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“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. The hired hand, since he is not the shepherd and doesn’t own the sheep, leaves them and runs away when he sees a wolf coming. The wolf then snatches and scatters them. This happens because he is a hired hand and doesn’t care…

Introduction This morning’s Gospel reading is a continuation of last week’s Gospel reading, which presents some complications since, due to the threat of the storm, we did not have services last Sunday. However, I did preach on the readings from last Sunday on Wednesday when I filled in for the healing…

Abraham: Following God's Promise

INTRODUCTION . 22 At that time the Feast of the Dedication took place at Jerusalem; 23 it was winter, and Jesus was walking in the temple in the portico of Solomon. 24 The Jews then gathered around Him, and were saying to Him, “How long will You keep us in suspense? If You are the Christ, tell us plainly.”…

I don’t know about you, but I think one of the greatest inventions in the world is the all you can eat buffet. Growing up in a family of eight, we lived off of buffets. I’m sure when the manager of CiCi’s Pizza saw us coming across the parking lot, he knew he was losing money that day! You know when…

Good Morning Everyone. I am so glad that we can be in the house of the Lord this morning. We have already taken the Lord’s Supper this morning so we should all be feeling well fed right now right? I mean that small amount of bread and juice should hold us for a couple hours so let’s dig into the word…

This theme is all throughout the book of John. Beginning at Jesus’ first miracle. Water into wine. Hunger and thirst exist to remind us that we need to eat and drink in order to live. Hunger and thirst are discomfort that is a gift from God. Tastebuds exist to make us enjoy eating and drinking so that…

The Purpose Fascination - Discovery - Identity - Authenticity One day, Napoleon was speaking of the Divinity of Christ; when General Bertrand said:— “I can not conceive, sire, how a great man like you can believe that the Supreme Being ever exhibited himself to men under a human form, with a body, a…

Countdown Video Thank you for joining Faith Vision Christian Ministries Faith Vision i s a Christian church, based on the Word of God. We are a training ground for all things Jesus Christ. loving God , Loving People living by faith Thank you for joining us today , Please set everything aside as we come…

There was a health-food restaurant with a billboard that read, “Eat here and live a long life!” Not wanting to be outdone, the barbecue place next-door put up a sign saying - “Eat here and die happy!” A favorite food you just can’t imagine being without? For me, most of my life, fried potatoes. I like…

ETERNAL LIFE IS A PRESENT TENSE 35 Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty. 36 But as I told you, you have seen me and still you do not believe. 37 All that the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever…

Today we are wrapping up this six part study of the Good News called, “Life in 6 Words.” We get these six words by using the word “Gospel” as an acrostic. As a way of review, let’s walk through these six words one final time… G - God created us to be with Him. ( Genesis 1-2 ) O - Our sins separate us…

Herman Bavinck gives the Biblical position: “God’s will is identical with his being, his wisdom, his goodness, and with all his attributes. And it is for this reason that man’s heart and mind can rest in that will, for it is the will not of blind fate, incalculable fortune, or dark energy of nature,…

This week I will start a series on the “I am” statements of Christ found in the book of John and this week will focus on Chapter 6. The statement indicating Jesus was the “bread of life” comes after He has just fed the five thousand. Jesus leaves and travels to the "other side” of the Sea of Galilee.…

An Atheist tourist was walking around Belfast and noticed all the community centre events for either Catholics or Protestants. After checking out yet another board, he asked a staff member: Atheist: "What do you do in this town if you're an Atheist?" Staff member: "Well sir, that depends.” Atheist: “Depends…

This Week’s Theme: “The Free Offer” Memory Verse : John 6:35 And Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life. He who comes to Me shall never hunger, and he who believes in Me shall never thirst. This Week’s Word: Satisfaction- fulfillment of one's wishes, expectations, or needs, Essence of the text:…

After the people saw the sign Jesus performed, they began to say, “Surely this is the Prophet who is to come into the world.” Jesus, knowing that they intended to come and make him king by force, withdrew again to a mountain by himself. As the first redeemer caused manna to descend… so will the latter…

God’s Guarantee To Sinners John 6.37-40 Introduction: Life is filled with uncertainties! You never know one day to the next just exactly what will happen. In fact, the Bible warns us about presuming on the future - Pro. 27:1 1 Boast not thyself of to morrow; For thou knowest not what a day may bring…

John 6:22-58 As we continue going through the Verily, verily statements from Jesus we are looking at the Truth emphasized by Jesus Himself. This is a very difficult passage for many to accept, and it is no different today than it was in Jesus day, or in the early church. This is a perfect example of……

1 Now before the Feast of the Passover, when Jesus knew that His hour had come that He should depart from this world to the Father, having loved His own who were in the world, He loved them to the end. The mission of Jesus was to save the world from its sin. When Jesus began His ministry, He had one…

Jesus’ Seven “I Am” Claims “I am the bread of life” . “I am the light of the world”. “I am the door”. “I am the good shepherd”. “I am the resurrection and the life”. “I am the way, the truth, and the life”. “I am the true vine”. What does bread symbolize? 22 On the next day the crowd that remained on…

After the people saw the miraculous sign that Jesus did, they began to say, “Surely this is the Prophet who is to come into the world.” Bread is food Water is also necessary for life. He walks “On” the water, he walks over the life? he transverses life, he is lighter than life, he is over the sea, chaos…

Intentional Everything Jesus did was intentional, was purposed and was for the glory of the Father. Can you think of things that Jesus was intentional about? Are there things you are intentional about? Are there things you should be intentional about? Intentional - Meeting with Nicodemus Intentional…

More than. . . How often do you get more than you ask for or expect? Or get something you did not ask for or expect? (Truly ask the questions and wait for any possible answers) Man came with questions and left with more questions about eternal life. Woman expected water but got Living water Man expected…

Scripture Matt 5:28 “But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lustful intent has already committed adultery with her in his heart.” Definition of Lust Lust can be define as an intense or even excessive desire or craving. Although the pursuit of sexual pleasure is often equated with lust,…