Today's text gives us a living parable, rather than a parable in words. It gives us an opportunity to compare our pride with the humility of Christ and, hopefully, reevaluate our lives of Christian service. - Pastor Kevin

The end of John 12 brings us to the end of the first half of John's Gospel. In these final verses, we are confronted with the testimony of Isaiah the prophet of God regarding the extent of Jesus' earthly ministry, as well as a summary of the past 3-and-a-half years of Jesus' life in His own words. - Pastor Kevin…

Today's text gives us the final words of Jesus' public ministry, and they really set the stage for everything that is about to follow. Let's be encouraged to live a quiet, confident, faithful life through the days that lie ahead. - Pastor Kevin

How can you and I know that God's salvation isn't limited to the Jews only, but extends to the whole world? What does Jesus Himself teach about this? Let's begin to explore this in today's sermon. - Pastor Kevin

Today's passage gives us a glimpse into the heart of man. We also get insight into the plan of God. These 2 are often in conflict, so let's see what we can learn from this text. - Pastor Kevin

We've heard Martha's testimony in clear, concise, accurate words; today, we will hear Mary's testimony, and she gives it without saying a word. It's beautiful! - Pastor Kevin

God's inspired word gives us a glimpse into the tactics the devil uses through wicked rulers to bring untold suffering into our world. Christians would be wise to equip themselves to recognize and do battle against these tactics. - Pastor Kevin

We have come to the actual sign of Jesus' resurrection of Lazarus from the dead, pointing powerfully ahead to His own resurrection and the resurrection of all those who are in Him. The text is powerful, and the lessons are profound. - Pastor Kevin

Jesus has finally arrived at Bethany and meets with Martha and Mary, who have very different kinds of testimonies. But Jesus isn't immune to the grief and pain of those around Him... quite the opposite. Jesus uniquely experiences the pain from seeing everything that has gone wrong with His Creation because of sin. And He is about to do something ab…

Hearing Jesus is on His way, Martha rushes out to meet Him. Today's text details the discussion they have. We endeavor to be comforted by the words of Christ in our own lives as well. - Pastor Kevin

We've arrived at the telling of the events surrounding Jesus' 7th and final sign in the Gospel of John. It is surely the greatest of His signs prior to His resurrection and He performs it in a way that may be unexpected, but is for our sakes, that we may believe. - Pastor Kevin

This last part of John 10 has historically been difficult to understand. There are 2 primary interpretations, neither of which we will look at this morning. Rather than dwell on the details this complex argument, we'll simply consider the Psalm from which Jesus quotes to get His view of His words. And we'll make some application. - Pastor Kevin…

Once again, Jesus is confronted by His enemies (the Jewish elites) and they demand that He submit Himself to their idea of what He should be. Jesus is having none of it, though, and forces everyone around Him consider not just His teaching, but His works. - Pastor Kevin

Jesus as the Good Shepherd is one of the most memorable and comforting pictures given to us in the Scriptures. Let's consider this picture together. - Pastor Kevin

Jesus closes out chapter 9 with a commentary on everything that has taken place since He opened the eyes of the man born blind. And, if we have eyes to see, I think we will find ourselves in His commentary. - Pastor Kevin

After Jesus healed the man born blind, a discussion ensues between him and his family, and the Pharisees. This discussion gets heated and reveals to us the heart of man. - Pastor Kevin

We begin chapter 9 of John in this sermon. AND we begin our look at the sixth of the seven signs in John's Gospel. In this sermon, we (very briefly) look at the existence and role of pain and suffering in the world, and the Christian's response. - Pastor Kevin

John 8 concludes with one of the most remarkable statements in the history of mankind, uttered of course by Jesus Christ. Let's consider it together. - Pastor Kevin

We're taking a break from John 8 for a week or so. God pressed on me to bring this message this week instead. Let me know your thoughts. - Pastor Kevin

Jesus continues to ratchet up the pressure on His enemies as He reveals to them who they really are... and the truth stands in opposition to the lie of their real father, the devil. - Pastor Kevin

I must apologize for the periodic loss of control of my emotions. We had a family tragedy this week, and I'm doing my best. Jesus is the Truth, and He has offered to make us free if we will abide in Him. Let's consider in some depth what this all means. - Pastor Kevin

Jesus once again is facing His most recalcitrant critics. But, although He is speaking to them, He is doing it for our sake, that we might know Him better. - Pastor Kevin

Jesus is the Light of the world, not just the light of my own little heart. What are the repercussions of this immense truth? - Pastor Kevin

The story of the woman caught in adultery, and brought before Jesus by the religious leaders is certainly one of the most powerful and moving stories of all time. I think it's because it is such a relatable foreshadowing of the story of Calvary. Let me explain why... - Pastor Kevin

It's Resurrection Sunday, and Jesus gives us a resurrection invitation in today's text. Let's take some time to consider it. - Pastor Kevin

There is a lot of confusion surrounding Jesus in Jerusalem during the Feast of Tabernacles described in John 7. How is Jesus going to deal with the confusion amongst the many groups there? That's what we'll discuss today. - Pastor Kevin

