Shows
Anush A. John PodcastMustards and Monarchs - Freedom in the Kingdom of GodSend us a textWhat is the Kingdom of God and what are its characteristics? This talk explores the freedom one can experience by interacting with the Kingdom of God. https://www.anushjohn.com/post/mustards-and-monarchsanushjohn.com2024-07-0833 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Sound of Sheep - The Deception of DevotionSend us a textIs our devotion what we think it is? Or are we cutting corners in our commitment to God? This sermon looks at Saul and his assignment.anushjohn.com2024-07-0134 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Beauty of the GospelSend us a textThe talk explores the dire condition of humans, the consequences of sin, and what God has graciously done to help us in light of his attributes. The gospel gives hope to humanity. anushjohn.com2024-05-0542 min
Anush A. John PodcastCultural and Archaeological Credibility of the BibleSend us a textThe biblical accuracy is unparalleled when compared to ancient documents. This sermon looks at a few cultural and archaeological details that demonstrate its credibility. anushjohn.com2024-05-0121 min
Anush A. John PodcastOverview of God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit and the TrinitySend us a textThis sermon makes a measly attempt to do an overview of God and the Trinity if that is even possible. anushjohn.com2024-04-2846 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Mind Behind - Beauty and Complexity as Evidence for GodSend us a textDid the universe happen by chance?This sermon argues that it did not and further that the beauty and complexity of the universe give evidence for the existence of a creator, God. anushjohn.com2024-04-2414 min
Anush A. John PodcastSalty Fish - Engaging the CultureSend us a textHow is the Christian faith different than the culture in which it is? Is there any compatibility between the Christian Faith and culture? If not, how does a Christian engage with the culture? anushjohn.com2024-04-1725 min
Anush A. John PodcastPrayer and God's WillSend us a textWhy bother praying if what will happen will happen? Why bother praying since many prayers are not answered anyway? These and other questions are explored in this recent sermon! anushjohn.com2024-04-1527 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Seamless Tunic - On Guilt and ShameSend us a textMany people suffer from crippling guilt and shame. What is the difference between the two and is there a way out of it?https://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-seamless-tunicPhoto by Gage Walker on Unsplashanushjohn.com2023-11-2728 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Journey of a Fall - On FailureSend us a textTbilisi, Republic of Georgia, October 2023Even the best of us fall. Many times the higher the position the greater the fall. This talk explores the tragic but redeeming journey of such a fall.https://www.anushjohn.com/post/journey-of-a-fallanushjohn.com2023-10-0933 min
Anush A. John PodcastA Rabbi's Responsibility - Mentoring and DiscipleshipSend us a texthttps://www.anushjohn.com/post/a-rabbi-s-responsibilityTbilisi, Republic of Georgia, October 2023anushjohn.com2023-10-0836 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Person Matters - On Competency and AuthenticitySend us a texthttps://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-person-mattersTbilisi, Republic of Georgia, October 2023anushjohn.com2023-10-0740 min
Anush A. John PodcastMandates and Means - On Vision and StrategySend us a textTbilisi, Republic of Georgia, October 2023https://www.anushjohn.com/post/mandates-and-meansanushjohn.com2023-10-0637 min
Anush A. John PodcastPlease Forgive Me - On ConfessionSend us a textWe make mistakes constantly. How can one obtain forgiveness? This sermon looks at the kinds of confessions we make, explores repentance, and evaluates the consequences of our actions. https://www.anushjohn.com/post/please-forgive-meanushjohn.com2023-07-1631 min
Anush A. John PodcastPros and Cons - The Cost of DiscipleshipSend us a textThere are costs and consequences to every decision. The decision to follow Christ is not one of blind faith. This sermon explores the cost of following Jesus. https://www.anushjohn.com/post/pros-and-consanushjohn.com2023-06-0442 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Moral Polaris - On TruthSend us a text"What is truth?" has been a question asked throughout the ages. This sermon explores the meaning of truth, the possibility of relative truth, and the ramifications in human lives. https://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-moral-polarisanushjohn.com2023-06-0434 min
