Sermons on Yochanan 21:14:

Full Circle

Contributed by Tim Shepard on May 22, 2007

This ermon is about restoration to service of Jesus Christ.

Twenty-six miles. I stare at the trailhead sign and wonder if I really want to do this again. You see, I’ve been here before. I’ve climbed this mountain trail a number of times. I’m getting older. I might be getting wiser. But do I really need to climb a mountain trail? Do I need to ...read more

Scripture: John 21:3-21

Denomination: *other

"Help! I Can't Forgive Myself"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 26, 2003

The forgiveness of Jesus is inclusive and applies to forgiving ourself for things we have done.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches June 1, 2003 “Help! I Can’t Forgive Myself” John 21:9-19 INTRODUCTION: Garrison Keillor who is the host of the Prairie Home Companion on Public Radio tells of a man in Lake Wobegon who was saved 12 times at the altar of a Lutheran church that never gave altar ...read more

Scripture: John 21:9-19

Denomination: Methodist

Father's Day Advice Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jun 13, 2003

Letting Jesus tell us how to run our life is hard but fruitful. Trust Him in all things. Fits all groups but targets men.

John 21:1-14 – Father’s Day Advice Someone wrote these humorous words called, "The World According to Dad." These are words that most dads have said at some time or another to their children. - This is going to hurt me more than it hurts you. - Bring back all the change. - How should I know? Ask ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Peter Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jul 16, 2003

This message came from a series I did entitled "Witnesses", focusing on those who were eyewitnesses of Christ. Each message was prefaced with a short dramatic monologue, which is included.

Peter Man, am I confused right now. They say, “when the goin’ gets tough, the tough…go fishin’.” Well, that’s where I am; I been fishin’ since I was 2 years old, me and Andrew; it’s the only life we ever knew…’til like three years ago. Pete’s the name; means “rock”. Yeah, that’s me, okay, ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Look Who's Here

Contributed by David Moore on Mar 21, 2008

This sermon presents the fact that Christ’s presence is always with us even when we are suffering, sorrowing, sad, stranded or selfish.

Look Who’s Here! Aim: To show how the Risen Lord is there in times of our need. Text: John 21:1-19 Introduction: Two weeks have passed by since the resurrection. Jesus has appeared unto His disciple twice, and now they have been sitting around waiting for something to happen and nothings ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Victory Over Discouragement

Contributed by Don Baggett on Mar 29, 2008

If were to tell me that you’ve never been really discouraged, I would have difficulty believing that you were being totally honest. So many of the great Bible characters, people that God used in a mighty way, became discouraged at times.

If were to tell me that you’ve never been really discouraged, I would have difficulty believing that you were being totally honest. So many of the great Bible characters, people that God used in a mighty way, became discouraged at times. Some people become discouraged and spring back rather ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Sometimes Peter, Never Judas Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 18, 2007

Apostles, Pt. 22

SOMETIMES PETER, BUT NEVER JUDAS (JOHN 21:1-22) A group of prospectors set out from Bannock, Montana (then capital of the state), in search of gold. They went through many hardships and several of their little company died en route. Finally they were overtaken by the Indians who took their good ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Going Fishing

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Apr 6, 2008

JOHN 21 GIVES US A DESCRIPTION OF A MAN BEING RESTORED TO CHRIST.

GOING FISHING INTRO: JOHN 21 1: PETER AND SIX OTHER DISICPLES A) THEY ARE AT THE SEA OF TIBERIAS B) PROBABLY MIDDLE WEEK C) INSTEAD OF SITTING AROUND DOING NOTHING THEY GO FISHING D) THESE MEN MOSTLY WERE FISHERMAN BY TRADE POINT: THEY KNEW HOW TO FISH THEY KNEW HOW TO MAKE A LIVING DOING IT. ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-17

Denomination: Other

Alive In This World Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 20, 2008

For Earth Day -- We continue to deplete resources, but there are more to be found. We cannot ignore the mandate to make sure that all have material as well as spiritual needs met. God’s call is to care about all aspects of all people and all the earth.

The universal symbol of a person taking his ease – the sign on the door, “Gone fishing.” You came to the medical office to get a checkup, but the doctor decided he had done enough for one day; “Gone fishing.” You came to the lawyer’s office to put First Baptist Church of Gaithersburg into your ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Punch Holes In The Sky"

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Apr 21, 2008

"If You Love Me, Feed My Sheep"

Test pilots, punching into the atmosphere, climbing to undreamed heights in jet planes and space craft, have a phrase they use to describe their work. Do you know what it is? They call it “punching holes in the sky.” That is what we were meant to do with our lives, to climb beyond humdrum and ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-17

Denomination: Christian Church

Restoration Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 26, 2008

Peter blew it, that’s for certain. He denied the Lord three times. But in Chapter 21 we see the gentle way Jesus restores Peter to fellowship and purpose. He does the same for us.

Do you ever fail Jesus? John the Apostle said “1 John 1:8-9 If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.” One of the most common experiences we as Christians share is the reality that we will fall. No matter how hard we try we will do things that are against he ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Come And Dine!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Sep 11, 2010

One of my favorite memories as a child was when I would be playing and mom would call me home for supper! In the message of the disciples fishing and Jesus calling to them to come and dine we find the Word teaching us many lesions in this sermon outline

Come and Dine! One of my favorite memories as a child was when I would be playing and mom would call me home for supper! In the message of the disciples fishing and Jesus calling to them to come and dine we find the Word teaching us many lesions in this sermon outline. I. John 21:3 Simon Peter ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-15

"He Lifts Me Up"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 5, 2010

The Christian life does not end when we say, "Yes."

John 21:1-19 “He Lifts Me Up” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN As you know, we lost a dear saint this past week—Emmett Hart. About 6 weeks ago or so, and I think it was the last Sunday Emmett was able to make it to church... …a seemingly healthy ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Peter In The Boat: A Postscript

Contributed by Jim Kane on Feb 27, 2010

Final thoughts about Peter, Jesus, and the Call of God

(Slide 1) This morning we begin with our text for today, John 21 verses one through nineteen. Let us hear the word of the Lord this morning: Later Jesus appeared again to the disciples beside the Sea of Galilee. This is how it happened. Several of the disciples were there—Simon Peter, Thomas ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus Reinstates Peter

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 10, 2010

Jesus reinstates Peter are his failings (PowerPoint slides for this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Coming to Terms with Your Calling Reading: John chapter 21 verses 1-17. Ill: • The year was 1920. • The scene was the examining board for selecting missionaries. • Standing before the board was a young man named Oswald Smith. • One dream dominated his heart. He wanted to be a missionary. ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Brethren