Sermons on 3 John 1:1-8: showing 1-15 of 128

As Others See Us

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jun 30, 2001

John the Elder writes an appraisal of three church members: Gaius - who serves others, Diotrephes - who hinders others, and Demetrius - who attracts others.

AS OTHERS SEE US The third letter of John is one of the shortest in the New Testament but it has much to say to us. It’s a warm and honest pastoral letter. A straight from the shoulder message from a pastor to his people. Where encouragement and commendation are ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

See You Soon: Finding Peace In Conflicts Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 11, 2001

A plea to pursue peace even in the midst of conflict

Postcards from the Past: Finding Peace in Conflicts Scripture Reading: 3 John 1-14 Little Billy was playing in the family room while his dad watched the evening news on TV. When the newscaster started talking about rioting and unrest between Israelis and Palestinians, Billy turned to his dad. ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Working Together To Get The Job Done

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 5, 2001

Working Together.

INTRODUCTION: WE CAN ACCOMPLISH MORE BY WORKING TOGETHER THAN WE CAN BY WORKING ALONE. IF WE ARE GOING TO EFFECTIVELY MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THIS WORLD, IT’S GOING TO TAKE A UNIFIED EFFORT FROM ALL OF US. GENERAL MOTORS, HOBART, AND OTHER CORPORATIONS HAVE BEEN SUCCESSFUL THROUGH THE YEARS BECAUSE ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-6, 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jet Tour Through 3 John Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 31, 2000

Introduction to 3 John

3rd John - Hospitality INTRODUCTION: 3rd John, like 2nd John, was probably written as a note to a friend attached to the circulatory Letter of 1st John. Where 2nd John warned against receiving false teachers, 3rd John warns against refusing to show proper hospitality and respect to true servants ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Old Fashioned Remedies For Heart And Health

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 15, 2002

God’s Word gives us some remedies for our hearts and health.

OLD FASHIONED REMEDIES FOR HEART AND HEALTH III John 2 "Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well." INTRO.- John prayed for Gaius that his health would improve. His spiritual health was good, but not his physical ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Live Long And Prosper Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006

An analysis of what it means to have a healthy soul-life.

True Spirituality Series Live Long and Prosper! 3 John 2 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO “Live Long and Prosper!” All the Trekkies here today know those words. I don’t quite have the dexterity to give the proper hand signal. Those words became ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

3 John: Church Politics 101 Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006

3 John is a reality check for the church. It is about church politics, problem people, and the problems they cause.

Through the New Testament 06 Church Politics 101 3 John Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO 3 John is a reality check for the church. It is about church politics, problem people, and the problems they cause. A lot of us would like to think that church ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Healthy Soul

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006

John’s prayer for his friend Gaius raises an important question. How is the health of your soul? What if our bodies were in the same condition as our souls? What if we paid as much attention to the condition of our bodies that we do to our souls?

Prescription for a Healthy Soul 3 John 1-3 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO John’s prayer for his friend Gaius raises an important question. How is the health of your soul? What if our bodies were in the same condition as our souls? What if we ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The 7 Dimensions Of Total Life Prosperity

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Aug 27, 2006

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE 7 DIMENSIONS OF TOTAL LIFE PROSPERITY NAMELY 1. SPIRITUAL PROSPERITY 2. PHYSICAL PROSPERITY 3. MATERIAL PROSPERITY 4. EMOTIONAL PROSPERITY 5. SOCIAL PROSPERITY 6. LEGAL PROSPERITY 7. ETERNAL PROSPERITY

THE 7 DIMENSIONS OF TOTAL LIFE PROSPERITY ****************************************** OUTLINE 1. SPIRITUAL PROSPERITY 2. PHYSICAL PROSPERITY 3. MATERIAL PROSPERITY 4. EMOTIONAL PROSPERITY 5. SOCIAL PROSPERITY 6. LEGAL PROSPERITY 7. ETERNAL PROSPERITY THE MESSAGE THE 7 DIMENSIONS OF TOTAL LIFE ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

If You Talk The Talk, Do You Walk The Walk

Contributed by James Lowe on Oct 25, 2006

a bible study outline on walking the walk.

If you talk the talk, do you walk the walk? Bible Study Outline The bible has a lot to say about the way we walk and talk. It is in so many ways how we conduct ourselves as Christians. It is our conversation and our lifestyle. Using the phrase, “Talking the talk” we are in essence saying, ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church's Mission Challenge

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 1, 2006

The church must have a mission and a vision in order to grow and survive. This message examines what John says in 3 John.

THE CHURCH’S MISSION CHALLENGE 3 John 5-8 INTRO: The finest days of any congregation come when there is a clear vision of the church’s mission and a clear understanding of and commitment to that vision. John wrote to a fellowship of believers who struggled to determine the priority of the ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Church Health, Part 1 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 4, 2006

There has been an incredible emphasis in recent years on church health. Many believe that if a local church is healthy and functioning the way it should, natural growth will be the result. The removal of growth-restricting diseases that often plague the

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: There has been an incredible emphasis in recent years on church health. Many believe that if a local church is healthy and functioning the way it should, natural growth will be the result. The removal of growth-restricting diseases that often plague the body of ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2-11

Church Health, Part 2 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 4, 2006

Sources; Characteristics of a Healthy Church -- Willow Creek; Ten Characteristics of a Healthy Church Vision -- New England; Characteristics of a Healthy Church -- Sonlife Ministries -- Dann Spader; Eight Essential Qualities of Healthy Churches-- Natural

See Part 1 for Introduction; 5. Empowering Leadership The proof of a good leader is creating another leader, not more followers. Develop servant-leadership by strategically mentoring, teaching and serving the believers. A true leader’s measure of success is when they have succeeded in helping ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2-11

Gaius Series

Contributed by Keith Andrews on Jun 13, 2006

Sermon about the man called Gaius.

Gaius: 3 John 1-4 Sermon by: CH (CPT) Keith J. Andrews Jay Leno once said that the Christmas tree is the perfect houseplant for him because it is already dead. And that’s probably true for many of us. Growing house plants sometimes is hard work. Five years ago, when Monica and I got married, ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-4, 3 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Pastors 2007 Wish List

Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Oct 24, 2007

This message was preached at our Watchnight Service. This is A message of encouragement

Intro: We live in a world of lists. Grocery lists, things to do lists. Radio stations have top 10 lists. At Christmas time people hand you their wish lists. Sears even have a book called the Christmas wish book. In the Bible we have a pastoral wish list for this congregation. Today I am going to ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2

Denomination: Pentecostal