Hope Alliance Nazareth

Jesus begins his prayer by asking to be glorified. He is praying for the reality of resurrection in the face of the cross. This resurrection will not only glorify Jesus, but also the Father. And it w…

Pastor Jim discusses how Jesus sends his Holy Spirit to his disciples to minster TO them and THROUGH them, emphasizing the need to surrender to the Holy Spirit to actually experience his life changin…

Pastor Jim discusses how true disciples of Jesus will face resistance from a world opposed to His ways, emphasizing the need to prioritize allegiance to the kingdom of God over worldly values such as…

Pastor Jim examines John 15 of Jesus' analogy of himself as the true vine, stressing the significance of bearing fruit to glorify God. This fruit represents sincere and enduring worship and love for …

In his discussion of John 14, Jim highlights Jesus' promise to send the Holy Spirit. "The Holy Spirit is the presence of Jesus who empowers us to love and obey Jesus." He elaborates on the significan…

In a discussion of Jesus's farewell discourse from John 14, Pastor Jim underscores the theme of destination, with Jesus heading to his father's house and full unity with God, while urging the discipl…

Pastor Jim examines the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus to Mary Magdalene, Thomas, and Peter, particularly focusing on Peter's impulsive nature and his denial of Jesus. The narrative emphasize…

Pastor Jim explores the theme of doubt and belief through the lens of Thomas in John 20, acknowledging doubt as a common experience among disciples and people of faith. By examining Thomas's encounte…

In this teaching, Pastor Jim looks into the interaction that the resurrected Jesus has with Mary Magdalene outside the garden tomb.  Though Mary is looking for the living among the dead, and mistakes…

Pastor Jim reflects on the profound significance of Jesus's resurrection, showing it to be the beginning of new creation and the foundation of our faith. Through Christ's resurrection, believers are …

As Jesus welcomed the disciples to the table, he also bowed low to humbly wash their feet. But it wasn't feet he was actually offering to wash. It was hearts. Jesus has invited everyone to his table,…

Pastor Jim examines John 12, following the resurrection of Lazarus in John 11, and focuses on the events leading to Jesus's crucifixion. The narrative explores Mary's sacrificial act of worship, Juda…

Pastor Jim explores the narrative of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead, focusing on Jesus' hatred of death and the sin that causes it. Through weeping with Mary and raising Lazarus from the dead, J…

In this exploration of John 11:1-27, Pastor Jim looks at the famous the narrative of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead, unveiling the dual nature of Jesus as both human and divine. Motivated by lov…

Pastor Jim highlights how the claims Jesus makes in John 10 were messianic in nature, dating all the way back to the prophet Ezekiel.  Emphasizing Jesus as the ultimate shepherd for souls, he contras…

Pastor Jim looks at the story of Jesus healing the blind man in John 9, considering the profound philosophical issue of the problem of pain and the providential will of God. Jesus clarifies that the …

Pastor Jim explores Jesus challenging the Pharisees at the feast of tabernacles by offering living water and claiming to be the light of the world. Despite initial resistance, some individuals believ…

Jesus' brother encourage him to go to Jerusalem during the feast and gather a crowd and further his ministry. John tells us they say this because they don't believe in him. They want Jesus to prove h…

Pastor Jim looks into the stories of the feeding of the five thousand and Jesus walking on water from John 6, framed within the context of the Passover. These miracles showcase Jesus' abundant provis…

In this discussion of John 4, Pastor Jim explores the idea that fulfillment is found in the presence of God and sustenance is found in the purposes of God.  Using the Samaritan woman at the well as a…