I Thirst | Sermon Only | Min. Linwood Stevens Jr.

About this sermon

In this inspiring sermon, Min. Linwood Stevens Jr. explores the profound moment when Jesus, on the cross, uttered, “I thirst” (John 19:28). Drawing from Stevie Wonder’s song “These Three Words,” the sermon delves into the concept of love as both a state and an action, culminating in the Greek term *agape*—selfless, sacrificial love. Min. Stevens highlights three key points: Jesus’ unmatched focus in fulfilling His mission despite unimaginable pain, His supreme example of enduring suffering, and the call for believers to respond by living out the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20). Through personal testimony and biblical insight, this sermon challenges us to reflect on our response to Jesus’ ultimate act of love and to give Him our very best. - John 19:28 – “After this, Jesus, knowing that all things were accomplished, that the Scripture might be fulfilled, said, ‘I thirst.’” - John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” - Matthew 16:21 – “From that time Jesus began to show His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things… and be killed, and be raised the third day.” - Psalm 69:21 – “They also gave me gall for my food, and for my thirst they gave me vinegar to drink.” - John 10:18 – “No one can take my life from me. I sacrifice it voluntarily.” - Matthew 28:19-20 – “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations…” - Philippians 4:6-7 – “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.” - Ephesians 3:20 – “Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think…” #JesusChrist #AgapeLove #ChristianSermon #IThirst #GreatCommission #Faith #LoveInAction #BibleStudy #ChristianInspiration #MinLinwoodStevens