Pastor Johnnie Sloan preaches this sermon as part of a Gospel of John series, focusing on John 14 and exploring Jesus' preparation of his disciples for their post-resurrection ministry. Pastor Sloan emphasizes the rich pneumatology and Trinitarian themes in the passage, highlighting the disciples' initial lack of understanding, exemplified by Peter, Thomas, and Philip, despite witnessing Jesus' miracles firsthand.

The sermon examines the meaning of Jesus' unity with the Father, the role of the Holy Spirit in empowering the disciples, and by extension, believers today, and the importance of contextual understanding of scripture to avoid misinterpretation. Pastor Sloan stresses the disciples' future role in spreading the Gospel, despite their imperfections, and encourages listeners to find peace and strength in Christ, even amidst suffering and persecution.

The sermon concludes with Pastor Sloan reflecting on Jesus' fulfillment of his mission, the importance of obedience stemming from love for God, and a call to active participation in spreading the Gospel in anticipation of Jesus' return.

Series: The Gospel of John

Title: Departure Discourse

Text: John 13:31-14:7

I. Speaking of Jesus’ Departure Jn. 13:31-35.

A. Reminder of big picture (glory) 31,32.

B. Loving preparation 33.

C. Loving commands 34,35.

II. Speaking of Peter’s Departure Jn. 13:36-38.

A. Peter still needs help 36,37.

B. Peter doesn’t know Peter 38.

III. The Discourse Jn 14:1-7.

A. Comforting promises 1-4.

B. Thomas still needs help 5.

C. The answer is exclusively Jesus 6.

D. More big picture words 7.

Series: The Gospel of John

Title: The Washing of Feet & Betrayal

Text: John 13:1-30

I. The Washing John 13:1–17.

A. The Passover feast 1.

B. Satan and Judas plot 2.

C. The particulars 3-5.

D. The protest 6-11.

E. The pattern 12-17.

II. The Betrayal John 13:18-30.

A. Judas predicted in Scripture 18,19.

B. Not all, but some 20.

C. The betrayer indicated 21-26.

D. The indicated betrayer 27-30.

Series: The Gospel of John

Title: Faith and Rejection

Text: John 12:23-50

I. Jesus Speaks Life and Death Jn. 12:23-30.

A. Glorified in death 23,24.

B. God honors those who live and die 25,26.

C. The Father affirms the Son’s glory 27-30.

II. The World Will Be Judged Jn. 12:31-36.

A. Satan defeated by Jesus death 31-33.

B. Misunderstanding Messiah (again) 34.

C. The Light of the world is… 35,36.

III. Rejection In Spite of Truth Jn. 12:37-41.

A. Sign blindness = sin blindness 37.

B. Who is in control? 38-40.

C. Isaiah saw Jesus 41.

IV. Fearful Faith Jn. 12:42-50.

A. Crossless faith? 42,43.

B. He and the Father are One 44-46.

C. We bring our own judgment 47-50.

Series: The Gospel of John

Title: Triumphal Entry

Text: John 12:12-22

I. Praise! Jn. 12:12,13.

A. Passover week continues 12.

B. Praise even if limited 13.

II. Prophecy Jn. 12:14-16.

A. Prophecy related to event 14,15.

B. Progressive revelation seen 16.

III. Popular Response Jn. 12:17,18.

A. Respond by testimony 17.

B. Response with seeking 18.

IV. Protest and Curiosity Jn. 12:19-22.

A. The ‘world’ so loved the Son? 19.

B. Some actually seek 20-22.