Athey Creek | Audio Podcast Brett Meador

Jesus tells the multitude how He will die on the cross and the purpose of His death, leaving them to debate and decide what they will believe about Him. As we study their decision point in John 12:32-43, we see what prevented them from following Jesus, learn why salvation may not always be an option, and examine our own hearts as we choose what decision we will make about Jesus.

A series of events unfold in John 12:1-33 that point to Jesus as the Messiah and foreshadow His coming death on the cross. As we watch Mary anoint His feet with costly perfume, see how He perfectly fulfills Old Testament prophecy, and hear Jesus directly predict His death on the cross, we learn about true worship, God’s glory, salvation, and the defeat of Satan.

In Jesus' final "I Am" statement in John 15:1-5, He declares He is the true vine, His Father is the vinedresser, and we are the branches. As we examine all the elements of this symbol, we learn what it means historically, prophetically, and presently, as well as the importance of staying connected to the vine so that we may bear good fruit.

Mary and Martha are mourning the loss of Lazarus as they wonder why their brother had to die and why Jesus delayed coming to them in John 11. As Jesus shows up on the scene and brings Lazarus back to life, we see the importance of waiting on God's timing, how this miracle was for God's glory, and how this would become the catalyst that begins Jesus' journey to the cross.

In John 14:6, Jesus makes His sixth "I Am" statement that He is the way, the truth, and the life. As we explore the radical implications of this declaration, we learn what makes Jesus the only path to salvation, the only reliable source of truth, and the only provider of abundant life.

Using sheep and shepherd analogies that would be highly relevant to the people of that day, Jesus shares God’s plan for salvation in John 10. As we listen to His illustrations, we learn about the only way to be saved, how to ensure we are a part of the flock, what predators we should watch for, and the benefits of sticking with the Shepherd.