Sermons on John 8:12-14:12: showing 31-45 of 6,804

The Rejection Crew: Ahithophel And Judas

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 18, 2000

What makes a trusted person turn against his or her friend? Divorces that come out of nowhere, friendships dissolved, church splits...Today, we’re going to look at parallels between Ahithophel and Judas; we’ll note some similiarites & differences, and th

Intro 1. Civil war is a nasty thing, often polarizing people: Robert E. Lee asked by Lincoln to head up Union troops....against slavery, but loyal to South... 2. Israel experienced several "Civil Wars" that divided the nation... 3. But when David’s son, Absalom, rebelled against him, that had to ...read more

Scripture: John 12:4-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Forward To The Past - Reformation Day Message

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

The Reformation began with Jesus Christ and is to continue even today within the church and within our hearts.

Introductory Considerations 1. "Today is Reformation Sunday." With these four words I may already have lost many of your listening ears. Why do we need to talk about something that happened 400-500 years ago? We don’t want a history lesson or a theological debate. 2. Message of Reformation not a ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Escape Spiritual Manipulation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit uses the truth of God's word to show us that we are not dependent on people, but God and His truth.

1. The Holy Spirit uses the truth of God's word to show us that we are not dependent on people, but God and His truth. Jesus said, "If you continue in my word, then truly are you are my disciples indeed. And you will know (love it through real life experiences) the truth and the truth will set you ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On The Block

Contributed by Tim Mason on Oct 18, 2000

ON THE SLAVE BLOCK SLAVES WERE SOLD TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER.

ON THE SLAVE BLOCK SLAVES WERE SOLD TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER. WE ARE ON THE BLOCK TODAY BEING BID ON BY ONE WHO WANTS TO USE US, ONE WHO WANTS REVENGE, ONE WHO WANTS MATERIAL POSESSIONS, ONE WHO WANTS TO HARM US. WE ARE ALSO BEING BID ON BY ONE WHO WANTS TO LOVE US. WE MUST REALIZE 3 THINGS I. WE ARE ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Why Jesus Taught That It Was Ok To Disagree As Long As One Was Not Disagreeable In Manner

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

There are times when everyone must learn how to be politely disagree.

There are times when everyone must learn how to be politely disagree. A person who agrees just to avoid conflicts is a coward. Jesus showed the disciples how to disagree without being so disagreeable in disposition that people would be turned off to the messenger. One day the Jews accused Jesus of ...read more

Scripture: John 8:48-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Doing The Work Of God

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction 1.

Introduction 1. Today is a special day - as we have received Tom and Jonathan Olsen as members of First Reformed Church. We celebrate the grace of God that He calls us into fellowship with one another. We celebrate the participation of the Olsen family in our fellowship over the past few ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Jesus Used Healing In His Ministry

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many people fail to understand God's greater purposes for physical suffering.

Many people fail to understand God's greater purposes for physical suffering. Instead of allowing the disciples to drag Jesus into a complicated discussion about sin and suffering, Jesus stated an important fact about sickness when He said, "This blind man did not sin nor did his parents. But he ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Respond To Difficult People

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit helps us speak the truth in love to deceitful people.

1. The Holy Spirit helps us speak the truth in love to deceitful people. Paul wrote, "Speaking the truth in love, let us grow up in all aspects into Him who is the Head, even Christ." (Eph. 4:15) Ask the Lord to help you speak the truth in a loving way to people who are prone to deceive, cheat or ...read more

Scripture: John 9:16-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. This has been a good weekend of celebration.

1. This has been a good weekend of celebration. 50 years to look back over and to thank God for. 50 years of being a church. 2. As I looked through the year of the bible readings and sought to choose a passage for this evening, I wanted to find a passage that would be appropriate for this weekend. ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Funeral Of A Pastor

Contributed by Larry Weaver on Oct 18, 2000

1. His Conversion- Salvation experience 2.

1. His Conversion- Salvation experience 2. His Call- into ministry 3. His College- School and graduation 4. His Churches- List where he has faithfully served 5. His Christian wife- Tell of there marriage 6. His Children- Those who still remain here 7. His Coranation- When he went home to be with ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Why Jesus Rejoiced With Rejoicers And Wept With Those Who Weep

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Jesus knew that people generally do not care how much you know until they know how much you care.

1. Jesus knew that people generally do not care how much you know until they know how much you care. The Lord really empathized with people by using the power of the Spirit to identify with all aspects of their lives. Jesus fully comprehended the pain, suffering and heartaches of people because He ...read more

Scripture: John 11:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Carrying A Branch Or A Cross?

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Comments 1.

Introductory Comments 1. Palm Sunday is a joyous time. A time when we rejoice and wave our palm branches as we sing "Hosanna, Loud, Hosanna". It is the time that we welcome Jesus into our midst and we receive Him as the King of Israel and as the Saviour of our lives. We imagine what it would have ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lessons From Lazarus

Contributed by Steven Cook on Oct 18, 2000

I. Introduction A.

I. Introduction A. Shortly after Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, He came to the home of Mary, Martha, & Lazarus in Bethany for a supper. B. It was at this supper that Mary poured out an expensive ointment on the feet of Jesus to anoint Him, wiping it with the very hair of her head. C. We ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Beloved Disciple

Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000

During the last month I have been watching the NBA playoffs on the TV.

During the last month I have been watching the NBA playoffs on the TV. The team that I have been cheering for has been the San Antonio Spurs. David Robinson is my favorite player because he’s good and because he’s a committed follower of Jesus Christ. One of the things that I have noticed about the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1

Denomination: Baptist

Interpersonal Do's And Don'ts

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Do's 1.

Do's 1. Love one another as Jesus Christ has loved you. (John 13:34,35) 2. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love and pursue Godly goals together. (Romans 12:10) 3. Honor one another above yourself and speak affirmingly to each other with respect. (Rom. 12:10) 4. Share with God's people ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational