John?s account of the resurrection has embedded in it three incredible stories, three encounters with the risen Savior that reveal much about what barriers these three had to belief in Jesus, and what barriers exist for us. Be careful, you just might find your barriers coming down.

When it comes to Good Friday, often we take a serious and somber approach to the day. And it was the greatest injustice ever to occur. But there is something to celebrate as well and that was that Jesus was alone. Sound strange? Give a listen to this message in John.

There are three important questions you need to ask about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Did it really happen - what does resurrection look like - and why is the resurrection important to me?

Why is Palm Sunday so significant? And why did Jesus do things like ride on a donkey and why did people wave palm branches, sing Hosanna and throw their cloaks on the ground? The answers are all in a game of chess.

No one really expected the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Today we focus on the expectations of two of those who first saw Jesus: John and Mary. What they expected, and how Jesus actually met them, can help your relationship with Jesus too.

What do you expect from Jesus? The people, disciples, and the religious leaders had some very specific expectations of Jesus on Palm Sunday. He shattered all of them, just as He shatters our expectations as well. And that\'s a good thing!

For some of us, the resurrection of Jesus Christ is a reminder, not of the victory over death, but the death of victory in our lives. We fear really relishing in the resurrection because of our own failures, fears, and weaknesses. If that\'s you, then I\'ve got some really good news for you!

There is one prophecy in the Bible that above all others can pinpoint with certainty whether or not Jesus is or is not the promised Messiah. All you need is some math.

Peter blew it, that\'s for certain. He denied the Lord three times. But in Chapter 21 we see the gentle way Jesus restores Peter to fellowship and purpose. He does the same for us.

The reality of the resurrection dawned slowly on those involved. Each was missing a crucial piece of the story. How does Jesus put the story of His new life together for you?

Most of us know the crucifixion story and what it means. But have you ever considered what Jesus was thinking and feeling on the cross? It may surprise and comfort you.

Six groups or individuals think they can handle Jesus. Their reactions are similar to ours when we encounter the truth of Jesus Christ. Which group are you in?

What is on Jesus\' heart when he prays for himself, and for you? How could this change your prayers?

As followers of Jesus we all have difficulties that face us in life. In John 16 Jesus tells us that the Holy Spirit comes to help us not only overcome but be at peace when life feels anything but peaceful. We just need to reach into the bag!

Jesus moves from talking about being in the vine to abiding in his love, words, and joy. Learn about what it means to have so much of Jesus in you that you just can\'t keep it in any more!

Jesus uses the picture of a vineyard to teach us about how to have real life, good fruit and benefit from the Lord pruning our lives.\r\n

Many of your ideas about the Holy Spirit are wrong. What is the real role and purpose of Jesus representative on earth in your life?

Jesus\' disciples are more than a little anxious about his declaration that he was going and somewhere they couldn\'t follow yet. He reveals a wonderful promise of hope to all of us who feel this place is not our home either.

Are you ashamed to be served by Jesus? Be careful how you answer. As Jesus demonstrates what real love is, he also recoils at real betrayal.\r\n

This chapter provides some real contrasts between real and trumped up worship, real belief and real betrayal. It is all a part of preparing Jesus for the cross and preparing us to receive him.