Sermons 67
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of keeping a journal of mercies, inspired by Frances Ridley Havergal's practice of recording God's goodness in her life. By actively seeking and a…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of not only focusing on the blessings but also acknowledging the warnings and rebukes in the Word of God. He warns against spiritual softness and …
John Henry Jowett preaches on the transformation and purification of anger, emphasizing the need to put away worldly anger fueled by envy, jealousy, and spite, and instead cultivate holy ang…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of counting our blessings in every area of our lives, including personal struggles and disappointments, as well as the blessings inherited from th…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the danger of forgetting the Lord God, highlighting how easily we can neglect Him and His benefits, ultimately leading to a state of spiritual wilderness and sin…
John Henry Jowett preaches about Jacob's encounter with God in an unlikely place, highlighting how God is present everywhere, even in the darkest moments of our lives when we may try to forg…
John Henry Jowett delivers a powerful sermon on Ezekiel 34:1-10, exposing the characteristics of false shepherds who are self-seeking, feeding themselves instead of the flock, driven by carn…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of reconciliation and purity in our worship to God. He explains that God looks at the state of our hearts when we bring offerings to Him, rejectin…
John Henry Jowett preaches about the danger of forgetting the Lord in times of prosperity, using the analogy of a castle hidden by summer foliage to illustrate how material wealth can obscur…
John Henry Jowett preaches about the journey of old Mr. Honest as he faced death, declaring 'Grace reigns!' as his final words, reflecting on how grace guided him throughout his life's pilgr…
John Henry Jowett preaches on the commandment from Leviticus 19:11-18, emphasizing the profound demand for complete forgiveness without holding any grudges. He acknowledges the human struggl…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the unwavering faithfulness of God's promises, highlighting that not a single word of His promises has ever failed, ensuring our trust and reliance on His unfail…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of trusting God's timing and provision in times of crisis, highlighting that God is never late nor early but always on time. He encourages believe…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of complete consecration to the Lord, using the story of the rich young ruler who consecrated only a part but not the whole as an example. Jowett …
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of having faith in God's ability to fulfill His promises, highlighting that this faith leads to heroic actions and ventures. This faith is rooted …
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the power of genuine, heartfelt cries to the Lord in prayer, likening it to a desperate cry for help like that of a drowning person. He highlights how this type …
John Henry Jowett preaches on the transformative power of God, using the analogy of a worm being turned into a threshing instrument with teeth. He emphasizes how God can take our weaknesses …
John Henry Jowett preaches about how God's darkness and tunnels are not His ultimate destinations for us, but rather means to lead us to His light and glory. Just like being in a subway tunn…
John Henry Jowett beautifully reflects on Psalm 23, emphasizing the Good Shepherd's ministry of rest, leading us to lie down in green pastures when our spirits need relaxation. He also highl…
John Henry Jowett preaches on the noble act of delivering kindness to enemies, drawing inspiration from Psalm 7:4. He emphasizes that responding to evil with good is godly, while repaying ev…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of making a definitive decision to serve the Lord and obey His voice, highlighting the danger of indecision and the need to avoid a life of consta…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of revisiting our early altars and sacred places that hold special significance in our spiritual journey. He highlights how certain scents, locati…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the contrast between the self-made, selfish ways of individuals like Shylock and the graceful beauty of the lilies of the field, highlighting how one is rooted i…
John Henry Jowett preaches about the promise of the Lord in Isaiah 43:2, using the example of Mrs. Booth, the mother of the Salvation Army, who faced various floods of affliction in her life…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of spiritual discernment in recognizing the voice of the Lord amidst life's distractions and challenges. He highlights the need for believers to d…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the seriousness of sin as deliberate disobedience to God's law, highlighting the importance of recognizing sin for what it truly is, regardless of attempts to so…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes that those who love Jesus are the ones who keep His commandments, but questions how one can keep them without the necessary resources. He compares it to receivin…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of finding spiritual deliverance and strength in the midst of afflictions by seeking the promises of God and experiencing His vitalizing grace. He…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of confessing our sins before God, highlighting how unconfessed sin hinders the flow of God's grace and blessings in our lives. He explains that t…
John Henry Jowett preaches on the importance of receiving the Holy Ghost after believing, emphasizing the need for a deep, intimate companionship with the Spirit rather than just a mental ac…
John Henry Jowett preaches on the invitation of Jesus to come to Him for rest, emphasizing that this rest is a gift of grace, not earned through toil or culture. He explains that while the r…
John Henry Jowett preaches on the concept of filling up what is behind in the sufferings of Christ, emphasizing that while Jesus' sacrifice on Calvary is complete and all-sufficient, believe…
John Henry Jowett preaches on the beautiful figure of being betrothed to God forever, emphasizing the ideal relationship between the soul and its Lord as a marriage covenant. He highlights t…
