Sermons on Yochanan I 1:5:

The Test Of Fellowship

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

I. THE TEST OF FELLOWSHIP IS WALKING IN THE LIGHT (1:5 - 2:27) A.

I. THE TEST OF FELLOWSHIP IS WALKING IN THE LIGHT (1:5 - 2:27) A. Theme of Section I. 1. The Character of God Establishes the Absolute Standard of Light (:5) a. The Gospel Message Focuses on the Character of God 1) The source of the gospel message 2) The proclamation of the gospel message b. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are You In Or Out?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 16, 2000

How can we know that we are "In Christ" or out?

"Are You In or Out?" 1 John 1:5-10 For centuries it appeared to human beings that the earth was stationary and that the sun moved around it. Then a man named Copernicus came along and proved that what seemed obvious on the surface was not, in fact, true. It was the earth that was moving around ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Walk In The Dark Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on May 3, 2001

Three Truths we must face about God, ourselves, and Jesus

 Last Sunday we studied the first 4 verses of chapter 1. 1) John alerted us to the missing ingredient in life of church and in most Christian’s experience: TRUE FELLOWSHIP. 2) The foundation of this kind of fellowship is not an agreement of facts or ideas but is a Person(1:1-2) 3) The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7

Discipline Of Confession PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of confession, the dangers of self-deception, and the liberating freedom found in Christ's forgiveness and redemption.

Welcome, dear friends and family of faith. We gather here today, not as strangers or acquaintances, but as brothers and sisters united under the banner of Christ's love. We come together, bringing with us the joys and burdens, the triumphs and trials of our lives, knowing that in this sacred space, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Topics: Spiritual Disciplines

Discipline Of Fellowship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

This sermon encourages self-reflection on our fellowship with Christ and each other, urging us to walk in God's light and live out His truth.

Welcome, dear family in Christ, to this sacred gathering where we come together, not just as individuals, but as a collective, united by a love for our Savior and a desire to grow deeper in our understanding of His word. Today we gather under the banner of fellowship, fulfillment, and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:2-7

Topics: Spiritual Disciplines

Heaven, Hell And The Walking Dead Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 25, 2021

Heaven and hell has been placed on us by a perfect, love and just Father.

Last week we began a three week Halloween series we’re calling - Heaven, Hell and The Walking Dead. It’s a series to answer three of the most asked questions by Christians and non-Christians: what happens after we die. As we talked about heaven, we learned that Heaven is a real place where Christ ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23, Luke 16:28, Matthew 25:30, Matthew 24:51, Matthew 22:13, Matthew 13:42, Matthew 8:12, Mark 9:44-48, Romans 3:23, 1 John 1:5, Matthew 25:41, Psalm 18:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walk In The Light

Contributed by Jesse Loew on Sep 22, 2021

This sermon highlights the importance of walking in the light. To do this we must know the light

Walk in the Light John 3 New Living Translation 3 There was a man named Nicodemus, a Jewish religious leader who was a Pharisee. 2 After dark one evening, he came to speak with Jesus. “Rabbi,” he said, “we all know that God has sent you to teach us. Your miraculous signs are evidence that God is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10, 1 John 4:18-19, 1 John 1:8-10, John 8:1-12, John 3:5-20  (view more)  (view less)

Only Walk In The Light

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 5, 2025

To walk in the light means to live in the truth, in obedience, and in transparency before God and man.

ONLY WALK IN THE LIGHT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 John 1:5-7 "This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. If we say that we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Walk In The Light

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 5, 2025

Walking in the light is not a one-time decision but a daily, conscious commitment to live in truth, righteousness, and obedience to God. It is a life that honours God and reveals Christ to the world.

HOW TO WALK IN THE LIGHT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 John 1:5-7 (KJV) “This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. If we say that we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What's Christmas Mean To You?

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Dec 13, 2024

You want to know something… there are as many non-Christians celebrating Christmas, as Christians. Although many people have almost forgotten what Christmas really means, there are still plenty of people young and old around the world, who have a different take on what Christmas is.

Christmas is once again upon us and people around the world are busy with their preparations for their own versions of a Christmas celebration. Christmas is a time for family reunions, for family bonding, renewing friendships, exchanging gifts and going on holiday trips. Christians around the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5, John 8:12, Colossians 1:15-27, Luke 1:68-69

Denomination: Baptist

The Light Of God

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Dec 27, 2024

1. DIVINITY 2. CREATION 3. SALVATION 4. FAVOUR 5. GLORY 6. REVELATION 7. JUSTICE 8. PATHWAY 9. JOY 10. EXAMPLE 11 RIGHTEOUSNESS 12. EXPOSURE

THE LIGHT OF GOD OUTLINE 1. DIVINITY 2. CREATION 3. SALVATION 4. FAVOUR 5. GLORY 6. REVELATION 7. JUSTICE 8. PATHWAY 9. JOY 10. EXAMPLE 11 RIGHTEOUSNESS 12. EXPOSURE THE MESSAGE THE LIGHT OF GOD 1. DIVINITY SCRIPTURE REFERENCES 1 John 1:5 5. This is the message which we have ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fellowship In The Word.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 27, 2024

Fellowship with Him and with one another.

FELLOWSHIP IN THE WORD. 1 John 1:1-10. The opening of the First Epistle of John is not unlike the famous Prologue of his Gospel (John 1:1-14). It too takes us back to “the beginning,” and introduces us to “the Word” - and it soon becomes clear that the Word is none other than Jesus the Messiah. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Light Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 27, 2023

1st John isn’t a letter, but a poetic sermon sent to churches that were being threatened by hostile people.

God is Light April 30, 2023 1st John isn’t a letter, but a poetic sermon sent to churches that were being threatened by hostile people. John was writing to a group of believers scattered around Asia who needed encouragement. 1 John 1:5-7 NIV This is the message we have heard from him and declare ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7, John 3:19-21, John 8:12, John 1:1-5, Matthew 5:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On A Journey To The Light

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 31, 2025

A "journey to the light" has multi-faceted definitions which describe a metaphorical, spiritual, or personal process of growth, healing, and transformation, moving from a state of darkness, ignorance, or despair towards knowledge, hope, and enlightenment.

Lao Tzu, a Chinese philosopher and writer once remarked: "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step". John 8:12 reminds us: Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” A ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7, Ephesians 5:8, Psalm 119:105, 2 Corinthians 4:6

The Surety Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 12, 2022

I want to spend some time in the next few weeks talking about the surety of things. Can we really be sure of anything? We do have assurance. God wants every believer to have assurance of salvation.

I want to spend some time in the next few weeks talking about the surety of things. Can we really be sure of anything? Someone once said, “The only things we can be sure of are taxes and the rent going up.” Some philosophers will tell you that we can't be sure of anything. After Covid-19 ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10, 1 John 2:1-2, Luke 18:10-14

Denomination: Baptist