Sermons from Seven Mile Road Church in Waltham

In this sermon, Pastor Kevin looks at John 15:18-16:4 & 16:16-33 -- looking at Jesus' words on persecution. As we approach the end of the Farewell Discourse (Chapters 14-16), Jesus tells his disciples not to be surprised by the world's opposition to the gospel. Those who follow a hated and crucified Savior will likewise be opposed by the world. Yet we need not fear such opposition. Though tribulation is our lot, we can take heart because He has overcome the world.

In this sermon Pastor Justin Gottlieb looks at John 15:1-17. Do you ever feel like living the Christian life is difficult and burdensome? Trying to live for Jesus in our own strength is a sure way to burn out and grow discouraged. In this passage, Jesus teaches us that he is the source of power for a life of obedient joy. Abide in Christ and you will bear much fruit and experience full joy.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at John 14 and 16. The reality of Jesus' departure has set in and it feels like the ground beneath them has given way. Into their despair, Jesus speaks three words of hope.

In this sermon, Pastor Kevin walks through John 14:1-14. The disciples are confused and discouraged. They are processing the news that Jesus will soon be betrayed, denied, and will depart from them. Jesus encourages them with the promise of future blessing for those who believe in him. The reality of heaven, intimacy with the Father, and promised power of the Spirit are guaranteed blessings for those who believe in Jesus.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at John 13. Here Jesus gives the foundational command for the Christian life - love as Christ has loved you. In this passage, we see an example of such love as Jesus humbly washes the feet of his disciples. Such love is contrasted by Judas who leaves to betray Jesus. Will we be defined by the sacrificial love of Christ that serves others and holds out the gospel to a watching world? Or will we, like Judas, be consumed with self, rejecting the love of Christ?

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at John 12:37-50. How could people who witnessed so many miracles of Jesus still reject him? In this passage, Jesus quotes the Old Testament prophet Isaiah to show that this unbelief is a part of God's sovereign plan in the gospel. Yet even here, Jesus holds out the hope of eternal life for all who believe in him.

In this sermon, Pastor Kevin looks John 12:20-36. In this passage, Jesus anticipates his impending death on the cross, now just days away. His teaching shows us how the cross secures eternal life, glorifies the Father, and defeats the enemy. The cross is the greatest demonstration of God's love for sinners.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at John 11:45 - 12:19. As Jesus' public ministry begins to come to an end, we see a number of different responses to his work and teaching. Some are excited about Jesus, but only in a seemingly external way without true commitment. Others are vehemently opposed to Jesus and seek to destroy him. Some value him above all else and believe in him. As we walk thru these different responses, we're forced to ask ourselves - how do we respond to Jesus?

In this sermon, Pastor Kevin looks at John 11:44. Jesus intentionally delays instead of helping or healing his sick friend, Lazarus so that he may display his glory and strengthen the faith of his friends. In the face of sorrow and death Jesus declares himself to be the resurrection and the life. Death is the last enemy and Jesus will soon deal the final blow.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at John 10:1-42. In this passage, we read of two more "I am" statements of Jesus. "I am the good shepherd" and "I am the door." Jesus uses imagery that is central to the heritage of Israel to show that he is the promised Messiah; the shepherd-leader of God's people. Just as sheep return to their shepherd through the door of the sheep-fold, those who believe in Jesus enter into a loving, protective relationship with God.