Category Archives: John
A Place at Jesus’ Table
Six days before the Passover, Jesus arrived at Bethany, where Lazarus lived, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. Here a dinner was given Jesus’ honor; Martha served, while Lazarus was among those reclining at the table with him. Then … Continue reading
Manifestation of Jesus’ Love
On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus’ mother was there, and Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. When the wine was gone, Jesus’ mother said to him, “They have … Continue reading
Roots that Overcome
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.†John 16:33 (NIV) Since I do not live in cave, I … Continue reading
Holy Week: Friday
When he [Jesus] had received the drink, Jesus said, “It is finished.†With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. Now it was the day of Preparation, and the next day was to be a special Sabbath. … Continue reading
Holy Week: Tuesday
On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. Bethany was less than two miles from Jerusalem, and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of … Continue reading
Day 5: Prayer: What I Have Learned
“My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one can snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, … Continue reading
Day 3: Prayer: The Limits of Prayer
“My prayer is not for them[disciples] alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May … Continue reading
For Those who are Tired
My paraphrase of Matthew 11:28-30 “Hey! Hey, You! Yes, the one who is exhausted from standing on your feet for ten hours! You, the one who has a job and also a family that needs your care for another ten … Continue reading
Snakes and A Savior
The Israelites had to go around th territory of Edom, so when they left Mount Hor, they headed south toward the Red Sea. But along the way, the people became so impatient that they complained against God and said to … Continue reading
The Seed Dies – To Multiply!
Now there were some Greeks among those who went up to worship at the Feast. They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, with a request. “Sir,†they said, “we would like to see Jesus.†Philip went to … Continue reading