St. John's Denver

Known as the "Love Chapter," Paul describes love as the greatest virtue, surpassing even faith and hope. This passage challenges us to embody a selfless, enduring love that reflects God’s character. 

The parable of the Prodigal Son reveals the boundless grace of God, showing that no matter how far we stray, God eagerly welcomes us back. It also highlights the challenge of accepting this grace, especially for those who consider themselves righteous. 

Jesus calls Levi, a tax collector, to follow Him, demonstrating that God's call extends to those society deems unworthy. His willingness to eat with sinners challenges religious norms and redefines who needs salvation.

Jesus calls his disciples. In the third part, he calls them “fishers of men.” In our discipleship to Jesus, He wants us to do as He did. Jesus’ words apply not only to the disciples but also to us. Following Jesus means doing the things that He has done. As we learn to follow Jesus, His love will flow through us to other people.

Jesus calls his disciples. In the second part, he tells them, “I will make you…” In our discipleship to Jesus, He is the one forming us. Jesus’ words apply not only to the disciples but also to us. Following Jesus means taking on the things that He Himself has done. As we learn to follow Jesus, we must re-prioritize our lives so Christ lives in us.

As we enter into a new season, we are reminded that Jesus gives us a renewed outlook on life. Jesus says He is the way, the truth, and the life. This series will embark on living as Renewed followers of Jesus as we are called to Be With Jesus, Become Like Jesus, and Do as He Did.

Jesus has control over the chaotic waters. Jesus has control over our chaotic lives. When Jesus calls us to follow after him, it's a step of faith for us to trust in Him. There will come a time when Jesus returns to make all things right, and we will be in eternity with him, sitting beside still waters of his grace and mercy. Until then, we are called to walk with him through the chaos of life.

God uses ordinary things for extraordinary miracles. Through water, God heals people through the water and His word. His healing is our testimony to His power!

We often forget about God's provision for our lives and doubt his presence and power. Just like the Israelites, we ask, "Is the Lord among us or not?" However, Christ is the spiritual Rock that provides for us Living Water. Because God is faithful, we are called to be faithful to Him, our Rock and our Living Well. Just as Moses strikes the rock which provides water, Christ himself was stricken as blood and water seeps from his side, offering for us nourishment and salvation forever.

Throughout the Scriptures, people meet each other at a well and find a love that is faithful and true. However, Jesus gives a woman a restored relationship when He meets her at a well. This love is more than romantic, more than familial, and more beautiful than any relationship we can imagine. Jesus provides what we often are looking for when He offers us living water that truly satisfies.