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In this story, there is a pivotal moment. Some Greeks come to Philip with a simple yet profound request, "Sir, we would like to see Jesus." (John 12:21) That’s a powerful statement b/c the desire to see Jesus is the deep desire inside everybody who seeks Jesus. It’s really a deep yearning for more than just a glimpse…it’s a deep and sincere desire to be transformed. They didn’t want to m...

After Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, a banquet was given in his honor. It seems appropriate to honor him in this way. The banquet was held in Bethany, where Lazarus had been raised from the dead. But there was a lot of drama in the room. Lazarus, who was raised from the dead, was there (remember he had been dead a full four days!), and there were people who traveled to Bethany who really just...

Have you ever faced a situation where you felt like God's timing was different from what you expected? That’s what we’re talking about today. How did you respond, and what did you learn from that experience? Mary and Martha fully expected Jesus to heal their brother, but he didn’t come until after he died and was buried in a tomb. In fact, Lazarus had been dead for four days!  You will see in...

Jesus said, "My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me." In other words, If you know me, then you know me. And He added, "I and the Father are one." The relationship between Jesus and the Almighty Creator is this, “We are One and the same.” With that one statement, he set off a truth bomb. That’s when truth is spoken, and everybody has to deal with it. “I and...

In this passage Jesus was speaking to His disciples to help them understand a profound reality: He is the only door through which people can find salvation and have access to God. Not everybody believes that to be true. Not then, when he spoke those words, and not now. Even some who see Jesus as a good teacher and miracle worker stop short of saying that He is the Only Way. Even some Christ-follow...

Today, we'll be exploring chapter 9 of John's gospel. As Jesus walked by, he saw a man who was born blind. Curious and eager to learn, his disciples asked their beloved Rabbi, "Did this man sin or did his parents sin that he was born blind?" They were trying to understand the common belief that sin caused suffering and were looking for answers. (John 9:1-41) Follow Coach Dan Ho...

After the night passes, Jesus returns to the temple, where a crowd has gathered. He takes His seat and begins to teach them. However, an unexpected event unfolds in this sacred place of learning and worship. The scribes and Pharisees seize the opportunity to bring before Jesus a woman caught in adultery. With voices filled with accusations, they declare, "Teacher, this woman has been caught i...

In this part of the story, Jesus walked confidently through the busy streets of Galilee, avoiding Judea, where the Jewish authorities were trying to kill Him. The upcoming Feast of Booths was a highly anticipated celebration among the Jews, attracting visitors from all over to Jerusalem for a time of community gathering and spiritual nourishment. Despite the excitement around Him, Jesus remained s...

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After a long day of teaching a crowd of approximately 10,000 people, the disciples set sail across the sea towards Capernaum in the evening. As darkness fell and the winds picked up, their boat was tossed on the waves. Little did they realize that something incredible was about to happen, even in the middle of their fear. During the storm, the disciples saw someone walking on the water toward them...

Jesus is gaining popularity is growing rapidly among the people. As the Jewish Passover Feast approached, Jesus and His disciples were looking to escape the crowds for some quiet time on a mountainside. John tells us that Jesus and His disciples go to the far shore of the Sea of Galilee, where a large group of people follow Him b/c of the miraculous healings He had performed. When Jesus saw the la...

Today we encounter Jesus as He journeys to Jerusalem for a feast of the Jews. Along the way, He comes across a pool called Bethesda, a place packed with disabled individuals seeking healing. They would lay around the pool b/c of a superstitious belief that when the water was stirred, the first one in the pool would be healed. Among them is a man who has been an invalid for an astonishing thirty-ei...

After his conversation with the Samaritan woman and after many in her village believed he was the Messiah, Jesus left Samaria and headed back to Galilee. In fact, He returned to Cana in Galilee, where He had previously demonstrated His divine power by turning water into wine. When he first arrived, he was greeted warmly by the Galileans, who had seen the remarkable signs and wonders he performed d...