Anush A. John PodcastA Disciple's Character - The Sermon on the MountSend us a textThere are no criteria to fulfill in order to become a Christian. However, once a person becomes a follower of Christ, their character must get better over time. Jesus shows some aspects of a Christian's character in the Sermon on the Mount.https://www.anushjohn.com/post/a-disciple-s-dispositionanushjohn.com2023-06-0338 min
Anush A. John PodcastIntentional Freedom - Sin, Slavery and FreedomSend us a textMany of us live in a "free world." But, is it possible that our freedom is only external and superficial? This sermon explores briefly the concept of sin and a radical method of freedom.https://www.anushjohn.com/post/intentional-freedomCover Picture: From Shawshank Redemption, 1994 https://img.moviesrankings.com/t/p/w1280/4azlwV1nBCtJXGtZssKltv5HwjS.jpg anushjohn.com2023-03-2034 min
Anush A. John PodcastCan I Trust the Bible?Send us a textWhy should anyone trust a 2000-year-old book?This sermon examines the credibility of the Bible in light of contemporary opinions.https://www.anushjohn.com/post/can-i-trust-the-bibleanushjohn.com2023-01-3033 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Wedding Countdown - The Marriage of the LambSend us a textSometimes the best things come after the longest wait. This sermon will look at a countdown for an event that will be the focus of the future.https://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-wedding-countdown Photo by Jeremy Wong Weddings on Unsplashanushjohn.com2022-10-3030 min
Anush A. John PodcastInsignificant Voices - The Story of NaamanSend us a texthttps://www.anushjohn.com/post/insignificant-voicesPicture: Photo by Sean Foster on Unsplash anushjohn.com2022-10-0325 min
Anush A. John PodcastIs the Christian Faith Relevant Today?Send us a textHow can a 2000 year old message be relevant today? This sermon examines the Christian faith briefly in light of other worldviews. https://www.anushjohn.com/post/is-the-christian-faith-relevant-todayanushjohn.com2022-10-0239 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Problem at Nazareth - On IndifferenceSend us a texthttps://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-problem-at-nazarethanushjohn.com2022-10-0140 min
Addiction Medicine Journal Club4. Smoking Cessation After Lung Cancer DiagnosisEpisode 4 discusses the benefits of smoking cessation after a diagnosis of lung cancer.Mahdi Sheikh, Anush Mukeriya, Oxana Shangina, et al. Postdiagnosis Smoking Cessation and Reduced Risk for Lung Cancer Progression and Mortality: A Prospective Cohort Study. Ann Intern Med.2021;174:1232-1239. [Epub 27 July 2021].We also talk about whether or not increased buprenorphine prescribing will lead patients to be placed on it inappropriately, and some of the hurdles faced when trying to prescribe medications for opioid use disorder in the hospital.To make sure you’re prescribing buprenorphine co...2022-08-1525 min
Anush A. John PodcastWhy? - On SufferingSend us a textWhy is there evil? How can evil exist if there is also the existence of a Good and all-powerful God?https://www.anushjohn.com/post/__whyPhoto by Evan Dennis on Unsplashanushjohn.com2022-05-2230 min
Anush A. John PodcastA Person of FavorSend us a textanushjohn.com2022-04-0338 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Control of Strength - On Meekness and DisciplineSend us a textMeekness is seen as a virtue, but what does it mean to be meek? This sermon explores the concepts of meekness and discipline. Photo by Nathan Dumlao on Unsplashanushjohn.com2022-03-1331 min
Anush A. John PodcastVoices at the Door - On ListeningSend us a textA sign of a growing Christian is that they seek to do God’s will. Yet, in this journey of life with its innumerable variables, how do we know when to move forward? This sermon explores the idea of closed and open doors and the important practice of listening to God. Picture: Biblical Places Maps, Logos Bible Software, 2009anushjohn.com2022-02-2729 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Heart of the Matter - Resurrection SundaySend us a text We are bombarded with significant amounts of information. We have knowledge at our fingertips. What is the next step after obtaining knowledge? In this sermon we explore the topics of knowledge, emotions, and belief in the context of the Person of Christ.https://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-heart-of-the-matterPhoto by Noorulabdeen Ahmad on Unsplashanushjohn.com2021-11-0730 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Risk of ObedienceSend us a textHow are love and obedience related to each other? Obedience, like love, is not cheap. It comes at a cost. What is the risk of obedience? Photo by Liam Simpson on Unsplashanushjohn.com2021-08-0128 min
