Sermons on Juan 3:16:

That Was Then...

Contributed by Richard Jones on Nov 3, 2000

A look at today and where we are headed, as opposed to where we should be going.

“That was then, what is it now?” John 3:16 Until I was 27 years old God not only didn’t play a significant role in my life He basically had NO role in my life. Just like Paul, I thought Christians were weak and foolish. But at 27 years old I was confronted with the “Gospel” through a situation ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

God's Unique Love Series

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Nov 3, 2000

The love of God spoken of in John 3:16

GOD'S UNIQUE LOVE © 1-2000 By Mark Beaird Text: John 3:16 n A reported asked Billy Graham, "What is the greatest theological statement ever made?" It is said that Brother Graham thought for a moment and then replied, "The greatest theological statement ever made is 'Jesus loves me this I ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Interview To Change Life

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Nov 9, 2000

Nicodemus was confused because his thinking was earth-bound but Jesus offered him eternal life through a spiritual rebirth if he would believe in Christ’s self-offering on the Cross.

A LIFE CHANGING INTERVIEW The text, John 3:16 is a biblical classic: "God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." It’s probably the most loved and quoted verse in Scripture. Rev Sandy Millar, Rector of Holy ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

At The Crossroads Series

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Nov 13, 2000

Cross/Salvation

“At the CrossRoad” I encountered a man on the Road of Life so sure of himself - so convinced he was right. He had (his) religion, but he didn’t know God, and though he had eyes, I thought this rather odd: He only could see what he wanted to see. So, blind to the truth that could set his soul ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Bible In A Nutshell

Contributed by Steven Cook on Nov 23, 2000

This message teaches us of the problem of man; the provision of Christ; and the promise of God.

“The Bible in a Nutshell” John 3:1-18 By Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read the story of Nicodemus B. Many young people have often asked me, “What is the Bible all about?” “Why do I need to be saved?” C. In John 3:16, one of the most familiar, simple, yet profound verses of Scripture ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Gift

Contributed by Rodney Mason on Nov 28, 2000

A sermon that deals with the greatest gift man has ever been given.

Introduction: What is the best gift you have ever received? What is the best gift you have ever given? What made the gift special? cost, where it came from, who gave or received it? During this time we think about giving gifts and especially receiving gifts, the greatest gift ever given was ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Once An Athiest - My Personal Testimony

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 30, 2000

This is my personal testimony describing how I went from being a hardened athiest, to becoming a child of God.

PERSONAL TESTIMONY Frank J. Gallagher Abiding In The Word [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/testmony.html] I was born in 1950, and from 1956 through 1964, attended a Roman Catholic elementary school. I was taught my Catholic faith by ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Love Gift

Contributed by Greg Jones on Oct 18, 2000

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."(NIV) For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.(KJV) In 1971 Tim ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Hell Is A Choice

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: God doesn't send people to Hell; people choose to go there.

Thesis: God doesn't send people to Hell; people choose to go there. Intro.: 1. Troublesome question: Would a good God send people to Hell? a. Some: Unthinkable--fit the crime? (No Hell/no God). b. Others: Yes!--relish idea; "roast `em & toast `em!" 2. This AM we want to approach this ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

God's Greatest Gift Of All

Contributed by Shane Williams on Oct 18, 2000

People like to give gifts to others during the holiday season. Have you considered, however, the gift that God has given you?

Introduction: 1. We have just passed the time of year where people are scurrying about trying to find just the right gift for someone else. a. That desire is often motivated by love, and other times it is driven by a duty. b. In some instances people are foolishly adding to their debt in order ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Romans 6:23-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Bible In A Nutshell

Contributed by Steven Cook on Oct 18, 2000

I. Introduction A.

I. Introduction A. Read the story of Nicodemus B. Many young people have often asked me, "What is the Bible all about?" "Why do I need to be saved?" C. In John 3:16, one of the most familiar, simple, yet profound verses of Scripture in all of the Bible, we have all the Gospel that we need to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is The Reason For The Season

Contributed by Dana Chau on Sep 8, 2001

The difference Jesus Christ makes at Christmas and in your life.

I heard repeatedly on the radio this week that depression is very common during the Christmas holiday. I’m usually not an armchair researcher, but I believe much of the holiday depression comes largely from a wrong focus. For many, the focus is placed on an overweight-white-beard, old man, who ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18

Denomination: *other

What Must I Do To Be Saved?

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Sep 15, 2001

To believe on the Lord Jesus Christ is more than just giving mental assent that He is the Son of God. Millions do that and aren’t saved.

WHAT MUST I DO TO BE SAVED? WHAT DID GOD DO ABOUT THIS SITUATION? THE PLAN OF SALVATION A long time ago, a Roman Jailer asked of the Apostle Paul the most important question that could ever be asked, "What must I do to be saved?" Paul’s answer was immediate, to the point, clear, and concise. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Romans 10:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

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

Why John 3:16 Offers The Greatest Of The Great

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 19, 2001

Why John 3:16 Offers the Greatest of the Great

Why John 3:16 offers the Greatest of the Great John 3:16 gives us twelve of the greatest gifts every given. (See the following list) Illustration:A certain medieval monk announced he would be preaching next Sunday evening on "The Love of God." As the shadows fell and the light ceased to come in ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational