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Spencer Davis preaches through John 1:6-13. Spencer is a pastor of Red Oak Church.
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https://square.link/u/UHRU92rp - Donate HereToday's reading takes us to John 1, where the eternal Word steps into creation with light and life. The God who is the fountain of life in Psalm 36 has made Himself known personally in Jesus Christ. The Word became flesh and dwelt among us—He tabernacled with His people, revealing the Father perfectly.John 1 reminds us that Jesus is the Word, the Life, the Light, the Son, the Lamb, the Messiah, the King of Israel, and the Son of Man. He is the true meeting place between heaven and earth, the One who takes away sin and calls us to come, see, follow, and remain. So today, read John 1 and ask the Lord not merely to let you visit His presence, but to teach you to abide there.
Receive, believe, become. Three words from John 1:12 that lay out how a person actually becomes a child of God — and the order matters more than most of us realize. In this episode of the Root Issues Podcast, we sit with one verse and talk about what it means to receive Christ, what believing in His name actually involves, and why becoming is something you're given rather than something you achieve.
This week Derek Brown spoke on. How we serve a God whose wisdom is infinite, yet we so easily fall into the trap of carrying life's heaviest decisions on our own. Break this cycle with fresh insights from John 1:12-13.
In this week's message, Pastor Sean teaches through 2 John 1:7–13, warning us about the importance of staying grounded in the truth of Christ. The message challenges us to be careful about what we allow to influence our faith and to recognize teachings that lead us away from who Jesus is. Pastor Sean emphasizes that standing firm in the truth requires both discernment and faithfulness, while continuing to show Christlike love to others. It's a timely reminder to guard what we believe, remain faithful to Jesus, and not allow anything to pull us away from the truth of the Gospel.
John 1:1-2 | Christ is the eternal, fully divine Son who is distinct from yet one in essence with the Father, and He alone makes God known and provides the way to eternal life.Believe and Live: An Exposition of the Gospel of John | Michael Crosswhite
As John the Baptist contemplated Jesus it had a transformative impact on how John saw Himself. Today, we discover that as we behold the Lamb of God (Jesus) He transforms our sense of identity. Let's discover how together.
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Send us a message!We celebrate the 500th episode by reading John's greatest hits across the Gospel of John, 1 John, and Revelation. We connect the Word made flesh to new birth, honest confession, and a future where God's light ends the night. • John's prologue and Jesus as the eternal Word and light • Nicodemus, being born from above, and the Spirit's wind-like work • John 3:16 in context, love that saves rather than condemns • God as light, walking in truth, and confession that leads to cleansing • Revelation's new city, water of life, tree of life, and Jesus' closing promise At outloudbible.com, you can find free resources to help you study the Bible. And while you're there, send us a message to say hi, or start a conversation about having us at your church or event. If Outloud Bible has been a valuable part of your understanding of the Bible, please consider supporting the ministry by visiting outloudbible.com.Support the showCheck out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.
As we begin our look at 2 John, Pastor Sean teaches through 2 John 1:1–6, focusing on the connection between truth and love in the life of a believer. The message reminds us that genuine Christian love is rooted in the truth of who Jesus is and is demonstrated through the way we live and follow His commands. Pastor Sean emphasizes that love and obedience are not separate parts of our faith, but work together as we walk faithfully with Christ. It's an encouraging reminder that following Jesus means knowing His truth, living it out, and loving others well.
