Tag: gospel of john
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![Exclusive Inclusion: Is Jesus the only Way? [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/cr-sermon-11-cr.png?w=1024)
Exclusive Inclusion: Is Jesus the only Way? [Sermon]
In confusing times Jesus offers a word of clarity, compassion – and controversy. “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” Is Jesus really the only way? That’s what this sermon explores.
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![Desperate times call for loving measures [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/dec-4-title-cr.png?w=1024)
Desperate times call for loving measures [Sermon]
Jesus lived in desperate times. Life was hard. He was about to be betrayed, tortured and killed. With that in mind he gave a new command. To run for the hills? Nope. This sermon explores John 13:31-38.
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Love one another as I have loved you: the meaning of Jesus’ new commandment (Growing Deeper with John 13:31-38)
Love. It can change things. A lot of things. Bonhoeffer wrote: “Love asks nothing in return, but seeks those who need it.” The command to love wasn’t new. But to love as Jesus loved was a powerful example for which to strive. But what did he mean by “love”? And how do we do it,…
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Jesus said he came to give us abundant life. What did he mean?
Is this Jesus’ version of “live your best life now”? Yes and No. Think bigger. Think life that is “abundant.” This podcast and blog distil Jesus’ use of the word “life” in John’s Gospel to two main ideas.
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![Light Locations [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/sermon-graphics-gen-5.png?w=1024)
Light Locations [Sermon]
Jesus warns that the darkness can “overtake you.” Fortunately, God has provided light locations to keep us on the right path. This sermon explores John 12:27-50.
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Sir, we wish to see Jesus (Growing Deeper with John 12:20-26)
They had a different culture and customs. But they just needed to see him. “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” In response, Jesus lays on something pretty heavy. This episode is a Bible Study on John 12:20-26.
