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We are the children of God! July 12, 2026 Tim Bower Message Notes Study Notes: 1 John 3:1–10 — Children of God & the Practice of Righteousness Main Theme • The astonishing love of the Father makes us His children. • This identity calls us to practice righteousness and reject a lifestyle of sin. • John weaves together our new identity (children of God) with the practical outworking (holy living). 1 John 3:1–3 — The Father’s Love & Future Hope • “See

The man took Jesus at His word! July 5, 2026 Chuck Thornburg Message Notes Study Notes: Jesus Heals the Official’s Son (John 4:43–54) Main Theme Jesus performs His second sign in Galilee (after turning water into wine). Emphasis on faith in Jesus’ word (even without physical presence or visible signs). Contrast between the Samaritans (believed by hearing) and the Galileans (wanted signs). Context After two days in Samaria (where many believed because of His word), Jesus retur

The Lord Our Righeousness June 28, 2026 Greg Johnson Message Notes Study Notes: Jeremiah 23 — False Shepherds, God’s Presence, and Righteousness Main Theme • Woe to false shepherds/prophets who scatter God’s people through lies, immorality, and self-serving teaching. • God sees everything (omnipresence) and will judge evil while raising up righteous leadership. • Central promise: “The Lord Our Righteousness” (Yahweh Tsidqenu) — pointing to Christ. • Challenge: Share God’s

Christ as Our Neighbor June 21, 2026 Paul Johnson Message Notes Main Theme The question “Who is my neighbor?” is answered by Jesus through the Parable of the Good Samaritan. True neighborly love is shown through compassionate action that crosses barriers (racial, social, religious). Christ is the ultimate Neighbor — He came to us in our helpless, sinful condition, showed mercy, paid the full price, and promised to return. The Lawyer’s Question & Jesus’ Response (Luke 10:25–29

Knowing sound doctrine is essential! June 14, 2026 Tim Bower Message Notes Study Notes: 1 John 2:18–29 (with 1 John 4:1–6) Main Theme Discernment between true believers and antichrists (false teachers/heretics). John provides warnings about deception while offering practical safeguards for believers. Knowing sound doctrine is essential; the Holy Spirit and Scripture equip us to stand firm. Context This continues the theme of abiding in Christ and walking in the light (previou

Jesus is great at knocking down barriers! June 7, 2026 Chuck Thornburg Message Notes Study Notes: The Samaritan Woman at the Well (John 4:1–42) Main Theme Jesus breaks down barriers (racial, gender, social, religious) through compassion, truth, and living water. A powerful story of personal transformation: a sinful, marginalized woman becomes an immediate witness, leading many Samaritans to faith. Jesus offers living water — eternal satisfaction through the Holy Spirit and sa

Believers can look forward to their own future resurrection! May 31, 2026 Greg Johnson Message Notes Study Notes: 1 Corinthians 15 — The Resurrection Main Theme The resurrection of Christ is foundational to the gospel and to Christian hope. Without it, preaching is vain, faith is futile, and we remain in our sins. Believers can look forward to their own future resurrection — a transformed, imperishable, glorious body bearing the image of Christ, resulting in victory over deat

Look for God's character in creation! May 24, 2026 Paul Johnson Message Notes Study Notes: “I Am the Rose of Sharon” (Song of Solomon 2:1) Main Theme The Rose of Sharon (and lily of the valleys) is a beautiful picture and name of the Lord Jesus Christ. God uses every department of creation (including flowers) to express His character, virtue, features, beauty, organization, fragrance, and power. Revelation 4:11 — All things were created for His pleasure. Key Scripture: Song o

The opportunity to renew our mind! May 17, 2026 Tim Bower Message Notes Study Notes: 1 John 2:12–17 Main Theme Encouragement to believers at different stages of spiritual maturity, followed by a strong warning against loving the world and its temporary system. John writes to strengthen and assure Christians while calling them to live distinctly from the world’s values. 1 John 2:12–14 — Assurance to Believers (Poetic Structure) John uses a repetitive, structured style (ancient

You must be born again May 10, 2026 Chuck Thornberg Message Notes Study Notes: Sermon on Nicodemus (John 3:1–21) + Mother’s Day Reflections Opening Illustration – Spiritual Motherhood Not all mothers have biological children. Example: The Faust sisters (nurses) who cared for neighborhood kids by warning them about playing in the street — acted as mothers even without their own children. Main Text: Nicodemus’ Encounter with Jesus (John 3) Background on Nicodemus Pharisee and r

