John 17
Name: Amanda Jewell
Subject: John 17 Takeaways
Message: John 17 — Main Takeaways
John 17 is often called Jesus’ High Priestly Prayer. Jesus prays for Himself, His disciples, and all future believers—including us.
1. Jesus knew His purpose and was ready to surrender
“I have brought you glory on earth by finishing the work you gave me to do.” — John 17:4
Jesus knew the cross was ahead, yet He focused on faithfully completing what the Father had given Him.
Takeaway: We don't have to understand everything ahead of us to be faithful with what God has placed in front of us today.
2. Knowing God is more than knowing about Him
“Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ.” — John 17:3
Eternal life is described as relationship with God, not simply information about God.
Takeaway: Christianity isn't merely knowing Scripture—it is knowing the Person Scripture reveals.
3. Jesus prayed for our protection
“Holy Father, protect them by the power of your name.” — John 17:11
Jesus knew His followers would face difficulty, temptation, and opposition. He didn't pray that they would be removed from the world, but that they would be protected while living in it.
Takeaway: You can be surrounded by difficult circumstances without being spiritually controlled by them.
4. Jesus prayed that we would be made holy by truth
“Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth.” — John 17:17
God's Word doesn't just inform us—it changes us. It exposes what needs to change and brings us into alignment with God's character.
Takeaway: Truth may convict us, but its purpose is transformation—not condemnation.
5. Jesus wants His followers to live differently from the world
Jesus says His disciples are “not of the world” even though they are sent into the world (John 17:14–18).
Takeaway: We aren't called to escape the world, but to represent Christ within it.
6. Jesus prayed for unity
“That all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you.” — John 17:21
Jesus' desire is that His people would reflect the unity He shares with the Father.
Takeaway: Our relationships with other believers should point people toward Jesus, not create division that distracts from Him.
7. Jesus wants us to know that we are loved
“You have loved them even as you have loved me.” — John 17:23
This is one of the most powerful truths in the chapter. Jesus wasn't only praying for His disciples' protection and holiness—He was praying that they would know the Father's love.
Takeaway: Your identity doesn't have to be built around whether another person chooses you, understands you, or validates you. You are already deeply loved by God.
John 16
The Second Greatest Gift from God
John Chapter 16
Joetta Kendall Braddock
Jesus has received omnipotent wisdom from his Father, and he knows that as soon as He’s gone, the disciples will question their own future paths. Without Him there physically to lead them: How are they to continue? What should they do? In Chapter 16, he deals with this issue and promises a solution that is a gift to the world.
In Verse 1, Jesus starts with a strong message to his disciples in one simple sentence. “All this I have told you so that you will not fall away.” (NIV) Then He goes on to warn them that there will be very difficult times ahead for them. First there will be grief for Him. Then there will be religious bans from synagogues, social rejections, physical abuses, and even murders from others who believe they’re working in the name of God. These persecutors are reminiscent of Saul before his conversion to Christ. He points out that they will suffer for Him, but if he doesn’t leave, the next gift, the Advocate, cannot follow him. The Advocate is the Holy Spirit. He then encourages them to not give up serving His Father and Him as He prepares them for the arrival of the Holy Spirit, which will help them to continue His work.
He says in Verse 8, “When he comes, he will prove the world to be wrong about sin and righteousness and judgement.” In other words, the work of the Lord is to continue, but now it’s in the hands of man, but still be guided by the Father through this divinity in the Holy Spirit. It will live only in the hearts of believers and guide only them to live and act in a manner that is holy and righteous.
In verse 11, he warns the disciples that the prince of this earth (which we know as Satan) is already condemned. This is to bolster the disciples' courage as they go ahead with the ministry for righteousness. But we need to always remember this verse for our own lives. We need to learn to always let the Holy Spirit guide us because It speaks with the wisdom from the father, and we are merely men and women of the world. Without the guidance of the Holy Spirit, it is impossible to completely avoid the “prince of the world”.
Weirsby explains the hierarchy of the kingdom of God. He explains that God is Righteousness itself and serves as the Judge of sin. Jesus is the “second in command” to God as his mediator and He sits at the Right Side of the Father. He came to earth to teach his Father’s way and His Righteousness, and reverse the sin that Adam committed, which he would soon do on the cross.
