Tag Archives: John

Stoning – John 8:59

John 8:59 At this, they picked up stones to stone him, but Jesus hid himself, slipping away from the temple grounds. Let’s talk about a “cancel culture.” I remember when TV shows got canceled, their ratings didn’t bring in enough profit for the broadcast companies. They simply chose to not make any more seasons ofContinue reading “Stoning – John 8:59”

Divisions! – John 7:43

John 7:43 Thus the people were divided because of Jesus. We sometimes think that our current divisions are unique or much worse than they were in the past. We too often have a limited view of history, choosing to forget or are unaware of the turmoil of the past generations. We want so desperately toContinue reading “Divisions! – John 7:43”

Super Bread – John 6:14

John 6:14 After the people saw the sign Jesus performed, they began to say, “Surely this is the Prophet who is to come into the world.” Some things that happen in the world are very hard to explain in terms that a ‘rational’ person would accept. Some people dismiss anything that they can’t understand, orContinue reading “Super Bread – John 6:14”

What Is Written – John 5:47

John 5:47 “But since you do not believe what he wrote, how are you going to believe what I say?” If you don’t know, I love the Scriptures. They are a source of life and understanding for me. They bring great comfort and increasing wisdom to my life. They also introduced me to the Author ofContinue reading “What Is Written – John 5:47”

At His Word – John 4:50

John 4:50 “Go,” Jesus replied, “your son will live.” The man took Jesus at his word and departed. We all trust the word of someone else. Just listen to the news and the opinion polls these days. Almost everything is believed by someone. Things don’t have to be grounded in facts at all, and theyContinue reading “At His Word – John 4:50”

Solution – John 3:36

John 3:36 Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life, but whoever rejects the Son will not see life, for God’s wrath remains on them. In the board game, Monopoly, there is a property that is cherished by almost everyone. It is not Park Place, the most expensive real estate on the board, although gettingContinue reading “Solution – John 3:36”

Editorial Note – John 2:22

John 2:22 After he was raised from the dead, his disciples recalled what he had said. Then they believed the scripture and the words that Jesus had spoken. There used to be a time when books were written with footnotes, end notes, and marginal comments. Some texts even had special symbols that would be placedContinue reading “Editorial Note – John 2:22”

Negative Identity – John 1:21

John 1:21 They asked him, “Then who are you? Are you Elijah?” He said, “I am not.” “Are you the Prophet?” He answered, “No.” Sometimes it is important to know what you are not! I know I am not a good salesman. In fact, I am terrible at it. I am also not a politician.Continue reading “Negative Identity – John 1:21”

John 19:15 Bitter Taste

John 19:15 But they shouted, “Take him away! Take him away! Crucify him!” “Shall I crucify your king?” Pilate asked. “We have no king but Caesar,” the chief priests answered.  Sometimes the words we speak can leave a bitter taste in our mouths. The words carry a message that is filled with truth, but truth that weContinue reading “John 19:15 Bitter Taste”