Podcasts about John 8

Hello Friends! I love to hear from you! Please send me a text message by clicking on this link! Blessings to You!In this episode, Dr. Jori discusses with her listeners  Jesus's words reminding the religious leaders that HE had told them they would die in their sins unless that they believed HIM and in HIM. Scripture References: John 8:24; John 20:30-31; 1 John 5:13; John 1:1-14; John 3:16;John 8:12-26; Ephesians 2:8-10; Romans 10:9-12 Scripture translation used is the NASB “Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995, 2020 (only use the last year corresponding to the edition quoted) by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. www.Lockman.org”CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S OTHER PODCAST- The First Love ProjectHere is the video introducing the podcast on You Tube-https://youtu.be/PhFY1moDDmsHERE IS A LINK TO THE YOUTUBE PLAYLIST FOR FIRST LOVE PROJECThttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdaujk1npuKR0BLSkTlKyxmuxavrZQHM6&si=dC10K4Qdh0xMKElU FIND DR. JORI ON OTHER PLATFORMS https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer DAILY MUSICAL DEVOTIONAL BY THE WORSHIP INITIATIVE:Text SING to 79316CHECK OUT THE DWELL AUDIO BIBLE APP:Click this link for my unique referral code.  I use this frequently. Such a wonderful audio bible app. https://dwellapp.io/aff?ref=jorishafferBIBLE STUDY TOOLS DR. JORI USES:Note: These contain  Amazon affiliate links, meaning I get a commission, at no extra cost to you,  if you decide to make a purchase through my links.Here is a link to some of my favorite bible study tools on Amazon:https://geni.us/cHtrfEMr. Pen Bible Journaling Kitshttps://lvnta.com/lv_PTrHSCogbRim4yhEDnhttps://lvnta.com/lv_mkaMOuGe6m4oHR88uqhttps://lvnta.com/lv_dgvsxOc99t663A628z  BOOKS OF BIBLE COLOR CHARTI made this chart as a helpful tool for grouping the collections of books or letters  in the Holy Bible.  The colors in the different sections are the ones that I use in my journals.  Books of Bible Chart (color) (4).pdf - Google Drive    LOOKING TO RETAIN MORE OF WHAT YOUR PASTOR IS TEACHING?              CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S SERMON REFLECTION JOURNALS! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up.  https://amzn.to/418LfRshttps://amzn.to/41862EyHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com  Support the show

Join us for Bible study! Today we will finish John chapter 13. We'll take some time on Jesus' commandment to love one another.

Join us for Bible study! Today we will finish John chapter 13. We'll take some time on Jesus' commandment to love one another.

Tim Soots August 16, 2026 Trinity Anglican Church Littleton, CO Trinitylittleton.com

What was Jesus writing in the ground when the Pharisees and scribes tried to accuse the woman caught in adultery? Pastor Adriel Sanchez discusses the passage of Jesus writing on the ground and how the Pharisees rejected him. Instead of their names being written in the Book of Life, they were written in the dust.  PARTNER WITH US Upon becoming a partner you will receive two incredible books: Ordinary and Core Christianity by Dr. Michael Horton. We believe these resources will serve as an aid in helping  you understand the core tenants of the Christian faith and find joy in your every walk with Christ. FOLLOW US YouTube | Instagram | X/Twitter | Facebook | Newsletter WHO WE ARE Sola Media serves today's global church by producing resources for reformation grounded in the historic Christian faith. For over thirty-five years, Sola has walked alongside Christians in their faith, pointing away from novelty and ourselves, and toward Christ and his gospel as proclaimed in the Scriptures, articulated in the ancient Christian Creeds, and summarized in the confessions of the Protestant Reformation. Learn more: https://solamedia.org/

Pastor Josiah Graves continues our series, "Head: Formed for Truth", with this week's teaching titled "What is Truth?" from John 8 and 1 Kings 22

Hello Friends! I love to hear from you! Please send me a text message by clicking on this link! Blessings to You!In this episode, Dr. Jori discusses with her listeners  the account of the woman caught in adultery and how Jesus told her that he did not condemn her and to go and sin no more.  Scripture References: John 8:11; John 1:1-14; John 3:16-17; John 7:43-8:11; Psalm 14:1-3; Psalm 53:1-3; Romans 8:1; Matthew 4:17; Luke 22:20 Scripture translation used is the NASB “Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995, 2020 (only use the last year corresponding to the edition quoted) by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. www.Lockman.org”CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S OTHER PODCAST- The First Love ProjectHere is the video introducing the podcast on You Tube-https://youtu.be/PhFY1moDDmsHERE IS A LINK TO THE YOUTUBE PLAYLIST FOR FIRST LOVE PROJECThttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdaujk1npuKR0BLSkTlKyxmuxavrZQHM6&si=dC10K4Qdh0xMKElU FIND DR. JORI ON OTHER PLATFORMS https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer DAILY MUSICAL DEVOTIONAL BY THE WORSHIP INITIATIVE:Text SING to 79316CHECK OUT THE DWELL AUDIO BIBLE APP:Click this link for my unique referral code.  I use this frequently. Such a wonderful audio bible app. https://dwellapp.io/aff?ref=jorishafferBIBLE STUDY TOOLS DR. JORI USES:Note: These contain  Amazon affiliate links, meaning I get a commission, at no extra cost to you,  if you decide to make a purchase through my links.Here is a link to some of my favorite bible study tools on Amazon:https://geni.us/cHtrfEMr. Pen Bible Journaling Kitshttps://lvnta.com/lv_PTrHSCogbRim4yhEDnhttps://lvnta.com/lv_mkaMOuGe6m4oHR88uqhttps://lvnta.com/lv_dgvsxOc99t663A628z  BOOKS OF BIBLE COLOR CHARTI made this chart as a helpful tool for grouping the collections of books or letters  in the Holy Bible.  The colors in the different sections are the ones that I use in my journals.  Books of Bible Chart (color) (4).pdf - Google Drive    LOOKING TO RETAIN MORE OF WHAT YOUR PASTOR IS TEACHING?              CHECK OUT DR. JORI'S SERMON REFLECTION JOURNALS! Sermon Notes, Reflections and Applications Journal/Notebooks by Dr. Jori. Click the links below to be directed to amazon.com for purchase. Or search “Dr. Jori Shaffer” on Amazon to bring these up.  https://amzn.to/418LfRshttps://amzn.to/41862EyHere is a brief YouTube video that tells about the Journal/Notebooks as well:https://youtu.be/aXpQNYUEzds   Email: awordforthisday@gmail.comPodcast website:  https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com  Support the show

