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Is it true? Just because someone says something, does it make it true? Jesus makes bold claims regarding his deity. Today we will look at the collaborating witnesses. Recent claims ( Jn4:26 , 5:8 , 17-18 , 24 , 26-27 ) He is the Messiah ( Jn4:26 ) He calls for faith in the word ( Jn5:8 ) He claims to…

There is a gap We don’t know how long of a gap is betwen (v.11) and (v.12), but there is. Pharisees and scribes spoke to Jesus (vv. 3-7). Jesus spoke to the Pharisees (vv.7) Pharisees and scribes are convicted and leave (vv.8-9) Jesus speaks and interacts with the woman (vv.10-11) That is where we just…

For your consideration the witnesses Previously we have seen: Witness of John the Baptizer ( Jn5:33-35 ) Witness of Works, signs ( Jn5:36 ) Witness of the Father ( Jn5:37-38 ) Why did Jesus need witnesses, was he being tried, and if so, what for? (Rhetorical question) He made claims that were shocking…

Introduction: Most of us are familiar with contracts, we deal with them everyday. We buy a car or a house and sign on the dotted line promising to pay. In similar fashion God makes covenants with us. A covenant has some similarities with contracts but there is one distinct difference. In a covenant a…

The Claim Assurance, the book has hopefully by now given you some great assurance of what we have in Christ Jesus, eternal life. John also gives warnings and a defense against the false claims, false teachers trying to take away the Christians assurance. John’s claims Jesus came in the flesh ( 1Jn4:2…

Heads Up on the Holy Spirit In John 7 , we have a story of family, and faith and promises for followers. At the Feast of Booths (Tabernacles), Jesus began to teach in the temple, evading arrest and confounding the guards with his proclamations. The great harvest feast celebrated with a week’s holiday…

Intro: Are We Watching for the Return of The Lord? 1 As he was going out of the temple, one of his disciples said to him, “Teacher, look! What massive stones! What impressive buildings!” 2 Jesus said to him, “Do you see these great buildings? Not one stone will be left upon another—all will be thrown…

What happens here is not mean to stay here. Let the secret out. What do I want them to know? To tell people about Jesus Why? People want to be connected to their Abba What do I want them to do? Tell people about Jesus Why? ME I am going to tell you a story I have never told....just kidding It is a story…

Sometime in September of 1991, some 33 years ago, a guy about my age who I didn’t know very well invited me to do a Bible study. I grew up in a very religious home. I could have told you that Jesus was the Son of God. I could have articulated the concept of the Trinity. I knew and was able to sing “Amazing…

Aim: What does it mean to be a witness today, and under what power do we operate

Acts 7:51-60 “ You stiff-necked and uncircumcised in heart and ears! You always resist the Holy Spirit; as your fathers did, so do you. Which of the prophets did your fathers not persecute? And they killed those who foretold the coming of the Just One, of whom you now have become the betrayers and murderers,…

1 Arise, shine; For your light has come! And the glory of the Lord is risen upon you. 2 For behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, And deep darkness the people; But the Lord will arise over you, And His glory will be seen upon you. 3 The Gentiles shall come to your light, And kings to the brightness…

Aim: to look at the witness, and the testimony regarding Jesus is the fulfillment of the O.T. scripture.

Introduction On Wednesday Evening we have been looking at God. Who is God the Father, His attributes, character, and behavior. Apart from the revelation of God in His attributes, we have no knowledge of the Being of God whatsoever. But in so far as God reveals Himself in His attributes, we also have…

ME: Intro - Recap We have been in Acts for a couple months already, And it is a relatively long book, So, as we journey through Acts, I want us to remember that we are learning about our own history as the church. Remember, the title of our series through Acts is, “The Mission of FBC Afton.” Because…

This is a re-submission of a sermon I originally preached while pastor at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in 2005. It was a part of a year-ling sermon series in the Gospel of John. In this passage, we cover the ministry of John the Baptist and the early calling of the disciples of Jesus.

How to witness the truth in love and kindness.

When should we obey God rather than men?

Introduction Context: After Jesus’ resurrection, the disciples gather, filled with questions about the kingdom of Israel's restoration. Jesus redirects their focus to a broader mission, promising the Holy Spirit's empowerment for global witness. This culminates in Jesus' ascension and the angelic assurance…

—stories-- Aunt Irene... Ross Skaggs... Josh... Please turn in your Bibles to Acts 8:1 . Acts 8:1 . Last week, we covered over 60 verses as we read about Stephen, the first Christian martyr, killed for his faith. Today, we are focusing on really 8 verses. Let me read (please stand) 1 And Saul approved…

The "fake news" of the world needs to be challenged with the real news which comes from the Gospel. Jesus is risen indeed!

God wants us to reproduce ourselves. He wants us to reach others for the Gospel, He wants us to help others find their way back to Him.

Call and response. This form of rhythmic and most times musical expression finds its roots in the cultures of sub-Saharan Africa where in public affairs and religious rituals one person would make the call and the people would respond. When our ancestors arrived on the shores of America, they were stripped…

Paul had plans to go one way in his missionwork but God had other plans. He blocked Paul's plans and opened another door. God had a special work in Macedonia. Furthermore, there were specific people who God was working to save in that area.

We all get caught up with the prophecies of Christ's return. But we must not forget to witness.b