But He could not stay on Earth forever. He had work waiting with his Father. He was only one man and had to leave in order to send the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is not a vacuum, it needs a body. That body is the church of believers. Jesus came and laid the foundation for the church so that the Holy Spirit would have a place to reside and work. We know today that through the work done by the disciples, the Word spread and eventually surrounded the whole world.
The Holy Spirit teaches us that we cannot accuse or criticize how another person lives. Accusing is the job of the Holy Spirit. It's not our job. The Holy Spirit is here to guide us to reach the level of Righteousness by accusing us of OUR sins. We are only witnesses of the Righteousness of God, and our lives must bear out that truth as witnessed by our actions. When we follow that accusation and repair ourselves and the damage that we have done sinning, only then can others be led to righteousness by us. In Matthew 7:3 Jesus asked “Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?”
The Holy Spirit is our accuser of sin, Jesus is our mediator of sin, and God is the judge of it all. From this point of view, The Holy Spirit is the second greatest Gift that God has given us to defeat the “Prince of the World” as we witness for our God.
Name: Jay Husmann
Subject: John 16 - Need to Know Basis
Message: Jesus explains several things to the disciples, primary one being that begin to comprehend all that He is and doing but they will as time progresses and as needed. What they do need to understand is that it is for theirs and the world's long-term good, as it will bring the Holy Spirit, which will guide all as they turn to the LORD. That connection will continue to reveal more and more as we seek and are able, move from milk to meat, discipleship will continue as well as spread as we share with others
Name: Carla Craig
Subject: Inspiration (summary) from the 16th chapter of John
Message: John 16 is Jesus’ farewell sermon, emphasizing the coming of the Holy Spirit, the transformation of sorrow into joy, and the assurance of peace and guidance for His disciples.
John 16 offers a message of hope, guidance, and spiritual empowerment. Jesus prepares His disciples for the challenges ahead, assures them of the transformative work of the Holy Spirit, and promises that grief will turn to joy. The chapter encourages believers to trust in God’s presence, remain steadfast in faith, and embrace the comfort, guidance, and unity offered through the Spirit, even amid trials and persecution.
Name: Amanda Jewell
Subject: Sorrow can turn to joy
Message: John 16:20-22
1) our pain is real, but it doesn't have to be the end of the story. God can bring joy and purpose from seasons of sorrow.
2) Bring it to God John 16:22-28
Jesus invites us to bring our questions, needs,and burdens directly to the Father.
3) Peace in the middle of trouble John 16:33 Jesus never promised a life without trouble. He prom8sed that He has overcome the world. Our peace comes from knowing who holds us through trouble.
When you don't understand what God is doing, don't run from Him-Run toward Hm!
John 15
Name: Ashley Glenn
Text Area: John 15
Ashley Glenn
Jesus said to his disciples. I am the vine, the true vine, and the Father is the gardener. Every branch in me that does not produce fruit he removes. It explains how God continues to help us grow through him and how he will continue to cleanse and prune our lives over time. Even after we are saved God continues to show us what we need to cut away from us to live and abide by him. In order to bear fruit and be more fruitful in life we must remain in him, and him in us. We must try to cut ties or branches that do not serve God and better ourselves.
Verse 5-7 says. I am the vine and you're the branches. the one who remains in me and I in him produces much fruit because you can do nothing without me. If anyone does not remain in me, he is thrown aside like a branch and he withers. They gather them, throw them in the fire and they burn. If you remain in me and I in you, ask whatever you want of me and it will be done.
Verse 9-12 go onto say how to remain in Jesus and abide by his only command. Love one another as I have loved you. If your living by God’s word and abiding in him he says that his joy will live in you and your joy will be complete. I think we can all agree that we feel more joyful when we are following Jesus' lead. We are meant to go and bear fruit and abide by his command to love one another as he has loved us.
Verse 18. If the world hates you, understand they hated me first. Jesus explains how if we are of this world and not Christlike the world would accept us and love us as its own. But because we are not of the world and Jesus chose us! Even when it feels like the whole world is against us .There is peace and joy knowing God chose us. He called us his friend. He put in the work so we could not be guilty of sin . Even so, when you feel like the world is against you. Even when you feel like the world hates you. Jesus chose you, and Jesus loves you! And they hated him first!
