like John, not the light? What does light change?

Prelude Who is the light? How are we, like John, not the light? What does light change? Purpose: Let’s learn to testify of the Light. Plan: Let’s look at John 1:6-8, 19-28 and John the Baptist as a witness who gave testimony about the One. John 1:6-7a Witness In John 1:6-7a we read, “There was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Pastor's Perplexity Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 26, 2005

In this personal section of Paul’s letter to the Galatians, Paul first appeals to them, then he fondly remembers their loving acceptance of him, and finally he reminds them of his attitude towards them.

Scripture We are working our way Sunday by Sunday through the apostle Paul’s letter to the Galatians. One of the advantages of this approach is that we cover the whole counsel of God—at least as it is revealed in this portion of God’s Word to us. By studying books of the Bible, or large sections ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:12-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Study On Epistle Of Ephesians Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 21, 2013

Walk walk in Him

Day 6 Read Ephesians 4:1-16 v.1.walk worthy of your calling: The first three chapters talked about theology of Christian Unity which overrides all divisive factors in humankind; and, the last three chapter deal with the practical implications of that unity. It moves from Theology to practice, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Built On Truth: The Transformative Foundation Ephesians 2:19-20 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 4, 2024

In Ephesians 2:19-20 (NLT), we discover the transformative power of truth as it shapes our identity and purpose. Join me on this journey as we explore the profound truths that have the potential to reshape our lives.

Built on Truth: The Transformative Foundation Introduction: Dear Friends, In Ephesians 2:19-20 (NLT), we discover the transformative power of truth as it shapes our identity and purpose. Join me on this journey as we explore the profound truths that have the potential to reshape our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-20, Ephesians 2:19, Ephesians 2:20, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Colossians 1:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unity In Christ: Transformed By Truth Galatians 3:26-28 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 13, 2024

Today, we delve into the transformative truth found in Galatians 3:26-28 (NLT), a passage that emphasizes our unity in Christ. As we explore these verses, may our hearts be opened to the transformative power of living in the truth of God's Word.

Unity in Christ: Transformed by Truth Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative truth found in Galatians 3:26-28 (NLT), a passage that emphasizes our unity in Christ. As we explore these verses, may our hearts be opened to the transformative power of living in the truth of God's ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:26-28, Galatians 3:26, Romans 8:15, Galatians 3:28, Colossians 3:11, Galatians 3:29, Romans 8:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Take Heart, He Has Overcome! - John 16:33 & John 14:16 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 10, 2024

Two powerful promises that Jesus gave us in the Gospel of John (16:33 & 14:16) that together form a message of hope, assurance, and victory.

Take Heart, He Has Overcome! - John 16:33 & John 14:16 Introduction: Today, we will be diving into two powerful promises that Jesus gave us in the Gospel of John. Our main texts are John 16:33 and John 14:16, and together, these verses form a message of hope, assurance, and victory. In a world ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33, John 14:16, Philippians 4:7, Romans 8:26, 1 John 5:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

John Series Part 16 The Revelation Of Jesus, The New Master John 3:22-36 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Mar 6, 2022

This passage does one thing—it points to Jesus Christ as the New Master, the One whom God has set before man as the only Master worthy of serving.

John Series Part 16 THE REVELATION OF JESUS, THE NEW MASTER John 3 22 36 (3:22–36) Introduction: this passage does one thing—it points to Jesus Christ as the New Master, the One whom God has set before man as the only Master worthy of serving. 1. The setting for the revelation (vv.22–26). 2. Answer ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist