The Gospel of John: Stairway of Heaven | Pastor Lee Cummings
Channel: Radiant Church
Date: 07/05/2023

Pastor Lee Cummings kicks off our Gospel of John series with a can't-miss word from John 1. Through this sermon, Pastor Lee shares how Jesus came to Earth to reveal God, redeem humanity, and offer eternal life through belief in him.

The prologue of the Gospel of John emphasizes the divine nature of Jesus, stating that he was with God in the beginning and that all things were made through him.

The word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, full of grace and truth.

The Gospel of John is different from the synoptic gospels, as it starts with the creation and presents a unique perspective on Jesus' teachings and actions.

John chapter 1 presents the concept of Jesus taking five steps from heaven into history as he begins his earthly ministry, highlighting the significance of his incarnation.

The Bible is filled with unfathomable riches of Christ that are beyond human comprehension.

The Book of John is built on the foundation of seven signs that Jesus performs to prove his identity.

The Gospel of John reveals a "stairway of Heaven," showcasing Jesus' eternal existence and perfect communion with the Father and Holy Spirit.

The journey of Jesus from being carried in a womb to becoming aware of his Divine identity is a unique and profound development.

The act of Jesus being baptized, despite being sinless, challenges the traditional understanding of baptism as the washing away of sins.

God's eternal purpose was for Jesus to bridge the gap between Heaven and Earth, paying for the sins of the world and redeeming fallen mankind.

The Old Testament prophets had no idea that the Redeemer would be God Himself, showing the unexpected nature of God's plan for redemption.

John the Baptist, raised up by God as a forerunner, prepared the way for Jesus' coming, fulfilling the prophecy in Isaiah chapter 40.

John the Baptist identifies Jesus as the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world, highlighting Jesus's role in redemption.