Jesus, wrapping up His discussion with the woman caught in adultery, turns back to the crowd and makes a bold, profound statement: "I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life". "The Light of the World" - John 8:12 Dan Jaussen Download Sermons Archive RSS Numbers 24:17 I see Him, but not now; I behold Him, but not near; a Star shall come out of Jacob; A Scepter shall rise out of Israel, and batter the brow of Moab, and destroy all the sons of tumult.Isaiah 9:2 The people who walked in darkness have seen a great Light; those who dwelt in the land of the shadow of death, upon them a light has shined.Isaiah 49:6 Indeed He says, ‘It is too small a thing that You should be My Servant to raise up the tribes of Jacob, and to restore the preserved ones of Israel; I will also give You as a light to the gentiles, that You should be My salvation to the ends of the earth.'Luke 2:32 A light to bring revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of Your people IsraelJohn 15:11 These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full.John 12:35-36 Then Jesus said to them, “A little while longer the light is with you. Walk while you have the light, lest darkness overtake you; he who walks in darkness does not know where he is going. While you have the light, believe in the light that you may become sons of light.”Matthew 5:14-16 “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp ad put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”John 15:11 These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full. (I have this one twice because I am going to reference it again in this order for PP)Philippians 2:14-15 do all things without complaining or disputing, that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked an perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the worldMatthew 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven Sermon Discussion Questions:Who were some of the people that prophesied Jesus coming as a light?Describe the way that John describes Jesus in the beginning of John 1.What are the two ways that people react when encountering the Light of the World.In what ways are we to be light unto the world?

The Book of John

Pastor Bill Vecchio Jr.