Name: Jay Husmann
Subject: John 15 - Connection
Message: Everything has a power source, where it's energy and growth comes from. Without it, it becomes weak and eventually useless. The LORD is the ultimate and true source of all. We have multiple ways to stay connected, first foremost most importantly is directly through Jesus, the Holy Spirit. We have His Word, then our brothers and sisters in Christ, our church and community, fellow believers. We just have to make that conscious decision to turn to Him and commit to connecting to His Will
John 14
Name: William Gibbs
Subject: John 14
Message: Jesus addressed the disciples after Judas left. He told them not to be troubled because they believed in the Father and also in Him. He told them in My Father’s house are many mansions and He was going to prepare a place for them. He assured them He was coming again and they would be with Him. Thomas asked how would they know the way. Jesus replied I am the way the truth and the life and no one comes to the Father except by Me. Phillip asked Jesus to show them the Father. At this point it shows that some of the disciples didn't fully understand who Jesus was. This told me how much Jesus loved them by explaining who He really was. Another I am moment when He said I Am in the Father and He is in Me. He also said when He was gone that those who believed in Him would do greater works. Then came the promise of the Holy Spirit. He said He would not leave them comfort less and that the great Comforter would come after He left and returned to the Father. He told them if you love Me you will keep My commandments and the Father would love them. The words Jesus spoke came from the Father. By not keeping His commandments they were only not rejecting Him but also the Father. He told them peace I leave you not as the world knows but the peace we have in Jesus. He once again told them let not your heart be troubled because He was going back to the Father and also indicated that His time was at hand. It explained to me about the Trinity by that the Father was in Heaven and Jesus would return to Him and after His returned the Holy Spirit would come and dwell with believers. Three in one the Father Son and Holy Spirit.
Name: Jay Husmann
Subject: John 14 - Cards Laid on the Table
Message: Jesus identified and broke down the Trinity, explaining each aspect and role of the Almighty LORD. Key element is that God was, is, always will be with us
Holy Ground
John 13
John 13 by Cathye Bates
Now before the feast of the Passover Jesus knew his time had come to depart this world and go back to his Father. He loved his disciples and friends to the very end. Even the one who would betray him. Jesus knew the Father had given all things into his hands. He was come from God and went to God. After supper ended, the devil put into Judas' heart to betray Jesus.
Judas did not have a heart for Jesus. After supper Jesus took a basin of water and towel and began to wash the disciples feet and dry them. Foot washing had a great meaning in those days. Washing your feet didn't mean having clean feet. It was for you to walk holy each day in the Lord. "Salvation" is when you trust Jesus and ask him to come into your heart, it is a Spiritual cleansing. Washing our feet reminds us we still need " daily forgiveness" of our sins. Peter didn't want Jesus to wash his feet, but Jesus said " If I do not wash you, you have no part with Me.” Peter said, Lord wash my feet, hands, and head.
Jesus said, He that is washed need not to wash but his feet, to be clean. But not all of you are clean. For Jesus knew who would betray him. After washing their feet Jesus sat down again and said "do you know what I've done? You call me Master and Lord and I am. Do as I have done. The servant is not greater than he that sent him. Happy are you if you do this.
Jesus said I know whom I've chosen, but that the scriptures be fulfilled. He that eats bread with me has lifted up his heel against me. Jesus said whoever receives me, received the one who sent me. Jesus was trouble in his spirit and said one of you shall betray me. The disciples looked at each other, wondering who it was, but Judas knew. It was him. Then the disciple whom Jesus loved was leaning on him. Peter asked him to ask Jesus whom he spoke of.
He leaning on Jesus said, "who is it Lord"? He answered it is he whom I shall give a sop, when I have dipped it.
A dark shadow fell across the meal as Jesus dealt with Judas-the enemy, the traitor. Judas was not a true believer. He never believed in Jesus, He had not been bathed all over. How close a person comes to Salvation and yet be lost from Jesus forever. The other disciples didn't know Judas was an unbeliever. They trusted him. But Judas knew! When Jesus gave Judas the sop, I can see Jesus looking Judas in the eye and saying, "Go do it QUICKLY". Judas then received the sop and went out into the DARKNESS. Jesus said the Son of man is glorified, and God is glorified in Him. Jesus said I am leaving but you can't follow me. You are to love one another as I have love you. By this men will know you are my disciples.
Peter said Lord where are you going? Jesus said , where I go you can't follow me now; you shall follow me afterwards. Peter said, Lord why can't I follow you? I WILL LAY DOWN MY LIFE FOR YOU! Jesus said Before the cock crows three times you will deny that you know me. When Jesus was arrested Peter denied that he knew him three times. Then Peter heard the cock crow. He wept bitterly, but repented, and became one of the greatest disciples of Jesus after his death.
