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"...the world itself could not contain the books that would be written." Jn 21: 25 This morning we come to the end of one of the greatest books ever written! And wouldn't you think that John might be proud of it? But no! Look at the incredible humility of this man. John sees his book as just one in the 'pile' that would cover the whole earth if they could ever be written! Let's see what that means... Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange, CA Final in the series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie

"Simon said to Him, 'Yes Lord, you know that I love you.' He said to him: 'Feed my lambs.'" Jn 21: 15 Isn't it amazing? One of history's greatest Christians was actually one who stumbled; who wavered! In fact, he was giving up ministry altogether to go back to his secular job! Oh, until He met the Savior once again! And then everything changed! Let's take a look... Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange, CA  From his series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie

"When Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his outer garment, for he had removed it, and plunged into the sea." Jn 21:7 This morning, we are catching Peter at his very lowest. He seems ready to give up his calling in Christ and go back to his fishing! Oh, but hold on! That's going to change! He's going to plunge in! Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange, CA  From his series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie

"Jesus said to him: 'Because you have seen me, you believe? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe.'" Jn 20: 29 There was a direct correlation between Thomas' absence from that first gathering and the state of his heart. He was now a skeptic.  What he witnessed at the Cross had disillusioned him for good! But, oh!, God loves the skeptic!--Thomas' story is the proof of it--and if you're a skeptic too, you should know that He loves you as well. Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange, CA From the series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie

Now Pilate wrote a title and put it on the Cross: 'Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews.'" Jn 19:19 At our Savior’s most perilous, most vulnerable moment, His sovereignty is just as manifest as ever! On trial for His life; on His way to a Roman execution, and still He rules! Still He is ‘King’! Even Pontius Pilate must declare it! And you can be sure that He rules over your circumstances today! Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange, CA From the series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie

"So David said to God: 'I have sinned greatly, because I have done this thing; but now I pray, take away the iniquity of your servant, for I have done very foolishly." 1 Chron. 21: 8 Pastor Dave offers a profound and relevant call to repentance from the story of Israel's disobedience.

"They said to her: 'Woman, why are you weeping?'" Jn 20: 13 Oh, we learn something beautiful from Mary Magdalene's visit to the tomb: how easily we can be blinded by fear and despair! Even as Mary wept that day, there was nothing but Good News! Yes, great victory and joy, though all the world seemed wrong, and everything seemed lost and dark. Let's learn it well today... Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange, CA From his series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie

"...a detachment of troops and officers from the chief priests and Pharisees came with lanterns, torches and weapons..." Jn 18: 3  Rejected, betrayed, denied and abandoned by the very ones He loved! This chapter recounts the emotional pain that our Savior endured. The next chapter presents the physical. Which do you think was worse? Have you endured emotions pain?Oh he came to join you in that!  Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne Orange, CA  From his series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie 

“I do not pray for the world, but for those whom You have given me.” Jn 17:9 This morning we have the rare privilege of ‘eavesdropping’ on a prayer between God the Son and God the Father! How staggeringly profound it is! Where is the preacher who could ‘expound’ this thing? But—oh, most wonderful of all!—His prayer was for you! Let’s scratch the surface together! Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange CA From his series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie

"In the world you will have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world." Jn 16: 33 Sailors used to say that, when you sail through the Straits of Magellan, no matter which way you pointed your bow, the wind would be against you! How like those straits is our world today! And how wonderful to know the One who has 'overcome' it all! And, if you know Him, you will too!  Message by Pastor Rod Schorr Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange, CA From his series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie

"...you will be sorrowful, but your sorrow will be turned to joy." Jn 16:2 Here in our Scriptures this morning, we see it: what a merciful friend we have in Jesus! He is deeply moved by the worries and the tears and the sorrows of His disciples. He knows all about their painful thinking, and speaks peace and comfort to them because of it. Today, He will do the same for you.  Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange, CA From his series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie

"If the world hates you, you know that it has hated me first. " Jn 15:18 It has to be one of the great mysteries of our world: its inexplicable, persistent animosity toward the Christian. This morning, Jesus explains some of that mystery, as He leaves yet more parting instructions to His disciples. And—oh!—how wonderfully empowering His words are for you! Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange, CA  From his series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie  

"...and you are my friends if you do what I command you." Jn 15: 14 Let's face it: we are living in an increasingly 'friendless' world, as we stare into our screens and withdraw into our 'safe spaces'. What this sad and isolated human race needs is a friend; a true friend! And--oh, how wonderful!--Jsuus Christ is the One!  Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange, CA From his series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie  

"I am the Vine, you are the branches." Jn 15: 5 How profound the loss that comes to those who sever themselves from God! That's what Jesus came to solve! He came to be the vine if you will be the 'branch':and with a 'connection' like this, you can't lose! Let's take a look.  Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange CA.  From his series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie.

"He who believes in me, the works I do he will do also, and greater works than these..." Jn 14: 12 The life of the new believer in Christ is not a 'repair job'. It's not self-reform. There are no band-aids, stitches or slings; but total and thorough healing. There is no duct-tape, bondo, or superglue. No! It's a major renovation. Everything about it is new! Welcome to the study of it... Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange, CA   From his series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie

"Let not your heart be troubled...." Oh if ever there was a time for such advice, that night in the Upper Room was it! But...can we really do that? Do we have control over a 'troubled heart'? Oh you do, dear one! If you know Him, you can say 'goodbye' to the troubled heart! Let's learn it!  Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange, CA    From his series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie

"A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another as I have loved you." Jn 13: 34 "All you need is love..." go the lyrics of Lennon and McCarthy. It's "what the world needs now", according to Mr. Bacharach. That's a wonderful sentiment, but just pointing out the need doesn't make it happen. Poets and philosophers have been doing that for centuries with no results...until...until Jesus came! Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange, CA   From his series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie

"...when Judas had gone out, Jesus said: 'Now the Son of Man is glorified...'" Jn 13:31 We are at the Last Supper in our Scripture this morning and what a dark night it is! A betrayal is underway. The betrayer has 'gone out' to set in motion our Savior's crucifixion. But how shocking what Jesus says of this moment: "Now the Son of Man is glorified..." What on earth did He mean?  Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange, CA  From his series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie

"...you ought also to wash one another's feet". Jn 13:14 Of all the things our Savior could have left for us to do, this one staggers the mind! He didn't tell us to build a 'mega-church'; He didn't tell us to anoint ourselves as 'prophets', 'priests', 'popes' or 'miracle workers'! No! Upon His departure, he commanded us to serve others! To "wash one another's feet".  Message by Pastor Rod Schorr, Calvary Chapel Old Towne, Orange, CA From his series: The Gospel of John: Truth for a World in the Grip of a Lie.

"Jesus was led up by the Spirt into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil..." Mt 4: 1 Pastor Bob Boxer offers practical insights from Matthew's account of the temptations of Christ.