Sermons on Yochanan 1:9:

Understanding The Possibility Movement Of God Series

Contributed by Timilehin Daniel Olabiyi on Jan 4, 2025

From creation, where God declared, “Let there be light” (Genesis 1:3), to Jesus proclaiming Himself as the "Light of the World" (John 8:12), light signifies God’s ability to illuminate what is hidden, make the impossible possible, and guide His people through the darkness.

1. INTRODUCTION The Bible frequently uses light as a symbol of God’s presence, truth, guidance, and power. From creation, where God declared, “Let there be light” (Genesis 1:3), to Jesus proclaiming Himself as the "Light of the World" (John 8:12), light signifies God’s ability to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:17, Mark 10:27, John 1:1-9

Denomination: Apostolic

The Cosmic Nativity: The Word Became Flesh

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 5, 2025

This sermon expounds on the Apostle John's version of the Incarnation of Jesus Christ

January 5, 2025 Sermon - “The Cosmic Nativity: The Word Became Flesh” This sermon expands on an earlier devotional teaching give to staff at the Yonge Street Mission in Toronto. It is adapted for the congregation of Church at the Mission, Yonge Street Mission This is the first Sunday of the New ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Christmas Message For December 22, 2024 Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 9, 2025

Jesus is the greatest Christmas gift ever! John showed how that even though He was rejected, more often than not, some from that day to this still receive Him as Lord and Savior.

A Christmas Message for December 22, 2024 (based on a sermon preached at New Hope Baptist Church near Fulton, MO on 12-22-2024. This is not an exact transcription.) (Full disclosure: Sermon Central has already posted a message of mine, based on this same text, called “The Unwanted Christmas Gift”. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

San Arnoldo Janssen: Una Visión Profética Del Encuentro Divino En Un Siglo De Transformación Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jan 11, 2025

En un mundo a menudo fragmentado por divisiones ideológicas, culturales y religiosas, la visión de Janssen ofrece una alternativa esperanzadora : una espiritualidad de conexión, respeto y enriquecimiento mutuo.

San Arnoldo Janssen: una visión profética del encuentro divino en un siglo de transformación Introducción: En un mundo a menudo fragmentado por divisiones ideológicas, culturales y religiosas, la visión de Janssen ofrece una alternativa esperanzadora : una ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Other

Saint Arnold Janssen: Isang Propetikong Pangitain Ng Banal Na Pagtagpo Sa Isang Siglo Na Nagbabagong-Bago Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jan 11, 2025

Sa isang mundong madalas na pinaghiwa-hiwalay ng mga dibisyong ideolohikal, kultura, at relihiyon, ang pananaw ni Janssen ay nag-aalok ng mapag-asahang alternatibo — isang espirituwalidad ng koneksyon, paggalang, at pagpapayaman sa isa't isa.

Saint Arnold Janssen: Isang Propetikong Pangitain ng Banal na Pagtagpo sa Isang Siglo na Nagbabagong-bago Intro: Sa isang mundong madalas na pinaghiwa-hiwalay ng mga dibisyong ideolohikal, kultura, at relihiyon, ang pananaw ni Janssen ay nag-aalok ng mapag-asahang alternatibo — isang ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Other

What Child Is This?

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 22, 2025

Christmas Eve Message

What Child is this? John 1:1-18 Introduction- This year flew by us! Anyone besides me think that we spend a lot of time looking in our rear view mirrors because everything is going so fast. We say it every year and every year it flies bye. When you read the Christmas Story Luke chapter 2- it ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

Bridges

Contributed by Terry Lindsey on Oct 27, 2000

Jesus bulit the bridge for us to cross into the Kingdom of Heaven

Bridges My topic tonight is about bridges. How many of you crossed a bridge on the way here?? Many of us cross bridges everyday and never give it much thought. Webster’s defines a bridge in several different ways but I am using the definition of “A structure built over a river, etc., to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Clear The Way, Part 2 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 10, 2025

John's introduction of John the Baptist's ministry, life, and purpose can be one of much revelation to us - if we would be willing to see that we TOO are called to be just as faithful and share what we know about Jesus.

