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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