The end!
Challenge John 13-21
Third Challenge
September 13 John 13 Cathie Bates
September 20 John 14 Troy Gibbs
September 27 John 15 Ashley Glenn
October 4 John 16 Joetta
October 11 ONE DAY REVIVAL WITH GLENN PUTMAN
October 18 John 17 Betty Blackmon
October 25 John 18 Billy Craig
November 1 John 19 Carla Craig
November 8 John 20 Jay Hausmann
November 15 John 21 Brantly Shelton
Name: Jay Husmann
Subject: John 13 - It's Time
Message: As a parent raises a child, teaching them along the way, there comes a time for very specific life lessons and the turning over of responsibilities. Jesus discipled the Apostles during His entire ministry while speaking to the masses and confronting opposition. Now as He neared His time of returning to the Father, He got very specific and direct with them: My time is coming to an end and I need you to take over, this is what I need you to do. And as normal, He was aware they wouldn't fully get it, want to deny or run away from it but the confidence was there that they would see the light, come around and step up when it was time
John 12
Name: Ashley Glenn
Text Area: John 12
At this time, Jesus came to Bethany were they had a dinner for him and Lazarus who had just been raised from the dead. Mary showed her unwavering love and respect for Jesus as she washed and anointed his feet with a pound of perfume using her hair to wipe his feet. Judas, who was in charge of the money bag complained as to why she was doing so. He would have rather sold the expensive perfume (300 denarii, a years worth of wages) and given it to the poor even though he was a thief and would have taken some of the money for himself. Jesus spoke up for Mary and defended her saying " she has kept it for my burial. You will always have the poor but you will not always have me." Jesus knew what was coming.
The next day a large crowd gathered at the festival when they heard Jesus was coming. They were shocked that Jesus rose Lazarus from the dead and this was the reason many Jews were starting to believe in Jesus and what he was saying. That is when chief priest decided he was to kill Lazarus. As Jesus came into Jerusalem people are starting to see that prophecies are being fulfilled as Jesus found a young donkey and sat on it, just as it is written. "do not be afraid ,Daughter Zion. Look, your king is coming sitting on a donkey colt"
Not only the Jews but the Greeks were starting to believe and worship at the festival and the requested to see Jesus. That is when Jesus told them " the hour has come for the son of man to be glorified." Instead of disregarding what the Father has sent Jesus to do, Jesus stayed obedient and steady in what he was supposed to do. In verse 27 Jesus said " now my soul is troubled. what should I say- Father save me from this hour? But that is why I came to this hour. Father, glorify your name."
It reminds me of how we have to stay faithful and obedient in his word even when things are going against us and not working in our favor. There is always a bigger plan than the one we have on our own. Could you imagine the reaction from the crown as Jesus said, " Father I glorify your name" and a voice from heaven thundered " I HAVE GLORIFIED IT AND WILL GLORIFY IT AGAIN!" Even through all what Jesus knew he was about to face he reminded everyone that this was all for them and the light (himself) would only be with them a little longer. Verse 46 " I have come as light into the world so that everyone who believes in me would not remain in darkness."
Coming Next Week
John 11
Carla Craig
Subject: John Chapter 11
Message: Even in the darkest of moments, God is working for His glory and for our good. We must walk in faith, knowing that Jesus is the resurrection and the life, and that He will bring new life where there seems to be only death.
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Name: Jay Husmann
Subject: John 11 - Even Until the End
Message: Some of Jesus' best came as He nearing His own sacrifice for people that were persecuting Him. He gave a glimpse of the glory of the LORD through the raising of Lazarus, a strong encouragement to have faith in the Father. The flipping of the tables in the temple showed how serious this was. Reminded me of Tony, true and committed until the end
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Betty Blackmon
Lazarus of Bethany (brother of Mary and Martha) falls ill. The sisters send word to Jesus, who is nearby. Jesus responds that the illness is “for the glory of God, so that the Son of God may be glorified through it,” yet He deliberately stays two more days where He is. He then tells the disciples they will return to Judea (despite the recent threats against Him there). He explains that Lazarus has “fallen asleep” and He is going to awaken him; when the disciples misunderstand, He plainly states that Lazarus has died and that this delay is so they may believe. Thomas urges the others to go with Jesus, even if it means dying with Him.
