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Thoughts on the Gospel, Life, and Ministry
At the conclusion of his life, Jesus uttered, “It is finished.” His work on earth was done. The moment had come to offer His life for His people. John 19:16–42 [16] So he delivered him over to them to be crucified. The Crucifixion So… Continue Reading “It is Finished — John 19:16-42”
The irony of John 18:25-19:16 is that the King of Glory is judged by the world He came to save based upon the world’s definition of truth. John 18:25–40 Peter Denies Jesus Again [25] Now Simon Peter was standing and warming himself. So they… Continue Reading “The King on Trial — John 18:25-19:16”
The unity among God’s people testifies to the unity of the godhead. We are to witness to God’s glory by the way we love and support one another. John 17:20–26 [20] “I do not ask for these only, but also for those who will… Continue Reading “One People, One Witness — John 17:20-18:24”
Jesus’s glory is revealed in the prayer he prayed for his disciples at the end of his life. Eternal life is in knowing Him as Lord. John 17 The High Priestly Prayer [1] When Jesus had spoken these words, he lifted up his eyes… Continue Reading “Glory Revealed in Prayer — John 17:1-19”
Sorrow will come, but joy is on the way. We will have sorrow in this world, but God will turn it to joy. John 16 [1] “I have said all these things to you to keep you from falling away. [2] They will put… Continue Reading “Sorrow turned to Joy — John 16”
Real life and fruitfulness flow only from remaining connected to Christ. Our eternal life has real and present consequences in this life. John 15 I Am the True Vine [1] “I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinedresser. [2] Every branch… Continue Reading “The True Vine — John 15”
Jesus prepared His disciples for life without His physical presence on earth. He would ascend to Heaven, and they’d be left to continue serving Him on earth. John 13:31–38 A New Commandment [31] When he had gone out, Jesus said, “Now is the Son… Continue Reading “Abide and Believe — John 13:31-14:31”
The message of John 13:1-30 is summarized as the true meaning of glory is revealed on the floor with a towel. Serving others humbly is the way we experience the glory of God. John 13:1–30 Jesus Washes the Disciples’ Feet [1] Now before the… Continue Reading “Love to the End — John 13:1-30”
In verses 37-50 of chapter 12, John tells us that Jesus made one final public appeal to the crowds before darkness closed in on Him. John 12:36–50 [36] While you have the light, believe in the light, that you may become sons of light.”… Continue Reading “The Final Public Appeal — John 12:37-50”
Today’s video covers John 12-1-36 and tells us that the path to glory runs straight through the cross. To sacrifice oneself is to find the glory of God. John 12:1–36 Mary Anoints Jesus at Bethany [1] Six days before the Passover, Jesus therefore came… Continue Reading “The Hour Has Come — John 12:1-36”
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