Sermons by Rod Bunton
The Plot to Kill Jesus
John 11:45-57 The miracle of resurrecting Lazarus stirred up those who witnessed and heard about it — some becoming believers and others were threatened by the implications. Pastor Rod Bunton explains the motivation of the Pharisees, who had political reasons to kill Jesus but dot not realize that they were just part of a predetermined plan of God.
Where was Lazarus When He Died?
John 11:28-46 After Lazarus died, Jesus arrived at his tomb and performed the miracle of resurrection. Pastor Rod Bunton uses this event to explore what happened to Lazarus while he was dead and what happens to all believers when we die.
The Death of Lazarus
John 11:1-27 When Jesus receives word from Mary and Martha that their brother was ill and near death, he determines to stay where he was instead of rushing to heal Lazarus. Pastor Rod Bunton explains that while Jesus could have healed his illness, his plan was to orchestrate an event that would have a much greater impact.
The Messiah is God
John 10:30-42 Having just declared that he and the Father are one, Jesus stirred up the anger of the Jews who judged him guilty of blasphemy. Pastor Rod Bunton shows us why they shouldn’t have been surprised at Jesus’ claim since it was clearly prophesied in the Old Testament scriptures.
I and the Father Are One
John 10:22-30 Two months since our last passage, Jesus was confronted once again by the Jews and challenged about his identity as the Christ and so Jesus answers them plainly. Pastor Rod Bunton explains that even though they heard Jesus assert his deity, they still could not believe.
Three Things About the Good Shepherd
John 10:11-18 In the passage leading up this one, Jesus proclaimed himself as the good shepherd. Pastor Rod Bunton teaches from Jesus’s following words as he explains what that means and how to know if you are one of his sheep.
I Am the Good Shepherd
John 10:1-11 Jesus continued to teach and confound the Pharisees through the metaphor of the shepherd and his sheep. Pastor Rod Bunton begins to walk us through this teaching and how it relates to other promises and prophesies in the scriptures.
Jesus Heals a Man Born Blind
John 9 In this chapter, Jesus performs another miracle in the healing of a man born blind who then becomes a believer. Pastor Rod Bunton explains that this both confused and aggravated the Pharisees who heard about it, but inspired the words of John Newton is his hymn, Amazing Grace.
You Have the Wrong Father
John 8:37-59 Jesus entered a debate with those listening to him and he revealed to them that the reason they didn’t believe him was because they were following the wrong father. Pastor Rod Bunton walks us through that debate and the incredible claims that Jesus made at its conclusion.
The Truth Will Set You Free
John 8:31-36 Jesus captured the attention of many who were listening to him at the Feast of Booths and became believers. Pastor Rod Bunton explores Jesus’ response to these new believers, exploring four benefits for those who have true faith.
I Am the Light of the World
John 8:12-30, also John 7:53-8:11 Jesus makes three claims in this passage that frustrate and confuse the Pharisees. Pastor Rod Bunton reviews these claims and how the last was the one that could not be understood or dismissed by the Pharisees but is crucial to all of his followers.
Can This Be the Christ?
John 7:25-52 Having made an appearance and stirring up turmoil by teaching truth, many at the Feast of Booths were confused by Jesus. Pastor Rod Bunton clears up the confusion that the Pharisees were causing because of their ignorance and disbelief.