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.    

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. 

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 - 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.

Fields White for Harvest - John 4:27-42

He Must Increase, But I Must Decrease - John 3:22-30

Preaching from John 3:22-30, Pastor Pete reminds us that there is no place for pride in the life of a follower of Jesus. Living the Christian life with others is a way to safeguard against pride. Following Pete's sermon we listened to a panel discussion about the importance of Community groups for growth in the gospel.

Born Again - John 3:1-15

Preaching from John 3, Pastor Pete shows how Nicodemus represents many who express an interest in Christ yet never acknowledge their deep need for spiritual regeneration by the Spirit of God. Unless we are born again we cannot see the most important things, enter the most important kingdom, nor know the most important person.

Lord of the Temple - John 2:13-22

Vince Oliveri shows how the Lord of the Feast from 2:1-11 is also the Lord of the Temple who overturns the tables of convenience in 2:13-22. Through his sacrificial death and resurrection Christ ultimately becomes the perfect temple, priest and sacrifice who reconciles us to the Father.  

Lord of the Feast - John 2:1-11

Preaching from John 2:1-11 Pastor Pete shows how the miracle at the Wedding in Cana is actually story of Jesus' life. Jesus is the Lord of the feast and the Bridegroom. He alone makes festival joy possible.

The Sin-Bearing Lamb of God - John 1:29-34

Pastor Pete points to three essentials of the atonement found in John 1:29-34. Atonement for our sin is necessary, requires an innocent sacrifice, and is the gracious work of God on our behalf.