Category: Bible
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The way to God. John 14:1-7
Our society does not handle death well. I believe that at least part of the reason is that most of us don’t really deal with seeing death. A century ago, most people died at home. Now, according to a Stanford study, only about 20 percent of Americans die at home and most people die in…
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Jesus and A new commandment. John 13:31-38
Passing the point of no return. No turning back. Taking the plunge. There are a number of phrases to communicate the idea of an irreversible deed. Burning bridges, which is often used to refer to employment but originates with military imagery of eliminating all options but moving forward and not looking back. Burning boats, similar meaning, such…
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Jesus predicts his betrayal. John 13:18-30
In Saratoga National Park in Eastern New York, there’s the Boot Monument, which was erected in 1887 to honor one of the great generals of the early part of the Revolutionary War. An inscription on the monument reads: “In memory of the “most brilliant soldier” of the Continental Army who was desperately wounded on this…
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Jesus washes the disciples’ feet. JOhn 13:1-17
It’s hard to ignore a major event. The night before you get married is not just like any other night. You know it’s the eve of the biggest day of your life. The night before surgery is not like any other night. You might have a big meal, but if it’s a big surgery, you…
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Poverty, paganism, and the gospel – Galatians 4:1-11
The gospel is meant for both Jews and gentiles. Both need the grace of Jesus and are invited to receive the forgiveness that he offers. In this passage, Paul will warn Christian converts from these two distinct backgrounds from falling back into their old religious systems. Sermon manuscript
Josh Benner 