Right up front, I must apologize for the audio quality; halfway through the sermon, the computer froze, so there is a 2 minute section that I had to re-record in order to produce the entire sermon. This week's sermon presents the start of Jesus' time in Jerusalem during the Feast of Tabernacles. Jesus teaches the people, but at the same time, calls…

Jesus time had not yet arrived. He was perfectly committed to the will of the Father and so the timing of God's plan mattered as much as the events of God's plan. What can Christians glean from these few short verses? - Pastor Kevin

We have come to the end of John 6. It is not only a long chapter, but it is also complex and controversial. But here, at its conclusion, we are challenged once again to decide what to do with Jesus of Nazareth. Consider well... - Pastor Kevin

Jesus never backed down from controversy, and He never backed down from telling the truth. Today's text is a difficult text, and it has caused controversy for nearly 2 millennia now. Let's consider it with the goal of application to our lives in 2024. - Pastor Kevin

Those who have believed in Jesus should be absolutely secure in knowing that they are His. There is nothing that can snatch us out of His hand. - Pastor Kevin

When we listen to (or read) the words of Jesus in the Gospels, we must be very, VERY careful to take His teachings in context. A failure to do this can lead to all sorts of misunderstandings of Christian doctrine and our responsibility as Christians to be obedient to our Lord. Hopefully, this message encourages us to this end. - Pastor Kevin…

The people see Jesus as the Prophet; they aspire to make Him king; but they fail to consider His priestly work, enabling Him to be the One who comes to us in the storms of life. Let's not make the same mistake. - Pastor Kevin

The feeding of the 5,000 is the only miracle of Jesus that is recorded in all 4 Gospels. Let's consider it for a time to try and find out why. - Pastor Kevin

Today's text brings us to the end of the 'Divinity Sermon', one of the most powerful self-revelations of Jesus Christ concerning His equality with the Father. We are in a courtroom, with Jesus as the accused, and it doesn't go well for His accusers. In the words of a famous defendant, "YOU CAN'T HANDLE THE TRUTH!" - Pastor Kevin…

Things may seem dark right now, but according to the promise of Christ, they will not remain dark. He has a great work for His people and obedience to His command will transform the world. - Pastor Kevin

There are several important places mentioned in the Old Testament connected to the coming Messiah. Let's look at 3 of them and their significance. - Pastor Kevin

This sermon in John 5 is one of the clearest presentations that Christ ever gave of His own Deity. Then, He teaches what that means for you and me and our relationship with Him. - Pastor Kevin

Jesus heals a lame man on the Sabbath, intentionally provoking a confrontation with the religious/political elites in Judea. This week's text gives us some deep insight into the nature of man and his relationship with power. - Pastor Kevin

Think very carefully before you answer this question. Jesus asked it to a lame man beside the Pool of Bethesda, and it seems like the answer should be painfully obvious. But, maybe there's more to it than we imagine. - Pastor Kevin

Let's consider together this second of Jesus' miracles in the Gospel of John, and what it teaches us about God and about ourselves. I must apologize for the audio quality... I'm not sure what went wrong. - Pastor Kevin

God's Spirit prompted me to return to a couple of ideas in the text from last week, so let's do that together. The entire sermon is centered around this phrase: "The woman left her waterpot." - Pastor Kevin

Our God is the God of the impossible. In this text, we explore 4 ways that God accomplishes the impossible in the lives of those who encounter Jesus. - Pastor Kevin

This is such a beautiful story. And I think Christians over the millennia have loved it because they see themselves in it, even if it's not a particularly flattering image. Here's the key: Jesus keeps His divine appointments and reveals Himself to sinners... like me. - Pastor Kevin

Jesus continues His ministry by moving out of Jerusalem into the Judean countryside where He engages in a ministry of baptism. Nearby, John the Baptist's disciples are troubled by this, and they bring their concerns to John. John's response is one for the ages. Let's consider it. - Pastor Kevin

Today completes the conversation between Nicodemus and Jesus... one of the most revealing conversations in the history of mankind. These few words of Jesus are so saturated with truth that we cannot possibly touch on everything, but we'll look at a few highlights. - Pastor Kevin

Only the Apostle John records the interaction between Jesus and Nicodemus, and we are so thankful that he did! The depth of truth that Jesus commits to Nicodemus is astounding and has brought light to the world since the moment it occurred. We are blessed this morning to consider some of these words. - Pastor Kevin…

Just prior to the Jewish Passover, Jesus enters the Temple complex, makes a whip of cords, and drives out all the animals and moneychangers. Why? That's what we hope to examine in this message. - Pastor Kevin

The rich young ruler in today's text knows he is missing something in his life; he knows, even in his religiosity, that eternal life is still not his. But, when he asks Jesus what is missing, the answer he receives is precisely the answer he does not want to hear... and he chooses his 'stuff' over eternal life. - Pastor Kevin…

AT some point, the 'natural' wine will fail in every person's life. This may seem like a great loss to us, but to God, it is an opportunity to provide the 'supernatural' wine, the best wine. And there are other layers to this great story of Jesus' first sign. - Pastor Kevin