_________________________________ The Power of the Unseen - John 3:1-17 Do you ever wish you were invisible? He is our perfect mediator enabling us by the blood of His cross to come to the Father to worship and even present our petitions before His th Electronic communication through things such as email, instant messaging, phone texting, blogging and social networks have exponentially escalated the problems with written communication in several ways. (Colossians 3:17). What change has been wrought in your life? You will be held accountable for every idle word. This message reminds children that we. He's Where the Joy Is by Tara-Leigh Cobble, Black Church Leadership & Family Conference. 12 Put on therefore, as God's elect, holy and beloved, a heart of compassion, kindness, lowliness, meekness, longsuffering; 13 forbearing one another, and forgiving each other, if any man have a complaint against any; even as the Lord forgave you, so also do ye: 14 and above all these things put on love, which is the . (1) (Edstrom), Luke 12:32-40 Where Is the Treasure? What Paul is saying here is that the peace of God should govern our hearts. What good deeds? Jesus gives a strong warning about being careful before you speak in Matthew 12:35-37. Remember that love is the sash or belt that binds all of these garments together. ", And Because God loves us He counsels us to put off the old man, the sinful way of life, and to "put on," or clothe ourselves, cover ourselves. Q1. What does it mean to do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus? I want others to see the Lord Jesus Christ living through me. For the Christian, there is not to be any such division in life. It is just a label by which you refer to some particular individual. 21 The lips of the righteous feed many, But fools die for lack of understanding. Sermon: Jesus Restores Our Lives - Colossians 3. We are God's unique creation, His people, chosen to demonstrate His reality to the world in which we live. God's Design in Detours. Theres something about their phony sweetness that leaves a bitter taste in your mouth. (Edstrom), Matthew 13:24-43 Dealing with Weeds (Edstrom), Matthew 13:24-43 Planting Good Seed (Edstrom), Matthew 13:24-43 Living Amongst the Weeds (Wuori), Matthew 13:31-52 Finding a Keeper (Wuori), Matthew 13:31-52 The Power of Little Things (Edstrom), Matthew 13:44-52 The Power of Your Love (Edstrom), Matthew 14:13-21 Its a Miracle (Edstrom), Matthew 14:13-21 An Inconvenient Time (Edstrom), Matthew 14:13-21 Jesus Feeds the People (Klein), Matthew 14:22-33 Dont Hide from Fear (Edstrom), Matthew 14:22-33 A Helping Hand (Edstrom), Matthew 14:22-33 Stepping Out of the Boat (Wuori), Matthew 14:22-33 Walking on Water (Klein), Matthew 15:10-28 Out of the Heart (Edstrom), Matthew 15:10-28 The Words We Speak (Wuori), Matthew 16:13-20 More Than a Friend (Edstrom), Matthew 16:13-20 Do You Know Me? While the non-Christian can mimic some of these virtues in particular situations, only those who are chosen by God, holy and beloved, have any hope of carrying all of them out with all people. Then you're ready to share this message in your church next Sunday! The imagery here is that God has called us out of the world to live in His eternal presence. No. (Edstrom), Luke 10:38-42 Mary and Martha, Jesus Friends (Miller), Luke 11:1-13 What Is Your Name? (By the way, I have a little acronym to help you when you get angry at someone. It means letting the peace of God rule in your hearts (3:15). It is the willingness to suffer injury instead of inflicting it. 12 Put on therefore, as God's elect, holy and beloved, a heart of compassion, kindness, lowliness, meekness, longsuffering; 13 forbearing one another, and forgiving each other, if any man have a complaint against any; even as the Lord forgave you, so also do ye: 14 and above all these things put on love, which is the . Colossians 3:17, Galatians 3:17, Sermon Topics: Jesus also had a lot to say about what comes out of our mouths. It means helping each other. Doctors tell us that walking is good for our health. Lets pray together and thank God the power to use our words for good! "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. What lessons from Colossians can you apply so that whatever you do in word and deed will be done in the name of the Lord Jesus giving thanks through Him to God the Father? This appears to be another factor in the reason why there is so little statistical difference between the vices of self-professing Christians and non-Christians. How can the Christian always give thanks for all things in the name of the Lord Jesus? . Dr. Calvin Wittman is pastor of Applewood Baptist Church, Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Once words get out of our mouths we cannot take them back. Why pay attention to anything said by anyone whose actions prove them to be a liar? Let no unwholesome word proceed from your mouth, but only such [a word] as is good for edification according to the need [of the moment,] that it may give grace to those who hear. If it does not glorify the Lord or at least is in keeping with His character, then dont say it or write it. Secondly, Nicodemus was a powerful person. If Jesus humbled Himself, even to death on the cross, we too must humble ourselves. Only by the power of the Holy Spirit dwelling in you and the Lord Jesus Christ manifesting His life through you can any human have these attitudes and behave in the manner described with all people including enemies. Their motto was, "The meek shall inherit the earth, if that's OK with everybody." (Edstrom), Luke 11:1-13 Importance of a Name (Edstrom), Luke 12:13-21 Sometimes Less Is Best (Edstrom), Luke 12:13-21 Collector of God Thoughts (Edstrom), Luke 12:13-21 Dont Be Greedy! Colossians 3, the life gets far more full treatment, far fuller treatment, and we've seen it richly developed there in Colossians 3. The Christian should never be possessed by this type of attitude. That change is not something we have done. Enter your email address and we will send you a link to reset your password. Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible Society. There is much we could say about the word of God, about its promises, its power, its prophecies, its principles and its priorities. Perhaps Pauls statement in Ephesians 4:29 is a good summary of this principle. It includes the mundane things of life too including taking care of your body, dressing yourself and personal hygiene, so yes, you should even brush your teeth in a God glorifying way. It includes your behavior while doing all your chores whether sweeping the floor, dusting the furniture, shoveling snow, mowing the lawn or taking out the trash. It is easy to praise the Lord when you come in here for a worship service. First, written communication lacks the nuances of emotion that occur in spoken speech and especially when you can also see the person. For the true Christian, forgiveness may not be easy, but it's not optional either. Weekly lesson plans for preschool, upper and lower elementary. NIV 2 Living on a Higher Plane) We go beyond even that by loving others in the same way that God has loved us with a sacrificial commitment to the best interest of the other person. Sunshine is especially nice, but it's fun to walk, even if it's raining. Proverbs has a lot to say about the use of the tongue often contrasting wise use and wicked use. Download our teaching notes below, gather your object lesson supplies, and watch the demonstration video below as you prepare to teach. Some tasks we do are easier for us like the butterfly, but other things may be hard. The greater my understanding of Jesus and His commandments, the greater will be my ability to live according to what He wants. 37 For by your words you shall be justified, and by your words you shall be condemned.. When you love someone, you do both. Seek to be a positive witness for Jesus that will build others up by what you say and write. We should not be cruel, harsh, and cold toward one another. Why is the tongue so hard to control? (Edstrom), Acts 2:1-21 The Language of Love (Edstrom), Acts 2:14, 22-32 The Real Thing (Edstrom), Acts 2:14, 36-41 Finding Your Way (Edstrom), Acts 2:42-47 Gathering Together (Edstrom), Acts 3:12-19 Source of Our Power (Edstrom), Acts 4:32-35 One Heart and Soul (Edstrom), Acts 5:27-32 The Highest Authority (Edstrom), Acts 7:54-60 God Wants Me to Forgive (Klein), Acts 8:14-17 Getting Off to a Good Start (Edstrom), Acts 9:36-43 Choose Your Devotion (Edstrom), Acts 11:1-18 One Spirit for All (Edstrom), Acts 16:9-15 Listen for the Call (Edstrom), Acts 16:16-34 The Best of a Bad Situation (Edstrom), Acts 17:22-31 Right Where It Is Suppose to Be (Edstrom), Romans 1:16-17: 3:22b-28 Its Free (Edstrom), Romans 4:1-5, 13-17 Promise of Grace (Edstrom), Romans 6:12-23 Choosing the Right Path (Edstrom), Romans 7:15-25 This Way or That (Edstrom), Romans 8:12-25 Learning to Wait (Edstrom), Romans 8:26-30 When We Are