John, Part 2 Series: Clear the Way, Part 2 John 1:6-13 - I never want to assume that we all have the same knowledge … intro: • A young Jewish man; referred to as youngest Apostle (late teens / early 20s) • John wrote 5 books in NT: 3 epistles, Revelation, and this Gospel (~90 AD) • John ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-13, Romans 10:9, Deuteronomy 4:2, John 12:46, 2 Timothy 3:5, Romans 1:19-20, James 4:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Saint Arnold Janssen: A Prophetic Vision Of Divine Encounter In A Transformative Century Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jan 23, 2025

In a world often fragmented by ideological, cultural, and religious divisions, Janssen's vision offers a hopeful alternative—a spirituality of connection, respect, and mutual enrichment.

Saint Arnold Janssen: A Prophetic Vision of Divine Encounter in a Transformative Century Intro: In a world often fragmented by ideological, cultural, and religious divisions, Janssen's vision offers a hopeful alternative—a spirituality of connection, respect, and mutual enrichment. Scripture: ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Other

The Restoration Of Israel – Jeremiah – Part 9 – Chapter 33:15 – The Remarkable Study Of "The Branch” In Scripture Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 22, 2025

In the bible there is woven a remarkable theme glorifying the Lord Jesus THE BRANCH, and this thread is in the Old and New Testaments. It is a remarkable study and is set out here as clearly as I can make it. I hope it confirms to you the inspiration of the bible. Only God could do that.

THE RESTORATION OF ISRAEL – JEREMIAH – PART 9 – Chapter 33:15 – THE REMARKABLE STUDY OF “THE BRANCH” IN SCRIPTURE THE STUDY OF “THE BRANCH” IN SCRIPTURE Jeremiah 33 verse 15. Let us look at a lovely scriptural study of “THE BRANCH”. As we delve into this we shall see the great harmony that is ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:15, Jeremiah 23:5, Isaiah 4:2, Zechariah 3:6-8, Zechariah 6:12, Philippians 2:7-8, Jeremiah 23:5-6, John 1:1-11, Ezekiel 1:5-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gift That Keeps On Giving

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Oct 28, 2025

A sermon on the lasting meaning of Christmas can bridge the season beautifully into the New Year, helping people carry the message beyond the festivities.

1. The Wonder of the Incarnation – God Stepped In “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.” God didn’t shout love from a distance — He moved in next door. Christmas isn’t sentimental nostalgia; it’s revolutionary truth: God chose to enter our humanity. Illustration: A king removing ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14, Matthew 28:20

Breaking Free

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 3, 2025

Repentance reveals mercy; when we uncover our sin to God, He covers us with grace and restores freedom, joy, and revival power.

1. A Revival That Starts Inside the House of God Every true revival begins not on the street but in the sanctuary. When the Lord says, “If My people,” He’s not addressing the pagans outside Jerusalem’s walls but His covenant family inside. The call isn’t first for the world to get right; it’s for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, Psalm 51:10-12, Galatians 5:16, John 1:9, Proverbs 28:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Grateful & Victorious Series

Contributed by De Juana Smith-Gatling on Dec 7, 2025

This month is paying homage to Jesus. There's a famous quote that says "it's not how many times one is knocked down; it's that he or she gets up."

I want to ask you a question. Who are you? Besides your career, your education, your family, Strip all of you down. Again, who are you? If we go to the book of Ephesians 1 and 2, being a believer and having the faith. It tells you who you really are. So, today, we know we are victorious and we ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, 1 John 5:5

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas: When Heaven Came Down To Earth Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 11, 2025

Christmas is the divine moment when God stepped out of eternity and entered humanity to redeem mankind.

CHRISTMAS: WHEN HEAVEN CAME DOWN TO EARTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 1:1-14 Key Verse: “And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us…” (John 1:14) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 7:14; Matthew 1:23; Luke 2:8-14; Philippians 2:6-11; Galatians 4:4-5 INTRODUCTION Christmas is more than a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christmas: The Light Shines In The Darkness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 11, 2025

Christmas reveals Jesus as the Light who enters human darkness to bring salvation, hope, and transformation.

CHRISTMAS: THE LIGHT SHINES IN THE DARKNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 1:1-14 Key Verse: “The light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not.” — John 1:5 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 9:2, Luke 2:8-14, John 8:12, 1 John 1:5 INTRODUCTION: Christmas is far more than a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God