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“I Want To See Jesus”

“I Want To See Jesus”. People Have Always Had This Desire. “I Want To See Jesus”. Gentiles ( John 12:21 ). Zacchaeus ( Luke 19:2-4 ). Thomas ( John 20:25-29 ). You should not think that you are strange if you have this desire. How Should We Fulfill This Request?.

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“I Want To See Jesus”

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  1. “I Want To See Jesus”

  2. People Have Always Had This Desire “I Want To See Jesus” Gentiles (John 12:21) Zacchaeus (Luke 19:2-4) Thomas (John 20:25-29) You should not think that you are strange if you have this desire.

  3. How Should We Fulfill This Request? “I Want To See Jesus” Peter’s Answer (I Peter 1:8-9) John’s Answer (I John 1:1-4; John 20:30-31) We are encouraged to look to the scriptures and trust the testimony within its pages.

  4. The Testimony Of: John The Baptist “I Want To See Jesus” John was sent to preach Christ (John 1:6-7) John spoke of the superiority of Christ (John 1:15, 27; 3:30) John showed us all, that Jesus was indeed the Son of God (Jn. 1:19-23, 29, 34,36; Is. 40:1-5)

  5. The Testimony Of: Early Disciples “I Want To See Jesus” Andrew was impressed with Jesus (John 1:41) Philip was left with the same impression (John 1:43-45) Later, Nathaniel was also left with these feelings (John 1:49)

  6. The Testimony Of: Jesus’ Mother, Mary “I Want To See Jesus” Mary recognized the authority of Jesus (John 2:1-5) Mary also gave silent testimony at the cross of Calvary (John 19:26-27) She understood what Jesus said concerning His ministry (John 8:23)

  7. The Testimony Of: A Ruler, Nicodemus “I Want To See Jesus” This ruler said His teaching was from God (John 3:2) Nicodemus spoke out in defense from experiencing the Lord (John 7:50-51) Nicodemus’ final testimony was after Jesus’ death (John 19:38-42)

  8. The Testimony Of: The Samaritans “I Want To See Jesus” The woman at the well saw His knowledge (John 4:19, 29) This woman led many others to the Messiah (John 4:39-42) Jesus was more than a good teacher…He was the Messiah, the Son of God

  9. The Testimony Of: The Apostle Peter “I Want To See Jesus” Peter gives ample testimony about who Jesus is (John 6:66) In a time of difficulty, Jesus asked the question, “Will you also go away?” (John 6:67) Peter gives the perfect answer (John 1:68-69)

  10. The Testimony Of: The Multitudes “I Want To See Jesus” Jesus’ miracles produced questions (John 6:42; 7:11-12; 20, 26-31) The Jews had an understanding about Jesus (John 7:15; 10:20-21) The Pharisees were affected by Jesus (John 9:16; 11:47-48; 12:19; 11:49-50)

  11. The Testimony Of: The Officers “I Want To See Jesus” Those who were enemies of Jesus,still found His teaching to be stunning (John 7:46) The officers asked, “Are you also led astray” (John 7:47) The only thing they failed to see was that His teaching led to life eternal

  12. The Testimony Of: A Man Born Blind “I Want To See Jesus” This man who was blind saw things that many people miss (John 9:6-7; 18-23; 25, 33) When the man found out who healed him, he believe on and worshipped Jesus (John 9:35-38)

  13. The Testimony Of: Mary And Martha “I Want To See Jesus” These women believed in the power of Jesus (Jn. 11:21, 32) Martha even believed Jesus could raise Lazarus (John 11:22) Martha even believed in a future resurrection and that Jesus was God’s Son (John 11:23-24; 27; 45-47)

  14. The Testimony Of: Disciples At Supper “I Want To See Jesus” Peter had already given record of Christ’s abilities Even at the end of His ministry, the disciples believed on Him (John 16:30) The disciples had several years to know Jesus and they conclude… Son of God!

  15. The Testimony Of: Pilate The Judge “I Want To See Jesus” Pilate examined Jesus and said, “I find no fault in Him” 3 times (John 18:38; 19:4-6) The crowd would cry, “crucify Him” as Pilate gave in Pilate’s original verdict proves that He was falsely accused, beaten and murdered.

  16. WE HAVE SEEN THE TESTIMONY “I Want To See Jesus” Will you believe, even though you have not seen Him? Will you give Him your life, because He gave His life for you? The testimony is overwhelming and cannot be denied!

  17. If You Want To See Jesus Someday... “I Want To See Jesus” HEAR John 12:48 BELIEVE John 8:24 REPENT Luke 13:3,5 CONFESS Matt. 10:32-33 BAPTIZED Mark 16:16 FAITHFUL Matt. 24:13

  18. ALL WILL SEE JESUS AGAIN... “I Want To See Jesus” Some to condemnation, some to salvation (II Cor. 5:11) Will you say, “I will not believe, unless I see Him” or “I will believe so that I can see Him” If you wait to see Him before you believe, it will be too late!!!

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