Jesus—the Glory that Comes from God - John 12:36-43

From John 12 we see that the gospel of Jesus is not just a New Testament idea, rather it is deeply woven into the fabric of scripture. All of scripture testifies to Christ.

Losing Our Life for the Gospel - John 12:20-26

From John 12, we're reminded that thru death comes life, thru sacrifice comes spiritual gain.    

See How He Loved Him! - John 11

The resurrection of Lazarus, in John 11 is not just a sign of God's power, it also a statement of his great love and compassion.

When Religion Blinds You - John 10:22-42

From John 10:22-42 we see four reasons for spiritual blindness.

The Lord is My Shepherd - John 10:1-15

Returning to John 10, we're reminded that although most people love the idea of a good and gentle shepherd who cares for and protects us, we are not as comfortable with the reality that like helpless sheep, we are desperately in need of a shepherd.

Living for God's Glory - John 8:48-59

From John 8 we learn that we're not to seek our own glory, or to live for the approval of men, but instead to stake our lives on knowing God and walking in delightful obedience  to him.

The Good Shepherd - John 10:1-18

Preaching from John 10, Pastor Chip reminds us that the heart of the gospel is that the most valuable One, Jesus Christ, the Shepherd of infinite worth, lays down his life for us.

True Freedom - John 8:31-47

From John's gospel we learn that Jesus Christ frees us from the bondage of self, sin and Satan. 

The Gentleness of Jesus - John 7:53-8:11

From John 8, we learn how Jesus stoops down to offer mercy to those who least deserve it.   

A Graduation Charge: Follow Christ - John 8:12-20

Preaching from John 8, Pastor Chip challenges graduating seniors to follow Christ.

Running, Living Water - John 7:37-44

Preaching from John 7, Dr. Ed Welch shows how Jesus Christ brings new life to our barren souls. Like a fresh stream of water, life in Christ renews us and then nourishes the lives of others that we influence with the gospel.

Disciples: False and True - John 6:60-71

From John 6 we learn about the dangers of false discipleship, and the difference between those who follow Christ for their own self-interest, and those who have found essential life-change through Jesus Christ.

True Bread from Heaven - John 6:41-59

From chapter 6 of John's gospel we learn three essential truths about Christianity: 1) Jesus is the main subject of the Bible, 2) Eternal life is found in Christ alone, and 3) Christians are those who feed on the crucified One.

Empty Tomb - John 20:1-23

Jesus Is Worth It! - John 12:1-8

From John 12 we understand the infinite worth of Jesus Christ, our Savior, whose sacrificial death fills the world with the fragrance of life.

The Man Who Claimed to be Equal with God (part 2) - John 5:30-47

From John 5:30-47 we learn that one of the greatest barriers to saving faith is self-glory.  Like the Pharisees, our hearts are often so blinded by our love of self that we are unable to see how all of the scriptures testify that Jesus Christ is the Messiah, the very Son of God. 

The Man Who Claimed to be Equal with God - John 5:1-29

From John 5:1-29 we learn that Jesus' radical claim to be equal with God leads to conflict with the religious establishment.

Freedom in Christ: Like Father, Like Son - John 8:31-47

Preaching from John 8, Walter Strickland shows how Jesus describes the prism of the gospel thru the lens of freedom. There is no earthly antidote for the bondage of sin, but the true freedom we all hope for can only be found in submission to Jesus Christ.

Fields White for Harvest - John 4:27-42

Jesus and the Outsider - John 4:7-26

Sunday we learned that Jesus' offer of salvation overcomes the barriers of race, gender, and morality, as he lovingly brings the gospel to the outsider. First, his offer of salvation is for everyone. Second, it is a free gift. Third, it alone is soul-satisfying and life-giving.