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In this episode of The Leader's Notebook (Ep. 325), I invite you to listen beyond the words of the New Testament epistles and hear the voices of the men who wrote them. From James and Jude, the half-brothers of Jesus, to John, the beloved disciple, and Simon Peter, the bold apostle transformed by grace, these letters reveal not only doctrine but deeply personal encounters with Christ. Their writings are shaped by what they saw, what they lived, and how Jesus changed them. We will explore practical faith in James, authentic worship in Jude, abiding love in John's letters, and the powerful testimony of Peter, who never forgot witnessing Christ's transfiguration. These epistles remind us that Christianity is not merely belief—it is a living relationship with the risen Son of God. As we hear the hearts behind these sacred letters, we are challenged to ask ourselves: What has convinced us that Jesus is truly Lord, and what truth are we building our lives upon?- Dr. Mark Rutland Chapters (00:00:03) - The Leaders Notebook(00:00:26) - Congratulations! Travis Rutland Launches a Podcast(00:01:59) - The Epistles(00:04:40) - The Letters of James, John, and Peter(00:05:52) - James the Half Brother and the Letter of James(00:13:55) - Jude the Book of Preaching(00:15:52) - 3 Letters of John(00:22:35) - John's Letters to His People(00:24:35) - Simon Peter(00:27:46) - The Last Epistle of Peter(00:34:31) - The Book of Revelation
John 1:18 appears differently across modern Bible translations. Some read “God the only Son,” while the King James Version reads “the only begotten Son.” What accounts for this variation, and does the original Greek text identify Jesus as “God the Son”?Dr. David K. Bernard examines the manuscript evidence behind John 1:18 and explains how textual criticism helps scholars evaluate variant readings. He also discusses the reliability of the biblical text, why he believes the traditional reading best reflects John's original wording, and how the passage supports the biblical revelation of Jesus Christ.Apostolic Life in the 21st Century is the podcast where Dr. David K. Bernard answers your questions about what the Bible teaches and how those teachings apply to everyday life.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.
We all have people, passions, and things we care deeply about. The Book of John invites us to take that question a step further: Who has the highest place in your life?For more updates, go to https://eden.church/fireGET CONNECTED + PRAYERNew to EDEN? We'd love to pray for you, too! Let us know at https://eden.church/connectLEARN ABOUT EDEN CHURCHEDEN is a startup church in Silicon Valley. Learn more at https://eden.churchFIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFB:https://www.facebook.com/edenthechurchIG:https://www.instagram.com/edenthechurch/GIVE TODAYhttps://eden.church/give
Who is Jesus?John doesn't begin his Gospel with Bethlehem, a manger, or even the ministry of Jesus. He takes us all the way back to the beginning.“In the beginning was the Word…”Before creation, Jesus was there. He is the Word. He is the Light. He is the Creator. And the incredible news of the Gospel is that the eternal God stepped into His creation and dwelt among us.In week one of COME AND SEE, we open John 1:1–18 and begin answering the most important question we could ever ask: Who is Jesus?Come and see.We'd love for you to subscribe to our channel and turn on notifications to get updates on our latest content and resources that will help more people know Jesus and people know Jesus more.GIVE : We believe that generosity is golden. Freely we have received and so freely we give back to God. If you would like to give to support the work Jesus is doing here please visit: https://www.elevatecc.church/give.Elevate City Church is a Jesus Over Everything Church that launched in the Atlanta Perimeter area on October 4th, 2020.Jesus Over Everything.Give us a follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatecity.church/Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevatecc.churchPodcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3H8BBrEFWxGKsTF8wPSvrn?si=epcQMMrmQIiTpeXEnyxMOQPodcast on itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/elevate-city-church/id1536637567Visit our website for more information about who we are as a church and how you can get involved.https://www.elevatecc.church/home
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How do we come to know an infinite God? Are facts and ideas enough to satisfy our souls, or is knowing God more like knowing a friend? John's Gospel tells us the divine became flesh in Jesus. Maybe God is still revealed in tangible ways today through Scripture, around a table of fellowship, in ordinary moments, and even in times of great difficulty. Join us for Part Two of The High Ground sermon series as we step back to discover what it means to become A Place to Know God.
Truth & Love | The Second Letter of John | Pastor Michael Kennedy
To be amazed is to encounter something so impressive, unexpected, or extraordinary that it shifts your focus entirely. As we contemplate Jesus we should be amazed.
