In this week’s episode of The Follow Up, Ryan fills in as host and is joined by Jack and new staff member Ben Mielke to explore John 7, a chapter full of tension, questions, and conflicting reactions to Jesus.

They unpack the three major scenes of division—among Jesus’ brothers, the crowds in Jerusalem, and the religious leaders—and show how each group responds differently to His identity. They also dive into the rich symbolism of the Festival of Shelters, the promise of living water, and the future outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

Ryan, Jack, and Ben reflect on how Jesus’ exclusive claims naturally create division, why His mercy remains constant, and how believers can navigate modern-day tensions with humility, gentleness, and truth—especially around holidays and family gatherings.

A thoughtful, encouraging conversation for anyone wanting to understand Scripture more deeply and follow Jesus faithfully in a divided world.

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Spring Lake Church – Bellevue
Sermon: Divine Division
Teacher: Jack Guerra
Passages: John 7:1-52

In “Divine Division,” Pastor Jack Guerra teaches from John 7, showing how Jesus’ identity created division in His family, among the crowds, and with the religious leaders. Some dismissed Him, some debated Him, and some believed—but no one ignored Him. Jesus offers living water to all who come, yet His truth still confronts and divides hearts today. The question remains: How will we respond to Him?

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Spring Lake Church – Downtown
Sermon: Divine Division
Teacher: Ben Milkie
Passages: John 6:25-71

In “Divine Division,” Ben Milkie teaches from John 7, showing how Jesus’ identity created division in His family, among the crowds, and with the religious leaders. Some dismissed Him, some debated Him, and some believed—but no one ignored Him. Jesus offers living water to all who come, yet His truth still confronts and divides hearts today. The question remains: How will we respond to Him?

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