Cave Spring Baptist Church

From John 19 we see that Jesus bore his own cross willingly, fulfilled the promise of scripture, and died as the true King in order to complete the work of salvation on the cross.

From John 19:1-16 we learn that Jesus overcame our shame. Enduring suffering and humiliation on our behalf, he reversed the curse of sin and shame on the cross.

As Jesus goes on trial in John 18:28-40, we learn that there are three kingdoms that seek to capture the affections and loyalty of our hearts: the kingdom of religion, the kingdom of the world, and the kingdom of Christ.

Preaching from John 18, Vince Oliveri reminds us, that like Peter, we are flawed and broken disciples who need a perfect Savior.

Even in the times where we are betrayed, we have a Savior who identifies with us. Preaching from John 18, Pastor Jesse Furey, reminds us of the cosmic battle that happened as Jesus was betrayed by one of his own disciples.

We see that God's glory was the first thing for which Jesus prayed in John 17. Deep and lasting change start when we behold the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

From John 17:6-19 we learn that in his last hours Jesus prayed that God would keep his disciples faithful, grant them joy, make them holy, and send them on mission.

Preaching from John 17, Pastor Pete calls the church to cultivate unity in the gospel; a unity that is fueled by the abiding love of God, and practiced by those who have been changed by the gospel of Jesus Christ.

In John 17 we learn that, even knowing what he knew about his disciples, Jesus prayed for perfect unity among his disciples and all who would believe the gospel because of their teaching.

Although sorrow and suffering are unavoidable on this side of Eden, Jesus tells his disciples that these will not compare with the joy and peace that are still to come on the other side of the cross.