Sermons on John The Baptist:

The Religious Sinner, Nicodemus Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001

Picture # 3 in the series: The 14 Candid Snapshots of the Maturing Christian as found in the Gospel of John. Nicodemus, a picture of the religious sinner who sits in the pew week after week but is not saved. John 3:16, preached to a religious sinner.

Picture # 3: The Religious Sinner, Nicodemus John 3:1-21 The Surgeon General teaches us that the key to good health and physical fitness is plenty of exercise, a balanced nutritional diet, and the proper amount of rest. The Surgeon General doesn’t mention that we have a body and a soul. It’s ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21, John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Facing The Overwhelming Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on May 18, 2002

John’s account of the feeding of the multitude helps us to see what we need to face the overwhelming.

Facing the Overwhelming Maynard Pittendreigh John 6:1-14 Some time after this, Jesus crossed to the far shore of the Sea of Galilee (that is, the Sea of Tiberias), and a great crowd of people followed him because they saw the miraculous signs he had performed on the sick. Then Jesus went up on a ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living In God's Love: Transformed By Truth 1 John 4:13-15 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 28, 2024

1 John 4:13-15 speaks to the profound truth of our relationship with God and how we are transformed by His love. We will explore three key points: the proof of the Spirit, the testimony of Jesus, and the declaration of faith.

Living in God's Love: Transformed by Truth 1 John 4:13-15 Introduction: Today, we are diving into a powerful passage from the apostle John. 1 John 4:13-15 (NLT) says, “And God has given us his Spirit as proof that we live in him and he in us. Furthermore, we have seen with our own eyes and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:13-15, Romans 8:16, John 1:34, Romans 10:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Marks Of True Greatness

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Jun 6, 2002

John was a spiritual Giant

"TRUE GREATNESS" By: Dr. Dennis Deese JOHN 1:19-34 There have been many who claimed to be great and the world has claimed many people to be great. But God’s claim of greatness is true greatness. ETS: John was a great man ESS: We need great men today (spiritual giants) Matthew 11:11 Verily I ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Short Arms And Deep Pockets Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 5, 2017

A study of the Gospel of John 6: 22 - 40

THE FIELD IS THE WORLD Matthew 13:24-30; Matthew 13:36-43 The interpretation of the parable of the wheat and the tares (Matthew 13:24-30) should not be a matter of contention, as Jesus Himself gives the interpretation (Matthew 13:36-43). One modern preacher applies this passage to the heart of ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-40

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Why Are John’s Disciples So Worried About Jesus’ Disciples Fasting?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 2, 2021

The question from John's disciples about fasting reveals a serious disconnect to what Jesus is trying to accomplish.

WHY DON'T THEY FAST? The question from John’s disciples shows that they missed the point that Jesus just made. - Matthew 9:13-14. - In v. 14, John’s disciples come and ask about why Jesus’ disciples aren’t fasting. In other gospels, it gives us more information that the Pharisees were in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:14

Denomination: Baptist

John Series Part 18 The Subject Of Sin John 4: 15-18 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Mar 6, 2022

Jesus promised the living water of spiritual rebirth. However, something had to be discussed before spiritual rebirth could be given: the subject of sin.

The Subject of Sin, John 4:15–18 (4:15–18) Introduction: Jesus promised the living water of spiritual rebirth. However, something had to be discussed before spiritual rebirth could be given: the subject of sin. 1. There was the request for living water (v.15). 2. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

John Series Part 19 The Subject Of Worship John 4:19-24 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Mar 6, 2022

Man’s whole concept and approach to worship is changed by Jesus in this passage.

The Subject of Worship, 4:19–24 (4:19–24) Introduction: man’s whole concept and approach to worship is changed by Jesus in this passage. 1. The woman was troubled (vv.19–20). 2. Fact 1: the place of worship is not what is important (v.21). 3. Fact 2: true ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

John Series Part 20 The Subject Of Messiah John 4:25-30 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Mar 6, 2022

This is a dramatic picture of conversion and witnessing. The Messiah was discovered, and the discovery was excitedly shared.

Part 20 The Subject of Messiah, John 4:25–30 (4:25–30) Introduction: this is a dramatic picture of conversion and witnessing. The Messiah was discovered, and the discovery was excitedly shared. 1. There was the sense that Jesus was the Messiah (v.25). 2. There was the great ...read more

Scripture: John 4:25-30

Denomination: Baptist

John Series Sermon 23 The Evidence Of Faith John 4:43–45 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Mar 27, 2022

This passage is very simple, yet it pictures one of the great lessons of the gospel—the evidence of faith.

John Series Sermon 23 The Evidence of Faith John 4:43–45 (4:43–45) Introduction: this passage is very simple, yet it pictures one of the great lessons of the gospel—the evidence of faith. 1. The setting: Jesus entered Galilee (v.43). 2. The first evidence of faith: honoring Jesus (v.44). 3. The ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-45

Denomination: Baptist

John Series Sermon 24 The Stages Of Faith, John 4:46–54 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Mar 27, 2022

This nobleman was a government official, probably holding some high position in Herod’s court. His experience reveals the various stages of faith, the kind of growing faith that every man should experience.

John Series Sermon 24 The Stages of Faith, 4:46–54 (4:46–54) Introduction: this nobleman was a government official, probably holding some high position in Herod’s court. His experience reveals the various stages of faith, the kind of growing faith that every man should experience. 1. A beginning ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Baptist

The Door To Abundant Life - John 10:7; John 10:9-10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 5, 2024

In John 10, Jesus uses imagery that His audience—shepherds, farmers, and townspeople—would have understood clearly. He describes Himself as the gate or door, the only way into the safety and abundance of God’s kingdom.

The Door to Abundant Life - John 10:7; John 10:9-10 Theme: Jesus is the door to salvation, security, and abundant life. Key Verses: John 10:7 – “So he explained it to them: ‘I tell you the truth, I am the gate for the sheep.’” John 10:9-10 – “Yes, I am the gate. Those who come in through me will ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7, Acts 4:12, Psalm 23:1-2, John 10:28, Ephesians 3:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"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

Jesus Was Baptized Too

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Feb 8, 2007

On this “Baptism of Jesus” Sunday we might very well ask what John asked. Why did Jesus need to be baptized? Like John it is also good for us to see our need for baptism by Jesus.

John the Baptist. That name brings powerful images to mind. Camel’s hair clothes held together with a leather belt. Grasshoppers dipped in wild honey for a sweet and crunchy meal. Saying the morally right thing at the socially wrong time. John was the one who called the people who came to hear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Give Me To Drink

Contributed by Richard Stevens on Jun 19, 2015

Jesus' words of "Give Me To Drink" were preceded by John 3:15 (Salvation); John 3:30 (Lordship), then comes John 4:7 (Service).

Read John 4:1-10 I. First - Salvation John 3:1-21 Especially v15 As Jesus begins His Ministry, He first shows us Salvation Not religious – for Nicodemus was VERY religious. Not a good person – for Nicodemus was a good person. Not someone who knew who God was – ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist