Pastor Mike Continues with our study in the Gospel of John.
This Bible Study centers on Jesus' divine identity, affirming His equality with God the Father through His actions, words, and authority, particularly in the context of Sabbath healing. Drawing from John 5:18–24, it emphasizes that Jesus' claim to be the Son of God and His power to give life and judge are rooted in His eternal relationship with the Father, not in self-exaltation but in divine purpose. The preacher underscores that Jesus' miracles, including healing the man invalid for 38 years, were not merely acts of compassion but signs that authenticated His messianic mission and revealed God's redemptive plan. The response of the religious leaders—marked by anger, bitterness, and a refusal to marvel—illustrates how entrenched tradition and hatred can blind one to the truth of God's presence in Christ. Ultimately, the sermon calls listeners to recognize Jesus as the one true God, worthy of honor, faith, and worship, and to respond with repentance and belief in the eternal life He offers.