In John 16 Jesus is all the more intentional to equip his disciples for his absence, and for the opposition they will face. He foretells the hardship to come, but makes it clear he will be with them every step of the way. He says the same to us today -- no matter how dark things get.
He Said There'd Be Days Like This
November 1, 2020 • Brian McCormack • John 16:1–4
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Take Heart, Jesus Prays For You
January 24, 2021 • Brian McCormack • John 17
On the last night of his life, Jesus asks his father to do 3 things for his followers — protect us, sanctify us, and unite us. If we remember these prayers, we’ll also remember we are not alone, change is possible, and hope is bigger than division.
Glory, Authority, and Eternal Life
January 17, 2021 • Brian McCormack • John 17:1–5
As Jesus begins to pray on the final night of his life, 3 things appear to be on his mind -- the GLORY of God, the AUTHORITY of God, and ETERNAL LIFE by knowing God. When we orient our thoughts and actions around these same ideas, things change.
Take Heart, He Has Conquered the World
December 27, 2020 • Brian McCormack
As people finishing one hard year and staring down the likelihood of another, what hope does God offer us? “Yes, you will have suffering in this world. But take heart — I have conquered the world.” In these words we don’t just find our hope, but also our purpose as a church for the season to come.