Weak (Edstrom), Romans 9:1-5 Remember Who You Are (Edstrom), Romans 11:1-2, 29-32 Changing Your Mind (Edstrom), Romans 14:1-12 Choices Made in Peace (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 Enrich Your Life (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Getting Along Together (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 Inspiration (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Making Wise Choices (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, 16-23 Laying a Strong Foundation (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, 16-23 Gods Temple (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 Where Gods Spirit Lives (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 8:1-13 Knowledge and Love (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 9:16-23 Giving All (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Race for the Goal (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 God Is Faithful (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 A Sweet Gift (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 Being a Part of the Whole (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 The Greatest Is Love (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Recycling Our Mistakes (Edstrom), 1 Corinthians 15:12-20 First Fruits (Donovan), 1 Corinthians 15:19-26 All of Life (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 3:1-6 Letter from God (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 3:12 4:2 The Light of Truth (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 Light of Knowledge (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 4:5-12 A Soft Place to Land (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 4;13 5:1 Do Not Give Up (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 5:6-10 Walking by Faith (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 New Beginnings (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 The Right Time (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 Enthusiasm (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 12: 2-10 Filled with Grace (Edstrom), 2 Corinthians 13:11-13 Living in Peace (Edstrom), Galatians 1:1-12 Choose the Right Reason (Edstrom), Galatians 1:11-24 The Story of a Man Named Paul (Edstrom), Galatians 2:15-21 The Shape of Faith (Edstrom), Galatians 3:23-29 Its about Love (Edstrom), Galatians 4:4-7 Cause for Celebration (Edstrom), Galatians 5:1, 13-25 What It Means To Be Free (Edstrom), Galatians 6:1-16 Simple Acts of Kindness (Edstrom), Ephesians1:11-23 Spirit of Wisdom (Edstrom), Ephesians 2:1-10 We Are What He Has Made (Edstrom), Ephesians 2:11-22 We Are the Temple of God (Donovan), Ephesians 3:1-12 Boundless Riches (Edstrom), Ephesians 3:14-21 Rooted in Love (Edstrom), Ephesians 4:1-16 Worthy of the Calling (Edstrom), Ephesians 4:25 5:2 Live in Love (Edstrom), Ephesians 5:8-14 Live in the Light (Edstrom), Ephesians 5:15-20 A Melody in Your Heart (Edstrom), Ephesians 6:10-20 Extra Strength (Edstrom), Ephesians 6:10-20 About Being Prepared (Klein), Philippians 1:1-11 More than Enough (Edstrom), Philippians 1:21-30 Worthy of the Gospel (Edstrom), Philippians 3:4b-14 A High Calling (Edstrom), Philippians 3:174:1 Standing Firm (Edstrom), Philippians 4:1-9 Let Your Gentleness Be Known (Edstrom), Colossians 1:11-20 Things Visible and Invisible (Edstrom), Colossians 1:15-28 Grounded and Steadfast (Edstrom), Colossians 2:6-19 Established in the Faith (Edstrom), Colossians 3:1-11 Replacing What No Longer Fits (Edstrom), Colossians 3:12-17 Walk in Love (Edstrom), 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Always Give Thanks (Edstrom), 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 Entrusted with Good News (Edstrom), 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13 The Love that Works in You (Edstrom), 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 Kindness Multiplied (Edstrom), 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 How Long Is Forever (Edstrom), 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, Build Each Other Up (Klein), 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 The Lesson of Encouragement (Edstrom), 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 Rejoice Always (Edstrom), 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4 Seeds of Faith(Edstrom), 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 Full and Overflowing (Edstrom), 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 