John 13:1-17 (text v. 12) [A question of humble service] I’ve preached from this passage of Scripture several times. I referred to it in last Sunday’s message. This morning I want to consider a question Jesus asked in verse 12—“Know ye what I have done to you?” Our text took place in the “upper room” …
Mark 9:30-37 (text v. 33) Here is a question Jesus asks His disciples about arguing amongst themselves— “What was it that ye disputed among yourselves by the way?” The word “disputed” means arguing and bickering. They were definitely having an intense debate among themselves. Debates are in the news today. If you saw the GOP …
John 8:43-47 Truth is absolutely essential for a Christian in order to “stand against the wiles [tactics] of the devil” (Eph. 6:11). We must have our “loins girt about with TRUTH” (Eph. 6:14). God is the source of truth (v. 26; 17:3). His word is Truth (John 17:17). Jesus is the personification of truth (John …
Luke 22:39-46 (text: v. 46) [Questions Jesus Asks] This is the night before Christ’s crucifixion. It is the night He is betrayed by a so-called “friend” and forsaken by His disciples. 1. A night of CONSPIRACY. While Jesus is praying, Judas is leading a band of soldiers to arrest Jesus. 2. A night of COURAGE. If you …
Luke 14:25-33 [Questions Jesus Asks] The Bible is more than a book of theological truth. It is also an immensely practical Book that tells you how to live. The parable of Jesus in our text teaches a great practical lesson— Before undertaking a project, the first thing you should do is “count the cost”—How much will cost to complete the …