When Jesus arrives, Lazarus has already been in the tomb four days. Many Jews have come to console Martha and Mary. Martha meets Jesus first and says that if He had been there her brother would not have died, yet she still believes God will grant whatever Jesus asks. Jesus declares, “Your brother will rise again,” and then makes the great “I am” statement: “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die.” Martha confesses that He is the Christ, the Son of God. Mary then comes, weeps, and repeats the same lament. Jesus is deeply moved and troubled; He weeps (the shortest verse in many English Bibles: “Jesus wept”). Some of the onlookers note His love for Lazarus; others wonder why He did not prevent the death.
At the tomb (a cave with a stone against it), Jesus commands that the stone be taken away. Martha objects because of the expected odor after four days, but Jesus reminds her that if she believes she will see the glory of God. After praying aloud to the Father (for the benefit of the crowd, so they may believe the Father sent Him), Jesus cries out with a loud voice, “Lazarus, come out.” The dead man emerges, still bound in burial cloths; Jesus instructs them to unbind him and let him go.
Many of the Jews who witnessed the miracle believe in Jesus. Others report it to the Pharisees. The chief priests and Pharisees convene the council, fearing that Jesus’ growing popularity will provoke Roman intervention and the loss of their place and nation. Caiaphas, the high priest that year, declares that it is better for one man to die for the people than for the whole nation to perish (unwittingly prophesying Jesus’ death for the nation and for the scattered children of God). From that day they plot to put Jesus to death. Jesus therefore no longer walks openly among the Jews but withdraws with His disciples to a region near the wilderness, to a town called Ephraim. As the Passover approaches, many go up to Jerusalem and look for Jesus; the chief priests and Pharisees give orders that anyone who knows His whereabouts should report it so they can arrest Him.
The chapter highlights Jesus’ love, His deliberate timing for God’s glory, His identity as the resurrection and the life, the reality of death and grief, the power of His word over death, and the intensifying opposition that will lead to the cross.
John 10
Name: Carla Craig
John Chapter 10
I am going to miss a lot of great points to this chapter, but here are a few…
• You are known and loved deeply by Jesus. So much that he not only laid down His life, He did so to torture, scorn and very real physical suffering.
• He invites us to follow Him into a life of purpose, peace, and abundance.
• We are secure in His care — He will never abandon you. You are valued and protected.
The use of “The Good Shepherd” is a metaphor for our relationship with Christ.
Jesus is not a “hireling” who runs at the first sign of danger but He as The Good Shepherd symbolizes commitment and sacrifice.
There are so many voices in this world and Jesus said that “His sheep hear His voice”, that they recognize it over all the other noise. The array of voices in our lives can drown out the call of the Good Shepherd; thus, studying this text can challenge us to refine our spiritual listening skills, reaffirming a connection that will lead to abundance in life.
John 10 reveals Jesus as the Good Shepherd, guiding, protecting, and providing eternal life to His followers. His invitation to enter through Him assures us of safety, spiritual nourishment, and abundant living.
By laying down His life, He demonstrates the ultimate love and sacrifice, encouraging us to mirror His selfless heart.
Even amid opposition or divided opinions, we are called to stand firm, trust His guidance, and remain courageous in our convictions.
Being part of His flock offers intimacy, belonging, and the joy of following the Shepherd who knows each of us personally.
John 10 inspires us to listen to His voice daily, embrace His care, and live confidently in His promises.
Trusting Christ allows us to experience peace, hope, and spiritual abundance, knowing that He holds our lives securely and offers everlasting life to all who believe.
“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” — John 10:11 His example encourages us to live selflessly, loving others as He has loved us, with humility and courage.
“I have other sheep that are not of this sheep pen. I must bring them also. They too will listen to my voice, and there shall be one flock and one shepherd.” — John 10:16
This verse should teach us that faith can unite believers into one spiritual family under Christ, encouraging community and fellowship.
Jay Husmann
Subject: John 10 - Who He Is
Message: Not only does John 10 show Jesus declaring who He is but also how He lives up to those roles. In those breakdowns, what we need to see is how He still fulfills those duties today, in this world as it is now. Culture may be different but man is not, we still need to Good Shepherd as a door to the Father
Jay Husmann
Subject: John 9 - Always a Purpose
Message: I previously wrote a devotional about this, everything Jesus did, EVERYTHING He does is intentional. We may not always see or understand it, but there is a purpose. Man believed that a handicap, deformity and or illness was a punishment so the disciples asked who had sinned, the blind man or his parents. Jesus said it purely for the glory of God. He had healed with just His words, laid hands on (twice on one occasion) but here He used mud and water. Why? Why only partially heal the other blind man and have to touch him again? We don't know but I guarantee it was intentional and with a purpose. We just have to trust in Him with faith, His thoughts and ways higher than ours. Way higher
Share with others what you are reaping from John 9.
