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The Miracles of Jesus Christ: A Second Large Catch of Fish (Part Two)
Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsFollowing1. Initially, the disciples fail to recognize Jesus Christ on the shoreline after His resurrection, a recurring challenge among them. When John identifies the stranger as the Lord, Peter immediately dresses and swims about 200 cubits to join Him, showing eagerness to be near Christ. Despite recognizing Him, the disciples sense something different about Christ that they cannot fully comprehend without His guidance. At His invitation to come and eat breakfast, none dare ask who He is, knowing it is the Lord. 2. Peter's response to Christ's advice to recast the net on the right side of the boat demonstrates his growing faith, as he follows the direction without hesitation. The net fills with a massive catch that does not tear, and the disciples show no anxiety or overwhelm. Peter even jumps back into the water to drag the miraculous catch to shore alone, contrasting with the first miracle where the net tore and the boats began to sink. 3. The final miracle of Christ's earthly ministry begins with anxious and bewildered disciples struggling to identify their Lord. By the end of the incident, their weak faith is strengthened, their unbelief dissolved, and their capacity to serve enriched by His presence. Christ's commission acknowledges their growth, marking the start of their new vocation as ministers in the church of God, tending and feeding those called into the Way.
The Post-Resurrection Last Words of Christ (Part Two)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIt is presumptuous to cast aspersions on Thomas, using the cliché 'Doubting Thomas,' as he was braver than most of us would have been in his circumstances.
Proofs of Christ's Resurrection
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThere is more corroboration of evidence for the existence of Jesus Christ and His life experiences than that regarding Alexander the Great or Julius Caesar.
The Post-Resurrection Last Words of Christ (Part Three)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod has called individuals with different temperaments, giving them a variety of spiritual gifts to work interdependently within Christ's Body.

Why Did Jesus Say 'Peace to You'?
Sermon by David C. GrabbeJesus as High Priest was blessing His disciples with peace, as well as declaring Himself to be the Messiah. If we lack peace, we must examine our connection to Him.

Christ's Responsibility, Resurrections, and All in All
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughChrist's resurrection was bodily. He will destroy death before returning control back to the Father, at which time the entire creation would be all in all.

Jesus and the Feast (Part Two): Belief in the Spirit
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughOn the last day of the Feast, Jesus proclaimed Himself as the One who will dispense God's Spirit, amplifying the promise He had made to the woman at the well.
The Post-Resurrection Last Words of Christ (Part One)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe must be involved in proclaiming His message, feeding the flock, living His example, assuming the responsibilities of our awesome commission.
Faithful Thomas!
Article by Martin G. CollinsThe apostle Thomas has been called "doubting Thomas" for centuries. But was he really doubting? There is more to Thomas than this limited caricature.
The Apostle Thomas
Sermonette by Martin G. CollinsEven though the apostle Thomas had a skeptical, show-me approach, needing rock-solid proof, he totally embraced the truth, believing with all his might.
Doors
Sermonette by Joseph B. BaityDoors serve practical purposes, offering privacy, security, and comfort by keeping out unwanted elements or people while also carrying symbolic weight.

1335 (Part One)
'Prophecy Watch' by Charles WhitakerThe 75-day period surrounding Christ's death saw numerous remarkable fulfillments of prophecy. The closing days of this age will be similarly eventful.
Post-Resurrection Lessons
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughOn the Road to Emmaus, some of Christ's followers were agitated, confused, and in turmoil, being unable to put the scriptures and the physical facts together.
John (Part Twenty-Eight)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe book of John provides a plethora of signs corroborating Christ's authenticity and also shows how to live as God would live if He were a man.

Seeing Is Not Believing
'Ready Answer' by Ryan McClureOur senses can be deceived through distraction and misdirection, which becomes especially critical when determining matters of spiritual importance.
'Being Seen of Them Forty Days'
Sermon by Mark SchindlerOn the 40th day on the count to Pentecost, Jesus ascended. The details of His activity before His ascension have not received the focus they should.
Back to Life (Part Three)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsJesus' deliberately delayed His return to Bethany until Lazarus had died so that He could bolster the faith of Martha and His other disciples, then and now.

Without Me, Nothing! (Part One)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe miraculous catch of 153 fish seems to be an anticlimactic ending after Thomas' worship, but the incident is symbolic of Christ's rule over the Church.
Jabez: 'That I May Not Cause Pain'
Sermon by Mark SchindlerJabez's brief but powerful prayer identifies him as a spiritual beacon, a man born in pain who seeks blessing and alignment with God's will.