https://www.youtube.com/live/5uRVjQSg49Y?si=C2_SKL4-lkgO02ks&t=2165 The resurrection is essential to Christianity. It is foundational to the Gospel. Paul wrote to the church in Corinth, “If Christ is not risen, then our preaching is empty and your faith is also empty…for if the dead do not rise, then Christ is not risen. And if Christ is not risen, your faithContinueContinue reading “Jesus is Risen (John 20:1-18)”
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Steps Towards Forgiveness (Eph 4:32)
https://www.youtube.com/live/vkUKXJk7XzU?si=chMtxMU5giTdIbMZ&t=2520 In John 17:21, Jesus prayed that His followers would “be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I in You; that they also may be one in Us…” Jesus prays for unity amongst Christians, especially in the local church context. This unity is a powerful witness to unbelievers. Jesus says, “…that the worldContinueContinue reading “Steps Towards Forgiveness (Eph 4:32)”
Secured and Sanctified: Understanding God’s Plan for Christians on Earth (John 17:6-19)
https://www.youtube.com/live/2vXe2DQv1kY?si=T6LONGlS3kh-XrFn&t=2967 Why does God leave us here after we become Christians? Think of all the pain, grief, and sorrow we could avoid if God would take us away to heaven rather than remain on earth. God has, according to His good will, determined that it is best for His children to remain in the world.ContinueContinue reading “Secured and Sanctified: Understanding God’s Plan for Christians on Earth (John 17:6-19)”
Jesus: The True Vine (John 15:1-8)
https://www.youtube.com/live/ELZ_mdbxceQ?si=0wlnu-gHCASjIIb_&t=2645 We now arrive at the last of the “I Am” statements of Jesus: “I am the true vine” (John 15:1). Jesus stresses the importance of abiding in Him so that we would glorify God and bear much fruit (15:8). Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com The Parable: True Vine In order to help His disciplesContinueContinue reading “Jesus: The True Vine (John 15:1-8)”
Asking, Keeping, and Receiving (John 14:13-31)
https://www.youtube.com/live/W6xgxXTfFRc?si=1kGDiwXfwjVUMhbF&t=2335 In this section of Jesus’ teaching, we learn of the significance of asking in Jesus’ Name, the importance of keeping His Word, and the promise of receiving His Spirit. Asking in His Name Jesus teaches on the significance of asking in His Holy Name. Jesus expects His disciples to pray to the Father inContinueContinue reading “Asking, Keeping, and Receiving (John 14:13-31)”
Lord, Show Us the Father (John 14:7-14)
https://www.youtube.com/live/cdf3lykL7x0?si=AmesVR8sbnENCv5p&t=2598 One tragedy of our day is that many of our churches are filled with people who claim to love God but live their life as if He doesn’t exist. They don’t “see” God so they assume He is not there. In John 14:7-14, Jesus answers one of His disciples by revealing that God isContinueContinue reading “Lord, Show Us the Father (John 14:7-14)”
A New Commandment? (John 13:34-35)
https://www.youtube.com/live/MXC-6Avw_7M?si=My3inG5xVAZNSxw9&t=2555 After Judas left, Jesus told His disciples, “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another” (John 13:34-35). Jesus said this is aContinueContinue reading “A New Commandment? (John 13:34-35)”
Do You Believe? (John 8:31-47)
https://www.youtube.com/live/0oLGgFoWxH4?feature=share&t=3060 The overarching theme of the Gospel of John is belief in Jesus. He wants those who do not believe to begin believing. He also wants those who believe to continue believing. He makes this clear in John 20:31, “These are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God,ContinueContinue reading “Do You Believe? (John 8:31-47)”
Humbled or Hardened? (John 7:40-52)
https://www.youtube.com/live/em5WmoEOHVM?feature=share&t=2221 Would it surprise you to hear that a significant amount of the Gospel of John centers around conflicts Jesus had during His ministry. From Herod’s wrath at Jesus’ birth to angry mobs seeking His death, Jesus was acquainted with grief (Is 53:3). John prepared us for this reality when he wrote: “The true light,ContinueContinue reading “Humbled or Hardened? (John 7:40-52)”
He Satisfies My Soul (John 7:37-39)
https://www.youtube.com/live/ZOkLwHwjpV8?feature=share&t=2645 Some Bible translations print the words of Jesus in red. Some in black. There is even a version of the New King James that prints Jesus’ words in blue. J.C. Ryle said concerning our text this morning: “It has been said that there are some passages in Scripture which deserve to be printed inContinueContinue reading “He Satisfies My Soul (John 7:37-39)”
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