John Henry Jowett preaches about the profound humility and absolute confidence of the Apostle Paul in proclaiming the unsearchable riches of Christ. The Apostle's sense of unworthiness is co…
John Henry Jowett preaches about the importance of having a vision for the future, drawing from Micah 4:1. He emphasizes the need to envision a 'golden age' in our minds to guide our present…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the serious work of watching for souls, acknowledging the inadequacy of preachers and the need for continuous improvement in their ministry. Reflecting on Thomas…
John Henry Jowett preaches about the personal attention and care that the Good Shepherd, Jesus, has for each of His sheep, knowing them by name and valuing their individual contributions to …
John Henry Jowett delivers a powerful message on the destructive nature of envy, comparing it to a deadly potion that distorts our moral and spiritual senses, leading to confusion and chaos.…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the eternal nature of God's inheritance compared to temporary possessions on earth, using the example of taking the landscape of Arran with him wherever he goes.…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of maintaining a fresh perspective in showing compassion, drawing from Lamentations 3:22-33. He highlights how God's compassions are new every mor…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of offering gifts to the Lord with clean hands, highlighting that God looks at the heart of the giver rather than the gift itself. He stresses the…
John Henry Jowett preaches about the unchanging covenant of God with His people, highlighting how the promise made to Abraham extends to his descendants, emphasizing that death cannot nullif…
John Henry Jowett preaches about the importance of seeking inspiration and guidance from the hills in our lives, representing the big things that give meaning to the monotony of our daily ro…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of dwelling in the secret place of the Almighty, contrasting those who merely pay courtesy-calls to God with those who have a deep, intimate relat…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of expanding our perspective and thoughts to align with God's grand purposes and will. Using Abraham as an example, he illustrates how God leads u…
John Henry Jowett preaches on Ezekiel 34:11-19, highlighting the compassionate and diligent nature of the Good Shepherd who searches for His lost sheep in every corner, even in the far count…
John Henry Jowett contrasts the choices of Lot and Abram in Genesis 13:10-18, highlighting Lot's worldly perspective focused on material gain and self-interest, leading him to overlook the s…
John Henry Jowett preaches about the wonder of God using frail humanity as vessels of His power, drawing parallels to how man can send electric currents and voices across great distances. He…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of reflecting on God's past faithfulness as a source of hope for the future. By remembering and praising God for His blessings and provisions in t…
John Henry Jowett preaches about the miracles of grace, emphasizing how God can turn dry and difficult experiences into sources of blessing and consolation. He highlights the idea that even …
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the unchanging nature of God's promises, likening them to springs that never run dry, but rather reveal a richer abundance in times of need. Just as Apostle Paul…
John Henry Jowett preaches on the promise of restoration and divine protection in Ezekiel 34:23-31. He emphasizes that under the care of the Good Shepherd, beastly passions will be destroyed…
John Henry Jowett preaches about the divisive nature of wealth, highlighting how riches can lead to alienation within families and the awakening of hidden vices. Success often breeds selfish…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of patience in trusting the Lord's mysterious ways to achieve His ends, even when the means seem contrary to the desired outcomes. Just like how a…
John Henry Jowett preaches on Psalm 62, using powerful symbols to illustrate the confidence of the righteous and the futility of the wicked. The righteous find security in God as their rock …
John Henry Jowett preaches about the different 'prison-houses' we may find ourselves in: the prison-house of sin, sorrow, and death. He emphasizes that only the Lord has the power to deliver…
John Henry Jowett warns about the deceptive tactics of the enemy of our souls, who disguises evil as good, offering promises of life but delivering death, and hiding chains in beautiful flow…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of remaining faithful and prayerful even in times of prosperity and fullness, as these can be more dangerous than times of want. He warns that our…
John Henry Jowett preaches about the all-knowing nature of God as described in Psalm 139:1-12. He emphasizes that God sees every thought and desire within us, leaving no room for secrecy or …
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the significance of Gethsemane in the journey of redemption, connecting it to the gardens of Paradise lost and regained. He warns against taking redemption light…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the story of Abram's journey as a powerful example of faith, highlighting how Abram stepped out without knowing his final destination, demonstrating obedience to…
John Henry Jowett preaches on the immense value God places on each soul, emphasizing the deep concern and pursuit of the Shepherd for the one lost sheep. Just as a missing face creates a voi…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the lasting impact of our lives even after we are gone, highlighting how our actions, whether good or evil, continue to speak and influence others. He delves int…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of passing down our faith experiences to the next generation, teaching them about the pitfalls we faced, the grace we received, and the wonders of…
John Henry Jowett preaches about the transformative power of God, using the analogy of turning flint into a fountain of waters. He emphasizes how even the hardest of hearts can be softened b…
John Henry Jowett emphasizes the impossibility of loving both God and the world simultaneously, drawing parallels to walking in contrary directions or dressing for different climates. He hig…
John Henry Jowett beautifully illustrates the tender and gracious image of finding refuge under the shadow of God's wings, symbolizing warmth, shelter, and rest in God's loving embrace. This…