The Book of John

John 8:39-59 Our sermon text this morning is John 8:39-59. In the provided pew Bibles, you can find that on page 1063. This is a continuation of Jesus' dialog with the Pharisees. In our verses last week, Jesus told them that true disciples would know the truth and the truth would set them free. Remember, he was speaking about knowing him and being set free from slavery to sin. Well, the Pharisees did not think they were enslaved to anything. Because they were physical descendants of Abraham, they believed they were in right standing before God. In response, Jesus made it absolutely clear that they were not true sons but rather slaves. Jesus alluded to the fact that they had a different father. As I read, be listening for who their father truly was. Reading of John 8:39-59 Prayer I'm not proud of this, but when I was in elementary school, I often did not want to listen to my sister. And so, I would plug my ears and sometimes I would also say over and over "I can't hear you. I can't hear you." By the way, that had the side effect of irritating her. Honestly, it was very immature. I'm thankful for the Lord's work in my heart over time. But it is true that sometimes we just don't want to listen. We don't literally plug our ears, but we sometimes walk away or just dismiss everything that someone else says. We see that on display in public. Sometimes, people walk out of speeches on purpose like at college graduations. Other times, people heckle to distract the speaker and prevent other people from hearing. Honestly, those tactics say more about the people protesting than the one speaking. Well, in our verses today, it's as if the Pharisees had their ears plugged. They did not want to listen to anything that Jesus said. Jesus even pointed that out to them. Look at verse 43. He said, "you cannot bear to hear my words." And at the end of verse 47, Jesus said, "The reason why you do not hear them is that you are not of God." That's pretty intense. Really, this whole dialog, as you heard, is very intense. In fact, in the narrative arc of John's Gospel, chapter 8 is the climax of the verbal conflict between Jesus and the Jews. It began back in chapter 5 when Jesus healed a man on the Sabbath. It continued in chapter 6 when Jesus claimed to be the manna from heaven because he is the Son of God. It escalated in chapter 7 when Jesus declared that he was living water bringing eternal life. And now in chapter 8, Jesus and the Pharisees have come to this heated confrontation. To be sure, I'm not saying that these verses are the climax of the conflict. No, that will happen in the immediate lead-up to the cross. Rather, these verses are the climax of their interaction. And in the back and forth, we learn who is truly driving the Pharisees' anger and hate, and that is the devil himself. So, let's consider this text. We'll do that in three points this morning. 1. The Fight Over Fatherhood - you know, who is the Pharisees' real father and why? 2. The One Greater than Abraham - Jesus declares that he himself is God 3. The Triumph of Abraham's True Descendants - who are the true descendants of Abraham, and what benefit do they receive? That's where we are headed. 1. The Fight Over Fatherhood (8:39-50, 52) Again, #1, the Fight Over Fatherhood As you heard, Abraham is a central figure in the conflict. According to the Pharisees, because they were Abraham's physical offspring, they considered themselves God's people, with God as their ultimate father. But, as you heard, Jesus made very clear that they were not acting as true sons of Abraham. Jesus essentially gave them two reasons. ·      First, they were not doing the works that Abraham did. He said that right there in verse 39. Jesus then pointed to the Pharisees' desire to kill him. Their murderous desires betrayed Abraham. Abraham was a man of deep faith and he demonstrated that many times. He lived out his faith. Abraham responded to God's commands. Abraham's true spiritual children would not be acting like the Pharisees. ·      Second, not only were they not doing the works that Abraham did, but they were also not honoring God. The Pharisees were not listening to his word, as I mentioned earlier. They would not even consider that perhaps Jesus was the Messiah. Later in our text, Jesus made it absolutely clear that they were dishonoring God the Father by dishonoring him. That was very different from Abraham. Multiple times in Abraham's life, God spoke to him. Abraham humbled himself and listened to God and his word. Abraham lived out his faith by hearing God and believing. Now, just to be sure, Abraham was a sinner, but he sought the Lord by faith. The Pharisees, on the other hand, had no faith and no desire to seek the Lord. And for those reasons, Jesus declared that their true father was the devil. The Pharisees demonstrated through their lies and deceit and murderous hearts that they were not of Abraham, they were not of God, but rather, they were of the devil. In response, the Pharisees lashed out at Jesus. They questioned Jesus' origin. They told Jesus that he was a Samaritan, whom the Pharisees hated, and they accused Jesus of having a demon. Do you see how the conflict has reached new heights? A couple of times in the past, we've talked about how the Gospel of John is written like a play. Each chapter is like a new scene. You know, the curtain opens; the audience sees a new setting; we then witness Jesus speaking to different people. In each scene, Jesus reveals who he is in different ways. Well, for the apostle John's Jewish audience, every new scene challenged their understanding of God and Jesus and the purpose of their Jewish practices and beliefs. I want you to imagine that you are a Jew in the late first century. Imagine that you are hearing this for the first time. And imagine how shocking this interaction would have been. I mean, the tension had been escalating, but then Jesus drops the bomb in verse 44: "You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father's desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him." Think about how that would have come across. The Pharisees were the Jewish authorities. And yet, Jesus called them out as having the devil as their father. You see, the Apostle John was pressing against his readers' presuppositions and beliefs. He wanted them to re-evaluate everything. He wanted them to see that the very one at the center of it all is truly the promised One, the Son of God. John wanted them to know that there is no place for neutrality. Now, you may be sitting here, and you may be thinking, "Ok, but I don't live in the first century and I'm not Jewish. Why does this matter?" Let me try to answer that. In John's Gospel, the unbelieving Pharisees are the main antagonists. Really, they are the antagonists in all the Gospels. But their unbelief is representative of any and all outright rejection of Christ… back then and today. Not only do they not know God, they are hostile to him. They do not care to listen. Their hearts are full of murder and lies. Jesus is their enemy. They hate him and hate those that love him. On the outside, they are religious, but their religion is driven by the devil whose goal is to undermine the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Their opposition to Jesus is the same opposition to Jesus that we see in different ways today. We see that opposition in false religions. We see a similar rejection in the hearts of those opposed to God and opposed to truth and opposed to his standard of right and wrong. That includes those who present a perversion of who Jesus is or reject his divine or human nature. And it is all driven by the devil. You see, we are engaged in a cosmic battle of light versus darkness. It's a battle of the truth of God versus the lies and murders of the great enemy of faith. The hard thing for us is that we live in a time and place where the Christian ethic is still relatively strong. And so, we sometimes don't see the spiritual battle that is raging. In our culture, the light and darkness can sometimes appear to blend together to produce shades of grey. When that happens, it is harder to see and distinguish the light from the darkness. But what we learn in John 8 is that the dividing line is still there. Discerning right and wrong is still at the center of pursuing truth. Good and evil are no less real today than they were in the first century. The devil is still breathing his lies and spreading unbelief as he was in the hearts of these Pharisees. There are plenty of people today who outright reject Jesus, who reject God the Father, and who live a life opposed to him. They are like the Pharisees, unknowingly driven by the father of lies. The devil is at work all throughout the world, some places more than others. As the Scriptures say, he prowls around like a roaring lion seeking whom he can devour. We need to be aware that there is both God the Father, the father of truth and light and life, who gave his Son; and there is also the father of lies and murder, the devil himself. He hates God and hates the truth and he seeks to undermine Jesus and the Gospel. Now, there is no comparison in who has true authority and who will conquer the other in the end. That is the one true Father, but for now he has given the devil room to lie and deceive the world. 