# read john (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover read john. Page: Feed: --- ## [Truth and Boundaries](https://sov.church/messages/truth-and-boundaries/) _2026-08-16 · Shepherd of the Valley Messages_ Icebreaker: If you worked in a kitchen, what kind of food would you make? Did you ever get yelled at in school? If so, for what? Observation: Read 2 John 1:3 How do you see Jesus embody truth and love? Read 2 John 1:4-6 John describes that we walk in truth, obedience, and love? Do you think these things are one in the same or different? If so, how? Read 2 John 1:7-11 What do you think was going on… [Listen](https://sov.church/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/8-16-Message.mp3) ## [Love of Stranger](https://sov.church/messages/love-of-stranger/) _2026-08-09 · Shepherd of the Valley Messages_ Icebreaker What’s the one of the most memorable meals you’ve ever shared with someone? Who has made you feel especially welcomed or “at home”? What did they do? Observation: Read John 21:15-19 Put yourself in Peter’s shoes, what might be going through his mind? Why do you think Jesus asks Peter, “Do you love me?” before telling him, “Feed my sheep”? What can we learn from this? Read 3 John 1:1-8… [Listen](https://sov.church/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/8-9-Message.mp3) ## [What’s Fear Got To Do With It?](https://sov.church/messages/whats-fear-got-to-do-with-it/) _2026-08-02 · Shepherd of the Valley Messages_ Icebreaker : What’s something you’re irrationally afraid of – or used to be? (ex. spiders, heights, public speaking…) Observation Read 1 John 4:7–21 together. What is John trying to tell us about God’s love in this passage? What reasons does John give for why believers should love one another? What reasons do we tend to use in determining how we treat one another? Read verse 18 again. What do you… [Listen](https://sov.church/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/08-02-Message.mp3) ## [Truth in the Age of Deception](https://sov.church/messages/truth-in-the-age-of-deception/) _2026-07-26 · Shepherd of the Valley Messages_ Opener With so much information available today (podcasts, social media, news), how do you personally decide which commentators or public figures you can trust? Have you ever believed something in the past that you later realized was completely untrue or misleading? What helped you realize the truth? Scripture The Voice of the Good Shepherd Read John 10:1–5, 11–15 How do the sheep learn to… [Listen](https://sov.church/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/7-26-Message.mp3) ## [Love is Sometimes Spelled “Do”](https://sov.church/messages/love-is-sometimes-spelled-do/) _2026-07-19 · Shepherd of the Valley Messages_ Icebreaker Options: 1. What’s something simple that someone did for you that made a big impact? 2. Think of someone who has demonstrated Christ-like love to you. What did they do that made you feel loved? Observation Read: John 13:1–17, 34–35 and 1 John 2:7–11 (optionally add 1 John 3:16–18). 1. Why do you think John keeps returning to the theme of love throughout his letter instead of mentioning… [Listen](https://sov.church/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/7-19-Message.mp3) ## [Fellowship with God and One Another](https://sov.church/messages/fellowship-with-god-and-one-another/) _2026-07-12 · Shepherd of the Valley Messages_ Opener 1. have you experienced a strong sense of belonging—to a family, team, church, or community? What made it feel that way? 2. Our culture offers countless ways to “connect,” yet many people still feel lonely. Why do you think genuine community is so difficult to find today? Sermon Questions Jesus’ Prayer for Unity Read John 17:20–23 1. What stands out to you about Jesus’ prayer? 2. Jesus… [Listen](https://sov.church/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/7-12-Message.mp3) ## [Rule of Life: Sabbath & Slowing](https://sov.church/messages/rule-of-life-sabbath-slowing/) _2026-07-05 · Shepherd of the Valley Messages_ Icebreakers 1. Be honest, do you speed? 2. What is an activity that is particularly restorative or restful for you? Scripture Questions Read Genesis 2:2-3. 1. Why do you think Scripture includes God resting on the seventh day? 2. What is the significance of God making the seventh day holy? Read Mark 2:23-28, specifically verse 28. 3. What does Jesus mean by Sabbath was made for man not man for the… [Listen](https://sov.church/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/7-5-Message.mp3) ## [The Holy Spirit Grows Good Things](https://sov.church/messages/the-holy-spirit-grows-good-things/) _2026-06-28 · Shepherd of the Valley Messages_ Opener 1. What’s something you’ve tried to grow—plants, a project, a hobby—that didn’t go quite the way you hoped? 2. Looking back, what’s one challenge in your life that God used to grow something good in you? Discussion Questions 1. In Genesis 2, what do the two trees represent? How do we see those two choices show up in the Biblical story or in our own lives? 2. Paul contrasts two ways of… [Listen](https://sov.church/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/6-28-Message.mp3) ## [For The Family](https://sov.church/messages/for-the-family/) _2026-06-21 · Shepherd of the Valley Messages_ Opener When you were growing up, what is one spiritual habit or practice you remember from your home (positive or negative)? If someone walked into your home for a week, what would they say you “talk about most”? Discussion 1. God Our Creator We often live as if we are “self-made.” Where do you feel that pressure most in your life right now? Psalm 139 says we are “fearfully and wonderfully made.”… [Listen](https://sov.church/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/6-21-Message.mp3) ## [How Do I Hear The Holy Spirit? Part 2](https://sov.church/messages/how-do-i-hear-the-holy-spirit-part-2/) _2026-06-14 · Shepherd of the Valley Messages_ Opener 1. Have you ever missed something that was right in front of you, only to have someone point it out? What happened? 2. When do you feel most aware, attentive, or present in your everyday life? What helps you slow down enough to notice what is going on around you? Discussion 1. Read 1 Kings 19:11-12. Elijah expected to encounter God in dramatic displays of power, but God came in a gentle… [Listen](https://sov.church/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/6-14-Message.mp3) ## [Refer a Friend, Earn Rewards (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/273Kvp5QhlM6) _2026-06-14 · **Sponsored**_ Earn rewards when a friend signs up for the Graphite Business Card ## [The Resurrection of Our Lord](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rev-paul-j-cain/episodes/The-Resurrection-of-Our-Lord-e3ha6o9) _2026-04-05 · Rev. Paul J Cain, Narrator · Devotions from Steadfast Lutherans_ Mark 16:6-7 [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/980a2b0/podcast/play/117823689/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-1%2F421232646-44100-2-8f3ff1de24655.m4a) ## [The Vigil of the Resurrection of Our Lord](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rev-paul-j-cain/episodes/The-Vigil-of-the-Resurrection-of-Our-Lord-e3ha6js) _2026-04-04 · Rev. Paul J Cain, Narrator · Devotions from Steadfast Lutherans_ Read Luke 23:56 [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/980a2b0/podcast/play/117823548/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-1%2F421232430-44100-2-2b9426ff1f1c3.m4a) ## [Good Friday](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rev-paul-j-cain/episodes/Good-Friday-e3ha6he) _2026-04-03 · Rev. Paul J Cain, Narrator · Devotions from Steadfast Lutherans_ Read John 17:15 [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/980a2b0/podcast/play/117823470/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-1%2F421232309-44100-2-67903e7349004.m4a) ## [Maundy Thursday](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rev-paul-j-cain/episodes/Maundy-Thursday-e3ha6ei) _2026-04-02 · Rev. Paul J Cain, Narrator · Devotions from Steadfast Lutherans_ Read John 13:27, 30-31 [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/980a2b0/podcast/play/117823378/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-1%2F421232171-44100-2-d8997a358e4d1.m4a) ## [Wednesday in Holy Week](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rev-paul-j-cain/episodes/Wednesday-in-Holy-Week-e3h8n1k) _2026-04-01 · Rev. Paul J Cain, Narrator · Devotions from Steadfast Lutherans_ Pray Matthew 6:13 [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/980a2b0/podcast/play/117774836/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-31%2F421165731-44100-2-2f47ab2aa461.m4a) ## [Tuesday in Holy Week](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rev-paul-j-cain/episodes/Tuesday-in-Holy-Week-e3h7336) _2026-03-31 · Rev. Paul J Cain, Narrator · Devotions from Steadfast Lutherans_ Read Matthew 26:41 [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/980a2b0/podcast/play/117721638/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-31%2F421094705-44100-2-51532abbe351f.m4a) ## [Monday in Holy Week](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rev-paul-j-cain/episodes/Monday-in-Holy-Week-e3h4v4q) _2026-03-30 · Rev. Paul J Cain, Narrator · Devotions from Steadfast Lutherans_ Pray Matthew 6:13 [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/980a2b0/podcast/play/117652058/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-29%2F421001222-44100-2-9d1d2fd3ee994.m4a) ## [Palm Sunday](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rev-paul-j-cain/episodes/Palm-Sunday-e3h3rta) _2026-03-29 · Rev. Paul J Cain, Narrator · Devotions from Steadfast Lutherans_ Read Matthew 21:5/Zechariah 9:9 [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/980a2b0/podcast/play/117615978/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-28%2F420953724-44100-2-949b16e727372.m4a) ## [Saturday of Lent 5](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rev-paul-j-cain/episodes/Saturday-of-Lent-5-e3h2o8c) _2026-03-28 · Rev. Paul J Cain, Narrator · Devotions from Steadfast Lutherans_ Read Isaiah 53:6 [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/980a2b0/podcast/play/117579468/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-27%2F420905203-44100-2-17f63174d904d.m4a) ## [Crypto Payments, No Custody (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/8RxfgUJJINnq) _2026-03-28 · **Sponsored**_ Send crypto to merchant wallets via API with real-time updates and automatic fees. ## [Friday of Lent 5](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rev-paul-j-cain/episodes/Friday-of-Lent-5-e3h01g4) _2026-03-27 · Rev. Paul J Cain, Narrator · Devotions from Steadfast Lutherans_ Read Matthew 18:28-35 [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/980a2b0/podcast/play/117490628/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-26%2F420785292-44100-2-f2adb52a46695.m4a)