John 14 (along with all parts of Scripture) is alive and active for us today. As we look at John 14, I just want to list some of the powerful statements Jesus makes right before He is arrested. Let not your hearts be troubled. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and take you to myself. That where I am you may be also. I am the way, and the truth, and the …
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In John 13, we move from Mary’s humble actions at the table where Jesus reclined to Jesus’ humble service of washing the disciples’ feet just days later. When the disciples are bickering about who would be the greatest among them in the kingdom of God, Mary humbles herself and washes Jesus’ feet. Later in the week, Jesus would show His disciples selfish desires or vain conceit would not be the key to greatness. The one who humbles himself and serves …
The Celebration of Jesus Sometimes I think we read Scripture in such short segments, we fail to see how it all connects together. When we pick up in John 12, Jesus is back in Bethany 6 days before Passover. Bethany sits 2 miles outside of Jerusalem where many travel to celebrate Passover. Jesus is invited to a meal in the home of Simon the leper, probably one who was healed by Jesus. Simon enlists Martha (who we have seen before) …
God’s Timing… God’s timing is always right. This is true in your life, in my life and in the life of everyone who has ever lived. It is a divine appointment when Jesus chooses the family of Mary, Martha and Lazarus to display His sovereignty and power. Let’s see how John 11 unfolds… The Death of Lazarus First, the family knows where they should go when they are desperate. They send a messenger to Jesus. There is no question in …
I am the Light of the world… Again, the Pharisees are upset at the words of Christ. Jesus declares that “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” The Jews could not believe that Christ was exalting Himself as the Light of the World. As Christ articulates, He is not exalting Himself. The Father is exalting Him. Christ is only doing the will of the Father …
In the beginning… John 1 begins with 3 very powerful words…”In the beginning.” These words remind us of the very beginning of all of Scripture. In Genesis 1, these 3 powerful words demand attention. They show that all things are created by God. There was a time when there was no earth; there was nothing. God spoke the world into existence and everything came into being. John wants his readers to remember this very truth. In fact, he wants us …