John 9
When the water becomes stagnant
amanda jewell
Aug 14, 2026, 3:25 PM (1 day ago)
to Jay, me
When the Water Becomes Stagnant
Scripture:
“Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, ‘Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.’” — John 7:38
You can’t go with the flow if the water you’re in is stagnant.
Water that stops moving eventually becomes cloudy, unhealthy, and unable to sustain life. The same can happen within us when emotions are continually buried rather than processed.
Unresolved hurt becomes resentment.
Unspoken pain becomes distance.
Accumulated stress becomes exhaustion.
What we refuse to release can slowly become emotional stagnation—and eventually, systematic decay.
But Jesus describes the life He gives us as living water—water that flows.
God doesn't ask us to store every hurt inside ourselves. He invites us to bring our anger, grief, disappointment, fear, and wounds to Him. Sometimes healing begins when we allow Him to move what has become stagnant within us.
Ask yourself:
What have I been holding onto that needs to flow out of me and into God's hands?
You were created for movement, growth, and life—not to remain indefinitely in stagnant water.
John 7
When the Water Becomes Stagnant
Scripture:
“Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, ‘Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.’” — John 7:38
You can’t go with the flow if the water you’re in is stagnant.
Water that stops moving eventually becomes cloudy, unhealthy, and unable to sustain life. The same can happen within us when emotions are continually buried rather than processed.
Unresolved hurt becomes resentment.
Unspoken pain becomes distance.
Accumulated stress becomes exhaustion.
What we refuse to release can slowly become emotional stagnation—and eventually, systematic decay.
But Jesus describes the life He gives us as living water—water that flows.
God doesn't ask us to store every hurt inside ourselves. He invites us to bring our anger, grief, disappointment, fear, and wounds to Him. Sometimes healing begins when we allow Him to move what has become stagnant within us.
Ask yourself:
What have I been holding onto that needs to flow out of me and into God's hands?
You were created for movement, growth, and life—not to remain indefinitely in stagnant water.
John 6
Carla Craig
Text Area: How John 6 Inspires Me
John 6 is a chapter that shows Jesus not only as a miracle worker but that he is the ultimate source of life — both physical and eternal.
The feeding of the five thousand reminds me that God can turn scarcity into abundance. When we face limited resources or uncertain times, I’m reminded to trust Him to multiply what I offer, just as He multiplied the loaves and fish. This should inspire us to give generously, knowing that He will meet our needs beyond what we can imagine.
Jesus walking on the water reassures that He is in control, even in life’s storms. When fear or uncertainty grips, it should encourage us to remember His voice: “It is I; do not be afraid” (John 6:20). This gives me courage to move forward, trusting His guidance
Jesus calls Himself the Bread of Life, saying, “Whoever comes to Me will never hunger” (John 6:35). This inspires me to prioritize my relationship with Him over temporary pleasures or distractions. It challenges me to seek the “food that endures to eternal life” and to let His Word sustain me daily.
Jesus repeatedly affirms that He was sent by the Father to accomplish His will (John 6:38). This assurance of Jesus' divine mission gives us confidence in His authority and purpose. To trust in His mission, knowing that He came to bring salvation to me and to you and to reveal the Father's love to the world.
The Role of the Holy Spirit Which is Drawing Us to Christ…Jesus explains that no one can come to Him unless the Father draws them (John 6:44). This highlights the essential role of the Holy Spirit in guiding us to Christ. To be open to the Spirit's leading, allowing Him to draw you closer to Jesus and deepen your relationship with Him.
just one last thought… And in the chapter’s ending (verse 66) where many disciples leave, shows that following Jesus isn’t always easy, it inspires me to stand firm in my faith, even when His teachings are hard to understand.
What I learned from John chapter 5
To recognize Jesus as the source of all life and to place your trust in Him rather than relying on strict religious practices.
