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As we conclude our series in John, we consider his words, 'I have written so that you might believe, and have life in Jesus' name. What does it mean to believe in Jesus?

Even after Peter denied Jesus three times, Jesus re-invites Peter to follow him and feed his sheep. What does it look like for us all to continually respond to this invitation and point people to Jesus?

Following Jesus' crucifixion, Jesus' apostles turn back to what they knew, fishing. Jesus appears to them, inviting them to share a meal in his presence.

Having risen, Jesus appears to Mary Magdalene, the apostles, and Thomas. Jesus speaks peace to their fear.

Days after his burial, a few of Jesus followers visit the tomb and find it empty! Having risen from the dead, Jesus invites us to resurrection life.

Why did Jesus die on the cross? Today, we explore the scope of the Biblical narrative leading up to the cross. Further, we delve into the implications of the cross (atonement theory).

The Jewish leaders were intent upon manipulating the Roman courts in order to have Jesus crucified. Though Pilot sees no grounds for a charge, he agrees to Jesus' execution.

Having been betrayed by one of his closest followers, Jesus is arrested. While Peter steps up to fight, Jesus chooses to peacefully accept God's plan.

Shortly before his crucifixion, Jesus prays for himself and those that will follow him. His prayers challenge us to consider Church unity and the mission we have received.

Shortly before his crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus warns his followers of the struggle to come. He also promises the Holy Spirit, the Advocate, who will be their peace.

While comforting his disciples about his impending death, Jesus speaks of a remarkable season to come. Soon, the Father will send the Holy Spirit.

Shortly before His death, Jesus was betrayed, abandoned and denied by his closest followers. His response: Love one another as I have loved you.

Knowing that his death and that he held all power, Jesus kneels down to wash his disciples' feet. In taking the posture of a servant, Jesus calls us to lives of service.

Jesus enter's Jerusalem for Passover week hailed as king. What sort of king is Jesus? What does it look like to be citizens of Jesus' unique, beautiful Kingdom?

Having raised a man from the dead, the Jewish leaders determine plot to kill Jesus to prevent his rise to power and Rome's response. Facing impending death, Jesus reacts with calm and intentional action.

In raising Lazarus from the dead, Jesus demonstrates his power over death. He is the resurrection and life. We are all invited to experience new life in Jesus.

Jesus, while making bold claims about his identity, is met with mixed reactions. Some believe, while others do not. Who is Jesus?

In John 8, the Pharisees use a woman caught in adultery to attempt to trap Jesus into breaking Mosaic Law. Jesus turns the conversation of guilt back on them while demonstrating grace and inviting the woman to new life.

Jesus, while attending a Jewish festival, stands before the crowds and offers living water. The promise of the Holy Spirit was for those present and extends to us today.

Today, we explore the entirety of John 6. Jesus feeds thousands of people and explains that he is the bread come down from heaven. (The recording picks up just after the scripture reading.)

After having healed a man on the Sabbath, Jesus interacts with the religious teachers concerning two matters: his breaking of Sabbath law and his equality with God. His conversation draws us toward understanding of his new covenant.

When Jesus meets a man who could not walk, he asks him, "Do you want to get well?" In healing the man, Jesus ignites the rage of the Pharisees concerning Sabbath law. Jesus demonstrates a posture of seeing and engaging people in need.

In opposition to cultural and religious norms, Jesus engages intentionally in conversation with a Samaritan woman. He invites her to know living water and true worship. We have much to learn about extending invitation and love in lives of marginalized peoples in our world!

In considering his ministry in relation to Jesus, John the Baptist concludes, "He must become greater; I must become less."

In his conversation with a Pharisee named Nicodemus, Jesus describes himself as the source of eternal life. In summary, John pens John 3:16: For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son...

As Jesus arrives at the temple, he finds the courtyards turned into a market place. In driving out the animals and money changers, Jesus defines himself as the new temple and demonstrates his commitment to people's access to God.

John begins to build a case for who Jesus is with a sign: Jesus turns water into wine at a wedding celebration. Jesus turns what would have been an experience of shame for the groom into an opportunity for celebration in the lives of many.

Early in Jesus' ministry he began calling disciples, people who dedicated their lives to following him. Still today, we are invited to follow Jesus.

John the Baptist came to prepare the way for the Messiah and witness to Jesus' identity.

John, in describing who Jesus is, calls our attention to creation. In the beginning, the Word, Jesus, was creating. In the same way the word spoke light into darkness, Jesus' presence in this world shines light into darkness.

John, an apostle and eye witness, writes a detailed account of Jesus' life, ministry, crucifixion, and resurrection. Unique from the other gospel accounts, John shines a spotlight on Jesus' divinity and him as the means of salvation.