Two men stood in the same house for four days, wore the same clothes of mourning, and watched the same dead man come out of the grave, so how does one of them believe on Him and the other go his way to the Pharisees? Read the council's own words in verse 47 and ask whether a man who grants every miracle has therefore believed on Him. Ask why their first fear in verse 48 is not the Romans but their place, and what it costs a man to have the Word of God. But some of them went their ways to the Pharisees, and told them what things Jesus had done.

Pastor Mike continues in our study of John's Gospel with John 11:1-16. This Bible Study examines the raising of Lazarus in John 11 as the pivotal seventh sign demonstrating Jesus' divine identity and authority over death. The preacher emphasizes that Jesus intentionally delayed his arrival to ensure Lazarus was fully dead, thereby removing any doubt about the miracle's supernatural nature and highlighting God's glory. By recounting previous miracles and the intimate relationship between Jesus and Mary, Martha, and Lazarus, the text underscores that these events serve to confirm Jesus as the Christ and Son of God. The message calls listeners to recognize this deity through faith, warning against rationalizing sin and urging a personal response to the Gospel. Ultimately, the sermon presents the miracle not merely as an act of compassion but as a theological proof intended to lead believers to everlasting life in Christ.

This message from Pastor's sermon series "The Gospel According to John" was delivered during our Sunday morning service on June 28, 2026. The text being expounded is John 2:1-11. To learn more about Tabernacle or access more resources, visit https://www.tabernaclebaptistchurch.com/.

The Pool of Bethesda 1. The miracle Jesus performed 2. The opposition Jesus faced 3. The instruction Jesus gave

This sermon examines the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, contrasting the crowd's political expectations with His role as a humble spiritual savior. Listen along as Pastor Gable highlights how Jesus fulfilled Old Testament prophecies by riding a donkey, thereby redefining the nature of kingship and salvation away from earthly power toward spiritual redemption. Four distinct responses to this event are analyzed: the clamoring crowd seeking physical relief, the delayed disciples who initially lacked understanding, the excited evangelists bearing witness to miracles, and the angry antagonists rejecting His authority. The message urges believers to recognize the imminent return of Christ and to avoid the pitfalls of misplaced expectations or spiritual slumber. Ultimately, the congregation is called to act as faithful witnesses, sharing their personal experiences of salvation despite potential opposition.

Brian's sermon explores the theological significance of Jesus' transfiguration, revealing his divine glory to Peter, James, and John as a confirmation of his identity and mission. It contrasts this radiant majesty with the necessary suffering of the cross, emphasizing that true discipleship involves denying oneself and following Christ through hardship. The preacher argues that believers are called to reflect this heavenly glory in their daily lives by eliminating sin, engaging in charitable works, and proclaiming the gospel. This active witness serves as a testimony to the world while preparing Christians for the ultimate revelation of Christ's kingdom. Ultimately, the message encourages perseverance in faith, promising eternal reward for those who remain faithful amidst temporal struggles.

📖 John 9:13-17 — They put Jesus on trial. He wasn't even in the room. And a beggar with no name, no training, and no scroll ended up preaching the sermon. This expository preaching series through John 9 arrives at one of the most striking courtroom scenes in Scripture. The Pharisees have the scriptures, the best seats, the training, the temple, and the Sabbath — and they're arguing in the dark. The blind beggar has nothing. No degree. No standing. Not even a name worth recording. And he out confesses every scholar in the room. The more he spoke, the more he saw. This message traces one of the most stunning typological contrasts in the Bible: two pairs of human eyes opened. In Genesis 3, the serpent promised light — and the whole human race ran for the dark. In John 9, Jesus says nothing at all — and a blind man runs toward God. Adam opened his eyes and lost the garden. The beggar opened his eyes and found the gardener. The second Adam undoing what the first Adam did. The spit that defiles in Jesus's hands heals. The dirt that blinds becomes the means of sight. That is the gospel in a handful of mud — the despised thing, the low thing, the thing everybody else washes off — Jesus reaches for it and makes it the means of sight. And blind religion, with all its training and tradition, cannot handle what one opened pair of eyes can see. This verse-by-verse exposition of John 9:13-17 walks through the text explaining: • Why the Pharisees went after the calendar instead of the miracle • The charge: breaking the Sabbath by doing the one work that proves he is the God the Sabbath was set apart for • Seven miracles Jesus performs on the Sabbath — and why he chose that day

The resurrection of Lazarus, a miraculous demonstration of Jesus' divine power, serves as a profound illustration of the central tension in human response to God: overwhelming evidence met with persistent unbelief. While many witnessed the miracle and believed, others—driven by fear, self-interest, and a desire to maintain their status—rejected the truth, even as they acknowledged the signs. This unbelief, rooted not in lack of evidence but in the heart's resistance to surrendering control, mirrors the spiritual condition of those today who, despite the historical reality of Christ's resurrection, refuse to place their faith in Him. Jesus' withdrawal from public ministry after this event underscores a sobering truth: when people persistently reject God's conviction, He may ultimately grant them their desire—freedom from His presence—leading to spiritual hardening. The urgent call is clear: the 'accepted time' and 'day of salvation' are now, and the choice to believe, to surrender, or to walk away must be made in the present, for delay risks eternal separation from the very One who offers life.

This message from the ministry of the Sovereign Outreach 4 Grace was from the SO4G - River of Life Sermon Series Collection, as part of the Evangelistic Outreach Ministry of the Sovereign Outreach 4 Grace in Paintsville, Kentucky. The message title was delivered by Brother, Drew Carson at the River of Life Baptist Church (SBC) in Piney Flats, Tennessee. This sermon title was, 'The Miracle with the Woman at the Well,' the main text used was taken from the New Testament book of John 4:1-18, as well as various other texts.

The Gospel of John contains 7 signs that Jesus gave to His disciples and Israel. All "signs" are "miracles" but not all "miracles" are "signs". These "signs" Jesus gave all pointed to Him. Remember John 4:48 "Then said Jesus unto him, Except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe." Most of them are only in John. Notice how they progressed from Joy to eternal life. You will read John much differently once you see what Jesus did.