Anush A. John PodcastA Sorry Assessment - On Spiritual IndifferenceSend us a textHow should we respond when we face a problem? What can we do to prevent problems? Truly, why do we seek or not seek God? These questions and more are discussed in this sermon.https://www.anushjohn.com/post/assessment-and-apology-a-sermon-on-spiritual-indifferencePhoto by Glenn Carstens-Peters on Unsplashanushjohn.com2021-07-1829 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Grandness of God's WorkSend us a textIn this sermon we will look at two ways the Grandness of God's work relates to us. We will also explore five applications in knowing about the Grandness of his work.(it is better to watch this sermon than listen to the audio: Watch on YouTube.https://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-grandness-of-god-s-work)Photo by Gautier Salles on Unsplashanushjohn.com2021-06-2541 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Empty Space - On WaitingSend us a textOne of hardest things to do is to wait. This sermon explores the reality of waiting from the life of Elijah.Photo by Nirmal Rajendharkumar on Unsplashanushjohn.com2021-06-2440 min
Anush A. John PodcastSleep in Heavenly Peace - On RestSend us a textIs it possible to truly get rest? Did God really intend for us to be exhausted all the time? In a restless world, how can we get rest? This sermon looks at the issue of rest and evaluates both sides.Photo by Hamza Bounaim on Unsplashanushjohn.com2021-06-2239 min
Anush A. John PodcastBurdens and Freedom - On ForgivenessSend us a textPicture: Photo by Adli Wahid on Unsplashanushjohn.com2021-06-2133 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Youngest Servant - Humility and ServiceSend us a textWhat is the difference between contemporary and biblical leadership? What is humility? What is service? Jesus shows us through his life. Photo by Danique Ter on Unsplashanushjohn.com2020-10-2942 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Forgotten FamilySend us a textHow can the church be like a family? Here are five characteristics.Photo by Tyler Nix on Unsplashanushjohn.com2020-10-2846 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Gates of HellSend us a textHow can a loving God send anyone to Hell? Is there a Hell? Why cant there be just heaven? This sermon explores the concept of Hell and answers many of these questions.https://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-gates-of-hellPhoto by David Werbrouck on Unsplashanushjohn.com2020-07-1058 min
Anush A. John PodcastA Certain HopeSend us a textWe are definitely living in an unprecedented season. Is it possible to have hope during these uncertain times?Photo by Faris Mohammed on Unsplashanushjohn.com2020-06-2833 min
Anush A. John PodcastName Brand - The Blessing God GivesSend us a textWhat is the real blessing that God gives us?24 “‘“The Lord bless you and keep you;25 the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you;26 the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”’27 “So they will put my name on the Israelites, and I will bless them.” (Numbers 6:24-27)https://www.anushjohn.com/post/name-brandPhoto by Two Paddles Axe and Leatherwork on Unsplashanushjohn.com2020-06-2135 min
Anush A. John PodcastWhen God BrokeSend us a textIn this sermon, we will look at a well-known miracle of Jesus and learn how He is able to handle any insurmountable problem that we will face.Matthew 14:13-21Picture: Photo by Bruno Thethe on Unsplashanushjohn.com2020-04-2934 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Glory of Resistance - On TemptationSend us a textIn this sermon, we talk about Jesus' temptation in the wilderness by the devil after 40 days of fasting. We discuss the difference between temptation and testing. Key phrase: The Depth of temptation's promise is always shallower than the glory of resistance.https://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-glory-of-resistanceanushjohn.com2020-01-2731 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Guaranteed Game – Assurance of SalvationSend us a textHebrews 10:19-25 19 Therefore, brothers and sisters, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus, 20 by a new and living way opened for us through the curtain, that is, his body, 21 and since we have a great priest over the house of God, 22 let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings, having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us from a guilty conscience and having our bodies washed with pure water2019-11-1829 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Vestigial Veil - Access to GodSend us a textHebrews 4:14-16 14 Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has ascended into heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess. 15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. 16 Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of n...2019-10-1332 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Supernatural Neglect - Using Our SalvationSend us a textHebrews 2:1-4 We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. 2 For since the message spoken through angels was binding, and every violation and disobedience received its just punishment, 3 how shall we escape if we ignore so great a salvation? This salvation, which was first announced by the Lord, was confirmed to us by those who heard him. 4 God also testified to it by signs, wonders and various miracles, and by gifts of the Holy Spirit distributed according to his will.2019-09-2330 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Problem of Being - The Essential Human ProblemSend us a textLeviticus 11-15 1. Difference from others 2. Fellowship with God 3. The Problem of Beinghttps://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-problem-of-beingPhoto by Annie Spratt on Unsplashanushjohn.com2019-07-1535 min