2. The One Greater than Abraham (8:53-59) Ok. That brings us to point #2 - The One Greater than Abraham. In these verses, Jesus makes absolutely clear who he truly is. It's unmistakable. Remember, the Pharisees were the ones who originally brought up Abraham. But then Jesus turned the tables on them. Because the Pharisees rejected him, Jesus made it very clear, as we considered, that they were not true descendants of Abraham. And part of Jesus' argument included his claim that he was the Son of God and that his Father was God the Father. And so, the Pharisees asked him in verse 53, "Are you greater than our father Abraham?" Jesus answered them and he said two things. And speaking of shocking statements, these two statements were scandalous. First, Jesus said to them that "Abraham rejoiced to see my day. He saw it and was glad." That's verse 56. And then second, Jesus said, "before Abraham was, I AM." Let's consider those two statements in order. First, Abraham rejoiced to see Jesus' day. The question is, what was the apostle John referring to? What was that day? Well, that question has been asked for centuries. The general consensus, which I agree with, is the day refers to the day that Isaac was born. You see, as we read earlier in Genesis 15, God promised to give Abraham a son. It seemed impossible, though, especially as Sarah aged, but yet God fulfilled his promise to Abraham. Do you remember what happened when Isaac was born? Abraham and Sarah laughed. It wasn't like the laughter before, when they were questioning God. Rather it was a joyful laughter of amazement. In fact, the name Isaac means "to laugh." The semantic range for the word "laugh" in Hebrew includes a joyous laughter. That's why I think that particular day is the one referred to in verse 56. Abraham saw God fulfill his promise in an amazing way. Abraham then rejoiced when Isaac was born. And he knew, as God had promised, that through Isaac, his offspring would be as numerous as the stars in the sky. He knew, as God also promised, that all the nations of the earth would be blessed through him. You see, the promise that God made to Abraham was the promise of a Messiah. Just like God gave Abraham and Sarah a son according to God's promise, so one of Abraham's descendants would be the promised Messiah. In that sense, Abraham saw Jesus' day and rejoiced. But when Jesus said that, it only further enraged the Pharisees. They said to him, "You are not yet fifty years old, and have you seen Abraham?” Which brings us to the second and even more shocking statement. Verse 58. Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I am.” "I AM." We've come across that statement multiple times now. Earlier in chapter 8, Jesus twice said, "I am he." In the Greek it is simply "I am" - "Ego Eimi." In the Hebrew it is Yahweh. Jesus was saying that as God the Son, he is the eternal God and he has always existed. Before Abraham was, I AM. It was yet another claim of divinity. Jesus was indeed greater than Abraham. Let's take a step back for a moment. You know, every Sunday, I try to connect our sermon text to some of John's overall themes. Really, it's helpful to see how each passage fits within the book as a whole. Well, one thing that God has been revealing in John is all the ways that Jesus has been fulfilling God's promises of old. For example, Jesus has been entering into the major Jewish institutions and he has been revealing that he is their ultimate fulfillment. ·      In chapter 2, Jesus turned water into wine at the wedding, revealing that he is the bridegroom who will cleanse his bride the church. ·      In the same chapter during the Passover, Jesus declared that he was the fulfillment of the temple. Do you remember that? ·      Chapter 5's setting was the Sabbath, another institution. Jesus demonstrated he was Lord of the Sabbath. ·      Chapter 7 and earlier in this chapter, Jesus revealed how he has fulfilled the Feast of Tabernacles as the living water and light of the world. Since most of us don't have a Jewish background, we don't naturally see those connections. But for John's original audience, each example has been expanding their understanding of who Jesus is and making the case that he is the true Messiah. Well, besides institutions, Jesus is also greater than the patriarchs and prophets of old. Back in chapter 6, Jesus revealed that he is the prophet that Moses promised. He revealed that he is greater than Moses. He is the true manna from heaven. Moses was held in great regard, but Jesus, as God the Son, is greater. And when we get to these verses on Abraham, it's similar. Abraham was the preeminent father of the Jewish people. Abraham was the one through whom God promised a people would come, as we already considered. And so, when Jesus said that before Abraham was, I am, it was a remarkable declaration of his preeminence as the God of all creation and over his people. Do you see how all these fulfillments are working together? They all reveal that Jesus is indeed the One in whom life and light is found. It's all an amazing revelation for us to grasp and believe. But, for the Pharisees, again, it was scandalous. Jesus had just declared that the devil, not Abraham, was their father, and now, he claimed that he is greater than Abraham. Look at verse 59. "So they picked up stones to throw at him." Of course, they did. They were enraged and furthermore, in their minds, Jesus had blasphemed God. Their response only confirmed that indeed the devil was their father. They could not stand for truth. They could only do what was in their nature as sons of the devil. They all the more rejected Jesus and sought to kill him. As they went to get stones, Jesus then slipped away into the crowd. As he has said before, it was not yet his time. But Jesus' time would come. You see, Chapter 8 accelerates the path to the cross. The day would soon come when Jesus would bring his fulfillment to completion. And in God's sovereignty, he would use the Pharisees (and others) to accomplish his plan. 3. The Triumph of Abraham's True Descendants (John 8:47, 51) Which brings us to #3. Point 3: The Triumph of Abraham's True Descendants. God's true sons and daughters will "not see death," but live. You know, in the order of the narrative, this point should really be point number 2. The reason that I put it last is because I wanted to end with encouragement. I did not want to end with the devil or the stones that they picked up. Rather, I wanted to end with the blessing of being a true descendant of Abraham. Now, I know that a couple of you here have Jewish roots, but the vast majority of us are Gentiles. We are the nations that have been grafted into Christ. It doesn't matter where you or your family is from, what nationality or ethnicity. It doesn't matter if you have some Jewish heritage or not. No, the only thing that matters is whether you are a true spiritual descendant of Abraham by faith. Look at verse 47. "Whoever is of God hears the words of God." Remember, the question is who their father is. And we learn that those who hear the words of God have God as their father. Those are the ones who are true descendants of Abraham - spiritual descendants by faith. What matters is believing in the Gospel - it is believing in who Jesus is and what he has accomplished. And when you do, then you are a true descendant of Abraham, a spiritual descendant by faith. In Romans 9, it says "It is not the children of the flesh who are the children of God, but the children of the promise are counted as offspring." Galatians 3 uses similar language. It says, "In Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. ...And if you are Christ's, then you are Abraham's offspring, heirs according to promise." If that is you, then you can say that Abraham is indeed your spiritual father, through faith… the promise to him of salvation is the promise for you. Let me say one more thing. You know, as we've gone through John's Gospel, we've come across several "truly, truly" statements. Each of those statements emphasizes an important truth. When Jesus uses the phrase "truly, truly", he is saying, "most assuredly I tell you this important truth" and he goes on. Well, in our verses today there are two "truly, truly" statements. One of them we've already considered. "Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I am." The other one is in verse 51. Look at it. Jesus said, "Truly, truly, I say to you, if anyone keeps my word, he will never see death." Those who truly hear Jesus, and truly believe in him, and demonstrate their faith by abiding in his word, "will never see death." No, the true descendants of Abraham will triumph with Jesus forever. As we've read over and over in John's Gospel, we will receive eternal life in him. You see, in the middle of this chapter of conflict, there is hope. At the very heart of these verses - where the Pharisees are called out as sons of the devil, and by the way, who are also destined to spend eternity apart from God - at the heart of these verses, there is a promise. And the promise is this: Those who believe in Jesus' word will overcome death. They will be with God forever. It is a hope and promise reserved for those truly of God, who are spiritual descendants of Abraham. It's for those who believe in Jesus as the I AM of God, the eternal God of the universe, the Son of God, who is greater than Abraham. So, may we not plug our ears like the Pharisees, but instead hear Jesus' words, for they are words of life. May we also see the reality of the devil… and know that he is the father of lies who sows darkness and opposes the truth of God. BUT, may we know that as true descendants of Abraham, we will be with Jesus forever.