With Quietness Work (Edstrom), 1 Timothy 1:12-17, Second Chance (Edstrom), 1 Timothy 2:1-7, Learning to Be Peaceful (Edstrom), 1 Timothy 6:6-19 Everything We Need (Edstrom), 2 Timothy 1:1-14 The Power of Love (Edstrom), 2 Timothy 3:14 Inspired by Gods Word (Edstrom), 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18 The Good Fight (Edstrom), Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12 The Joy of Creation (Edstrom), Hebrews 2:10-18 Who Do You Trust (Edstrom), Hebrews 5:1-10 The Problem of Perfection (Edstrom), Hebrews 10:11-25 Encourage One Another (Edstrom), Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16 The Mystery (Edstrom), Hebrews 11:29 12:2 A Cloud of Witnesses (Donovan), Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16 Unchanging Love (Edstrom), 1 Peter 1:3-9 Indescribable Joy (Edstrom), 1 Peter 1:17-23 Finding Our Way (Edstrom), 1 Peter 2:2-20 Building Our Spiritual House (Edstrom), 1 Peter 3:13-22 What Is Your Hope? Scripture: Colossians 3:8-17. Parents, you are responsible to apply Gods Word to your childrens lives. People today are seeking to "one up" the next guy. Worse, there seems to be little understanding that what they profess to believe about God should be applied to how they live their lives outside of church. Children's Sermons for Luke 17. (Colossians 3:17) The words you speak are a gift from God! They claim to love Jesus and seem to be really sweet, but you can tell they arent real. Patience in our own strength is impossible. What do you think that means? We have had to say goodbye to the Old Man, to Mr. Wrong and all the habits, passions, and practices of the past. So as we examine this text, let us remember that God is always proactive. I want my light to so shine before men that they will glorify my Father who is in heaven because that light is reflecting Jesus. Don't misunderstand me. As Paul states in Colossians 3:5-11, Therefore consider the members of your earthly body as dead to immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and greed, which amounts to idolatry. We live in a world where we are constantly told we must promote ourselves. It means to be lowly. You all know about sugar. It is something Christ has done for us, in us and through us. (See: Christian Virtues, Pt. Sometime ago humorist J. Upton Dickson said he was writing a book titled Cower Power, and that he had also founded a group for submissive people called Doormats - an acrostic for Dependent Organization of Really Meek and Timid Souls, if there were no objections. In fact, the Christian rate is slightly higher, perhaps because those willing to identify themselves as Christians are more likely to bother to get married. Yes, it means being kind to one another. That means we need to work hard like the honey bee. It's based on John 3:1-17. Just as we are to pray according to Jesus will if we are to be confident in receiving what we ask (1 John 5:14-15), so in everything we do in word or deed, we are to do them in such a way that they would be according to Jesus will. (Alexander C. Dejong, Leadership, Vol. Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible Society. Has His presence given you the ability to forbear, to forgive, to love others more than you love yourself? (Edstrom), Luke 2:41-52 Obedience of a Son (Edstrom), Luke 2:41-52 Jesus and His Parents (Miller), Luke 3:1-6 Getting from One Place to Another (Edstrom), Luke 3:7-18 Spreading the Good News (Edstrom), Luke 3:7-18 A Story without a Book (Edstrom), Luke 3:7-16 Time to Make Changes (Miller), Luke 3:15-22 The Best Compliment (Edstrom), Luke 4:1-13 Filled with Gods Spirit (Edstrom), Luke 4:14-21 Filled with the Spirit (Edstrom), Luke 4:14-21 Making Things Happen (Edstrom), Luke 4:21-30 All Spoke Well of Him (Edstrom), Luke 5:1-11 Blessed with Abundance (Edstrom), Luke 5:1-11 Gods Unexpected Blessings (Edstrom), Luke 6:17-26 Temporary Blindness (Edstrom), Luke 6:17-26 Crowds and Crowds and Crowds (Miller), Luke 6:27-38 Giving More than Is Needed (Edstrom), Luke 7:1-10 The Soldier Who Surprised Jesus (Miller), Luke 7:36 8:3 Lightening Our Load (Edstrom), Luke 7:36 8:3 Loving and Forgiving (Edstrom), Luke 7:36 8:3 Jesus and the Women (Miller), Luke 8:26-39 Jesus and the Sick Man (Miller), Luke 8:26-39 The Man Who Lived in a Graveyard (Klein), Luke 9:28-43 When You Need Advice (Edstrom), Luke 9:28-36 The Vision about Jesus (Miller), Luke 10:1-11, 16-20 Who Do You Represent? All that we do is to be done in the name of the Lord Jesus, that is, we are to live our lives in a manner that is consistent with His character and will. The peace of God mentioned here is not the indwelling feeling of comfort, but rather an external reality that mediates between Christians. (Edstrom), Luke 10:38-42 Are You Listening? Thankfulness to God is one of the hallmarks of genuine Christian faith. That is why is it important that the believer is actively involved within a body of believers who will help them know and apply Gods word. 17 And whatever you do in word or deed, [do] all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father.. Sweetn Low is an artificial sweetener that is used pretty much the same way sugar is used. I want to encourage you to do that today. What is the danger of the tongue? They present themselves as humble at church, but they are self-centered braggarts at school. Some people are like Nutrasweet. I am told it helps two ways. It is marked by the ability to respond in love when others treat us poorly. God always takes the initiative and then calls upon us to respond appropriately. Dutchess County It means forgiving one another. The old man may be dead, but the new man has to live in the same old body with the same old mind, and so it will take some work to break the old evil habits and be transformed by a mind renewed through the washing of the water of the word. The believer is to do much more than that by pressing on to be perfect as a reflection of God, Therefore you are to be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect. You cant do that on your own. 2) Count how many times do or doing is used. Genesis 1:1-5 The Light of Love (Edstrom), Genesis 1:1 2:4 Evidence of Gods Love (Edstrom), Genesis 2:4b-25, Garden of Hope (Edstrom), Genesis 2:18-24 Whats Your Name (Edstrom), Genesis 3:1-7 A Reason for Rules (Edstrom), Genesis 6:9 The Leaf and the Rainbow (Edstrom), Genesis 9:8-17 Rainbows and Promises (Klein), Genesis 11:1-9 Tower of Rebellion (Edstrom), Genesis 12:1-9 Blessed to Be a Blessing (Edstrom), Genesis 15:1-6 My Shield and Comfort (Edstrom), Genesis 21:8-21 Gods Rescue Plan (Edstrom), Genesis 28:10-19 A Ladder of Angels (Edstrom), Genesis 32:22-31 Wrestling with God (Edstrom), Genesis 37:3-34; 50:15-21, Taming a Dragon (Edstrom), Exodus 1:8 2:10 She Named Him Moses (Edstrom), Exodus 7-9 The Lesson of Consequences (Edstrom), Exodus 14:19-31 The Best You Can Be (Edstrom), Exodus 17:1-7 Water and the Rock (Edstrom), Exodus 20:1-17 Honoring Your Parents (Edstrom), Exodus 24:12-18 The Glory of God (Edstrom), Exodus 32:1-14 Loving God Instead of Gold (Donovan), Exodus 34:29-35 Light of Gods Love (Edstrom), Leviticus 19:1-18 Justice for All (Edstrom), Joshua 6 Joshua and the Walls of Jericho (Edstrom), Ruth 3:1-5, 4:13-17 A Story of Friendship and Love (Edstrom), 1 Samuel 3:1-20 Listen and Reply (Edstrom), 1 Samuel 17:32-49, A Gigantic Problem (Edstrom), 2 Samuel 11:1-15 Just Because We Can (Rathert), 2 Samuel 11:26 12:13a Consequences (Edstrom), 1 Kings 8:1-43 Showing God That We Love Him (Donovan), 1 Kings 17:8-16 Learning to Trust (Edstrom), 1 Kings 18:20-39 Elijah and the Prophets of Baal (Donovan), 1 Kings 19:4-8 The Work of an Angel (Edstrom), 1 Kings 19:19-21 A Great Invitation (Donovan), 1 Kings 21;1-14 It Belongs to Someone Else (Donovan), 2 Kings 5:1-14 Wash and Be Clean (Edstrom), Esther 7:1-6, 9-10, 9:20-22 Women Who Made a Difference (Edstrom), Book of Job, Troubles, Troubles! (Edstrom), Psalm 23 The Lord Is My Shepherd (Edstrom), Psalm 66:1-9 and Psalm 150:3-6 A Joyful Noise (Miller), Isaiah 2:1-5 Following Gods Path (Edstrom), Isaiah 2:1-5 Making a Better World (Miller), Isaiah 11:1-10 The Wolf and the Lamb (Edstrom), Isaiah 35:1-10 Blossom with Joy (Edstrom), Jeremiah 1:4-10 The Right Words (Edstrom), Jeremiah 18:1-11 Another Chance (Edstrom), Jeremiah 31:31-34 Written in the Heart (Edstrom), Jonah 1 & 2 Jonah and the Whale (Edstrom), Jonah 3:1-5, 10 Jonah and the Big Fish (Klein), Micah 6:6-8 What God Wants from Us (Miller), Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4 No Easy Answers (Edstrom), Zephaniah 3:14-20 Calm in Gods Love (Edstrom), Matthew 1:18-25 Finding a Good Job (Edstrom), Matthew 1:18-25 Whats In a Name? If Paul just wanted to make a reference to Jesus, he could have used one of His many titles such as Lord or Christ as he commonly does even here in his letter to the Colossians. Share This Be honest and instead of trying to excuse or diminish your wrong, acknowledge, repent and ask for forgiveness. Kids Bible lessons and ministry resources that teach from the New Testament book of Colossians. Second Sunday in Lent - A. John 3:1-17. Your behavior at work, school, social events and recreational activities. Navigating the challenges and joys of ministry life. This means that we are to submit ourselves one to another. The word for deed is also translated as work, action and behavior. Hebrews 13:15 tells us, Through Him then, let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that give thanks to His name. According to 1 Thessalonians 5:18 we are to give thanks in everything. That can only be done if our hearts are correctly set on the Lord so that we seek to understand life according to His direction and trust Him for the future even when we do not understand the present. Admonition, on the other hand, is the negative side of teaching. Children's sermon. In verses 12-17 they contrast those heretics' deadly ways of living with the lively self that the Spirit is . It means being thankful for all God has given us. What is the importance of Jesus name? There is one problem with Sweetn Low, it makes things sweet, but after you finish it leaves a bitter taste in your mouth. Your subscription will auto renew on Mar 1, 2024 for $249/year. The acronym is p.i.n.o.g.a.m. Everyone of us knows someone like this, someone whose manner and smile communicates kindness, even if they never said a word. Children's sermons for Colossians 3. rth. First, Nicodemus was a religious man. 4. Third, modern electronic communications can broadcast your message widely in an instant. That is what they were thinking and that is why they said it. 2023 Ministry-To-Children.com | Bible Lessons for Kids, Activities for Sunday School, Free Resources for Children's Ministry Leaders. NIV Having trouble logging into your account? Now, would you please put the shaving cream back into the can? Behind every support specialist, Bible study editor, graphic designer, and accountant is a Sunday School teacher, kids volunteer, or small group leader. Verse 16 describes the church gathering, where we are to teach and admonish one another through the Word and singing, thankfully praising God. The things we communicate to others and the deeds that we do are to be consistent with what Jesus would communicate and what Jesus would do. (Edstrom), John 1:29-42 Bringing People to Jesus (Miller), John 1:43-51 Greater than These (Edstrom), John 1:43-51 Jesus Invites Nathanael (Klein), John 2:13-22 Right Thing, Wrong Place (Wuori), John 2:13-22 Respecting the Temple (Edstrom), John 3:1-17 Goes with You Everywhere (Edstrom), John 3:1-17 Nicodemus and Born Anew (Klein), John 3:14-21 For God So Loved the World (Wuori), John 3:14-21 New and Better Life (Edstrom), John 4:5-42 The Living Water of Gods Love (Wuori), John 4:5-42 Planting Seeds of Gods Love (Edstrom), John 4:5-42 Jesus Breaks the Rules (Miller), John 6:1-21 A Boy and His Lunch (skit format) (Miller), John 6:24-35 Filled with Gods Love (Edstrom), John 6:56-69 The Treasure Inside (Edstrom), John 7:37-39 Rivers of Living Water (Edstrom), John 9:1-41 More than One Way of Seeing (Edstrom), John 10:1-10 Recognize the Voice (Edstrom), John 10:1-10 The Jobs of a Shepherd (Wuori), John 10:11-18 Jesus, the Good Shepherd (Klein), John 10:22-30 Theyll Know Us by Our Love (Edstrom), John 10:22-30 Watch What They Do (Miller), John 11:1-45 Life, Now and Forever (Edstrom), John 11:1-45 Living Forever with God (Wuori), John 11:1-45 Jesus Best Wonderful Thing (Miller), John 12:1-8 The Fragrance of Thanks (Edstrom), John 12:20-33 At Just the Right Time (Edstrom), John 12:20-33 Service: A Godly Honor (Edstrom), John 13:33-35 The New Commandment (Wuori), John 13:31-35 The Most Important Thing (Miller), John 14:1-14 Do Not Let Your Heart Be Troubled (Edstrom), John 14:15-21 Warmed by Gods Spirit (Edstrom), John 14:16-18 Jesus Makes a Promise (Miller), John 14:23-29 Peace I Leave with You (Edstrom), John 14:23-29 God Is Always with Us (Miller), John 15:9-14 The Place Where You Live (Edstrom), John 15:26-27, 16:4-15 He Will Take What Is Mine (Wuori), John 15:26-27, 16:4b-15 Listening to the Spirit (Edstrom), John 15:26-27, 16:4b-15 Something to Remember (Edstrom), John 17:1-11 Finishing the Work (Edstrom), John 17:6-20 Jesus Prayed for His Friends (Klein), John 17:20-26 Jesus Prays for Us (Miller), John 18:1 19:42 Jesus Returns to Heaven (Wuori), John 18:33-37 Whats the Truth? 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