James helps us understand what it looks like to live in light of our relationship with Jesus.
Message from Joel Abraham on 08/08/2026
Does loving someone mean accepting everything they do? And if you believe someone is headed in the wrong direction, is it loving to tell them, or is that just judgment?In this episode, Josiah looks at the way Jesus actually treated people and explores something our culture often struggles to hold together: grace and truth. Jesus showed extraordinary compassion to people who were rejected, judged, and misunderstood, but He also wasn't afraid to tell people things they didn't want to hear. According to Jesus, genuine love requires both.
The opening of John's Gospel answers some of the biggest questions about who Jesus is and why He came. Jesus is identified as the Word, the full revelation of God, who existed before creation and through whom all things were made. He entered the world as the true light, yet the world did not recognize Him. To all who receive Him, He gives the right to become children of God, regardless of background or past. The Word became flesh and dwelt among us, making the presence of God accessible to everyone. Jesus is not one path among many but the source of all light, life, and truth. If you want to know what God is like, look at Jesus.Support the show
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Am I in darkness? It's a question most of us ask quietly, usually when we're unsure who we are or where our life is actually headed. In this episode of the Root Issues Podcast, we open the first verses of John 1 and talk about what Scripture says about identity, life, and light — and why the darkness never gets the final word.John begins his gospel not with a birth story but with a claim about who Jesus is from the very beginning: the Word, the source of life, and the light of men. That has direct consequences for how you understand yourself. If life and light come from Him, then your identity isn't something you build, perform for, or lose in a hard season — it's something you receive.We work through the questions a lot of people carry but rarely say out loud: How do I know if I'm walking in darkness? Why does my sense of identity keep shifting? And what does it actually mean that the light shines in the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it?
The "Bible (Fenton) NT 04, 23, 01, 02" presents a modern English rendition of key New Testament texts, including the books of John, 1 John, Matthew, and Mark, as translated by Ferrar Fenton. This version aims to make the timeless teachings and narratives of Christianity accessible to contemporary listeners, emphasizing clarity and understanding. The themes of faith, love, and redemption resonate profoundly, inviting reflection on their relevance in today's world. By engaging with these foundational texts, listeners can explore the enduring messages that have shaped spiritual thought and practice for centuries, making this audiobook a valuable resource for both study and inspiration.
Erik Jones discusses 2 John 1:7-8—“For many deceivers have gone out into the world who do not confess Jesus Christ as coming in the flesh. This is a deceiver and an antichrist. Look to yourselves, that we do not lose those things we have worked for, but that we may receive a full reward.”
We live in a world filled with competing voices, opinions, and ideas about what is true. Every belief we embrace shapes the way we live, and the wrong beliefs can keep us from the life God wants for us.For more updates, go to https://eden.church/fireGET CONNECTED + PRAYERNew to EDEN? We'd love to pray for you, too! Let us know at https://eden.church/connectLEARN ABOUT EDEN CHURCHEDEN is a startup church in Silicon Valley. Learn more at https://eden.churchFIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFB:https://www.facebook.com/edenthechurchIG:https://www.instagram.com/edenthechurch/GIVE TODAYhttps://eden.church/give
An unhurried daily meditation using the Bible, prayer, and reflection led by Pastor Jon Ciccarelli, Discipleship Pastor of Crosswalk Church in Redlands, CA, and Director of Discipleship for Crosswalk Global.If you are enjoying the podcast please go to Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify and share your rating and a review as your input will help bring awareness of this discipleship resource to more listeners around the world.To learn more about The Crosswalk Center for Christian Formation & Discipleship go to https://crosswalkvillage.com/abide-homePlease feel free to reach out to us at jon@crosswalkvillage.com any time with your comments and questions. Thanks and blessings!
