Sermons on The True Vine:

"Friends"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jul 6, 2004

What does it take to be a true friend? What are the characteristics of a true friend? See how Jesus is your best friend ... the best friend you could ever have.

“Friends” INTRODUCTION: Friends are wonderful things to have … AMEN? When I was over at Lisa Mathew’s house this week, I couldn’t help notice all the “friends” she had. That’s one of the blessings of growing up in a small community. You have friends that you grew up with … friends you went to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Notables Of The Early Church Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 14, 2008

he Church is made up of God’s people. This was true from the beginning and is true today. But who were those people who made up the earliest church?

The Notables of the Early Church (Acts 1:12-14) 1. Following Jesus Christ has never meant deserting the human race and living in seclusion -- or putting on an image of otherly-worldness -- if there is such a word. True, some Christians have chosen to live this way, like the Amish. But most have ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Check Up For The Church - Worship – The Respiratory System Of The Local Church

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 1, 2020

Jesus tells us that the Father is looking for “true worshippers.” True worshippers, according to Jesus in John 4:24, are those who worship the Father “in spirit and truth.”

In the early 70’s comedian Flip Wilson played the part of a character named Reverend Leroy, who pastored The Church of What's Happenin' Now. But today our cities and counties are swarming with “Reverend Leroys'' and churches that might rightly be called The Church of What's ...read more

Scripture: John 4:20-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Being To Friendly With The Enemy

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 19, 2022

In the last several years we have heard a lot about “fake news.” “Fake news” is what happens when something is reported to be true that isn’t true.

Fake news is nothing new. That is, we’re not the first generation to grapple with truth vs. lies. Human nature is such that many people find it easier to tell a lie than to tell the truth. If lying was a sport, it would be the most popular sport on earth today. Politicians have the reputation ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

4 Steps To Welcome Jesus Into Your Life

Contributed by Rick Sunstrom on Mar 8, 2006

This sermon is based on the text of Mark 11:1-17 and gives you 4 things you can do to welcome the presence of the Lord into your life.

4 Steps to Welcome Jesus into Your Life 3/20/05 1) Be willing to let the Lord use what you have Mark 11:1-6 As Jesus and his disciples approached Jerusalem, they came to the towns of Bethphage and Bethany, on the Mount of Olives. Jesus sent two of them on ahead. 2"Go into that village over ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Torn Between Two Loves Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Mar 5, 2007

Part of a series in Philippians, we are encouraged to make Christ our life.

Illus. 3 men discussing their funerals, what they would want people to say. •"He was a great humanitarian, an asset to his community." •"He was a great family man, loved his family." •"Look, he’s moving!" “What would you like on your tombstone”? What would you like to accomplish before you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Ready To Work In The Vineyard?

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Sep 22, 2005

Jesus calls his children to work in the vineyard, and reprimands those who think they are most willing with their lack of true service.

September 25, 2005 Matthew 21:28-32 “What do you think? There was a man who had two sons. He went to the first and said, ‘Son, go and work today in the vineyard.’ ”‘I will not,’ he answered, but later he changed his mind and went. “Then the father went to the other son and said the same thing. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Lutheran

Thou Art The Christ

Contributed by Marvin P. Hoogland on Aug 9, 2021

The deity of Christ has been often challenged, but is at the foundation of the Christian's confession

God and man? Can that be true? The man, Jesus, is God? Yes! This is the confession of the Christian Church. Jesus Christ is truly God and truly man in one person. The Church confesses that “Our only comfort in life and death” is not found simply in God. God the Almighty, the Omnipotent, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16

I Am The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 2, 2009

What do the words I am the Bread of Life say to folk today?

Jn 6:25-40: I am the bread of Life The key to understanding the whole of John 6 – the chapter of our Gospel reading revolves around one of Jesus’ famous “I am” statements – I am the Bread of life. Indeed, by choosing these words, I AM Jesus was pointing his hearers to something special about ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-40

Denomination: Anglican

The Children Of God

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 30, 2025

1. LOVE 2. PRAYER 3. NEEDS 4. SAFETY 5. HEIRS 6. COMFORT 7. NATURE 8. DISCIPLINE 9. RESPONSIBILITY 10. FATHERLESS

THE CHILDREN OF GOD 1. LOVE 2. PRAYER 3. NEEDS 4. SAFETY 5. HEIRS 6. COMFORT 7. NATURE 8. DISCIPLINE 9. RESPONSIBILITY 10. FATHERLESS ******************** THE CHILDREN OF GOD 1. LOVE 1 John 3 : 1 - 3 1 See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Becoming Fruitful

Contributed by Andy Grossman on May 20, 2010

Producing Fruit of the Spirit

“Becoming Fruitful” May 9th, 2010 John 15:1-8 1"I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful. 3You are already clean because of the word I ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

What Kind Of Fruit Is On The Tree?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 6, 2011

The word ‘abide’ means to remain or stay around. The ‘remaining’ is evidence that salvation has taken place. The Christians life resembles a well maintained vine, or a fruit bearing tree. Listen to Psalm 1:3NLT They are like trees planted along the riv

What Kind of Fruit Is On the Tree? John 15:5-8NKJ I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing. 6 If anyone does not abide in Me, he is cast out as a branch and is withered; and they gather them and throw them into the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pursuing God

Contributed by Dan Campbell on Jan 12, 2006

We all have goals and dreams. And, we are all hopeful that those dreams will one day come true.

PURSUING GOD Psalm 27:1-4 How did you do with your homework from last week? How did what you wrote as important line up with how you’re living? I trust that your response was to ask the Lord to help you put things in the right order. (Show movie clip from National Treasure) All of us are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What About The Bible? Part-3 Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on May 3, 2008

God alone has penned this word as He inspired and used the men who wrote it and Jesus Christ is the ultimate source of truth! The Bible can be trusted and so can He!

What About The Bible? Part-3, II Timothy 3:16 The Logos Introduction A young man was once employed as clerk in a telegraph office in a town in England. In some way or other God led him to see that he was a sinner, and this caused him great distress of mind. The young man went to the office one ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-8

Denomination: Christian Church

Counting The Cost Of Discipleship

Contributed by John White on Feb 8, 2005

Exploring what it means to be a true disciple in today’s world.

COUNTING THE COST OF TRUE DISCIPLESHIP Luke 14:25-35 In this parable Jesus is illustrating one very simple and obvious basic truth: His disciples may have to pay a price. It may cost you if you commit yourself to believe, receive and serve the Lord Jesus Christ. It not only, may, but it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Baptist