Sermons on Stagnant Waters:

In The Name Of Jesus: Washed And Made New

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 22, 2025

Water baptism was an important part of Christian initiation in the practice of the first Christians, its still important today.

Sermon Title: “In the Name of Jesus: Washed and Made New” Introduction – A Personal Story I want to begin by taking you back to a moment that has shaped my entire life. I was nine years old. I had gone to the altar and given my heart to the Lord. There, as I repented and called on Jesus, I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Knows

Contributed by Michael Cansler on Nov 22, 2025

Jesus runs a WELL driving ministry and will give you the living water so that you never thirst again.

Jesus Knows (John 4: 1-15) 1-2) Jesus realized that the Pharisees was keeping count of the baptism The Pharisees was saying that Jesus was baptizing more people then John They are attempting to make it look like it was a competition between Jesus and John Turning them into rivals Is that not like ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Thirsting For God

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 29, 2025

This sermon calls every believer to examine the true object of their deepest thirst and turn from the world’s broken wells to the only Source who can satisfy—the living God, who invites us to come, drink, and truly live.

Thirsting for God “If you don’t find life before death, you can’t find life after death” Every human being lives with a thirst. Some thirst for family approval… others for health, success, money, sports, exercise, music, or a thousand other pursuits. We chase what promises satisfaction, and we ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"where God Meets Our Thirst" - Lent 3rd Sunday Series

Contributed by Shawn Vollmerhausen on Mar 16, 2026

This week’s message will create a space for people to name their own thirst…whether for peace, purpose, forgiveness, or renewal, and hear the invitation to come to the well that never runs dry.

There is a kind of thirst that goes deeper than the body. We all know what it feels like to be physically thirsty, to feel that dryness in the mouth, that ache in the throat, that longing for a drink of cold water. But there is another kind of thirst that lives in the soul. It is quieter, harder ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42, Exodus 17:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

The First Sign Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 8, 2026

In our text today is a wedding where something goes wrong, and someone is about to be embarrassed! Today we will visit the first miracle of Jesus, which John calls a “sign”.

THE FIRST SIGN John 2:1–11 Introduction As a preacher, I have been involved in many weddings. Weddings can be complex or simple, and when it comes to planning the ceremony, whatever the bride wants is what she gets. The groom is just there for moral support. Maggy and I will celebrate our 39th ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Woman At The Well”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 2, 2026

To walk with Jesus is to reject all prejudice. It is to know that even though Satan whispers we aren't good enough Jesus is the living water that refreshes our soul Quote from Augustine about a hole in every heart. that only Jesus can fill.

In Jesus Holy Name March 8,2026 Text: John 4:4-7 Lent III – Redeemer “The Woman at the Well” Th first three stories in the Gospel of John “The wedding at Cana”; Nicodemus”; The woman at the well” are not in Matthew nor Mark, nor Luke. So, the Question we ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran

The Well At The Well

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Sep 30, 2012

Living Water… Flowing water… Spring water make a good type for the Holy Spirit. As Moving water quenches thirst, refreshes and invigorates, purifies and makes the earth fruitful.

Jesus Is: Seed of the Woman - Genesis 3:15; A Star Out Of Jacob - Numbers 24:17; A Prophet - Deuteronomy 18:15, 18; The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, The Prince Of Peace -Isaiah 9:6; The Lord Our Righteousness - Jeremiah 23:6; The Son Of God - Daniel 3:25; The Son Of Man - Daniel 7:13; ...read more

Scripture: John 4:3-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Can Get There From Here

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 9, 2025

Hezekiah’s revival shows that true renewal begins with repentance — a turning from sin and toward God that opens the floodgates of divine mercy.

Sometimes revival comes in such gradual ways. Without even realizing when it all began, we find ourselves enjoying the spiritual blessings and joy that revival brings. Sometimes revival comes in response to conflict, or persecution, or maybe tragedy. Our complacency, our apathy, is shattered by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:6, Deuteronomy 4:30-31

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

It’s Time To Grow Up!

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 29, 2010

You and I should consistently grow in spiritual maturity, but this process takes a lifetime. In the book of Colossians, we find some very important steps to help us.

It’s Time to Grow Up! Pm November 29th 2009 Colossians 2:6-14 Introduction There’s a rebuke in the book of Hebrews which we as Christians would do well to take to heart: Hebrews 5:11-14 says, “Concerning him we have much to say, and it is hard to explain, since you have become ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

"journey To Bethlehem: "can Anything Good Come Out Of Nazareth?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 29, 2023

The first in a four-part series for Advent.

“Journey to Bethlehem: Can Anything Good Come Out of Nazareth?” Luke 1:26-38 Early in Jesus’ ministry, when Philip, one of Jesus’ first disciples told his friend Nathanial: “We have found the one Moses wrote about in the Law, and about whom the prophets also wrote—Jesus of Nazareth…” Nathanial ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Two Bowls, Two Towels

Contributed by Robert Hightower on May 26, 2003

Comparison Between Jesus and Pilate, Jesus washing the feet of the disciples, Pilate washing his own hands, Servanthood Message

“Two Bowls and Two Towels” Jesus and Pilate First Baptist Church Ardmore May 18, 2003 Robert S. Hightower If you have your bible turn with me to the gospel of John chapter 13 The title of this morning’s message is “two bowls and two towels” Let me begin this morning’s message with a story A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:19-24, John 13:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Waterpots At Cana

Contributed by Mark Stegall on Sep 4, 2001

WATER INTO WINE

JOHN CH.2 VS 1-11 WHAT CAN WE LEARN FROM THE FIRST MIRACLE OF JESUS. LETS LOOK AT 4 PRINCIPLES THAT WE CAN APPLY TO OUR CHRISTIAN LIFE. #1 BEFORE THE MIRACLE COMES THE COMMAND. VS 7 JESUS SAITH UNTO THEM,FILL THE WATERPOTS WITH WATER.AS WE STUDY THE MIRACLES OF JESUS WE FIND THAT HIS BLESSINGS ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Ond Our Faith

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 30, 2015

Jesus builds the church, we are called to disciple God's people. Lets see where faith and service meet together in what we call the church.

The Church and our faith Matthew 16:13-19 Introduction- Last week we looked at finding purpose in your life. The writer of Ecclesiastes Solomon said that all things outside of God were meaningless in the great scheme of things. Pleasures and things are temporary. The only way you find ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Nazarene

The Blessings Of Restoration Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 24, 2011

The return of Messiah to earth causes the period of overhauling or restoration of all things which God has said would be restored (Acts 3:21).

ZECHARIAH 14: 8-15 THE BLESSINGS OF RESTORATION The return of Messiah to earth causes the period of overhauling or restoration of all things which God has said would be restored (Acts 3:21). The grand finale of Christ's appearing is the establishment of His Kingdom over all the earth. The ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 14:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Too Comfortable?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 5, 2001

3 Questions: "How does Jesus disturb people? Why does Jesus disturb people? How will you respond?"

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. In the 5th chapter of the Gospel of Mark there is an intriguing story. For many of you it is a familiar one, but let me briefly summarize it for you, & then read 3 verses from it. When Jesus & His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