Week 7: Believe When the World Rages
3/8/2026
Main Passage: John 16:16–33

Jesus knows that the disciples will mourn His death.  And so He prepares them that thought they will mourn, this will ultimately lead to rejoicing.  How can we trust in Jesus when the world around us seems to be falling apart? 

Week 6: Believe in the Holy Spirit
3/1/2026
Main Passage: John 15:26–16:15; 14:25–31

Jesus teaches more on the Holy Spirit on this night than at any other time.  It was a startling concept for the apostles just like it is for many of us.  Do we believe that the Holy Spirit lives in us?  If so, are we actively interacting with Him and relying on His power?

Week 5: Believe in the Vine
2/22/2026
Main Passage: John 15:1–11

In one of the most encouraging texts of the Bible Jesus invites us to abide in Him and promises to abide in us.  What would an abiding relationship with Him look like?  And is that possible for all of us.  Jesus asks us to believe Him that it is, and that this life is better than anything the world could offer.

Week 4: Believe in the Power of Jesus in Us
2/15/2026
Main Passage: John 14:12–14

Jesus promises that we will do the same kinds of things that he did.  Is that possible?  Do we believe it is possible?  The answers to these questions will change how we interact with Him.

Week 3: Believe Jesus is the Way
2/8/2026
Main Passage: John 14:1–11

Sometimes it’s hard to know what to do.   When asked about this Jesus replied that He IS the way, truth, and life.  How do we walk in belief when we are not given specifics?  The answer lies in the person of Jesus.

Week 2: Believe in Servant Leadership
2/1/2026
Main Passage: John 13:1–20

Jesus is the ultimate servant leader.  If we believe in Him are we willing to walk the same path of humility rather than seeking the fame, fortune, and firstness of the world?

Series Title: Believe (A Study in John)

What do you believe?  It’s an important question!  The answer will define who you are and how you live your life.  Which is why Jesus spends a lot of time talking about our belief.  On the last night before the crucifixion Jesus taught his disciples a lot.  He spoke of how they should lead, how they should love, the Holy Spirit, and more.  But one theme runs through all these teachings:  the need to believe.  Because belief in Jesus is the cornerstone of the gospel and our entire life of faith.  Will we truly believe in Jesus?

Week 1: Believe in Jesus the Savior
1/25/2026
Main Passage: John 12:35–50

Throughout his last discourse with His Disciples Jesus called them to believe in Him.  There are consequences if we do and if we don’t.  As believing leads to eternal life it is imperative we answer the question: Do we believe?