Once Jesus and his disciples arrived at the well near Sychar, Jesus was tired, but the disciples were hungry, so they went to find something to eat. While they were gone, Jesus had a conversation with a woman. When the disciples return to Jesus, they see that he is talking to a Samaritan woman, which surprises them. However, they don't interrupt their conversation or ask any questions. The wo...

Today we’re in chapter 4:1-26. So far in the story, the ministries of Jesus and John intertwine and then separate. News of Jesus quickly spread throughout the land, and even the Pharisees heard about Him. One thing they learned was that Jesus had more disciples and was baptizing more people than John the Baptist, which bothered them, even though His disciples and not Jesus himself were actually do...

Today we’re continuing in John 3:22-36. After Jesus met with Nicodemus, He and His disciples went to the peaceful Judean countryside, where they spent quality time together and started baptizing people. At the same time, John the Baptist was also baptizing people at Aenon near Salim. A lot of people came to the area to be baptized. What a great scene. I imagine something like what happened at Pira...

We’re in John 3. This is a fascinating exchange between Jesus and Nicodemus, a Pharisee and member of the Jewish ruling council, who came to Jesus by night to ask him questions. Driven by curiosity and a recognition of Jesus' divine presence, he addressed Him as Rabbi and acknowledged that no one could perform the miraculous signs Jesus did without God's presence. Little did Nicodemus kn...

Last week we talked about how Jesus did the first miracle of His ministry in Cana of Galilee by turning water into wine. In today’s passage (John 2:12-25), he makes the first trip of his ministry to Jerusalem. The story in John moves at breakneck speed! We go from eternity to starting his ministry, from his first miracle to his first trip to Jerusalem, as part of his ministry. Follow Coach Dan Hol...

Our focus today is John 2:1-11. It takes place in the quaint village of Cana in Galilee. A wedding celebration was underway. Among the guests were Jesus, His disciples, and His mother, Mary. Little did they know that this joyous occasion would serve as the backdrop for a remarkable display of divine power and a profound revelation of Jesus' glory. Follow Coach Dan Holland: Facebook ➡️ https:/...

This is an introduction to John 1:35-51. Here it describes the beginning of Jesus' ministry and the calling of his first disciples. After John the Baptist testifies that Jesus is the Lamb of God, two of John's disciples begin following Jesus. Notice the first words Jesus speaks to these men. When they first meet, he asks them, “What do you want?” (1:38) I think that question is worth pon...

This is an introduction to John 1:1-18. Through this powerful and inspiring passage in these verses, we are invited to contemplate the mystery of the Word made flesh and to embrace the truth of his message for our own lives. Follow Coach Dan Holland: Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/CoachDanHolland YouTube ➡️ @CoachDanHolland Visit us online 👉 https://coachdanholland.com If you are interested...

This is an introduction to John 1:19-34. This passage is a testimony from John the Baptist, who was sent by God to prepare the way for the coming of Jesus Christ. Follow Coach Dan Holland: Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/CoachDanHolland YouTube ➡️ @CoachDanHolland Visit us online 👉 https://coachdanholland.com If you are interested in starting a micro church or hosting a small group in your h...

The start of the new year is especially exciting, isn’t it. It’s a clean slate. A new beginning. A refreshing time. A time filled with hope. And that is exactly what our message is about today—hope. This is the last message in our Christmas Carols series where we have explored Common Attitudes Revealing Our Lord. We’ve been taking the theme verse from Philippians 2:5 which states: “Your attitude s...

So far we’ve looked at kindness, thankfulness, joyfulness and holiness. But today’s attitude is—faithfulness. Today’s Christmas Carol is “Oh Come All Ye Faithful”.  When we rely on God or follow him by faith, we are imitating the attitude of Christ.  What does it look like to have faith in God?  When we are faithful, we are imitating Christ because like him we rely on God.  Jesus was full of faith...

The Christmas carol O Holy Night has been sung for generations, and the story behind this song has an equally powerful message. Today’s attitude is—Holiness. Jesus was holy. You are called to be holy.  Sometimes don’t you want to skip this, toss it out completely or excuse this calling away.  We think, “I’m a sinner. Always was and always will be.” It’s true that sin will not be completely and ful...