Here we savor the grace upon grace given in Jesus, the grace and truth revealed in Him that exceeds the law given through Moses. (John 1:15-17) Sermon Outline For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ..” (John 1:17) Pointing to Who is Greater: John the Baptist (John 1:15) The Fullness of Jesus (John 1:16) Grace and Truth Exceeding the Law (John 1:17) Living into the Fullness DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: DIG DEEPER Exploring Faith Growing in…
Looking at this powerful verse, dwelling in it, and explicating what it means that Jesus tabernacled among us. (John 1:14) Sermon Outline “The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.” (John 1:14) Jesus Became Human: The Word Became Flesh (Philippians 2:5-8; Colossians 2:9) “flesh” σάρξ (sarx): the mortal, physical nature of humanity If Jesus isn’t…
Sermon Outline “I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you.” (John 13:15) Jesus Served Us (John 1:12-14; Matthew 20:28) Jesus came to make us members of God’s family Jesus came to serve us We Serve Because Jesus Served Us (John 13:1-17) Jesus’ humble service in the upper room (John 13:1-16) Our invitation to humble service in the way of Jesus (John 13:12-17) The motivation of mutual, self-giving love (John 13:34-35) We Serve…
This message explores themes of Jesus as “the true light that gives light to everyone”, with further light/darkness in John’s gospel. (John 1:9-13) Sermon Outline “The True light that gives light to everyone was coming into the world.” (John 1:9) Jesus, the True Light (John 1:9) Jesus is the true light. Jesus’ light is available to everyone. Jesus is the light of the world. Darkness can neither comprehend the light nor overcome it. Jesus as the true light means there is false light. Satan disguises himself as the angel of light. (2 Corinthians 11:14). Jesus can help you discern truth…