John 17:20–23. October 11, 2020 (Sunday Morning) John 17:20–24 | Kyle Wells. Civil strife and discord are in the news almost daily. Civil strife and discord are in the news almost daily. We have been divided. Sep 21, 2020, Scripture: Theme: In this pandemic, one of the ugliest problems that have surfaced has been how our political divisions have colored how we see the novel coronavirus. In fact, Christian unity is the very thing he prayed for on the night before he went to the cross. Now, we are later on in Jesus’ instruction as He approaches Gethsemane. This unity is ours even if we belong to different denominations. SERMONS FOR LENT AND EASTER (SUNDAYS IN ORDINARY TIME) This is a great moment in John's gospel. It is given between two worlds. We may have different opinions on eschatology, ecclesiology, baptism, Arminianism, Calvinism, and many other theological questions. ... 21 That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me. Then I thought of that beautiful prayer of the Saviour, "That they all may be one," &c. (Bp. The same has been true for the church since the beginning. Seventh Sunday of Easter - C. John 17:20-26. Christ Presbyterian Church | 36 East Victoria St. Santa Barbara, One Body: Living Into the Unity the Gospel Provides. This sermon will explore the Lord’s desire for the church to united, how we might move in that direction, and how much more we could accomplish if we were one. However, there are divisions among nations, within countries, and even in local communities. We are still in the upper room and … Simpson.) This polarity has led to opposing attitudes and actions. Traditional Service. Our human nature is one of division,and yet Christ calls us to reflects the same oneness with each other as He has with the Father. Critics point to the various divisions as reasons for disbelief. Sermon: “That They May be One” In the six hundredth year of Noah’s life, on the seventeenth day of the second month—on that day all the springs of the great deep burst forth, and the floodgates of the heavens were opened. That They May Be One ...' Sermon. Series: One Body: Living Into the Unity the Gospel Provides. It’s no secret that our country is divided in many ways. Common sense tells us that if we humans united in our efforts, we could do much better in extinguishing the virus. It’s no secret that our country is divided in many ways. That They May Be One In the High Priestly Prayer, Jesus asks the Father to bring unity to those who would believe in Him. Theme: In this pandemic, one of the ugliest problems that have surfaced has been how our political divisions have colored how we see the novel coronavirus. And rain fell on the earth forty days and forty nights. In the High Priestly Prayer, Jesus asks the Father to bring unity to those who would believe in Him. supports HTML5 video, Matt Chandler | Matt Chandler | Sep 21, 2020 . To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that The trunks near the earth stand stiffly and widely apart. "We cannot be neutral or silent when our black brothers and sisters are being harmed. We covered that already in a previous sermon. Watch Sermon. What may be surprising, though, is that many people experience the Christian Church as no different. If you've benefited from our resources, would you consider giving back to help us continue helping men, women and children as they find their place in God's story. Series: One Body: Living Into the Unity the Gospel Provides. 11:00 am. THE POWER OF DARKNESS. We love creating practical, discipleship resources to help you know and love God more. Those of us who have heard "goodbye" speeches before, may not be impressed. Yet, Jesus is not surprised. Scripture: John 17:20–23 Audio M. Sermon: That They May Be One. Durwood L. Buchheim. We stand unified together at the foot of the cross. Is it too late? The more nearly towards heaven they ascend, the closer and closer they come together, until they form one beautiful canopy, under which the sons of men enjoy both shelter and happiness. We must be light in this darkness.