Can you define and defend the doctrine of the Trinity without slipping into heresy? Pastor Jim Osman puts that challenge to the congregation in this exposition of John 1:1 and selected Scriptures.Osman lays out a working definition of the Trinity, that within the one being of God there exist eternally three co-equal and co-eternal persons, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, then breaks that definition into three pillars. There is only one God. There are three divine persons. Those persons are co-equal and co-eternal. Deny any one of the three, Osman shows, and you land in a specific heresy, polytheism, modalism, or subordinationism.Working carefully through John 1:1 and 2, Osman traces the Greek behind John's language to show that the Word both existed eternally with God and was Himself fully God, distinct in person yet one in essence. He warns against every popular analogy for the Trinity, the egg, the water, the three roles of a single man, showing why each one actually illustrates a heresy rather than the truth.This sermon gives listeners the vocabulary and the biblical grounding to speak accurately about who God is, and sets up next week's look at what the Trinity means for worship, prayer, and assurance. ★ Support this podcast ★
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Can you define and defend the doctrine of the Trinity without slipping into heresy? Pastor Jim Osman puts that challenge to the congregation in this exposition of John 1:1 and selected Scriptures.Osman lays out a working definition of the Trinity, that within the one being of God there exist eternally three co-equal and co-eternal persons, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, then breaks that definition into three pillars. There is only one God. There are three divine persons. Those persons are co-equal and co-eternal. Deny any one of the three, Osman shows, and you land in a specific heresy, polytheism, modalism, or subordinationism.Working carefully through John 1:1 and 2, Osman traces the Greek behind John's language to show that the Word both existed eternally with God and was Himself fully God, distinct in person yet one in essence. He warns against every popular analogy for the Trinity, the egg, the water, the three roles of a single man, showing why each one actually illustrates a heresy rather than the truth.This sermon gives listeners the vocabulary and the biblical grounding to speak accurately about who God is, and sets up next week's look at what the Trinity means for worship, prayer, and assurance. ★ Support this podcast ★
Today's Bible Verse:"The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." — John 1:5 Darkness is something we all experience. It may come through grief, uncertainty, fear, loneliness, or seasons when God feels distant. In those moments, it's easy to wonder if the darkness will ever lift. But John 1:5 offers a powerful promise: the light of Christ continues to shine, and no darkness can ever overcome it. John begins his Gospel by introducing Jesus as the true Light of the world. His light is more than a source of comfort—it is the very presence of God breaking into a broken world. Through Jesus, we find hope in despair, truth in confusion, and life where there was once only darkness. Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ Looking for a peaceful way to end your day? Listen to "Your Nightly Scripture" to end your day with God's word Meet Today’s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel
Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 60–62; John 1 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 for July 30th, 2025. Join Hunter, your Bible reading coach, as we journey together through Isaiah chapters 60 to 62 and John chapter 1. In today's episode, we'll encounter powerful themes of light overcoming darkness, God's promise of restoration and joy for His people, and the calling of the first disciples as they seek—and find—what their hearts long for. As Hunter guides us through scripture and reflection, we're invited to consider: What are we truly looking for, and how might God be finding us in every season, whether it's a time of upheaval or new beginnings? Settle your heart for a time of prayer, scripture, and encouragement as we remember that in all circumstances, God's presence is with us, and we are deeply loved. TODAY'S DEVOTION: We tend to find the things that we're looking for. It's a truth about life, and it's a truth that echoes throughout the scriptures we read today. The Pharisees went out to the desert searching for answers, but their searching wasn't about finding the Messiah—they were securing and protecting their own interests. They found what they were looking for, but they missed who they should have seen. John the Baptist, in contrast, was looking for someone, the One. And the disciples, too—so eager for the Messiah spoken of by Moses and the prophets—found what their hearts longed for. If you follow after this One, if you keep your eyes on Him, you're going to see things far beyond anything you ever anticipated. Jesus told Nathanael that because he believed, he'd see even greater things: heaven opened, angels ascending and descending on the Son of Man—the very stairway between heaven and earth. What if that's what your soul most deeply longs for? The connection, the hope, the forgiveness—everything written in your spirit—answered in Him? And here's the beautiful twist: just as you find Him, He finds you. He saw Andrew trailing behind, He saw Simon—right into him, through him, to the identity and destiny Simon had not yet seen for himself. He renamed him, reimagined him. He called Nathanael a man of integrity before Nathanael knew what was happening. When you look for Him, believe in Him, you'll see more than you expected. You'll be seen. You'll be known. You'll be given new life, new identity, new destiny. He is looking for you, friend. Sometimes we fear being truly seen, but in Jesus, to be seen is to be named and loved and changed. That's what it means to follow Him into life. That's my prayer for myself today: that I would keep my eyes on Jesus, find what I'm truly looking for, and be changed. It's my prayer for my family—my daughters, my son—and it is my prayer 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. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ. Amen. OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation. Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.There was a man sent from God whose name was John. He came as a witness to testify concerning that light, so that through him all might believe. He himself was not the light; he came only as a witness to the light.