Anush A. John PodcastScarred for Life – On Doubt and BeliefSend us a textJohn 20:24-29 (NIV)24 Now Thomas (also known as Didymus), one of the Twelve, was not with the disciples when Jesus came. 25 So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord!”But he said to them, “Unless I see the nail marks in his hands and put my finger where the nails were, and put my hand into his side, I will not believe.”26 A week later his disciples were in the house again, and Thomas was with them. Though the doors were locked, Jesus came and...2019-06-1032 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe One Question - Role of the Holy SpiritSend us a textA Sermon on the Role of the Holy SpiritA. In relation to the Devoted WorshippersB. In relation to the Distant Wanderershttps://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-one-questionPhoto by Ashish Thakur on Unsplashanushjohn.com2019-05-1334 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Fog has Gone – On PrayerSend us a text1. Discipline 2. Persistence 3. Passion4. Listening5. Prayer Changeshttps://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-fog-has-gonePhoto by Anthony Aird on Unsplashanushjohn.com2019-04-0827 min
Anush A. John PodcastFC Anywhere – Unity in the ChurchSend us a textPhil 1:27-3027 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving together as one for the faith of the gospel28 without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you.https://www.anushjohn.com/post/fc-anywherePhoto by Michael Lee on Unsplashanushjohn.com2019-04-0745 min
Anush A. John PodcastWilling Compliance – On ObedienceSend us a textObedience is a hearing that takes place under the authority of the speaker, and that leads into willing compliance with the requests. - J.I. Packer1. Recognition of Authority2. Ability to hear His voice3. Willing Compliancehttps://www.anushjohn.com/post/willing-complianceanushjohn.com2019-04-0725 min
Anush A. John PodcastThorns and Thistles – On Opposition in Christian MinistrySend us a textPhilippians 1:27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving together as one for the faith of the gospel 28 without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a sign to them that they will be destroyed, but that you will be saved—and that by God. 29 ...2019-04-0650 min
Anush A. John PodcastHow to Catch a Pomfret – A Sermon on Basic Biblical InterpretationSend us a textWe discuss nine principles of biblical interpretation and a few practical steps to make bible reading productive!https://www.anushjohn.com/post/how-to-catch-a-pomfretPhoto by Robson Hatsukami Morgan on Unsplashanushjohn.com2019-04-061h 07
Anush A. John PodcastDual Citizenship – On Spiritual ConductSend us a textIf a person wants to live a morally pure life, on what principle or person can he/she base his morality on?https://www.anushjohn.com/post/dual-citizenshipPhoto by Ryoji Iwata on Unsplashanushjohn.com2019-04-0540 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Silence of the Lamb – On Second ChancesSend us a textDo people that are condemned deserve a second chance? On what basis?https://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-silence-of-the-lambPhoto by Vaikrant Pandav on Unsplashanushjohn.com2019-03-2436 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Scourge in the SignSend us a textThe only exhibition of anger by Jesus has a much deeper significance.John 2:13-22https://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-scourge-in-the-signPhoto by Jens Johnsson on Unsplashanushjohn.com2019-02-2534 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Last Second – On Human ResurrectionSend us a textIs there an afterlife? What happens to us when we die? Will we resurrect?1 Corinthians 15:35 But someone will ask, “How are the dead raised? With what kind of body will they come?” https://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-last-secondPhoto by Albie Patacsil on Unsplashanushjohn.com2018-11-2632 min
Anush A. John PodcastThe Remaining Time – A Sermon (Almost) on MarriageSend us a textWho/What is competing for our devotion?1 Corinthians 7https://www.anushjohn.com/post/the-remaining-timePhoto by Nick Fewings on Unsplashanushjohn.com2018-10-2833 min