Sermons on John
Credibility – Fruit of the Spirit
As Part 3 of the Litmus Test series, this week’s message “Credibility” offers a good standard for determining what it looks like for us to follow Jesus. What proof or evidence is there that someone is truly a follower of Jesus? The “fruit of the spirit” offers some helpful guidance. Key Scriptures: John 15:5-8 (NLT), Galatians 5:22-23 (NLT)
See Deeply. Be Deeply Seen.
How do you want to see? How do you want to be seen? Let’s start 2020 by choosing to see and be seen the ways they are intended. Key Scripture: John 9:1-3, 6-16, 35-41 (NLT)
God Save Me
Key text: Acts 2:21 (AMP), John 5:5-9 (AMP)
Why Do I Need Jesus?
Key text: Jeremiah 31:31-33, John 1:12-13
Receive the Holy Spirit
Everyone needs down time. Everyone needs rest. Everyone wants relaxation. Everyone wishes life could be easier. Summer recreation is only a small part of the answer. The Holy Spirit offers us Re-Creation. Are you ready for God-life to FILL yours? We invite you to seek the re-energizing Spirit-wind Jesus had, for your tired sails.
Introducing Pastor Chris Bryant
Newly appointed Senior Pastor, Chris Bryant, shares his first message at RUMC. Chris shares part of his personal journey and ultimately dives into what it really means to follow Jesus rather than just believe in him. Key text: John 21:15-19
Bearing Fruit
When we abide in Jesus, the True Vine, and allow God to guide our growth, we produce an abundance of fruit that demonstrates our connectedness to Jesus. While many of us want to skip to this step, the reality is that bearing much fruit requires commitment and diligence that is life-long and healthy. Key Text: John 15:8-11
Preventing Soul Rot
Abiding in Jesus requires being deeply connected to the vine. By our own selfishness or even though circumstances, rot can creep in on us. Left unchecked or unaddressed, this rot can cause lasting damage. If we don’t deal with the rot, God addresses the rot in us through His direct action. However, abiding in Jesus comes with an incredible promise: whatever you ask from Jesus will be done for you. Key text: John 15:6-7
Trusting the Vinedresser
Abiding in Jesus means that we are subject to the care and control of the Vinedresser. As a good vine is pruned and shaped, we submit to God and trust the wisdom of God through it all. Trusting the Vinedresser means that we receive the goodness and nourishment of our connection with Jesus, and it means we allow God to guide our growth. Key Text: John 15:2-3
Connecting to the Vine
While our culture pushes independence and self-sufficiency, the life that Jesus sets for us is one of sacrifice and surrender. Using a very detailed visual example, Jesus explains that God is the Vinedresser, Jesus is the Vine, and we are the branches. Being a follower of Jesus means that we choose to abide and remain in Jesus. Key Text: John 15:1,4-5 Images of Connections Click for larger image and description.