Chris Wall • John 1:35-42

Andrew was the first disciple to turn to Jesus. He was quick to tell those closest to him what he had seen and heard. After meeting Jesus, Andrew's eyes were opened to who Jesus really was. Jesus was the living Son of God. His life was so transformed, he immediately brought his brother to meet Jesus. Here is an interesting fact about Andrew: Whenever you find Andrew referenced in John’s gospel, he is bringing someone to Jesus. He brings his brother in this passage. He brings the lad with the loaves and fishes in John 6:8. He brings the Greeks who wanted to see Jesus in John 12. When it comes to Andrew, we have no record of him preaching sermons, but we do see him living his life and sharing his testimony one-on-one. Andrew is the best “MY ONE” seeker we see in Scripture. Every follower of Christ is called to notice people and live as a passionate witness for Christ. Our witness should be most effective among the people we know the most. Do you have a “My ONE”? How are you engaging them? Is there anything hindering your witness for Christ? What barriers do you need to overcome?

Chris Wall • John 1:19-34

John the Baptist was the physical forerunner of the Messiah. In response to this curiosity, the religious leaders sent out a group of priests fishing for information on the unique work unfolding before their eyes. John’s life was changed and his message can be summarized in this remarkable statement: “Here is the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world! Jesus is the Lamb of God who became the worthy sacrifice for your sin and mine. Our guilt no longer remains which enables us to live free from the power and penalty of sin. The Holy Spirit rests on us because the moment you trusted Christ He rests on you and in you. Let’s learn from John’s life and John’s message.

Chris Wall • John 1:1-18

In fact, Jesus is God’s last Word to mankind (Hebrews 1:1-3). According to John, Jesus is the eternal Word. He is the creative Word, and he is the incarnate Word. As the living Word, Jesus entered the world as God in the flesh. He lived an incomparable life resulting in his death and resurrection, proving He was divine. This incarnate revelation of God is an important theme in this gospel pointing to the fullness of grace and the availability of salvation to everyone who would come to the point of repentance.

Chris Wall • John 20:30-31

Have you noticed that the most convincing followers of Jesus are those who are most convinced about Jesus? The gospel of John was written by John the Apostle. He was a man who was convinced about Jesus which led to a convincing life and ministry. John was one of the Sons of Thunder. That could have been a description of John’s personal passion or a description of two boys with a passionate mother. We know that John and his mom were present with Jesus all the way through the crucifixion. It is noteworthy that John walked closely with Jesus before and after His resurrection. As we begin our study of the book of John, let’s rub shoulders with this man who was both convinced and convincing about Christ.

Chris Wall

Chris Wall • 1 Timothy 3:16

Beyond all question, the mystery from which true godliness springs is great: He appeared in the flesh, was vindicated by the Spirit,was seen by angels, was preached among the nations, was believed on in the world, was taken up in glory.

Chris Wall • Ephesians 3:14-21

The Definition of ad·vent [ad-vent] noun
1. a coming into place, view, or being; arrival: the advent of the holiday season.
2. the coming of Christ into the world.
3. the period beginning four Sundays before Christmas, observed in
commemoration of the coming of Christ into the world.
4. Second Coming.

Advent during Christmas reveals the breadth, length, height, and depth of Christ’s love
for you and for me. When Christ entered the world, the love of God came to dwell
among us ultimately indwelling us. The prayer of Paul in Ephesians 3 is uniquely
beautiful enabling the love of God that surpasses knowledge to become actually
knowable. We often hear the words: Jesus Loves Me. This Christmas, I pray you come to
know the Love of Christ in a personal way.

Chris Wall • Romans 5:1-11

The Definition of ad·vent [ad-vent] noun
1. a coming into place, view, or being; arrival: the advent of the holiday season.
2. the coming of Christ into the world.
3. the period beginning four Sundays before Christmas, observed in
commemoration of the coming of Christ into the world.
4. Second Coming.

The Christmas season shows us how God is present with us bringing lasting PEACE
through thick and thin, highs and lows, good times and bad. When Christ entered the
world, He brought a personal and lasting peace to every believer walking them through
every circumstance. Romans 5:1-11 reveals the incredible benefit that came to us
because Christ entered the world offering the gift of lasting PEACE.

Chris Wall • Romans 1:8-17

The Definition of ad·vent [ad-vent] noun
1. a coming into place, view, or being; arrival: the advent of the holiday season.
2. the coming of Christ into the world.
3. the period beginning four Sundays before Christmas, observed in commemoration
of the coming of Christ into the world.
4. Second Coming.
The Christmas season shows us how God is present with us bringing lasting HOPE
through His people.

Chris Wall • Matthew 16:13-20

It is the unity of the church that helps the world recognize Christ is Lord
(John 17). It is the gathered church where the only hope for the nations is found
(Matthew 28). It is the gathered church the gates of hell will not defeat (Matthew 16).
It is the church where Jesus builds a living body put into action impacting society (1 Corinthians 12).