Journey Church

There is a confrontation in the temple. A woman caught in bed with a man who was not her husband is shamed publically. Jesus responds. Following this Jesus continues teaching. He talks about the movement of light. He speaks of being in relationship with God. He describes what it looks like when you are one of his followers. A contrast emerges between certainty and faith.

Jesus is harassed by his brothers. He is steady. He wait for the opportune moment. The opportune moment is on the last day of the Feast of Tabernacles. At the most dramatic moment in the festivities he stands center stage and boldly proclaims that He is God’s son, and that if one is thirsty enough, they can find wholeness and satisfaction in Him.

Jesus is miraculously resourceful as he hosts a meal for 15,000 people.

He then pulls his followers from hang out, and puts them in a boat, and sends them into a storm. Some hours later, he miraculously surfs the waves without a board over to their boat and rescues them. The crowd that Jesus has avoided continues to pursue him, and Jesus brings freedom into focus by talking about bread.

Jesus ignores social decorum and engages a divorced woman in deep conversation. He reveals that worship is less about physical location and more about a state of mind. Jesus explains that the gospel is both inclusive and accessible. This continual display carries into the life of a government official, and the healing of his son.

Late night conversation about re-orientation with influential leader. Description of true spirituality. Jesus explains that mankind is on death row and needs to be rescued and awakened by the light. Jealousy of John’s followers. John the Prophet’s awareness of who is playing what role.

Jesus first miracle.  Interesting exchange with his mother.  Jesus violently and dramatically clearing out a bazaar.  Jesus discernment when it comes to the hearts of others.

Introduction to the book of John.  The Word as Trinity and conduit of creation.  Jesus and his cousin John the Prophet.  Jesus baptism and calling of His first apprentices.

Serving-to love and care for others, and to recognize in them the heart of God.

For many of us, fathers have a huge role in shaping who we are today. For some there is much to be valued from that experience. For others, the love of God as a Father may be the only father experience. What does it look like to call God, Father?