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In this episode, Darrell Johnson continues his deep dive into Genesis 1-11, focusing on the poetic and theological richness of Genesis 1:1-2:3. He explores the structured, intentional design of the creation narrative, highlighting the centrality of God as Creator. Through a careful literary and theological analysis, Darrell unpacks the significance of God's creative work, the implications of being made in His image, and the profound rhythm of rest woven into creation. Whether you're familiar with Genesis or engaging with it for the first time, this lecture offers profound insights into the foundation of the biblical story. This episode is Lecture 2 titled "The Song of Creation" from Darrell's digital course Genesis 1-11: The Story That Makes Sense of Our Stories. In this course, we'll study Genesis 1-11. These chapters cover creation, humanity's origins, the entrance of evil, the fall, and the need for rescue - all setting the stage for the gospel. Here, we will discover the story that makes sense of all stories. Follow the link to learn more & browse Darrell's other digital course offerings: https://darrell-johnson-courses.thinkific.com/
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Today, we’re concluding a 6-week series that Darrell taught on the Gospel of John in 1996 at Glendale Presbyterian Church in California, and stepping into one of Darrell’s most beloved parts of Scripture. John has long been a favourite of his—he’s spent decades returning to it, teaching it, and inviting others to encounter Jesus through its pages. In this final message, Darrell brings us to John 13:1–17, where Jesus takes up a towel and washes His disciples’ feet—revealing a King unlike any we expect. Here, we see that the heart of God’s authority is not power, but self-giving love; not being served, but serving. And in this surprising act, Darrell shows us that the cross is not a contradiction of Jesus’ kingship, but its clearest expression, as He invites us not only to receive His grace, but to extend it to one another. __ FREE Intro to the Gospel of John course with Darrell Johnson Give to the Ministry of Darrell Johnson Darrell's Books Subscribe to Darrell's Mailing List Website | darrelljohnson.ca YouTube | youtube.com/darrelljohnson
Today, we’re in Week 5 of a 6-week series that Darrell taught on the Gospel of John in 1996 at Glendale Presbyterian Church in California, and stepping into one of Darrell’s most beloved parts of Scripture. John has long been a favourite of his—he’s spent decades returning to it, teaching it, and inviting others to encounter Jesus through its pages. In this message, Darrell examines a story from John 4:43–54. In this passage, we meet a royal official who comes to Jesus desperate—his son is dying, and he’s looking for a miracle. But what unfolds is not quite what he expected. Instead of immediately going with him, Jesus speaks a challenging word. Darrell draws our attention to the power of Jesus’ voice. We find that a word from Jesus doesn’t just describe reality, but creates it. His word invites us to trust, obey, and give up control, even when we can’t yet see the outcome. And ultimately, Jesus speaks the kind of word that gives more than we ask for—not just healing, but life itself. __ Regent College Regent College Summer Programs — Give to the Ministry of Darrell Johnson Darrell's Books Subscribe to Darrell's Mailing List Website | darrelljohnson.ca YouTube | youtube.com/darrelljohnson
Today, we’re in Week 4 a 6-week series that Darrell taught on the Gospel of John in 1996 at Glendale Presbyterian Church in California, and stepping into one of Darrell’s most beloved parts of Scripture. John has long been a favourite of his—he’s spent decades returning to it, teaching it, and inviting others to encounter Jesus through its pages. In this message from John 4, Darrell continues to reflect on the woman at the well as the first great witness to Jesus—someone whose encounter with Christ overflowed into invitation: “Come and see.” He explores how genuine evangelism isn’t forced, but flows naturally from a life transformed by Jesus’ love and dignity. Darrell suggests we are living in times of renewed openness, where people are searching for something more. Ultimately, he invites us to keep the focus on Jesus, share our own story, and trust that the good news will overflow as we ourselves are filled with living water. __ Regent College Regent College Summer Programs — Give to the Ministry of Darrell Johnson Darrell's Books Subscribe to Darrell's Mailing List Website | darrelljohnson.ca YouTube | youtube.com/darrelljohnson
Today, we’re in Week 3 of a 6-week series that Darrell taught on the Gospel of John in 1996 at Glendale Presbyterian Church in California, and stepping into one of Darrell’s most beloved parts of Scripture. John has long been a favourite of his—he’s spent decades returning to it, teaching it, and inviting others to encounter Jesus through its pages. In today's message, Darrell unpacks one of the most personal encounters in all of Scripture: Jesus and the woman at the well, drawn from John 4:1-26. In this passage, Jesus meets a woman carrying deep thirst—thirst she doesn’t fully understand, and hasn’t been able to satisfy. And step by step, He breaks through every barrier—cultural, relational, even the barriers within her own heart—to lead her to something more. Here, Jesus reveals himself as the One who quenches our deepest thirst. Not just offering relief, but becoming in us a well of living water. __ Regent College Regent College Summer Programs — Give to the Ministry of Darrell Johnson Darrell's Books Subscribe to Darrell's Mailing List Website | darrelljohnson.ca YouTube | youtube.com/darrelljohnson