Stonebridge Bible Church Sermons

“It was not the nails that held Jesus there, it was His undying love for His sheep.” In this message by pastor Jonny Ardavanis, discover the truth about your eternal security in Christ. Jesus knows everything about you—even the worst parts—and loves you completely. He is the Good Shepherd who keeps His sheep secure forever. This sermon explores four key themes from John 10:22-42: RESPONSIBILITY: Every person is responsible to believe in Jesus SOVEREIGNTY: God is sovereign in salvation SECURITY: “No one will snatch them out of my hand” - our eternal security in Christ ANIMOSITY: The world’s rejection of Jesus despite all evidence Understanding these truths leads to deeper worship and greater assurance of salvation. If you struggle with doubts about your eternal security or wonder if you can lose your salvation, this message brings clarity and comfort from God’s Word.🙏 “If you believe that salvation is a gift from God to you, you must understand that what God bought with His blood, He will not lose.”

Jesus declares, “I am the Good Shepherd.” In John 10, He rebukes false shepherds and reveals His love, sacrifice, and power to save. He calls His sheep by name, leading them into abundant life—true joy, peace, and fellowship with Him. In this sermon, Pastor Jonny Ardavanis walks through John 10 to reveal:The Shepherd’s Character – Jesus is the Good Shepherd, set apart by His faithfulness, compassion, and unwavering care for His sheep.The Shepherd’s Sacrifice – Jesus willingly laid down His life for His sheep, demonstrating the greatest act of love and redemption.The Shepherd’s Knowledge – Jesus intimately knows His sheep, their struggles, fears, and joys, and they, in turn, know His voice and follow Him.The Shepherd’s Wealth – Jesus gathers sheep from all nations into one flock, uniting them under His loving care and sovereign plan.The Shepherd’s Power – Jesus’ authority over life and death proves He alone is the door to salvation and abundant, eternal life.Jesus doesn’t just offer life after death—He offers fullness of life now. Will you follow His voice?Chapters:00:00 - Introduction00:47 - Setting the Scene06:58 - Scripture Text12:22 - The Shepherd's Character14:32 - The Shepherd's Sacrifice25:22 - The Shepherd's Knowledge31:48 - The Shepherd's Wealth34:53 - The Shepherd's Power40:28 - Closing Thoughts42:10 - Prayer

We live in a world that makes endless promises—luxury, success, fulfillment—yet always leaves us wanting. In John 10, Jesus cuts through the hollow guarantees of this world and offers what no one else can: "I have come that they may have life, and have it abundantly."In this sermon, Pastor Jonny Ardavanis walks through John 10 to reveal:Jesus as the Good Shepherd – The one who knows, calls, and cares for His sheep.Jesus as the Door – The only way to salvation, security, and true freedom.Jesus as the Giver of Abundant Life – A life not just in eternity, but here and now.The world may promise satisfaction, but only Jesus truly satisfies. Have you heard His voice? Are you following the Good Shepherd?

How can we find true peace in the midst of chaos? In this sermon, Jonny Ardavanis unpacks Isaiah 26:3-4 and reveals the foundation for lasting peace:"You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You. Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD God is an everlasting rock."This peace isn’t found in circumstances, distractions, or self-help strategies—it comes from fixing our minds on God. Through Scripture, personal stories, and practical insights, Pastor Jonny explores:The difference between fool’s peace and God’s perfect peaceWhy the battle for peace is won in the mindHow faith and trust anchor us in the Rock of AgesThe invitation to experience true peace through Jesus Christ

Wayne Wolf teaches through Matthew 6:19-21, expounding on the importance of prioritizing Heavenly treasures over Earthly possessions, and how our heart's investments reflect our true values and relationship with God.

Jonny Ardavanis concludes John chapter 9, recounting the story of the man born blind whose life was transformed by Jesus.

Jonny Ardavanis begins chapter 9 of John’s Gospel and expounds on how the sign of healing of a man born blind reveals the glory of God.

Jonny Ardavanis finishes teaching through John 8, exploring Jesus' claim as the Great I AM, who offers eternal life and freedom from death through faith in Him.

Jonny Ardavanis continues teaching through John 8:37–47 and examines five signs of the falsely assured, who are not children of God but are children of the devil.

Jonny Ardavanis teaches through John 8:31–36 and expounds on the evidence of true discipleship.