All of a sudden, in John 11:55-12:26, Jesus not only permitted but encouraged people publicly to recognize him as king. What had changed? What we have awaited during the whole gospel of John finally happened: his hour to be glorified had come! However, his glorification would be exactly the opposite of what everyone expected. (sermon notes)
Jesus’ scathing denunciation of the religious leaders exposed their hypocrisy and challenges us to let his light shine on ours.
Sooner or later every kingdom that opposes God will be “all gone,” but there is a kingdom that will not pass away.
In a world full of bad news, we are all wanting to hear good news. What we usually receive is good advice, which is...