John
The Word became Flesh ( John1:1-18)
As John kicks off his biography about Jesus - he wants us to know something big. Jesus is greater than you or I think, and this means something hugely significant no matter where we are spiritually. It helps us to ...
Lamb of God (John 1:19-34)
Jesus is "the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world". What does mean for me?
The Stairway to Heaven (John 1:35-51)
In this passage Jesus claims that he’s the stairway to heaven! Have a listen to the evidence that convinced his disciples and see if it’s good enough for you.
Water into wine (John 2:1-25)
As Jesus kicks off his public ministry, John the disciple, leaves a series of signs that help us form a solid picture of who Jesus is and what his ministry is all about. Join us as we dive beneath the ...
Born Again (John 3:1-21)
Jesus says you must be born a second time to enter the kingdom of heaven. This spiritual rebirth is the supernatural work of the Holy Spirit, enabling us to look to Jesus as our loving Saviour.
Two Testimonies (John 3:22-36)
How do you feel about Jesus? Do you believe in him? Or do you reject him? The stakes are high on our answer so John gives us two testimonies in this passage to go on. What will you decide?
How to be happy? (John 4:1-42)
Happiness is something most of us want and pursue, but its tricky! It's easy to find happiness in a moment, but it rarely lasts. So is there any way to be happy and to stay happy? Jesus says ...
Taking Jesus at his word (John 4:43-54)
I'd believe if I saw a miracle for myself". But Jesus says that kind of faith is insufficient. Faith is about trusting Jesus, and taking him at his word.
Seeing Jesus For Who He Is (John 5:31-47)
Ever get the feeling that you're missing the obvious? Looking for something that ends up being right in front of you the whole time? That's exactly what the Pharisees are going through as Jesus, the Word ...
Are you offended? (John 6:1-71)
Jesus claimed to be the Bread of Life. The people that heard his sermon were deeply offended and many stopped following Him. Here are 5 offensive things Jesus said. Do they offend you too?
Jerusalem’s Most Wanted! (John 7:1-52)
Jesus was Jerusalem’s most wanted man. There was a warrant out for his arrest and folks wanted to kill him. But why? What’d he do? In John 7, the answer is 3 things. There’s 3 things Jesus ...
True Freedom (John 8:12-59)
Our culture tells us that true freedom is about "going your own way" - just believe whatever you want, do whatever you want. But Jesus says that's slavery, and he can give us a better freedom. ...
What kind of Shepherd is Jesus (John 10:1-42)
Visiting SMBC student Matty Roberts takes us through John 10.
John 11:1-45
This week again we had one of our visiting SMBC students share with us from John 11.
It is finished! (John 19:1-42)
Jesus death was ugly and brutal, so why do we call that day Good Friday? It was good for us. When Jesus said, "It is finished" he was saying "mission accomplished, paid in full". Sin has ...
Poured out (John 11:45-12:11)
Jesus displayed his glory and poured himself out for us. Are we responding to Him by pouring ourselves out for him?
True Glory (John 12:12-36)
We all have a desire for glory. Jesus’ most glorious moment shows us the key to glory.
True Greatness (John 13:1-17)
We were blessed to have Dave McDonald (National Director of the FIEC) unpack John 13 for us!
A New Command, A Different Benchmark (John 13:18-38)
Right before he heads to the Cross, Jesus gives his disciples a brand new command. The five chapters of teaching that follow hinge on this command; love one another as I have loved you. Is that even possible? Or, is ...
Where are you going? (John 14:1-14)
Where are you going? Where’s your life going? It’s an uncomfortable question to be asked, especially if you don’t know. Jesus speaks in this passage to comfort his followers by spelling out the destination ...
What to expect of the Holy Spirit (John 14:15-31)
As Jesus shares the devastating news of his departure with his disciples he also gives them a promise. One like him is coming to be with them forever. Another helper, another comforter, another advocate. But, what does that mean? Will ...
Vine & Branches part 1 (John 15:1-8)
What are the keys to spiritual success? Jesus tells us how to live a truly fruitful life.
Love like you've been loved (John 15:9-17)
Jesus explains the nature and depth of his love for us, and then calls us to respond with obedience and sacrificial love for others. This is the path to true joy.
The World Will Hate...And That’s Ok (John 15:18-16:6)
What did you expect? When you began to follow Jesus was there an expectation that everything would be smooth? Or, was the reality that the world was now going to hate you true on day one?Sometimes our expectation is ...
What’s the plan? (John 16:7-33)
God lays out his to reach the world with the news about Jesus. Check it out…it’s 5 star!
Living for God's glory (John 17:1-19)
Jesus gives us eternal life and a life of purpose.This side of glory, He calls us to be in the world, but not of the world.Two things we're to avoid: the bubble and the blend.
He drank the cup for me (John 18:1-27)
Jesus was determined to fulfil the mission His Father had given him to complete.He was not a helpless victim, but a man in control.He willingly drank the cup of judgement for us - so we can be reconciled ...
What kind of king is Jesus? (John 18:28-40)
Jesus had been arrested, his mates had ditched him, he’d been bashed…he didn’t look much like a king! So in this chunk Jesus tells us what kind of king he is, so that we&...
Responding to the Resurrection (John 21:1-25)
Jesus really conquered death. This means we can know God, experience new life, be forgiven and live with purpose.
God's Sovereignty in Salvation
Do we choose God or does God choose us? We take a look at what Jesus had to say about it in the gospel of John, and address some common questions. If God chooses us, is he unfair for not ...
