Sermons on Jesus
The Great I Am
The Great I AM (John 8:12–59) | Jesus Doesn’t Just Comfort—He Diagnoses & Rescues In John 8, Jesus doesn’t tiptoe around the big questions—He drops one of the most explosive identity claims in the entire Bible: “Before Abraham was, I AM.” That’s not poetry. That’s Exodus 3 language. Jesus is claiming the very name of God… and everyone listening knows it. This message from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., is a front-row seat to a full-on theological cage match—where Jesus…
I Am The Way, the Truth and The Life
On the night before His crucifixion—when fear was thick in the room and the disciples’ hearts were troubled—Jesus made one of the most shocking statements in human history: “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” (John 14:6) This sermon from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., explores why Jesus said that, what He meant, and why it still matters in a pluralistic, anything-goes spiritual culture. Set in the Upper…
The Resurrection and the Life
Have you ever felt like Jesus missed an appointment? Like you sent the prayer request, marked it urgent, and heaven just replied… “Seen.” In John 11, Jesus doesn’t rush. He waits. He weeps. And then He speaks life into a tomb. This is not a neat, tidy miracle story. It’s emotional, messy, and painfully human—full of grief, disappointment, and questions about God’s timing. Right in the middle of it all, Jesus makes one of His boldest claims: “I am the…
I Am the Door
When life is under pressure, options stop feeling comforting—and security starts to matter more than preferences. In John 10, Jesus makes a bold, unmistakable claim: “I am the door.” Not one option among many. Not a helpful suggestion. The door. In this message from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., we explore what Jesus meant in the everyday world of first-century shepherds—and why His words still challenge, comfort, and confront us today. Using the image of doors designed to hold under…
Bread of Life
In a world obsessed with what’s next—new technology, new trends, new answers—it’s easy to feel worn out and spiritually hungry. But what if the most important question isn’t what will change, but what will never change? In John 6, Jesus makes the first of His great “I Am” statements: “I am the Bread of Life.” Not bread to give—but bread to be. In this sermon, we explore why the crowd followed Jesus, why many eventually walked away, and what it…
Ready and Waiting
We enjoy all kinds of things in life without fully understanding them — a gourmet meal, a symphony, a 200-ton airplane somehow staying in the sky. And honestly? The Second Coming of Jesus works a lot like that. We don’t have every detail, every timeline, or every chart… but we do have the promises that matter. In this message from Luke 12:35–38, Gordon Dabbs explores why Christians can live with confidence, joy, and anticipation even when end-times debates get confusing.…
Ready or Not
When Jesus returns, will you be ready—or scrambling to get your spiritual life in order? In this message, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., continues the Coming Soon series with a powerful look at Matthew 25:1–13, the parable of the ten bridesmaids. Jesus’ story reminds us that His return will be sudden, surprising, and glorious—and that preparation isn’t about fear or perfection, but faith, joy, and readiness. From a crazy wedding story to lessons about “borrowed oil” and cell-phone batteries, Gordon…
He’s Coming Back
From the first sunrise in Eden to the promise of a new creation, God’s story has always been moving toward one final chapter — the return of Jesus Christ. In this message, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., walks through the grand story of redemption — from creation, to the cross, to the second coming — reminding us that every sunrise, every heartbeat, and every act of faith brings us one day closer to the moment when the King comes again.…
Name, Image, and Likeness
In the world of college sports, N.I.L. is all about athletes finally profiting from their Name, Image, and Likeness. But what if discipleship was the ultimate N.I.L. deal? In this powerful and grace-filled message from John 4, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., walks us through Jesus’ radical encounter with the woman at the well—a Samaritan outsider with a messy past—revealing a love that breaks barriers and reshapes lives. Discover how you were created to carry God’s Name, reflect His Image,…
Surrender
Jesus isn’t just a great teacher, a prophet, or a feel-good spiritual guru—He’s Lord. And that changes everything. In this honest and challenging message, we explore one of the most difficult things Jesus ever said: “Let the dead bury their own dead.” What did He mean? Why was He so blunt? And what does it reveal about what it really takes to follow Him? If you’ve ever tried to negotiate the terms of your faith—“I’ll follow you, BUT FIRST…”—this message…
Powerful Partnership
What happens when Jesus shows up not just to fix you up—but to tear you down… and rebuild you into something glorious? In this “Powerful Partnership” message from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., we explore the miraculous feeding of the 5,000 in John 6—and the deeper discipleship Jesus is inviting us into. Spoiler: It’s not just about bread and fish. It’s about what happens when we bring our small, ordinary offerings to an extraordinary Savior. Jesus doesn’t just want your…
Addition by Subtraction
Addition by subtraction. Gain through loss. What thing or things in my life need to be deleted so I can experience abundance in Christ Jesus? Join Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., as we unpack Colossians 3:5-11 and learn how to move toward Jesus by dealing with the things pulling us away from him. About the series. . . As followers of Christ, we’re called to live in this world but not be defined by it. But what does that look…
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