A strong spiritual challenge issued by Jesus against the religious leaders of Jerusalem is the theme of the next section of John chapter 7. Jesus makes the point that obedience is a necessary aspect of learning. The resistance of the scribes and Pharisees is ultimately a matter of rebellion, not knowledge. In the same way,… Continue reading The Gospel of John – ”Right Judgement”
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The Gospel of John – Trust God’s timing
On one level, John 7:1-13 functions to set the stage for the rest of chapters 7 & 8. It also reveals to us some wrong views about Jesus that the Jewish people. Jesus’ own brothers, had about Him. But a careful look at these verses also reveals that Jesus is both Messiah and Lord. Which fits in… Continue reading The Gospel of John – Trust God’s timing
The Gospel of John – Do not be driven by selfishness
This section of scripture uncovers the true motivation of the crowd following Jesus: selfishness. This passage is part of a long dialogue where Christ clarifies the meaning of His miracles. Jesus has just explained that He, Himself, is the ''Bread of Life'' which people are meant to seek. In response, the people complain amongst themselves.… Continue reading The Gospel of John – Do not be driven by selfishness
The Gospel of John – I Am the Bread of Life
As we continue through Chapter 6 of the Gospel of John, we find that the people are still showing more interest in the spectacle of Jesus miraculous works rather than the message and meaning intended in His works. They are seeking but they do not seek the truth. Follow this series on the Gospel of… Continue reading The Gospel of John – I Am the Bread of Life
The Spirit is Life
The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace. Romans 8:6 Romans 8: 6 writes, that about the difference between living by the flesh—selfish, sinful human wants and desires—and living by God's Spirit. It is written that those who are in Christ live by the… Continue reading The Spirit is Life
Understanding The Breakthrough Virtue In The Word
John 1:1 The Word Became Flesh 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. I can only show you what the word says, I can’t believe for you. Everything about life is made by word and all things that are word made are word control. All things were… Continue reading Understanding The Breakthrough Virtue In The Word
A Prayer Launch
7 It is God who judges: He brings one down, he exalts another Psalm 75:7 “Vengeance belongs to Me, I will repay,” says the Lord. Romans 12:19 b I’m sure you have heard these words, or may even have said them: “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never harm me.” I remember shouting… Continue reading A Prayer Launch
The Gospel of John – Walk on Water
This is the by far one my favourite signs and wonders Jesus performs. In this part of John's account of the Gospel, Jesus walks on water, we'll get to the details in a bit. There are similar accounts of this story in the Gospel of Matthew 14:22-33 and Mark 6: 45-52, but it is only… Continue reading The Gospel of John – Walk on Water
You’re Worth It
5 But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities;the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.Isaiah 53:5 You are worth it. This is one of the many things Jesus was saying through His ultimate sacrifice. He saw us, broken, sinful and ashamed, and ran to us with a grace that… Continue reading You’re Worth It
All Good comes from God
All Good comes from God Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.James 1:17 In this verse, James urges us Christians to change the narrative. He calls us to make a new list of all the good things we… Continue reading All Good comes from God
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