Sermons on San Juan 20:23:

Why "Doubting Thomas" Got A Bad Rap

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Jun 3, 2007

In our world today we face doubts all the time. Doubts in our ability to be salt and light. Doubts in God’s ability to use us for his great plan. Doubts about our worthiness to God. But Thomas let his doubts bring him closer to Jesus.

Sermon – 060423 (Set up: Time Hack request with music minister -- Check watch at start of sermon, tap it a few times then ask music minister the following:) “What time is it?" (No matter what answer is given say:) "Naw, that can’t be right. (walk over to her to look) Let me see your ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Resources For Missions

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 7, 2007

A message on Missions.

RESOURCES FOR MISSIONS John 20:19-23 INTRO: In an obscure room in the city of Jerusalem, eleven disciples huddled in fear. They possessed no equipment for missions until Jesus provided them with four resources. I. THE PEACE OF HIS PRESENCE (v. 19). From the beginning Jesus offered the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Evangelism 2 Tell A Friend Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Feb 23, 2006

A motivation to evangelize; We are plan A, there is no plan B.

Evangelism Series #2 CHCC: January 22, 2006 Tell a Friend John 20:18-30 SCRIPTURE READING: John 20:19-22 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever heard of the 2nd Law of Thermodynamics? It’s a basic Scientific Law – right up there with the Law of Gravity. One definition of it says: The entropy ...read more

Scripture: John 20:18-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Difference Does The Resurrection Of Jesus Make Today?

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Dec 19, 2006

Message about the impact of the resurrection.

What Difference Does The Resurrection Make? John 20:17-22 17Jesus said* to her, “Stop clinging to Me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father; but go to My brethren and say to them, ‘I ascend to My Father and your Father, and My God and your God.’” 18Mary Magdalene came*, announcing to the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

When Jesus Shows Up

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Nov 27, 2006

In this sermon you will examine Jesus’ impact upon a person’s life.

Some time ago a lady went into an ice cream shop in Beverly Hills, Ca. to buy an ice cream cone. She was shocked when Paul Newman walked in and stood right behind her. Although rattled, she was determined to maintain her composure. She paid for her ice cream cone, then confidently walked out. ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

When You're Sweatin' It

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 27, 2002

In the midest of pain, suffering, doubt, disbelief, and even disobedience Jesus is there bringing peace that makes a real difference in life.

Sermon: When You’re Sweatin’ It John 20:19-31 April 7, 2002 I. Introduction A. I don’t know how many of you noticed but a couple of my family members now look like a lobsters. Yes, we have just gotten back from a week’s vacation. It was wonderful but let me tell you something there is ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: United Methodist

Witnesses Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 11, 2003

In this sermon the pastor assumes the charcter of Peter and tells the ressurrection story from Peter’s perspective. The pastor’s wife embellishes the story from Mary Magdalene’s point of view.

Witnesses of the Resurrection 3-31-02 I. Peter’s Story(1) Good morning. My name is Peter. Some people call me Simon but I prefer Peter. Since I was in the area and since it is Easter morning Pastor Tow asked me to share with you my eyewitness account of the resurrection of Jesus. It was ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-8, John 20:19-25

Denomination: Charismatic

The Apostle John Series

Contributed by Ricky Nelms on Jul 29, 2010

This is the 13th message in the series on Bible characters. The outlines is 1-John's Person, 2-John's Principles, 3-John's Passion.

CLOSE ENCOUNTERS SERIES 13 – THE APOSTLE JOHN This morning, we are continuing with our sermon series entitled, CLOSE ENCOUNTERS And we’ve been talking about the fact that… --now, more than ever --no matter who you are, what you’ve done You can have CLOSE ENCOUNTERS And ...read more

Scripture: John 20:21-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

On Mission With Christ Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 15, 2010

After Pentecost 120 men & women changed their world. The power is still here, & the challenge & authority are still with us. For the same power & authority that sent Jesus, is desiring to send us to change our world.

JOHN 20: 19-23 ON MISSION WITH CHRIST [John 17:13-23] The Day of the Resurrection had been full of strange rumors and growing excitement. The news that Jesus was alive began to spread among His followers, hesitantly at first, and then with enthusiasm. Even the Apostles were not convinced by ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Twins

Contributed by Jeremy Raby on Aug 20, 2010

The battle of Thomas and Didymus.

This morning we read a passage of scripture, concerning the appearance of Jesus after His resurrection. The disciples had followed Jesus during His ministry, the were with Him when the large multitudes followed and rejoiced over the miracles, they were with Him when most turned their backs on Him. ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Baptist

Sent Or Stuck?

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Sep 15, 2009

Jesus commissions his disciples with the gift of the Holy Spirit.

Sent or Stuck? John 20:19-23 September 13, 2009 Intro: I’ve never really been in fear for my life. I have felt fear – that powerful, raw emotional response to some situation, where the heart suddenly starts beating much harder, sweat appears on the brow, all the senses go on high alert, and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

When God Shows Up Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 1, 2011

This message is part of the series on the gospel of John and reminds us how everything changes in our lives when God shows up.

When God Shows Up John 20:19-23 a little baptist church in Tennessee was planning to have their annual revival "Our spring revival starts in just a week and a half," the senior pastor was saying up front. He named the evangelist who would be coming to preach and told a little about him "We sure ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23, 1 John 20:19

Hands Reaching Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 28, 2008

Missions emphasis message; Jesus’ hands, bearing the marks of crucifixion, have lifted us out of sin and now empower us to reach out to places of pain.

I had thought that this past Wednesday I was going to get a little time to myself, maybe to sit down and read, or take a walk, or drink coffee on the deck, gazing into nowhere. I had thought there might be a little leisure, as somehow the calendar had no entries on it! But no!! She who has for ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Baptist

How Jesus Revitalizes

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 28, 2008

No matter where you are, ¾ full, ½ empty, ¼ full or the ‘e’ light is on, you need to fill up. Today we’re going to look at how Jesus refills our tank, revitalizes and re-energizes us when we’re running on empty.

How Jesus Revitalizes When You’re Running On Empty John 20:19-31 Background image of tank on empty We’ve all done it. We’ve set our mind to something. We committed ourselves. We let others know our intention. We research and studied. We trained and prepared and when the moment came, we hesitated. ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Methodist

How Do You Respond To The Jesus Of The Book? Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jun 2, 2010

God confirms gospel benefits in the resurrection of the Christ.

Scripture Introduction People write for many reasons. Some seek fame or wealth, others self-fulfillment or to aid in their own learning. Some books teach skills, others simply entertain. The Apostle John’s purpose was: “that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah” – God’s promised redeemer. ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed