Tag: gospel of john
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![Failure doesn’t disqualify you [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/failure-sermon.png?w=1024)
Failure doesn’t disqualify you [Sermon]
Jesus was about to physically leave them. Could they continue his message and mission even though they were deeply flawed? Yes. And so can you. This sermon on John 21 explains why and how.
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Peter’s redemption, past mistakes, and 153 fish (Growing Deeper with John 21)
Do you love me? That’s the question the resurrected Jesus asked Peter. It was not insignificant, especially in light of Peter’s past denials. This episode is a Bible study on John 21, our final chapter in the Gospel.
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![Ordinary Missionary [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/missionary.png?w=1024)
Ordinary Missionary [Sermon]
When we think of a missionary we usually think of someone going to serve in another country. But we all have a commission, even here in our own neighbourhoods. This sermon explores a lesser-known commission in John 20:19-31 and also looks at the story of ‘doubting Thomas.’
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Put your finger in my side, receive the Holy Spirit, and go! (Growing Deeper with John 20:19-31)
Jesus’ followers were locked in a room, afraid. He appeared… alive with nail marks in his hands! This episode is a Bible study on John 20:19-31 and includes the story of doubting (believing) Thomas, the giving of the Holy Spirit, and a lesser-known commission.
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![Bleedership [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/bleedership.png?w=1024)
Bleedership [Sermon]
Leadership is desperately needed — and not just from others, and not just in ‘official’ capacities. You have many opportunities to show unofficial leadership. This sermon on John 19:1-16 explores some critical historical context to highlight the kind of leader Jesus was, and who we can emulate.
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![Live like royalty [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/royalty-1.png?w=1024)
Live like royalty [Sermon]
Jesus says his kingdom is not of this world. What does that mean and what are the implications for those of us who follow him but who still live in this world? This sermon is on John 18:19-40 and provides some practical responses to our royal identity.
