John 5:18-29 “Like Father, Like Son”

John 5:18-29 “Like Father, Like Son”Series: JohnPreacher: Will SpinkSunday MorningDate: 30th October 2023Passage: John 5:18-29-------------------Introduction: A Hard and Holy Concept Jesus’ Direct Claim to Deity (in this passage) A. Jesus is equal with God (5:18) ... In Everything (5:19-20) In Giving Life (5:21, 26) In Judging (5:22, 27) In Being Honored (5:23) B. Jesus is not a rival to God. Loved by God the Father (5:20) Submitting to God the Father (5:19) Liar, Lunatic, or Lord? ... Legend? Jesus’ Indirect Claims to Deity (in other passages) Jesus forgave sins. Jesus taught on his own authority. Jesus performed miracles on his own authority. Jesus applied OT passages about YHWH to Himself. Jesus connected eternity with relationship with Him. Jesus received worship willingly. Application: Believing ... and Submitting ... and Believing Conclusion: The True Son of God