Sermons on John The Baptism:

Pentecost Waters

Contributed by Jay Winters on Jun 5, 2006

A Pentecost sermon on the outward sign we are given today - not tongues of fire, but baptism. Focus on the transformative effects and the death/life dichotomy.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit – the Holy Three in One who provides us with the rivers of Living water through the Spirit. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, A Blessed Pentecost Sunday to all of you here in Chiefland. This Sunday, the Sunday where we celebrate ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Lutheran

Turn The Power On

Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Jan 17, 2008

We can’t find meaning & proclaim truth if we are not plugged into the Holy Spirit, yet so many Christians try to live without any relationship or even contact with the Spirit of God.

Mark 1:4-11 & or John 1:29-36 Some things are just obvious aren’t they? Yet sometimes we act in a way that seems to deny common sense. For instance we drive sometimes without thinking properly about where we are going, almost on automatic pilot; do you know what I mean? Sometimes I’ve got in the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-36

Denomination: Methodist

A John Wayne Sermon

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 8, 2022

Most Americans enjoy watching a good cowboy movie. One reason we like them is because even the most simple minded person can understand them.

Illus: Two cowboy friends, Joe and Bob, each bought a horse one summer. They enjoyed riding around and doing the things that cowboys do. When winter came, however, they did not want to pay to have their horses stabled for the winter. Instead, they decided to release them in a pasture and get ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Soaking In Christ's "jesusness"

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 13, 2023

We are over our lifetime changed into His image. That’s what God wants for us, and that’s what we come together weekly to pray for.

Third Sunday in Advent 2023 (sermon 2) Many years ago I had a theology professor who told me that the secret to successfully teaching theology is found in this letter of St. Paul to the Thessalonians: “Test everything.” And that’s actually good advice. First, if you are a manager–and all teachers ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8, John 1:19-28, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24, Isaiah 61:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

Tongues - Theory And Experience: Part 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Raisbeck on Jul 15, 2003

In this two part series on speaking in tongues we will examine some of the scriptural background and give some testimonies from experience.

This week we will look at what happened on the day of Pentecost in Acts 2, in particularly speaking in tongues. Acts 2 : 1 - 5 1 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-5, Acts 10:44-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ambition Of James And John Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 3, 2018

James and John were naturally talented and dedicated to the Lord. Their mother, just like many mothers today, wanted the best for her children, and so a few days before Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, she made a request in behalf of her children.

April 20, 2006 Near Jordan (37) Ambition of James and John Matthew 20:20-28, Mark 10:35-45 20 Then came to him the mother of Zebedee’s children with her sons, worshipping him, and desiring a certain thing of him. From Matthew 4:21 we know that the two sons of Zebedee were the apostles James ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28, Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

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

The Ministry Of John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 24, 2020

What does a successful ministry look like. How should we gauge the success of a preacher or a church. By worldly standards, John's ministry was a failure. By Jesus' standards John the Baptist was the greatest of all prophets.

Grace Community Church Winchester, VA www.gracecommunity.com Watch this message on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/eu6yP42Qz2o Introduction Have you ever asked yourself how you identify the mark of a great pastor or preacher? What are the hallmarks of a great ministry? By worldly standards, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-20

Denomination: Brethren

John's Journey To Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024

This sermon explores the intertwined stories of John the Baptist and Jesus Christ, highlighting their roles in God's redemption narrative and their impact on our faith.

Welcome, beloved friends, to another beautiful day of fellowship and worship. We are gathered here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, under the banner of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are united in our shared faith, bound by the love of Christ, and propelled by the Spirit of God to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-15

Topics: Preparing, Way

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

The Witness Of John The Baptist

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Dec 13, 2017

John the Baptist pre-figured and prepared the way for the ministry of Jesus but the religious authorities of the day could not understand what John was doing in his preaching and especially in baptising Jewish people when there was no need to do so.

THE WITNESS OF JOHN (John 1:19-28) In this 1st chapter of John’s gospel he begins his message, his good news to demonstrate that Jesus is the Mind, the Reason, the Word of God come into this world in the form of a human being. Having set down this central thought, John now begins to tell the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

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

Preparing Way For Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION PREPARING WAY FOR JESUS CHRIST A. Mark 1:2-8 (READ) 1. As you are probably aware, President Trump was in Indianapolis on April 26th to speak at the NRA Convention. a. You might have been one of the thousands of motorists caught in the SLOW ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:2-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Message Of First John

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

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Intro.: 1. First John: Rare glimpse into Church of late first century. a. Probably written to churches in Ephesus/Asia. 1) Reason: By John who is linked to Ephesus. 2) Strong early church tradition; Rev. 1:9. b. Written in a time of false teaching. 1) Church growing; Apostles disappearing; ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5

Voice Crying In The Wilderness

Contributed by Samuel Young on May 16, 2014

John the Baptist and Jesus' baptism from the eyes of a Roman centurion. This is a call to repentance and the realization that we are in need of God's grace.

-- Intro of Petronius the Centurion -- My name is Petronius. I am a Centurion responsible for the garrisons in Jericho and Jerusalem. Tiberius Caesar has been reigning for fifteen years. Pontius Pilate is governor of Judea. Herod is king of Galilee. Annas and Caiaphas are high priests for the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:2-3

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist