Gospel of John
Life: What's the Point? | WAY Church at Home
This is the first message in a 21-week series through the Gospel of John. The preacher frames John's purpose: the gospel was written so people would believe that Jesus is the Messiah and have life through him.
When God says Take the Risk | Grant Troutt
Grant Troutt preaches through John 2:1-11, Jesus' first sign at the wedding in Cana, to show how Jesus calls us into risky obedience that reveals his glory. He traces the scene - Mary's plea, Jesus' cryptic response, the servants filling jars 'to the brim,' and the master of the feast declaring the best wine saved for last - and argues that the miracle happens when servants release what they have to Jesus in faith.
How You Really Get to Heaven | Noah Herrin
Noah Herrin preaches through John 3 using Jesus’ nighttime conversation with Nicodemus to explain what it really means to get to heaven. He contrasts external religion and moralism with the necessity of a spiritual rebirth - being "born again" - which is received, not earned.
The Thirst for More | Madi Prewett Troutt
Madi Prewett Troutt preaches from John 4 (the woman at the well) about the universal longing for something 'more' and how people keep running to empty wells for satisfaction. She sets the scene (Jesus tired at Jacob's well, breaking social barriers) and shows how Jesus meets the woman's shame with compassion, offers 'living water,' and reveals himself as the Messiah.
Why God Won't Heal You | Noah Herrin
Noah Herrin preaches through John 5 and uses the healing at the pool of Bethesda to answer two questions: Do you believe in healing, and do you want to be healed? He argues that God still heals (Hebrews 13:8, James 5) but John calls physical healings "signs" that point to Jesus, with the ultimate miracle being salvation. Jesus initiates healing, but people must respond - sometimes that response requires effort ("grace is not opposed to effort").
Do You Know the Real Jesus? | Connor Crumpton
Connor Crumpton walks the congregation through John 6, showing how the famous feeding of the 5,000 becomes the setup for Jesus’ deeper claim to be the ‘bread of life.’ The crowd follows Jesus for signs and provision (their bios), but Jesus calls them to believe in him for zoe - eternal, abundant life - a single work God requires. When Jesus claims divine identity and speaks of eating his flesh and drinking his blood, many who chased miracles turn away.
Why the World Hates Christians | Noah Herrin
Noah Herrin preaches from John 7 about why the world hates Christians, opening with a personal story of losing social-media followers after sharing his faith. He contrasts worldly measures of success with Jesus' priority of faithfulness and discipleship, noting Jesus often gave up popularity to speak hard truths.
How to Stop Sinning | Noah Herrin
Noah Herrin preaches from John 8 (the woman caught in adultery) and argues that Jesus refuses the Pharisees' polarizing trap by choosing both grace and truth. Jesus stoops, writes in the dust, challenges the accusers ('Let the one who has never sinned throw the first stone'), and then tells the woman, 'Neither do I.
How to Hear God's Voice | Noah Herrin
Noah Herrin teaches from John 10 about how followers of Jesus can learn to recognize God's voice. He argues Jesus the Good Shepherd provides direction, correction, and protection for his sheep, and that hearing God begins by slowing down, being in Scripture, and obeying what God has already said.
How to Lead People to Christ | Grant Skeldon
Grant Skeldon preaches from John 9 about evangelism, reframing it as more than simply moving someone from 'lost' to 'saved.' He uses the Engel scale idea to show there are many stages on someone's journey to God and argues that any movement closer to Christ is evangelism - planting, watering, or witnessing are all part of God's work. Skeldon encourages practical hospitality, sharing testimony, praying for people, and letting new believers speak about what God has done for them.
When God is Late | Noah Herrin
Noah Herrin preaches from John 11 (the story of Lazarus) to address what to do when God seems late. He argues that Jesus' delay was purposeful: God sometimes waits so a greater glory, transformation, or platform for the gospel can emerge.
You're Using God... | Noah Herrin
Noah Herrin preaches from John 12, contrasting two responses to the resurrection of Lazarus: Mary’s grateful worship and Judas’s utilitarian critique. Mary pours an expensive jar of perfume on Jesus’ feet as an act of worship and surrender; Judas complains it’s a waste and argues the money should be given to the poor, revealing he views Jesus as useful rather than beautiful.
Judas Went to Church | Noah Herrin
Noah Herrin uses John 13 (the foot-washing and Judas' betrayal) to warn against a nominal faith - attending church without making Jesus Lord. He contrasts Jesus' final days spent giving and serving with cultural goals of personal comfort and retirement, arguing that true discipleship is sacrificial service.
Why Am I Anxious? | Noah Herrin
Noah Herrin preaches from John 14 to answer why Christians are often anxious. He explains Jesus' opening command, “Don't let your hearts be troubled,” and argues that persistent anxiety is inconsistent with trusting Christ.
Why Am I So Tired? | Maddy Herrin
Maddy Herrin preaches from John 15 about why we feel chronically tired and empty: we're trying to be our own source instead of remaining in Jesus, the true vine. She gives three checks for anyone feeling drained - check your source (Jesus is the true vine), check your posture (abiding is a continual dependence, not a perfect quiet moment), and check your fruit (visible evidence of connection with Christ).
Is There More to God? | Noah Herrin
Noah Herrin preaches from John 16 with the central claim that God always has "more" - and that more frequently comes through the person and power of the Holy Spirit. He urges listeners not to settle for a two-thirds faith (Father and Son only) but to pursue fullness in the Spirit, who empowers believers to witness and make Jesus known.
The Prayer Request of Jesus | Noah Herrin
Noah Herrin preaches from John 17, calling attention to Jesus' longest recorded prayer and arguing that most of Jesus' concern at the cross is for his followers - their protection, holiness, and unity. Jesus prays not to remove believers from the world but to keep them safe while they remain on mission, and he ties the credibility of the gospel to Christian unity.
How to Get Debt Free | Grant Troutt
Grant Troutt preached from John 18, showing three pictures of Jesus at the garden arrest: Jesus the Lamb, the Lion, and the Lover. He uses the geography of the Kidron brook and the olive press to explain Jesus’ willing, atoning death (the Lamb), then shows Jesus’ sovereign authority when he says “I am” and the armed men fall (the Lion).
When You Let Down the People You Love Most | Noah Herrin
Noah Herrin preaches from John 21 about how followers of Jesus should respond to failure. Using Peter's return to fishing as the backdrop, he argues that the common responses - retreating, trying to earn back trust, or simply returning to what’s comfortable - are insufficient.