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John: The Gospel Of Belief
Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 18, 2025 (message contributor)
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1. A Cosmic Christmas
Contributed on Dec 18, 2025
Jürgen Moltmann reminds us that “The child in the manger opens up a cosmic horizon: in him the new creation begins.” But that story doesn’t begin in Bethlehem. It begins before the beginning. It truly does open up a cosmic horizon.
A Cosmic Christmas John 1:1-14 Introduction Jürgen Moltmann reminds us that “The child in the manger opens up a cosmic horizon: in him the new creation begins.” But that story doesn’t begin in Bethlehem. It begins before the beginning. It truly does open up a cosmic horizon. The ...read more
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2. Four Paths Of Discipleship
Contributed on Jan 1, 2026
If you want a life that actually changes—not just for January, but for eternity—you don't need a resolution; you need a path. Today, we’re looking at four paths taken by the very first people to ever follow Jesus.
FOUR PATHS OF DISCIPLESHIP FOR 2026 John 1:35-51 Introduction The new year is a time of contemplation, resolve, and renewal. Henry Ward Beecher said, “Every man should be born again on the first day of January. Start with a fresh page. …” I’m in the Planet Fitness Facebook group and every ...read more
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3. The First Sign
Contributed on Jan 8, 2026
In our text today is a wedding where something goes wrong, and someone is about to be embarrassed! Today we will visit the first miracle of Jesus, which John calls a “sign”.
THE FIRST SIGN John 2:1–11 Introduction As a preacher, I have been involved in many weddings. Weddings can be complex or simple, and when it comes to planning the ceremony, whatever the bride wants is what she gets. The groom is just there for moral support. Maggy and I will celebrate our 39th ...read more
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4. When Jesus Flips Tables
Contributed on Jan 15, 2026
Today, we will spend some time with a familiar but stunning story that is told in all four gospels. John tells us, “So [Jesus] made a whip out of cords, and drove all from the temple courts… and overturned their tables.” Jesus is consumed with zeal.
When Jesus Flips Tables John 2:13–25 Introduction Today we will spend some time with a familiar but stunning story that is told in all four gospels. John tells us, “So [Jesus] made a whip out of cords, and drove all from the temple courts… and overturned their tables.” Jesus is consumed ...read more
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5. From Law To Love
Contributed on Jan 23, 2026
Today our message centers on one of the best-known verses of the Bible. G. Campbell Morgan said that "John 3:16 is the most famous verse in the Bible because it encapsulates the heart of the Christian message.”
From Law to Love John 3:1-18 Introduction Today our message centers on one of the best known verses of the Bible. G. Campbell Morgan said that "John 3:16 is the most famous verse in the Bible because it encapsulates the heart of the Christian message.” “For God so loved the ...read more
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6. When Your Soul Is Thirsty
Contributed on Jan 31, 2026
When life leaves us dry and exhausted, Jesus invites us to drink deeply of the living water that only He can give.
When Your Soul Is Thirsty John 4:5–42 Introduction The past week was spent in the cold and dark, and for many, it remains that way. We’ve thrown away food from our refrigerators, gone through batteries, boiled water, and listened while tree limbs popped and broke, and for some of us ...read more
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7. A Savior Who Heals
Contributed on Feb 6, 2026
John is careful to remind us: these are not just random miracles, they are signs—works that point beyond themselves to who Jesus is.
A Savior Who Heals John 4:46–54 Introduction The first half of John’s Gospel offers seven signs to provoke belief. The first sign was when he turned water to wine at Cana. Today’s text takes us back to Cana for the second sign. John is careful to remind us: these are not just random ...read more
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8. What A Blind Man Saw
Contributed on Feb 13, 2026
He has never seen a sunrise. Has never seen his mother’s face. He was born blind. One day, Jesus walks by, and this man, whom no one notices, suddenly becomes the central figure in the ministry of Jesus.
What A Blind Man Saw John 9:1–41 Introduction He sits in complete darkness. He has never seen a sunrise. Has never seen his mother’s face. He has never seen the world around him. He was born blind. Every day he sits along the road, begging. People pass by, and some may toss coins his way. Most ...read more