Amana Jewel
Name: William Gibbs
Message: The take I got was about the man at the pool who was 38 years affected. When he encountered Jesus he was healed instantly. Now a days if you are bed ridden you have to go through physical therapy and learn how to do things again. He was affected 38 years and was leaping for joy. Also the angel stirring the pool which was an image of God's mercy. The religious leaders were worried about the law instead of marveling that the man being healed. We need an encounter with Jesus and he will heal our hearts and soul. This what leapt out to me.
John 5
Name: Jay Husmann
Subject: John 4 from Be Alive, Chapter 4 - The Bad Samaritan
Message: Everything Jesus did was intentional, with a purpose, a learning and teachable moment. He went against every social norm and judgement created by man: Samaritans and Gentiles, women, sinners. He made it clear it was all about two things: faith and belief in Him and obedience to the will of God the Father
John chapter 4
I perceive it to be a personal in depth of how the Lord broke all the rules when he approached the Samaritan woman whom was an adulteress living with a man who was not her husband. But the Lord had mercy and compassion on this woman whom the Jews had no dealings with the Samaritans. What the Lord has taught me through this chapter the Lord's people oftentimes shun the very ones the Lord wants two bless. The Lord truly looked within her heart not the outer color or even her race only her heart. I believe we could make a difference in our country, family, and friends if we start first examining what condition our heart is in, if it be pure, or our heart wanting to shun that person for whatever reason we believe she or he is not fit. Vicki Atkins
Challenge #3 Sonny Glenn
John 4 Sunday 7/5/2026
Jesus wanted to go to Galilee. He didn't have to go through Samaria. There were other routes, but he chose to go through Samaria even though most Jews hated the Samaritans.
He stopped at the well at about mid-day because he knew he would meet a woman there who needed salvation, even though she was shunned by the other women, because of her sinful lifestyle. Jesus knew this woman needed salvation. He knew her testimony would lead others to come near him if some were saved. When Jesus told her who he is she believed and had faith. We should all believe and have faith.
The noble man at Cana was desperate due to his son's illness and was dying. This man had heard about Jesus and traveled 20 miles ( a long distance at that time) The noble man asked Jesus to go to Capernaum to heal his son. Jesus said go thy way thy son lives. The man believed Jesus and the boy was healed instantly. The Samaritan woman and this noble man believed and had faith in Jesus. We all need to believe in Jesus and trust him to do what he says he will do.
John 4
THIRD CHALLENGE
June 14 John 1 John Gibbs
John 21 John 2 Scott Sanderson
John 28 John 3 Troy Gibbs
July 5 John 4 Sonny Glenn
July 12 Brantly Shelton Preaching
July 19 John 5 Arnie Johnson
July 26 John 6 Renee Vasser
August 2 John 7 Donna Burmaster
August 9 John 8 Jay Hausmann
August 16 John 9 Billy Craig
August 23 John 10 Carla Craig
August 30 John 11 Chris Glenn
September 5 John 12 Ashley Glenn
What I learned from John chapter 3:
The Christian life is not about becoming a better version of ourselves through our own efforts, but about receiving new life through faith in Jesus and continually yielding ourselves so that He becomes greater in us.
Amanda Jewell
*****My Inspiration for John 3. Once we are born again, we as Christians WILL STRIVE to read and OBEY Gods Word. Once we put this into practice, we will see its truth and experience its power. Dwana Baucom
John 3
John 2
What I learned from John chapter 2:
1) Moses's first miracle was a plague, which speaks to judgment, our Lord's first miracle spoke of grace.
2) Our Lord's miracles were testimonies, giving evidence of His divine sonship, but also tests, exposing the hearts of the people. The same events that open some eyes only made other eyes that much more blind
Amanda Jewel
In the Chapter 2 reading of the book of John, I found a very powerful paragraph.
John explains clearly how easy it is for a man to believe in God's miracles and he clarifies the distinction of believing in the miracle and committing oneself to follow the word of God and commit oneself to God's works. Lots of people saw the Miracles and wanted to follow Jesus, but everyone wasn't committed to following and doing the work that Jesus needed done. Thus, the author of this book gives us a new phrase, at least new to me, and the phrase is unsaved Believers. As of retired teacher, I've had many students tell me all you have to do to get to heaven is believe in Jesus, were Jesus throws a hole in this theory because he rejected the believers who were not committed to his word. The first example was Nicodemus. Nicodemus, they believe in the Miracles that Jesus was doing, but he could not commit to following Jesus and doing the work that Jesus laid out under God's rules. This Pearl of wisdom helped me to take a deeper look inside myself and help me with a problem I was having in the believing department and now realizing that with the commitment, my belief and my faith will become stronger. It's not as important what I believe about the Miracles that Jesus did as it is that I believe in the faith and I follow the faith and commit to the work of the Lord.