Tim Soots August 9, 2026 Trinity Anglican Church Littleton, CO Trinitylittleton.com

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE:  Habakkuk 1–3; John 8 Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible, where we journey together through the pages of Scripture to discover the heart and life of God. On this August 6th episode, we delve into the powerful words of the prophet Habakkuk, wrestling with questions of suffering, justice, and God's plan in the midst of turmoil. We'll also explore John 8, where Jesus' radical mercy is on display as he offers forgiveness to a woman caught in adultery and powerfully declares himself the light of the world. Join Hunter, your Bible Reading Coach, for a time of spiritual reflection, encouragement, and prayer as we seek to encounter the living Word and remember the truth of God's deep love for each of us. TODAY'S DEVOTION: Who are you? That was the question so many demanded an answer for. The people who encountered Jesus—some were fearful of who he might be, others were threatened by his claims, and many simply could not see him for who he truly was. Sometimes it's not just a matter of not seeing, but of not being ready to listen to Jesus's answer to that deepest question. Sometimes lies—lies that fuel our fears, that feed our pride, that cast the face of God in the shadow of our own anxieties—keep us from receiving the healing that awaits us. Lies can blind our hearts, closing us off from the truth that is standing right before us. So what did God do, seeing humanity caught in the darkness of deceit and estrangement? He came. He came in love and showed us the way of love—self-giving, radically forgiving, co-suffering love. Jesus says, "When you have lifted up the Son of Man on the cross, then you will know that I am he… I do nothing on my own but only what the Father has taught me." When we look at the one lifted up on the cross, we see the answer to the question, "Who are you?" We see what the woman caught in adultery saw—the one who stoops into the dust of our shame and brokenness to write something new, the one who does not condemn but comes to save, for we were already condemned. We see the one who will take away the sin of the world, the one who has included us into the life he shares with the Father. When we see him, our hearts are invited to listen—to truly hear the answer. The prayer of my soul today is that I will hear Jesus's answer to the question, "Who are you?" That when I look at the cross, I will see love. Because that's who he is. That's the prayer that I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, for my daughters, and for my son. And that is the prayer that I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. 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John 8:12

