Category: John

Worship (John 4:1-26)

8/25/2019

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Worship
John 4:1-26

I. Intro
Big Idea: True worship takes place on God’s terms.

II. Tired
A. It’s possible to be mistaken about God. John 4:1-3
B. Jesus came to identify with us in every way John 4:4-6; Hebrews 4:15

III. Drawing
A. Jesus met the woman in her isolation. John 4:7-9
B. We can’t manufacture what we need most. John 4:10-15

IV. Come Back
A. Jesus knows the truth about us. John 4:16-18
B. People tend to avoid reality. John 4:19-20

V. Truth and Spirit
A. Ask Jesus to show you yourself. Psalm 139:23-24; John 4:21-24
B. Ask Jesus to show you Himself. John 4:25-26

Things to Consider

How have you experienced God’s mercy lately? (If you haven’t, what’s keeping you from doing so?) What’s something from John 4:1-26 that spoke to you?
How does the truth that Jesus knows everything about you make you feel?
Why is honesty so important in worship?
Why do we need God’s Spirit in worship?
How can you respond to John 4:1-26?

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Complete (John 1:35-51)

8/27/2017

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Complete
John 1:35-51

Big Idea
- Being complete disciples means being known, as we make Christ known.
Just Fans
- We can be fans of Jesus without actually following Him. John 1:29
- We all need to make our own decision about Jesus. John 1:35-37
What Do You Want?
- What do you seek? John 1:38
- To be a complete disciple is a higher calling than health and wealth. Matthew 5:48
Come and See
- Jesus gives people who genuinely seek Him the same invitation: "Come and see." John 1:39
- We're supposed to figure things out with friends. John 1:40-42
Follow
- Christ's forgiveness shapes us. John 1:42-50
- Complete disciples make disciples. John 1:51; 1 4:12, 19

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What About Other Religions? (Isaiah 45:5-7; John 3:1-21; 14:6)

6/4/2017

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What About Other Religions?
Isaiah 45:5-7; John 3:1-21; 14:6

Big Idea
- God has narrowed the focus of our salvation – so that can be completely saved.
Aren't All Religions the Same?
- All major religions claim exclusivity.
- All major religions have competing, or incompatible versions of the truth.
How Are Religions Difference?
- All religions, besides Christianity, are works-based. Philippians 2:12-13; 3:4-9
- We have to consider whether or not our religion is true.
Does God Really Send People to Hell?
- Either no religion is true – or only one can be true. Romans 1:24
- God is continually making His plea for people to turn to Him.
How Are Christians to Distinguish Themselves?
- Set apart Christ as Lord! 1 Peter 3:15
- Share what's difference about our Savior with gentleness and respect. 1 Peter 3:16

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Is the Bible True? (Psalm 119:105; Luke 24:25-27; John 17:17; Romans 10:17; 2 Timothy 3:16-17)

5/28/2017

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Is the Bible True?
Psalm 119:105; Luke 24:25-27; John 17:17; Romans 10:17; 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Big Idea: The Bible is God's personal message to us.
Great Expectations
- The first of the six "Es" is expected testimonies. Psalm 22:16-18.
- If the Bible promises something to us in Christ that promise will be fulfilled. Isaiah 53:4-6, 11
Early On
- The second "E" is early testimonies. Matthew 24:1-2
Were You There?
- The third "E": eyewitness testimony. Luke 24:25-27; 1 Corinthians 15:6
The Truth Hurts
- Our fourth "E": embarrassing facts. 1 Timothy 1:15
Out of the Cross
- Our fifth "E" is excruciating testimonies.
Other Voices
- Our sixth and final "E": extra-biblical testimonies.
A Light
- Read the Bible! John 17:17; Romans 12:2
- Tell the truth. John 8:32

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SERMONS

Worship (John 4:1-26)

Complete (John 1:35-51)

What About Other Religions? (Isaiah 45:5-7; John 3:1-21; 14:6)

Is the Bible True? (Psalm 119:105; Luke 24:25-27; John 17:17; Romans 10:17; 2 Timothy 3:16-17)

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