St. Whonow? | In the Beginning...

Episode 200 of the St. John's United Methodist Church - Edwardsville, IL podcast, hosted by St. John's Communications Team, titled "St. Whonow? | In the Beginning..." was published on July 5, 2020 and runs 24 minutes.

July 5, 2020 ·24m · St. John's United Methodist Church - Edwardsville, IL

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Summary

by Rev. Grant ArmstrongSunday, July 5, 2020John 1:1-17Donate Online - Secure, web-based giving for St. John's UMC SERMON NOTES I. St. John’s faith speaks to the wider world in familiar terms.II. Jesus’ place in history predates history.III. The incarnation - God’s presence in human form - is still central to the church today. FOR DISCUSSION AND REFLECTION- What is your earliest clear memory?- What's one thing you learned about St. John as a person that you didn't necessarily know before?- Why does it matter that John would use terms familiar with people outside of the Jewish/Christian tradition to speak about Christ? - John's Gospel tries to counter several misconceptions about Jesus (sometimes called heresies), including the idea that Jesus was created, and not eternal. Why does it matter that Jesus is eternal?- Why is the physical presence of God among us so important to John's understanding of love and faithfulness?- How is God inviting you to embody love and faithfulness through your presence this week?- What is God saying to you through today's scripture?

Episode Description

by Rev. Grant Armstrong Sunday, July 5, 2020 John 1:1-17 Donate Online - Secure, web-based giving for St. John's UMC

SERMON NOTES I. St. John’s faith speaks to the wider world in familiar terms. II. Jesus’ place in history predates history. III. The incarnation - God’s presence in human form - is still central to the church today.

FOR DISCUSSION AND REFLECTION - What is your earliest clear memory? - What's one thing you learned about St. John as a person that you didn't necessarily know before? - Why does it matter that John would use terms familiar with people outside of the Jewish/Christian tradition to speak about Christ? - John's Gospel tries to counter several misconceptions about Jesus (sometimes called heresies), including the idea that Jesus was created, and not eternal. Why does it matter that Jesus is eternal? - Why is the physical presence of God among us so important to John's understanding of love and faithfulness? - How is God inviting you to embody love and faithfulness through your presence this week? - What is God saying to you through today's scripture?