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The Resurrection and the Life [John 11:17-27] | VBPH SUNDAY MORNING

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Summary

The sermon celebrates Jesus Christ's power and presence, focusing on His declaration of being the resurrection and the life. It explores themes such as Jesus' perfect timing, faith amidst grief, His compassion, the power of resurrection, and living in resurrection power.


Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to the Message
  • 02:53 The I Am Claims of Jesus
  • 05:48 Understanding Tragedy and Faith
  • 12:05 Jesus' Timeliness and Our Perception
  • 18:08 The Power of Jesus' Promises
  • 23:46 Martha's Faith and Understanding
  • 30:08 The Resurrection of Lazarus
  • 36:11 Responding to Jesus' Call
  • 39:56 Conclusion and Call to Faith


Takeaways

  • Jesus' I Am claims reveal His divine nature.
  • Tragedy can shake our faith, but Jesus understands our pain.
  • God's timing is different from our expectations.
  • Jesus promises resurrection and life to those who believe.
  • Martha's faith reflects our own struggles with understanding God's promises.
  • The resurrection of Lazarus demonstrates Jesus' power over death.
  • We must respond to Jesus' call with obedience and faith.
  • Jesus wept, showing His compassion for our suffering.
  • Faith in Jesus transforms our perspective on life's challenges.
  • God is always working for our good, even when we can't see it.


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