Sermons on John 16:17-24: showing 16-30 of 145

In Just A Little While

Contributed by Rick Adams on Feb 19, 2002

Four things Christ told His disciples would happen "in just a little while".

NOTE: My manuscripts are basically my thoughts on paper. Typically, I use them as a guide, not verbatim. Very rarely do I preach my message exactly the way I wrote it. If you would like to hear the message preached, please visit Abundant Life Fellowship’s multimedia page at ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Precious Promise's

Contributed by Donny Lanier on Oct 31, 2000

Some encourageing promises from the Lord Jesus Christ to his disciples.

I. Promise Of The Holy Spirit - V. 7 1.To convict the world of sin 2.Show us the life acceptable to God 3.Tells us of the jugement of the prince of this world II. Promise Of The Holy Spirit To Guide And Teach Us - V .13 1.Guide 2.Show 3.Glorify III .Promise Of Them To See Him Again - V ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Treasure Hunt (Part 1) - The Power Of His Name Series

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Nov 25, 2000

Do you fully understand what Jesus did for you on the cross? He didn't just die so you wouldn't have to go to hell!

Part I - The Power of His Name I. Power of Attorney A. You and I, and every believer like us, have been given “power of attorney,” the legal right to use His name! B. According to the Encarta Encyclopedia , the term “power of attorney” means the following: “It is a written document, certified by ...read more

Scripture: John 16:23-24

Surprised By Joy

Contributed by Tom Lovorn on Apr 10, 2001

The same joy that surprised the followers of Christ in the upper room that first Easter can bring us joy that is permanent, powerful, and plentiful.

Near the end of the nineteenth century a little church high on the cliffs at the entrance to the English Channel was destroyed by a hurricane. A few weeks later, a British Admiral came to ask the pastor if they intended to rebuild the church. The clergyman explained that they were a poor ...read more

Scripture: John 16:19-20, Luke 24:41

Denomination: Baptist

A Commitment To Prayer Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 13, 2001

How do we receive God’s blessings?

I’d like to begin this morning by giving something away. It’s a $20 gift certificate for Applebee’s, and it’s available to anyone who wants it. [Hold out the $20 bill and wait until someone comes up and takes it] What did you have to do to receive the gift certificate? * Believe the gift ...read more

Scripture: John 16:24, James 4:2

Denomination: Baptist

No Tribulation Please, We're Christians

Contributed by Stuart Blount on Apr 20, 2001

We are not immune from the pressures and challenges of life. In Christ’s strength we can not only triumph but prosper.

NO TRIBULATION PLEASE, WE’RE CHRISTIANS ! Life can be troublesome. It can be tiring, frustrating, disappointing and painful. It is probably true for all of us that our first introduction to life was a slap on the backside. As we entered this world after a pretty difficult journey from Moms womb ...read more

Scripture: John 16:17-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

John Chapter 16 Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 20, 2001

Before the Cross, Jesus did His best to teach us those things we would need to know. The Holy Spirit convicts the world of three things: Sin, Righteousness and Judgment.

John Chapter 16 This chapter begins with Jesus still talking about the hatred of the world! Read verse 1 “These things I have spoken to you” are the things Jesus talked about in chapter 15. Read verses 2,3 Jesus didn’t want the disciples to be offended at the things that would happen to ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

What's In Your Bag? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 21, 2008

As followers of Jesus we all have difficulties that face us in life. In John 16 Jesus tells us that the Holy Spirit comes to help us not only overcome but be at peace when life feels anything but peaceful. We just need to reach into the bag!

I have something in my trunk that I carry with me at all times. Actually for a long time it was two bags. I created these bags when I worked as a television reporter. Setting out for work each day I never knew where I would be sent that day—what story I might have to cover. I had to be prepared for ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-33

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Fives Minutes In Hell

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jun 17, 2008

If every Christian could spend just five minutes in hell, we would all have a new outlook on our responsibilities as Christians.

Five Minutes in Hell John 16:22-24 Intro The title of my sermon today, “Five Minutes in Hell” is the flip side of the sermon we heard two weeks ago, about how we would change if we had the opportunity to look into Heaven. I suppose it is a impossibility to actually take a tour of hell, but we ...read more

Scripture: John 16:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Pre-Easter Tensions Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 9, 2008

Step out onto the other side of Easter and into the shoes of the disciples. See how they might have experienced the tense moments leading up to the crucifixion, and how htey might have heard Jesus’ words from John Chapter 16.

Sermon for CATM – March 9, 2008 – Pre-Easter Tensions [Note: This sermon discusses some of the tensions leading up to the original crucifixion and how painfully difficult it was for the disciples to first hear the words from Jesus written in John 16:16-33. It has no happy ending and little Easter ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pain Turned Into Joy Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 12, 2009

It seems unreal that pain could be turned into joy. Yet pain is the very stuff of joy. It will come, not instantaneously, but completely. The risen Christ proves this, and can transform our disappointments, disillusionments, and shame into joy.

“You will have pain, but y our pain will turn into joy.” That brings back memories of the doctor’s office and that giant needle moving ever closer. “This will hurt a little bit.” A little bit! When you are a year old, it hurts a lot, and there is no joy in it. No, I do not remember being one ...read more

Scripture: John 16:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit's Ministry Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

THe omniscience of the Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit’s ministry John 16: 12- 24 Just a couple of weeks ago the date was Friday the thirteenth and as long as I can remember this has always been considered to be an unlucky day. When I lived in Cape Breton as a kid they’d always warn you, be very careful ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-24

Denomination: Baptist

The End Of The Message Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

This is the end of the upper room discourse

The end of the message John 16:23-33 One guy said, “I’m really concerned about my wife. She walks around the house talking to herself all day long.” His friend asked, “Does she know you can hear her?” He said, “That’s the funny part. She thinks I’m actually ...read more

Scripture: John 16:23-33

Denomination: Baptist

20 Reasons Why People Do Not See Their Prayers Answered

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 29, 2009

Why do many people not see their prayers answered. Jesus said, "Ask in my name that your joy may be fulfilled."

20 Reasons Why People Do Not See Their Prayer Answered (John 16:24) Why do you suppose that many people do not see their prayers answered? Too many people fail to appreciate some of the hindrances to prayer. Jesus said, "Up till now you have asked nothing in my name (For my sake, in my will and ...read more

Scripture: John 16:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grief Leads To Joy, Change Leads To Blessings.

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jul 8, 2009

We can’t avoid grief or change in this lifetime, fortunately both can lead to a better life.

Grief Leads to Joy, Change Leads to Blessings. John 16:16-22 and Acts 2:42-47 I would like to start today with a story you may be familiar with. “I was out fishing one day with my brother and we had been talking recently about a buzz down the river about this guy who was baptizing people and ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-22