Joetta Braddock
Subject: John 2 from Be Alive, Chapter 2 - Learning About Jesus
Message: Jesus always puts others first, with the will of the Father at the forefront. Everything He does is about our protection, healing, guidance, and correction for our relationship with the LORD and all to God's Glory, not His own
Jay Husmann
From John 2 with regards to the Wedding feast.
What hit me one night was actually the relationship between Jesus and His Mother, Mary. Mary was there helping out at the wedding. His brothers, Jesus, and His disciples were also there. When the young couple ran out of wine, Mary went to Jesus for help. Their relationship must have been very close, as Mary only said to Him, “They have run out of wine.”
Then she went and told the servants to do whatever He told them. Of course you know that Jesus replied to His Mother, “Woman, what is that to you and me? My hour has not come.”
But my thought is how strong that relationship must have been between Mother and Son for her to do this. She already knew He was special. But the bond between them was strong. Even at His death He thought about her and took care of her.
That is my nugget.
Betty Blackmon
FOUR CHALLENGES
NEW BEGINNING
June 1, 2026
Four Challenges
1. Our first challenge is to hear and do what is taught n the Gospel of John.
2. You will receive the book, “Be Alive” by Warren Wiersbe.
Our second challenge is to read the chapter each week that applies to the message to be preached for the week. Be Ready.
3. Our third challenge is for 12 people to read the chapter and share with the church family on the current reading a 1 to 3 minute encouraging word from the chapter.
1) Share in Person on their Sunday.
Or, submit by Friday
2) A video (Cell phone is the easiest way)
3) Voice Capture (A recording of your encouraging word).
4) A written one page or less.
4. Our fourth challenge is to send a short message of 375 words or less through the “toolbox”, email, or text to Pastor Robert expressing your inspirational moment from that week’s chapter in John.
THIRD CHALLENGE
June 14 John 1 John Gibbs
John 21 John 2 Scott Sanderson
John 28 John 3 Troy Gibbs
July 5 John 4 Sonny Glenn
July 12 Brantly Shelton Preaching
July 19 John 5 Arnie Johnson
July 26 John 6 Renee Vasser
August 2 John 7 Deb Townley
August 9 John 8 Jay Hausmann
August 16 John 9 Billy Craig
August 23 John 10 Carla Craig
August 30 John 11 Betty Blackmon
September 5 John 12 Ashley Glenn
SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS
Fourth Challlenge
Jay Husmann
Subject: John 1 from Be Alive, Chapter 1 God Is Here!
Message: The LORD is always here with us, all we have to do is acknowledge and turn to Him. He is presented in unlimited number of ways: miracles, preaching, witnessing., just as He did Himself as the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Jesus represents everything we need. Light to see, bread for sustenance, water for thirst, Heaven for shelter and salvation for life.
John 14:6 KJV
Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
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Troy:
Name: William Gibbs
Text Area: My takeaways for John 1 is that Jesus was and always there from the beginning. He was active in creation and is part of the Godhead as the Son. John the Baptist was the one sent to prepare the way for Jesus
.Jesus is the Alpha and Omega, and salvation comes by Jesus and him only.
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Carla
Name: CARLA CRAIG
Subject: Inspirational Moment from the first chapter of John.
Message: The beginning of this chapter speaks in poetry, and it begins with a clear description of Jesus as God. John describes Jesus using seven (7) specific titles... the Word, the Light, the son of God, the Lamb of God, the Messiah, the King of Israel and the Son of Man. Each of these titles explain Jesus to me, as His reason and who He is.
This chapter inspires me by affirming Jesus' divinity and eternal presence. It offers hope in the light that will conquer the darkness. This chapter also encourages witnessing and service to others. It's a call to see Jesus not just as a historical figure but as the living Word who is with us, lighting our path and inviting us into eternal life with Him.
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Deb:
Deb Townley
Short summary of a few things I got from chapter #1.
1. John is the most important person in the NT.
2. John emphasized the meaning of the events of Jesus.
3. John was the voice.
4. Jesus is the light.
5. We are saved by grace.
6. Grace is God's favor.
7. Creation is a final product.
8. Accept Christ as your savor, and you will have eternal life.
9. The important thing is to trust Christ and seek to bring others to be.
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