Pastor Bill Vecchio

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Welcome to the 9th sermon in our series looking at personal encounters with Jesus as recorded in the gospel of John. The idea that God would become a human and “dwell among us” is an astounding thought. The God of the Bible did not remain hidden or removed or indifferent, He actually wrote Himself into the story and became one of His creation!? And when Jesus walked among us, He did not come as a king or a warrior or a leader, He came as a servant. He walked and talked and met with very real people in very real circumstances.  This summer at Refuge, we are going through the Gospel of John and meeting Jesus in these encounters with all kinds of people. We don't just want to know our opinions about Jesus, we want to know who He really was and how He interacted with people so that we can come to know Him better.

Many people respect Jesus. Even non-Christian religions acknowledge that he was enlightened, or a prophet, or a great moral teacher. But Jesus won't let us get away with that. To take Jesus seriously, and to receive the gift of salvation he offers us, we have to wrestle with his radical claims. In this message, Judah Helland, a lay preacher from Olalla, WA, unfolds the claims Jesus makes about himself in John 8, challenging us to wrestle with whether we're really willing to believe and obey them.

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In Episode 202, we explore John 8:48-59 and the most explosive declaration Jesus ever made. The crowd has been arguing with Jesus for chapters. They've called Him a Samaritan devil. They've accused Him of being demon-possessed. And then Jesus says something that ends the conversation entirely: "Before Abraham was even born, I AM." They pick up stones. Why? Because they understand exactly what He's saying. "I AM" is the name God gave Himself to Moses at the burning bush. It's the divine name that belongs to God alone. And Jesus is claiming it for Himself—not just saying He existed before Abraham, but making a far more radical claim: I AM. Present tense. Eternal. Uncreated. The same God who spoke to Moses, who called Abraham, who has been at work in the world since before time began. Through guided meditation, discover what makes this declaration so breathtaking. Jesus says: "Your father Abraham rejoiced as he looked forward to my coming. He saw it and was glad." The whole story of Scripture has been pointing toward this moment. Every sacrifice, every promise, every covenant—all of it pointing to Jesus. He has always been there. He has always been God. He is the I AM. This episode explores what it means that Jesus is not just a good teacher, not just a prophet, not just a moral example—but the eternal I AM, the God of Abraham, the One the whole story has been about. When you truly grasp this, it changes everything. It changes how you pray—you're not talking to a distant deity but to the eternal I AM who is always present. It changes how you face your circumstances—you're not facing them alone but with the One who holds all things together. It changes how you understand Scripture—every page is pointing to Him. It changes how you live—you're not following a philosophy but walking with the living God. Learn why the crowd's reaction—picking up stones—reveals the weight of what Jesus claimed. They couldn't bear it. But you can sit with it. You can let it change you. Discover a powerful contemplative practice for letting the name "I AM" become the anchor of your day—morning, midday, and afternoon—letting its weight settle over you as a declaration, an anchor, and a surrender. Experience the freedom that comes from knowing that the eternal I AM is present with you in every moment of your ordinary day, that He was before all things, holds all things together, and is the foundation everything else is built on.

Does Jesus' appeal to “two witnesses” in John 8 prove that the Father and the Son are two separate divine persons?During a heated exchange with the Pharisees, Jesus declared, “I am One who bears witness of Myself, and the Father who sent Me bears witness of Me” (John 8:18, NKJV). Because He was invoking an Old Testament legal standard requiring two witnesses, some Trinitarians argue that His words contradict Oneness theology.In this episode of Apostolic Life in the 21st Century, Dr. David K. Bernard examines the biblical, legal, and theological context of this challenging passage. He explains why Jesus appealed to the two-witness principle, how the Father testified concerning the Son, and how this exchange fits John's overall message about the identity of Jesus.Visit PentecostalPublishing.com to shop Dr. Bernard's full catalog of published works. Enter promo code DKB10 at checkout to save 10 percent on your order.If you enjoy this podcast, leave a five-star rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or your preferred podcast platform. We also appreciate it when you share Apostolic Life in the 21st Century with family and friends.

When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”…………Then Jesus cried out, “Whoever believes in me does not believe in me only, but in the one who sent me. The one who looks at me is seeing the one who sent me. I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness.

In Episode 201, we explore John 8:39-47 and one of Scripture's harshest passages. Jesus is speaking to people who claim to be God's children, descendants of Abraham, and He tells them they're actually children of the devil. It's shocking. It's confrontational. It's uncomfortable. But Jesus isn't being cruel—He's being clear about a fundamental spiritual principle. The crowd claims: "Our father is Abraham! God himself is our true Father!" But Jesus says: Look at what you're doing. Look at who you're imitating. You're trying to kill me. Abraham never did that. You're imitating your real father—and it's not Abraham. It's not God. Through guided meditation, discover the principle Jesus is laying out: Your spiritual father is revealed by who you imitate. If you imitate God, God is your father. If you imitate the devil, the devil is your father. It's not about what you claim. It's not about your heritage or your lineage or your religious credentials. It's about who you actually imitate—whose character you reflect, whose values you embody, whose actions you repeat. Jesus identifies the devil's character clearly: He's a murderer. He hates truth. He's a liar. He's the father of lies. So when the crowd rejects the truth Jesus is speaking—when they refuse to believe Him even though He's telling the truth—Jesus is saying: You're imitating the devil. You're reflecting his character. You're showing whose child you really are. This episode explores what Jesus identifies as the true test of spiritual identity: "Anyone who belongs to God listens gladly to the words of God." Not your heritage. Not your credentials. Not your claims. But this: Do you listen to God's words? Do you receive them? Do you let them reshape you? If you belong to God, you'll listen gladly. You'll be open. You'll receive. You'll believe. If you don't belong to God, you won't listen. You can't hear. You won't believe—not because the truth isn't clear, but because you're imitating someone else. Learn why the question isn't "Am I a good person?" or "Do I have the right beliefs?" or "Am I religious enough?" but rather "Who am I imitating? Whose character am I reflecting? Whose values am I embodying?" Discover how your spiritual father is revealed not by your words or your claims, but by your actions and your willingness to listen to and receive God's truth. Find practical steps for identifying where you're imitating the enemy—through lies, slander, rejection of truth, deception, or spreading darkness—and choosing instead to imitate God through truth, building others up, listening, and reflecting His character. Experience the freedom that comes from consciously choosing to be a child of God through imitating His character and listening gladly to His words.