Send us Fan MailDepression doesn't just hurt, it isolates, and it often convinces men to stay silent because “I should be able to handle this.” We start with one sharp line of Scripture, John 1:5, and let it speak directly to the places we try to hide: “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” If you've been carrying heaviness in secret, this is your reminder that darkness is real, but it does not get the last word.We're going to be at the Nashville Men's Conference on August 8th. We also have our first west coast Lion event called Man Camp in Utah on September 25-27. Head over to https://thelionwithin.us/events/ to learn more and we'd love to see you there! There are seasons in life where God can feel painfully quiet. Prayers seem unanswered, direction feels unclear, and the silence itself can slowly begin to shape how we view Him, ourselves, and the future ahead. If this resonates you may enjoy this plan that just released on the Bible App. To dive into this 5-day plan check it out here https://thelionwithin.us/devotional/im-just-a-guy-silent/It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.
An unhurried daily meditation using the Bible, prayer, and reflection led by Pastor Jon Ciccarelli, Discipleship Pastor of Crosswalk Church in Redlands, CA, and Director of Discipleship for Crosswalk Global.If you are enjoying the podcast please go to Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify and share your rating and a review as your input will help bring awareness of this discipleship resource to more listeners around the world.To learn more about The Crosswalk Center for Christian Formation & Discipleship go to https://crosswalkvillage.com/abide-homePlease feel free to reach out to us at jon@crosswalkvillage.com any time with your comments and questions. Thanks and blessings!
This episode originally aired on November 21, 2022. We've learned a lot about Jesus as we've journeyed through the book of John during Season 1, but if we don't do something with it, then it hasn't really been helpful information. In this season wrap-up episode, Ken and Mike discuss different ways that will help you put into practice what we've learned about and from Jesus. The major themes from John chapters 1-21 they discuss are dependence, witness, and the statements of come and see, come and drink, and come and dine. The discussion is focused on summarizing major themes from John with practical and tangible ways for someone to start implementing these themes into their life today.Support the show
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In week six of The Story We're In, we arrive at the turning point of the Bible's story: Jesus, the Word made flesh, who draws near to restore what sin has broken. Through the stories of Jairus and the woman who had been suffering for twelve years, we see that God restores through His presence, His power, and His peace. No matter where your story feels fractured, the good news is that Jesus is still re-storying lives—and He invites us to carry His restoring presence to the world around us.Check out the sermon wherever you stream podcasts or at bridge.tv/sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue our God given mission, click here: http://bit.ly/2NZkdrCSupport the show
Today we dive back into John 1:1, but since the Jehovah's Witnesses who come to your door often have pre-memorized speeches about the verse, we need to be prepared. There are a whole range of ingenious interpretations of the first verse of John's Gospel that have been suggested down through the centuries by those who rejected, for one reason or another, the over-all message of the Gospel of John. We will be looking at a range of these objections today so that we will be ready to "give an answer" when the opportunity arises.