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CHAPTER EIGHT
SUNDAY MORNING, MARCH 15, 2009
PASTOR DAVE RING
LOS ALAMOS 1ST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Today, after last week's break to hear Rev. Steinsiek, we continue to a "sermonic study" of the Gospel of John. It's my intention to preach and teach us through John's Gospel, with just an occasional interruption, throughout the first half of 2009.

John 8:1-11 Forgiving an Adulteress

This is "classic" Jesus
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No one is without sin; no one's sin is unforgivable
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If only He had left out the final remark!
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John 8:12-30 More quibbling with the Pharisees

Is Jesus speaking alone, or is the Father with Him?
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Jesus prophesies the Resurrection as His validation
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John 8:31-47 Children of Abraham or children of the devil?

Sin creates bondage - bondage to the devil
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Jesus is extremely tough on these Jewish leaders
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Much of this argumentation is tedious; it's the "rabbinic method"
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John 8:48-59 Jesus claims to be greater than Abraham; equal with God

"Pushing the limits" even with those who might like to believe (some)
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When Jesus says, "I am," it's a stoning offense: blasphemy to the Jews
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Next week we'll continue on with chapter 9 of John's Gospel. Please read and meditate upon it prior to next Sunday morning.

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