Sermons on The Purpose Of Johns Gospel:

A Demand For Holiness - A Holiness Expressed In Genuine Love Responding To The Gospel

Contributed by Robert Tarasiak on Sep 9, 2023

"Holiness does not consist in mystic speculations, enthusiastic fervours, or uncommanded austerities; it consists in thinking as God thinks, and willing as God wills." John Brown, Nineteenth-century Scottish theologian, quoted in J. Bridges, The Pursuit of Holiness, p. 51.

1 Peter Series Part 6 Sub Series: A Demand for Holiness (1:13 – 2:3) Title: “A holiness expressed in genuine love responding to the gospel” Text: 1 Peter 1:22-25 INTRO: WHAT DOES HOLINESS LOOK LIKE? "Holiness does not consist in mystic speculations, enthusiastic fervours, or uncommanded ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:22-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Amazing Grace, The Story Of John Newton

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jan 18, 2009

When the spiritual life of the Christian Church is at a low ebb God raises up chosen servants to a revival of the Christian faith.

AMAZING GRACE, THE STORY OF JOHN NEWTON The stories of men and women’s lives recorded in Scripture are often used in sermons to illustrate truths to help us in our own spiritual pilgrimage. The biographies of Christian leaders in more recent times can also be very interesting and helpful. I read ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Of God (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Nov 16, 2002

Paul opens his letter to the Romans reminding them of the Promise of God! As Paul states "the gospel . . . is the power of God unto salvation" and it is also the central theme of Romans.

The Gospel of God (Part 2) Romans 1:7–17 Introduction People for two thousand years have been refuting and overthrowing this book, and yet it stands today as solid as a rock. Its circulation increases, and it is more loved and cherished and read today than ever before. People make about ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:7-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

(1 Of 4) The Gospel Is Good News Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 27, 2025

The gospel of Jesus Christ is history’s central story—faith in the past, hope for the future, and love today.

Not on Fox. Not on the peacock channel. Not on C-SPAN or ESPN. Not a stock market report. Not a weather forecast. Not stale news. Not fake news. Not bad news. Good news. The gospel is not a broadcast that fades after the commercial break. It’s not spin for ratings or another voice in the noise. ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30, Hebrews 4:16, 2 Corinthians 5:21, John 15:5, 1 Corinthians 13:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Preaching The Gospel Beyond You

Contributed by Eddie Nicandro on Oct 26, 2001

We are given a particular field of ministry to finish the job and go beyond

PREACHING THE GOSPEL BEYOND YOU Text: 2 Corinthians 10:13-16 Introduction: When Dr. Richard Vera asked me two months ago to preach in this gathering, I asked him to give me time to think and pray, before I would say yes to his invitation. After much prayer, the Lord led me to accept the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Living Together To Advance The Gospel Series

Contributed by Kenneth Henes on Jun 22, 2004

God often uses strange tools to help us advance the Gospel as pioneers. From Paul, we see two of those tools.

LIVING TOGETHER TO ADVANCE THE GOSPEL Philippians 1:12-18 INTRODUCTION A. Three German Christian preachers who stood out as preachers in WWII Germany: 1. Dietrich Bonhoeffer, who joined a movement to overthrow Hitler, lectured in the US during a period of time in which his life was threatened in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Barbecue, The Banquet And The Gospel Of Christ

Contributed by Scott Bradford on May 23, 2004

That all are invited to the Wedding Banquet, to the Feast, but will you accept the invitation and dress for the wedding?

Have you seen the commercial that asks, ”What’s America cooking up for Dinner?” (of course beef). This commercial superimposes an American idea that our favorite meal is beef. (Not arguing against it, and those connected with the beef industry would certainly applaud this commercial). Like that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

The Life-Transforming Power Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 7, 2009

God has called us to be missionary Christians – to share the Gospel (Good News) with everyone we meet. The Gospel has the power to transform their lives.

SUPERNATURAL #14: THE POWER OF THE GOSPEL KEY TEXT: “But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” (Acts 1:8). REVIEW PART ONE: MAPS • In Acts 13, the Lord called ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-20

Denomination: *other

"Who Is This Jesus?” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 18, 2006

First in a series on the Gospel of John. This series deals with the divinity of Jesus.

A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 1 “Who Is This Jesus?” John 1:1-3 Jesus is a great historical figure and held by many to be the most inspirational leader the world has ever known. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

An Idle Tale Or Gospel Truth? Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Mar 31, 2010

Luke's account of the resurrection raises the issue of the struggle the early church had to believe the women's witness to Christ's resurrection. We too struggle to believe, yet ultimately, do because we trust in the validity of the women's Easter sermon

Easter Day Yr C, 4/04/2010 Lk 24:1-12 Rev. Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Chaplain of The Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta “An idle tale or Gospel Truth?” You have likely heard or even witnessed stories where reality is stranger than fiction. After ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Gratitude That Adorns The Gospel-6

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 9, 2019

6 of 8. For the Christians in Rome, Paul delineated the relationship of gratitude to the Gospel. But what manner of Gratitude properly adorns the Gospel of Christ? OR... How can your Gratitude adorn the Gospel of Christ? Gratitude adorns the Gospel thru...

GRATITUDE That ADORNS The GOSPEL-VI—Romans 1:15-25 OR: Gratitude That Graces The Gospel Attention: This coming Saturday, our church is going to have a Cleanup/Work Day. We will begin with a breakfast at 8:00, & the plan is to work until about noon. If everyone will take on a project, or work ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:15-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Cannot Be Locked Down

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 9, 2022

No matter how hard they try, or by what means they use, the Gospel of Christ will continue to be proclaimed.

The Gospel Cannot be Locked Down Acts 5:17-25 In last week’s text, we saw the great signs and wonders which were performed by the Holy Spirit through the Apostles in Jesus’ name. Huge numbers of those who were healed or had demons cast out must have been overjoyed just like the crowds who were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Walking In The Light

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

Background to 1 John, considering the people, places, subjects, style and purpose.

WALKING IN THE LIGHT (1 John 1- 2:17) Background to John’s Epistles and Revelation [All quotations from A. Plummer, The Epistles of St John, 1954 unless otherwise specified.] PLACE: EPHESUS • John ended his days at Patmos, then Ephesus (c. 100AD?) • Ephesus: the first of all and greatest, the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

(Study No. 1) John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jan 30, 2020

John the Baptist is the first soul-winner of whom we read in the New Testament. He was a pioneer in every sense of the word. He prepared the way for the Lord (Luke 3:4),

Soul winners in the New Testament (Study No. 1) John the Baptist John 1:19-37 We begin a new series on New Testament soul-winners .With these studies we hope to form a composite picture of the way in which we can all engage in this great task of bringing others to the Lord Jesus Christ. John the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Gospel Of His Great Mercy

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 27, 2015

We have reason to celebrate when because of the blessings we can receive from the great mercy of God!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • What brings joy to your life right now? I am not simply talking about having a smile on your face, or being happy baseball season is upon us, but what brings joy to your life. • Sometimes life can be frustrating, draining, and difficult; nonetheless, in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