The Gospel of John | Week 8
📖 The Gospel of John – Week 8 | John 5:1–47
This week we dive into John chapter 5, where Jesus heals a man who had been paralyzed for 38 years at the pool of Bethesda — and in doing so, sparks the growing persecution that will lead to the cross.
In this message, we explore what happens when false hope collides with true healing, and how Jesus challenges us to move from performance to obedience, from religion to relationship, from self-reliance to surrender.
💬 Key Themes:
• False hope vs. true faith
• Jesus’ power to heal both body and soul
• How religion can blind us to relationship
• Checking our motives — why do we do what we do?
• Finding real peace through surrender, not self-performance
📍 Scripture: John 5:1–47
🎯 Big Idea: Jesus didn’t come to reward performance, but to restore hearts through surrender and love.
đź’ Ask Yourself:
Am I doing what I do out of love for Jesus—or to earn favor from Him?