Sermons on Yochanan 17:16:

Part 7 - Thyatira: The Tolerant Church Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 21, 2020

What happens when a church becomes tolerant of worldly influence and sin? Jesus message to the Thyatira tells us clearly

May 31, 2020 Pastor Brad Reaves (c) 2020 Grace Community Church, Winchester, VA www.gracecommunity.com view this sermon in its entirety at https://youtu.be/SOLc3AG4x58 Introduction I recently read in a book the following, “It would be unsavory to describe how far the worship of indecency was ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29, 1 Peter 4:17, Genesis 3:3, James 4:4, 1 John 2:15, John 17:14-16, John 15:19, Philippians 2:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Covid-19, Day Of Prayer

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jun 19, 2020

Short message during virus shut down time. This was shared by text and other media.

Subject: Covid-19, Day of Prayer From the Pastor’s Desk. PRAYER With all of our problems and concerns over Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) the President has set today as a day of prayer. I think that is a wonderful thing for Christians of all Faiths beliefs. It gives Christians a chance to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:22, John 17:1-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Prayer Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 5, 2017

Jesus' prayer affirms his obedience to the Father; the father's glorification; the revelation of God in Jesus Christ; the choosing of the disciples; their unity; and the promise that their final destiny is to share in the glory of the Father

The Prayer of Jesus audio (5MB) John 17:1-26 The moment of Jesus arrest, trial and execution is fast approaching. Jesus has finished his teaching of the disciples. The hour has come. His work on earth is complete. So complete in fact that he can say with confidence at the end of ch16: "33Take ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Anglican

Do Not Live At The Shallow End Of The Pool / Transfigured Moments

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Feb 22, 2017

This yearning within us is not really about life's circumstances. It is about us! This restlessness this desire for something more generally means we have been living life at the shallow end of the pool. Updated August 2023..

Each year ...we as Anglicans ... set aside a date to hear the glorious story... of the transfiguration. The Scriptures Speak to the transfigured nature of our Lord... in the books of Mathew, Mark, and Luke. Here God's Word (Pick one) ....... BIBLE "And he (Jesus) was transfigured before ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9, Matthew 17:1-9, Luke 9:28-36, Mark 10:14-15, 2 Corinthians 5:17, John 17:15-16, Matthew 5:13-16, 2 Corinthians 3:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

The Prayer Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 27, 2017

The Our Father in Matthew 6 is typically referred to as the Lord's Prayer. But really, John 17 is what should be called the Lord's Prayer because it literally is the prayer of Jesus. Jesus' longest recorded prayer has much to say and there's much to gain.

THE PRAYER OF JESUS John 17:1-26 INTRODUCTION: The Our Father of Matthew 6:9-13 is typically referred to as the Lord's Prayer. But really, it is the disciple's prayer given to them by the Lord. Here, in John 17 is what should be called the Lord's Prayer because it literally is the prayer of Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Live For Others: Have A Servant Heart! Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 30, 2017

Don’t just do what you have to do to get by, but work heartily, as Christ’s servants doing what God wants you to do. And work with a smile on your face, always keeping in mind that no matter who happens to be giving the orders, you’re really serving God.

Live for Others: Have a Servant Heart! We are continuing in our series on Discovering our destiny and this week we are going to be thinking about what it means to live for others. This morning we are considering what it means to have a servant heart. To focus our thoughts, listen to the words of ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-16, Romans 12:1-2, Philippians 2:1-5, Matthew 23:11-12, John 13:12-16, Colossians 3:23-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Don't Belong To This World Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 16, 2017

Series: Identity: Becoming Who We Are

“I Don’t Belong to this World” Series: Identity: Becoming Who We Are May 14, 2017 – Brad Bailey (Note: This message also coincided with Mother’s Day…so while the focus remained in this series on Identity… some illustrations were woven in which reflect the significance of mothers.) Intro Continuing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:8-11, John 17:15-18, John 17:17-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord’s Prayer Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 7, 2017

A study of the Gospel of John 17: 1 – 26

John 17: 1 – 26 The Lord’s Prayer 1 Jesus spoke these words, lifted up His eyes to heaven, and said: “Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son, that Your Son also may glorify You, 2 as You have given Him authority over all flesh, that He should give eternal life to as many as You have given ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Loving Others At Their Worst

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Sep 9, 2017

The more intimate a relationship is, the more certain we are to experience the worst side of a spouse, child, parent, friend... Jesus loved--and yes, loves--us at our worst, and beckons us to be his ambassadors by doing the same for others.

LOVING OTHERS AT THEIR WORST I. Introduction - Not long ago I read the story of a man who came to love a woman named Helen, who was a drug addict. She was living with an abusive man who supplied her drugs and in return used her for his pleasure. But another man, an honest and virtuous man, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:12-14, Ephesians 2:8-10, John 17:1-26, 1 Corinthians 12:4-31, Romans 12:4-8, Ephesians 4:11-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Prayer Of Jesus (Complete)

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 12, 2017

Kept through the Name.

1. I PRAY FOR THEM. John 17:1-11. During His last pre-crucifixion discourse, Jesus left the upper room with His inner band of eleven disciples, continuing to talk along the way (John 14:31). Then He prayed a very public prayer on behalf of the Apostles, and of the whole Church. This has often ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Can Live In Perfect Peace

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Nov 3, 2017

Jesus says the world will treat His followers just like it treated him. But He says that we can have peace in the midst of the persecution. Sadly, we don't see peace operating in the lives of most Christians. Why not?

If you spend any length of time listening to or reading what the media (conservative and liberal) are saying about politics, which is most often focused on President Trump, and social issues like racism, the anthem protests, BLM, the Alt-right, etc., you might believe our country is teetering on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:22-25, John 15:18-20, John 17:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Best For Both Worlds Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 15, 2017

part of our mission and vision involves "All-In Discipleship." This can only occur when we realize we are IN the world but not OF the world. In fact, the world is in a serious battle with God, His Son, His Spirit, and His people.

1. A Challenge in Preaching Every Week – the Needs of Each Member a. “Feed me,” – I am hungering to hear from God. b. “Minister to Me,” – I am hurting because of: *Illness in my family *Illness I am facing *Death in my family or a friend *Employment Stresses *Bad Decisions c. “Help me feel ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Describe My Hyphen

Contributed by Aaron Martinez on Oct 12, 2018

Gods plans for our lives are better than ours. A Message to Victory Outreach the Ranch men's and woman's Victory Home. What God has in His mind is the best Hyphen that we would ever live.

Psalms 90;2- So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom. INTRO This past weekend was an emotional one. Actually the whole month of March is a pretty hard month for me personally. As most of you know I am from the city of Chicago and Chicago can be a very dangerous place. Each ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-14, Psalm 90:2, Joshua 3:5, John 17:1-22

The Road To The Cross Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 14, 2009

The way a person faces their death can tell you a lot about them.

John 17:1-26 February 17, 2007 The Road to the Cross You can tell a lot about a person by the way in which they face their own death. Some people are afraid, others bold, some are angry and selfish, while others are calm and selfless. Seeing someone in their final days can evoke a sense of ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: *other

Jesus Prayer Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

The prayer of Jesus

Jesus prayer John 17 It’s good to know that God is always there looking out for us. A little boy once prayed, "Dear God, I hope you’ll take good care of yourself because if anything should happen to you, we’d be in an awful fix." I heard a story ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Baptist