Jesus Is the Way, the Truth, and the Life
Pastor Gary reflects on Jesus’ words in John 14: “I am the way, and the truth, and the life,” alongside Stephen’s witness in Acts 7. Together, these readings invite us to ask a deeply honest question: when we pray, are we asking God to follow our way, or are we being shaped by the way of Jesus?
As Easter moves toward Pentecost, this message reminds us that prayer in Jesus’ name is not about control, easy answers, or getting everything we want. It is about trusting the path Christ has already shown us — a way marked by mercy, forgiveness, courage, justice, and love. Stephen’s final prayer shows what that kind of faith can look like, even in the hardest moments.
What You’ll Learn:
What it means to pray “in Jesus’ name”
Why Jesus’ words in John 14 still matter for our lives today
How Stephen’s prayer in Acts 7 reflects the way of Christ
Why prayer is less about control and more about trust
How Jesus’ way leads us toward mercy, forgiveness, and justice
Scripture Section:
Acts 7:55–60 — Stephen’s witness, prayer, and forgiveness
John 14:1–14 — Jesus as the way, the truth, and the life
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