Jesus answered him, “It is written, ‘You shall worship (proskyneō) the Lord your God and serve Him only.’” Luke 4:8 Then Jesus said to him, “Go, Satan! For it is written, ‘You shall worship (proskyneō) the Lord your God and serve Him only.’” Matthew 4:10 The idea that there is one God and that He […]
Did Jesus Believe Himself to be God? Read More »
It’s New Years and we are all thinking about new beginnings. Well, so is the apostle John. “In the beginning…” he starts this famous gospel. As we prepare for another year of life and ministry together let us look to John to grab a few pointers.
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In an encounter with Nicodemus, Jesus seeks to expose what the most important issue is: the need for rebirth. Like all of us, Nicodemus was preoccupied with the things on the surface, but real change and real relationship with God starts with a new heart.
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The announcement that Jesus will send the Holy Spirit signals the coming of the last days, in which we now live. This is the age of the Holy Spirit. But who is this Spirit and what does he do? While the Spirit does many things, he is content to live in the background and give glory to Jesus.
Pentecost Sunday 2015: Who is the Advocate? Read More »
We often forget that after Easter, Jesus remained on the earth for 40 days and then ascended. In John 17 Jesus prays because he is leaving and is burdened for his followers. Contrary to what we might expect, Jesus is not concerned so much for our food and shelter as he is that we remain in the truth.
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Last week we saw that Jesus was the true vine; the one who gives good and lasting fruit to those who abide in him. This week we look at the fruit itself. Pastor Josh focuses on six specific fruits drawn from this passage. Those who have them are true, abiding, followers of Jesus.
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