What if the greatest danger isn't the sin we can see—but the stones we're willing to throw?In one of the most powerful encounters in the Gospels, religious leaders drag a woman caught in adultery before Jesus, demanding justice. But instead of joining the crowd, Jesus kneels in the dirt.Why?In this message, Sherri Richard explores John 8:1–11 and challenges us to examine our own hearts before condemning others. We discover that Jesus never ignores sin, but He also refuses to weaponize shame. He offers grace that transforms rather than condemnation that destroys.This message will challenge how you read Scripture, how you view people, and what it truly means to look like Jesus.

Guest Speaker: Ryley Heppner

John 8:12-30 - I AM the Light Our sermon text this morning is John 8:12-30. But before we get there, let me make a few comments. You may have noticed that we are skipping the last verse of chapter 7 through verse 11 of chapter 8. Your Bibles likely have a bracketed note that those are not in the earliest manuscripts. That is true, but rather than just quickly move on, let me provide a little more explanation. And I'll do that with 3 reasons why we're skipping them. And then 3 reasons not to be concerned about the New Testament's reliability. 1. The main reason we are skipping them is because those verses did not appear in manuscripts until the 5th century. In fact, in one branch of manuscripts found, they didn't appear until the 8th and 9th centuries. None of the earliest manuscripts of John's Gospel have them. 2. The story interrupts the flow of chapter 7 and 8. We've already seen that chapter 7 has been about evaluating Jesus' teaching and self-identity as the Son of God. We'll see that theme continue in our verses this morning. The verses in question are a little out of place. Furthermore, our verses today continue the context of the Feast of Booths, so they line up very well with chapter 7, but this interim passage does not. 3. And I think the most compelling. There are about 14 words or phrases that are not found anywhere else in John's Gospel or his letters. So, there are some significant stylistic differences in the disputed passage. It's likely not written by the apostle John. Now, I do believe that the account of the woman caught in adultery actually happened. I think it's likely a story that John or other disciples recounted. It's just that it is very unlikely to be a part of God's inspired Word. But let me say, if this is causing you to be concerned about the rest of the New Testament, let me put you at ease. 1. First, there are only 2 major sections of verses in the New Testament that are disputed. This one and a few paragraphs at the end of Mark's Gospel for similar reasons. 2. Second, it is amazing how consistent the rest of the New Testament manuscripts are. At Easter, I spent several minutes discussing the 5,800 manuscripts and just how consistent they are. 99.9 percent of the differences are minor - word order and spelling and none affect a core doctrine of faith. Also, a couple of years ago during our apologetics Sunday school class, we had a whole class talking through the veracity of the manuscripts. Our website has the recordings of those if you are interested. 3. Third, there is a big misconception that the New Testament was orally passed down. That is simply not true. In 2 Timothy 4:13, Paul requests his books and "above all" his parchments. They are very valuable to him. Many believe the parchments were copies of his letters. New Testament letters were copied at the time they were written. Similarly, the four Gospels were also copied almost immediately for the express purposes of distributing them. And let me say one more thing. Many of the New Testament manuscripts are in book form rather than a scroll. That book form is called a codex. And interestingly, some codexes were clearly transcribed for the public reading of Scripture. They were bigger with bigger writing. Other codexes were in a smaller personal form, like for a family or individual. Early Christians loved their books and preserved them well. So, be encouraged. Ok, let's now get into chapter 8 verses 12-30. You can find that on page 1062? of the pew Bible. Our reading includes the second of seven "I am" statements in the book of John. The first was in chapter 6. Jesus said, "I am the bread of life." And here he says, "I am the light of the world." As I read, listen for the phrase "I am." You'll hear it several times. Reading of John 8:12-30 and prayer. Last week, we considered how some aspects of the Feast of Tabernacles emphasized water. Remember that? Part of the ceremonies included recalling how God miraculously gave them water in the wilderness. We saw how Jesus keyed off of the theme of water when he called out for the people to come to him and drink. Well, water was only one aspect of the Feast. Light was another. This annual festival happened somewhere between late-September and mid-October. Just like we experience, the daylight hours were getting shorter and shorter. And at the end of every day of the feast, the priests would light four massive oil filled candelabra. These were elaborate bowls which had about 27 gallons of oil and had dozens of cloth wicks drawing from the oil. The four candelabra were elevated on very tall pedestals and spread out in the largest courtyard of the temple. The pedestals towered above the temple walls. After sunset, young Levites would climb ladders and light every single wick in each of the bowl. For the boys here, can you imagine how fun that would be? I'm sure it was the highlight of the year for them. Well, all the flames produced a massive amount of light. Remember, the temple area was elevated. And furthermore, the city of Jerusalem sloped up the western hill from the temple. So, from much of the city you could see these tall pedestals. The light was cast all throughout the city. Let me read a short description from the Jewish Mishna about this. It says "The light from the candelabra was so bright that there was not a courtyard in Jerusalem that was not illuminated from the light." Even thought it was night, it was bright. Now, look at verse 20. We learn that Jesus was speaking in part of the temple area called the treasury. Well, the treasury was right there. The treasury was where alms were donated, and it was in the same large courtyard with these elevated bowls of fire. So, Jesus was right there, teaching. We're not told what time of day it was when he spoke these words, but think about the context and listen again. Verse 12, "Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, 'I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.'" It was clear and it was understandable. And the people could visualize it based on what they were experiencing that week. And really, I think everything in this passage in some way ties back to those opening words in verse 12. "I AM the light of the world" So, let's get into what Jesus says here. We'll do that in three points. 1. I AM the Light of Life 2. I AM the True Witness and Judge 3. I AM the Savior (repeat) 1. I AM the Light of Life As we get into #1, let me make one more connection to the feast of Tabernacles. As you may recall, this festival was a remembrance of what God had done for the Israelites in the wilderness. That is why God directed them to make temporary booths and live in them for the week. God had provided for them as they journeyed. Similarly, the water ceremony recalled God's provision of water from the rock that Moses was commanded to strike. Well, the light ceremony was a reminder of God leading them in the wilderness through a pillar of cloud during the day and a pillar of fire at night. The lights at the festival symbolized God and how he miraculously led them. So when Jesus said, "I am the Light of the World," he was claiming that he was the very God whose presence was with them in the wilderness and who led them. That's why he said, "whoever follows me will not walk in darkness." You see, it was all connected to the light of Yahweh, the Covenant God. He guided the people and protected the people. He was the light of life for them. Jesus was saying, I am he. Isaiah 60 would also have come to mind to them. It's where Yahweh declares that he is the light. Much of that chapter is about the light, and in verse 19, the prophet Isaiah wrote, "the Lord will be your everlasting light, and your God will be your glory." So, not only was Jesus saying he was the light, but in doing so, he was claiming to be the God himself. Another shocking thing about Jesus' statement was that not only is he a light for the Jews, but he is the light for the entire world. As you can imagine, Jesus' claim in verse 12 deeply disturbed the Pharisees. But as Jesus dialoged with them, it got even more disturbing. Jesus continued making unmistakable claims that he is God. In fact, right after saying he is the light of life, he also said, "I am from above." And he goes on to claim that he will return there, you know, to heaven. Now, the Pharisees at first didn't understand. It didn't make sense to them. They could not grasp what Jesus meant. But if he wasn't clear enough, Jesus then made absolutely clear what he meant. And it is captured in Jesus' "I AM statements."   Before we read, I asked you to listen for the phrase "I am." Did you hear it all throughout? Jesus said, I am the light of the world. I am the light of life. I am the one. I am from above. I am not of this world. Well, there are two "I AM" statements that I want to especially point out. Look at verse 24. Jesus said, "I told you that you would die in your sins, for unless you believe that I am he you will die in your sins." I am He. That same phrase is also there in verse 28. "I am he." In the Greek, however, there is no pronoun. It's just "I am." It's "Ego Eimi." We've come across this now in John, I think, 3 times. We're going to come across it again in a couple of weeks. It is a direct reference to the Hebrew "Yahweh." Jesus could not have been clearer with them. I am the light of the world because I am Yahweh. I am God. I am the creator God, the redeemer God, the God of Israel and indeed the God of the world. You know, as we have made our way through the Gospel of John, we have been given an increasingly clear description of Jesus in his divine nature. He is the light of the world and the light of life, because he is the eternal God of heaven and earth. He came from heaven to be a light of life, and he will return to heaven calling the world to follow him out of darkness and sin. He is THE light. 2. I AM the True Witness and Judge Point 2. I AM the True Witness and Judge. As the I AM of God, the eternal light, Jesus is true in his witness and true in his judgment. As you think about the analogy of light, one of the things light does is it exposes. It exposes what is false. It reveals what is right and true. When a bright light is shining, the darkness cannot overcome it. The light of God reveals truth in the darkness. These Pharisees who were dialoging with Jesus hated him. They wanted to kill him. Why? Because Jesus was exposing them. One of the things they did was to try to corner him by undermining his credibility. We saw a similar thing a couple of chapters ago. In the law, two witnesses were required for any testimony. That's what they were referring to in verse 17. But Jesus was only one and added to that, he was a self-witness. In response, Jesus pointed out that they were judging according to the flesh. They were blind to the light. They could not see or judge correctly. Jesus, on the other hand, does not judge like them. Jesus said, "I judge no one." Do you see that phrase in verse 15? I believe the best understanding is to see his statement as saying he does not judge according to the flesh, unlike them. No, his judgments are true. Why? Because he and God the Father judge rightly. The Father is the second witness that confirms Jesus' testimony. In fact, all throughout these verses, Jesus makes very clear theological statements about his relationship with and unity with God the Father. Let me just very briefly highlight them: ·      First, Jesus as God the Son shares the same true judgment with the Father (verse 16). ·      Second, the Father bears witness that Jesus is his Son (verse 18). ·      Third, Jesus shares the truth and authority of the Father as God the Son (verses 26 and 28). ·      And fourth, they are one together. The Father is with Jesus (verse 29). The summary is that Jesus is the true light because he shares the truth and authority of God. He is united with the Father. They are indeed one. Not only are their judgments right and true, but they are truth. That is part of the point of the I AM statements all throughout. I AM the light. Jesus does not say, "I display the light." No, "I AM the light." Jesus embodies truth and righteous judgment because he is the I AM of God, united with the Father. Really, the contrast in these verses is between the truth of Jesus as God and the rejection of that truth by the Pharisees. Even though they were asking for more witnesses, they were not really looking for a reason to believe. No, they just want to undermine the truth and light of Jesus. Really, they want to arrest him and have him killed. I think this is our fourth sermon in a row that has included something about judgment. You know, how do we judge Jesus and ourselves rightly? So, I don't want to belabor the point. Clearly, John's target audience struggled with judging Jesus correctly. For us, we have all the Gospel accounts, and we have the witness of the apostles in their letters. We have the testimony of the early church and their unity on Jesus' identity as divine and human. The question, I think for us, is, will we bear witness about Jesus' testimony and identity? Will we defend the truth of who Jesus is and his unity with the Father? We are to be true witnesses to the true witness and judge, Jesus Christ. He IS the truth and he IS the light of the world. So, may we reveal his light. 3. I AM the Savior Which bring us to #3. I AM the Savior. Jesus makes very clear that the consequences of not following and believing in him are dire. In fact, Jesus tells the Pharisees multiple times that they will not be going to where he is going. Why? Because they know neither him nor the Father. They are from below and not above, verse 23. They are of this world, caught in the lies of darkness and the self-deception of sin. They do not believe in the light. They are not walking in the light. No, they are bound by their sin and unbelief. Let me illustrate where they're at with a very familiar experience in the south. This time of year is the season for roaches. We sometimes try to be polite and call them palmetto bugs, but we all know what they really are. The worst ones are the flying ones, right. Well, what happens at night when you suddenly turn on your deck lights? All the roaches scatter away. They cannot stand the light. They hate it. They hide in the shadows until the light turns off. The Pharisees who were there hated the light. And Jesus was clear about the consequence of rejecting the light. Verse 21. "He said to them again, “I am going away, and you will seek me, and you will die in your sin." They were blind to their darkened hearts. [Slower] Ephesians 2 describes their state, "And you were dead in the trespasses and sins in which you once walked, following the course of this world…" and one verse later… "and were by nature children of wrath, like the rest of mankind." As Romans 3 reveals, all have sinned and have fallen short of the glory of God. You see, our sin separates us from God. And the consequence of sin is death. Even more, the consequence of our sin is the eternal punishment of hell. To be sure, Jesus does not refer to hell in these verses, but make no mistake, he speaks of hell often and clearly. Many times, referring to it as the lake of fire where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. Well, the Pharisees were not listening, and so in John 8:24, Jesus again reiterated what he said… but this time he gave them hope. Look at verse 24. "I told you that you would die in your sins, for unless you believe [believe what?] that I am he [ego eimi] you will die in your sins." You see, God's grace and mercy were freely offered to them. So, were they to believe, they would not die in their sins. When Jesus said, "I am the light of life," he was revealing that he not only shines his light on the darkness out there, but he shines his light on our hearts so that we can see him and turn believe. Let me go back to Ephesians 2. It continues, "But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ—[for] by grace you have been saved— [and listen to this] and raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus" When Jesus told the Pharisees that they could not go with him because of their unbelief, implied is that those who do believe and come to the light will be brought with Jesus to where he is going. And where will he take us? As Ephesians says, those who are saved will be raised up with him and seated with him in the heavenly places. You know, these verses are full of contrasts. That is one of the hallmarks of John. Light and darkness. Life and death. Above and below. So, let me summarize our passage this way: Those who follow the light, will have the light of life, and will join the light of the world forever. But those who reject the light, will walk in darkness and will die in their sins apart from the light forever. Conclusion As we come to a close, let's look at one more thing in these verses, and it is a foreshadowing of what is to come. In fact, it foreshadows the Pharisees' role in Jesus' death. It's there in verse 28. Jesus said to them, “When you have lifted up the Son of Man, then you will know that I am he." They will partake in Jesus' crucifixion on the cross. He will be lifted up. That's another one of John's favorite phrases. He will be lifted up on the cross. He will be lifted up from the grave and then lifted up as he returns to heaven displaying his full glory as God the Son. And when that happens, then they will know, as it says, that he is truly the I AM of God. Yahweh. And beloved, that has happened. Jesus has been lifted up. He has returned to where he came from. And now his light, the light of the Gospel, is shining all over the world. It is exposing sin and evil and revealing truth. It is turning darkened hearts to hearts of light. It is shining to the ends of the earth. Jesus is the light of the world. And his light will continue to shine for eternity. We read from Revelation 21 earlier in the service. The new Jerusalem that is to come has no need for the light of the sun or moon. The light in the new Jerusalem will not be like the lights at the Feast of Tabernacles. As illuminating as those candelabra were to the people in Jerusalem, it will be nothing like the light in the new Jerusalem to come. And what is that light? It is the light of the glory of God, as Revelation says, and "its lamp IS the Lamb. By [his] light will the nations walk….. and its gates will never be shut by day—and there will be no night there." No night. No sin, no darkness, no evil. For the light of the world, the I AM of God, Jesus Christ himself, will be its light. May we all believe and follow Christ, the light of life.

