Sermons
Jesus’ greatest love is not sparing us from suffering but showing us his glory. Four great truths about Jesus: 1) He is sovereign over all circumstances (1–16) 2) He is the Resurrection and the Life (17–27) 3) He is passionate against sin (28–37) 4) He has power over death (38–44)
John 10:22-42 As the true ruler of God’s people, Jesus cares for our every need and fights on our behalf Two windows to view Jesus and the salvation he brings: (1) Jesus’ Messiahship (22-30) (2) Jesus’ Sonship (31-42)
In Christ’s light, the blind see and those who see become blind.
True discipleship is freedom from self-interest and the devil and freedom for God. Jesus addresses three issues to clarify true discipleship: The promise of freedom (31–36) The problem of parentage (37–47) The pinnacle of authority (48–59)
Matthew 27:62-28:20 Three scenes that help us believe and understand the resurrection: 1) Unbelievable disbelief (62-66, 11-15) 2) The creditable incredible (1-10) 3) Perfect imperfections (16-20)
The cross reveals the horror of humanity’s sin and the heart of Christ. Mark 15:21-39 Humanity and Jesus revealed in two horrific scenes: 1) The irony of the cross (21-32) 2) The significance of the cross (33-39)
The darkness cannot overpower the life-giving light of Christ
As the source of living water, Jesus invites everyone who thirsts to come and drink. Four reasonable actions in light of Jesus’ teaching: Revere his authority (14–24) Receive his identity (25–36) Respond to his invitation (37–39) Recognize his opposition (40–52)
John 7:1-13 As opposition rises, Jesus diagnoses the true nature of unbelief. Three manifestations of unbelief and the faithfulness of Christ The Religious Authorities – open hostility (1-2) Jesus’ Brothers – double-tongued (3-5) The Crowd – reluctance (10-13) Christ the Faithful (6-10)
As the Bread of Life, Jesus offers satisfaction for souls while challenging human pride and unbelief Jesus addresses seven misunderstandings clarifying who He is while challenging unbelief Why did you leave us? (22-27) What works do we need to do? (28-29) What sign can you give? (30-33) Can we have more bread? (34-40) Aren’t you from Nazareth? (41-51) …