Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - John 3 (2 Corinthians 4:3-4; John 2:19 & 23-25; 3:1-17; 14:6; 1 Corinthians 1:17; Romans 10:9-11 & 13; Matthew 7:21-23)

One thing we all strive to know is the truth. This sounds basic and simple, but in a world of lies, we seek out to know the truth. There was a man in John 3 that came to Jesus to ask some questions, but the conversation went in a very unexpected direction. Jesus turns the encounter into a heart to heart conversation about eternal life. This man simply wanted to talk to Jesus, but he left that day with the truth that would change his life. In a world filled with confusion and lies, Jesus is the way, the TRUTH, and the life!

Series description:

Have you ever experienced something that completely threw you off because it was so different from what you expected?
When we read the Gospels, it's easy to wonder why so many people rejected Jesus. Why didn’t they recognize Him as the Messiah and worship Him?
The truth is—everything about Jesus was unexpected. From the way He entered the world—born to poor parents and laid in a manger—to the way He loved and forgave sinners, outcasts, and even enemies.
The Gospel of John is especially unique because it highlights the surprising, counter-cultural things Jesus said and did. It shows us a Savior who pursued personal relationships with the most unlikely people.
Through John’s account, we’re invited to take a journey and experience the unexpected grace and love of Jesus—a love that still transforms lives today.

UNEXPECTED: The Book of John Unexpected Truth I. THE LIE: Being moral can save me A. my good works will save me B. my religious beliefs will save me C. my heritage will save me II. THE TRUTH: You must be born again III. THE TRUTH: Salvation means being born again A. salvation starts with conviction B. salvation requires confession C. salvation comes through believing Illustration #1a: AI Image - Little girl in flood, in a boat with puppy Illustration #1b: AI Image - President Trump walking in flood waters Illustration #1c: AI Image - Pope in a puff jacket Illustration #2a: Moses with bronze serpent on a pole Illustration #2​b: Moses with bronze serpent on a pole