Subject: “The Face of Jesus”

A Message by Johnny Pope

Dear Families, 


Although a wide range of exciting events are happening in the world where the Gospel is being shared and people are coming to salvation, many in our own nation have a great hatred toward Jesus. These people despise the name and person of Jesus Christ. Yet, how can this be when He is the One 

Who came to save men from their sins? As Christians, how can we honor the name of Jesus Christ and bring glory to His name in this time in history where His own prophecy reminds us that “If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you” (John 15:18)?


For our May Message of the Month, we have chosen one of the opening keynote sessions from our Big Sandy Family Conference held in April. Our conference theme verse was II Corinthians 4:6: “For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.” 

Centered on the conference theme, this Message of the Month is titled “The Face of Jesus.” In this keynote message, Pastor Johnny Pope enthusiastically describes the reality of God’s glory that is revealed in the face of Jesus Christ. Not only is Jesus holy and sovereign, He is also our Good Shepherd, and yet He holds the earth in the palms of His hands too! Pastor Pope unpacks the glory and fullness of God coming down to earth in human form, experiencing human emotions and knowing our pain. Pastor Johnny Pope also points out how this same God has the exceedingly great power to deliver us from darkness into light! 

As you view this message, we hope you will gain a greater understanding of Who Jesus is and be stirred to a greater desire to seek His face! 


In Christ,


The Family Conferences Team


P.S. We are already eagerly anticipating our 2025 Big Sandy Family Conference happening April 28–May 2. Lodging reservations open today, May 1, for that event. Be sure to visit our website to make reservations for the campus lodging you want for that special week!