God's blessings overflow to the ends of the earth May 3, 2026 Andrew Hawkinson Message Notes Presentation on Kansas Bible Camp (KBC) Overview & Purpose 70-year ministry (founded ~1955) focused on introducing people to Jesus Christ and encouraging believers to live for Him. Strong emphasis on God’s Word, generational discipleship, and faithfulness across decades. Camp exists so that God’s blessings overflow to “the ends of the earth” (Psalm 67:7) — not for self-centered fillin

Wood, hay, and straw will burn up April 26, 2026 Greg Johnson Message Notes 1 Corinthians 3:9–17 (with emphasis on building on the foundation of Christ). Main Theme We are God’s fellow workers; believers are God’s field and God’s building (temple). The only foundation is Jesus Christ. What we build on that foundation matters: some materials will survive the fire (gold, silver, precious stones) and bring reward; others will burn up (wood, hay, straw), resulting in loss (though

"Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be they name." April 19, 2026 Paul Johnson Message Notes D eclaring, glorifying, and hallowing the name of God (especially God the Father), with strong emphasis on Jesus’ example in John 17. Main Theme We are called to declare God’s name , tell of it, give thanks to it, hallow it, and glorify it. God’s name represents His character, power, holiness, might, and works. The chief end of man is to glorify God — this should be our daily

Love is not optional - it is a new commandment April 12, 2026 Tim Bower Message Notes Love in 1 John (primarily 2:7–11, 3:14–16, 4:16–21), with supporting references from other Scriptures. Main Theme Love (especially agape love) is a central commandment and evidence of genuine faith. John emphasizes both vertical love (toward God) and horizontal love (toward brothers/sisters in Christ). Love is not optional — it is a new commandment in emphasis and example, and a pract

“Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.” April 5, 2026 Chuck Thornburg Message Notes John 2:13–22 (Jesus Cleanses the Temple — the first cleansing). Main Theme / Title Christ Cleansed the Temple — Jesus does “spring cleaning” in His Father’s house, driving out commercialism and corruption. Key focus: The cleansing points forward to Jesus’ own body as the true Temple, which would be destroyed (crucified), buried , and raised in three days. Context & Tim

Let the one who boasts, boast in the Lord! March 29, 2026 Greg Johnson Message Notes Main Theme Trust in the Lord, not in man — Human wisdom, strength, and knowledge ultimately disappoint and lead to curse; trusting God brings blessing, stability, and true wisdom/power through the cross. Modern context: Rapid increase in travel (“run to and fro”) and knowledge (Daniel 12:4) highlights humanity’s false confidence in itself, yet the cross remains the true power and wisdom of G

Makes God’s glory visible in bearable form. March 22, 2026 Paul Johnson Message Notes Main Theme / Title • “Shadow” as a name / attribute of the Lord Jesus Christ • Protective, cooling, life-giving, revealing presence. • Not darkness, but the result of light (Christ) blocking / overshadowing to provide refuge. • Reconciles with 1 John 1:5 (“in Him is no darkness at all”) → shadow exists because of perfect light, not because of evil/darkness in God. Key Scripture: Psalm 9

Impossible in our strenth alone, but we are still commanded to strive. March 15, 2026 Tim Bower Message Notes 1 John 1:5 – 2:6 . Straightforward, fundamental, and one of the clearest biblical treatments of sin — offering a holistic view and a practical “formula” for dealing with it. Main Theme How believers should deal with sin in daily life. Core contrast: Light (truth, God, fellowship) vs. Darkness (lies, sin, isolation). Our walk (actions, progress) must match our tal

God saves the best for last! March 8, 2026 Chuck Thornburg Message Notes John 2:1–11 (the wedding at Cana — Jesus’ first miracle). Connecting the timing, cultural context, symbolism, and personal applications. Main Theme Jesus’ first sign (miracle): turning water into wine at Cana. Symbolizes transition from old Jewish ceremonial traditions (external cleansing) to new covenant grace, joy, abundance, and inner transformation through Christ. God saves the best for last — bot

John went from fiery/impulsive to having an emphasis of love February 15, 2026 Tim Bower Message Notes The notes cover the introduction to 1 John , background on the author (John the Apostle), key details about the book, and an exposition of 1 John 1:1–4 . Transition & Series Context Preacher finished 2 Peter ; now moving to another non-Pauline epistle: 1 John . Plans to work through 1 John (no guarantee to continue with other epistles afterward). Today: Author background, i