Pastor Jeff Sparks explores the transition from being a mere observer of faith to becoming a committed disciple of Jesus. Drawing from a recent mission trip to North Macedonia, he illustrates how believers must move beyond verbal declarations to demonstrate Christ's love through their actions, especially in challenging environments. He concentrates on John 8:30-37, outlining four critical markers of spiritual growth: declaration, demonstration, diagnosis, and deliverance. He emphasizes that true freedom is found not in personal autonomy, but in abiding in the word of God and allowing it to transform one's heart. Ultimately, he calls listeners to stop living as spiritual tourists and instead join a critical mission of service and surrender. By acknowledging their internal bondages, believers are invited to experience the lasting liberation provided only by the Son of God.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram more info colonialkc.org

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john 8

Daily Morning Prayer (7/20/26): from Trinity Anglican Church (Connersville, IN) Psalms 102-103; Jeremiah 7; John 8; Metrical Psalm 39:1-41 Resolved to watch o'er all my ways, I kept my tongue, in awe; I curbed my hasty words wheu I the wicked prosp'rous saw. 2 Like one that's dumb I silent stood, and did my tongue refrain From good discourse; but that restraint increased my inward pain. 3 My heart did glow, which working thoughts did hot and restless make; And warm reflections fanned the fire, till thus at length I spake: 4 Lord, let me know my term of days, how soon my life will end; The num'rous train of ills disclose, which this frail state attend,If you find this ministry edifying, please consider making a one-time donation or becoming a regular contributor here: https://trinityconnersville.com/give/To read along, visit: https://ie.dailyoffice1662.com/To sing along with the Brady and Tate Metrical Psalter, visit: https://www.friendsofsabbath.org/cgmusic.com/workshop/newver_frame.htmTo own a Bible, visit: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/product/kjv-center-column-reference-bible-with-apocrypha/

Pastor Mark Stockeland

2026.07.19 VBS 2026 - John 8:12 by Pastor Stephen Woodard

What is the significance of Jesus saying, “Before Abraham was, I am!”? What is the meaning of John 8:58?

In today's episode, Jesus continues conversing with the self-righteous Pharisees about his identity. He has told that them that he is the light of the world and has claimed that the Father has sent him. Some of those present believe in him, and today, he tells them that if they trust in him the truth will set them free. Confused, they press Jesus for answers, saying that their father is Abraham and they aren't enslaved. Jesus responds by saying that their father is not Abraham, but the devil. That doesn't go well, and they accuse him of having a demon. Jesus concludes by making a bold claim of divinity , saying that “…before Abraham was, I AM.” :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by the Christian Standard Biblefacebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org

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The earliest manuscripts do not include the account in verses 1-11 about the adulteress who was forgiven by Jesus, and for several reasons (which you can look up later) it is probably not original to John. It's likely that a well-meaning scribe added the account at a later time, and while it interrupts the flow of John's work, it's not a big deal because it doesn't really change anything about our understanding of Christ's person, work, or teaching. The rest of our reading includes Christ's self-revelation as the light of the world, and a prediction about his departure to go to the one who sent him. :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by the Christian Standard Biblefacebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org

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