Tag: gospel
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The first gospel. Studying Genesis 3:14-19
In Genesis 3, we see the fail of Adam and Eve. Instead of turning to God as a result of their sin, their initial response was to hide and try to cover up their sins. In Genesis 3:14-15, we see God’s initial response to Adam and Eve’s sin 14 The Lord God said to the…
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The Spirit without measure. Studying John 3:34-36
In John 3:34-36, we see the final words of John the Baptist written in the Gospel of John. In this passage, John is giving powerful insights about Jesus and his relationship to God. John 3:34 says: For he whom God has sent utters the words of God, for he gives the Spirit without measure. This…
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Sermon: The Last Breakfast – John 21:1-14
Jesus provides a miracle for a group of disciples by providing a huge catch of fish for the group and then hosting them for a meal. In John, the ministry of Jesus begins and ends with meals and in this passage, we see it pointing forward to the mission of the church and the work…
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Sermon: Faith beyond doubt – John 20:24-31
Thomas missed the most important event in human history. Seeing the risen Jesus on the first Easter. Thomas is skeptical and demands to see Jesus. Amazingly, Jesus grants him this and Thomas responds in faith. While we can’t personally examine the risen Jesus, we too have evidence to believe that the resurrection is true. Sermon…
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John the Baptist testifies to Jesus. Studying John 3:22-30
Summary: In John 3:22-30, John the Baptist testifies about the identity of Jesus. The ultimate significance of John the Baptist is that he was the forerunner to Jesus. He comes in fulfillment of Old Testament passages which talk of one who could prepare the way for the Messiah (Malachi 3:1. John’s life was lived to…
Josh Benner 