Shared experiences can be remembered in so many different ways. One person might focus on the ambience and the setting where they were. Another might talk about the topics of conversation that were most interesting to him/her. Someone else might remember one or two specific incidents that occurred. When John wrote about that first appearance…… Continue Reading
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Lesson 6 – Intro – April 25 – May 2 The Power of the Resurrection
How much proof do you need to believe a story? If it is in the newspaper or the media, a certain amount of skepticism is probably a good idea. If the information comes to you from an indirect source, you might want to check out some of the details. If it is a testimony in…… Continue Reading
Lesson 5 – Intro – April 18 – April 25 The Ultimate Sacrifice of Love
When did you first hear the Easter Story? That is, the real story behind the holiday? For many, Easter is more about bunnies and flowers, eggs and spring time than it is about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In some ways, it might be clearer for us to call the celebration “Resurrection Day.” The truth…… Continue Reading
Sharing an Insight – Lesson 4 – John 17
As Jesus lifted His eyes up to heaven and looked toward the face of His Father, the disciples must have been greatly moved by the intensity of His determination to complete the work that He had come to earth to do. However, they surely were also overwhelmed with the reality of His love and desires for them. …… Continue Reading
Lesson 4 – Intro – April 11 – April 18 Final Prayer of Jesus
How does it make you feel when you actually hear someone praying for you? Giving thanks to God for who you are and what you mean to them. Bringing your concerns and requests along with their own desires to the Lord with the confidence that He will hear every prayer. It is a very encouraging…… Continue Reading
Sharing An Insight – Lesson 3 – John 16
“Believe – I want you to come to the place where you really get the truth of what I have been telling you.” And he didn’t mean just a passive acceptance or a slight nod of the head, but real heartfelt understanding that led to trust. Believe! It must have brought deep joy to Jesus…… Continue Reading
Lesson 3 – Introduction – April 4 – 11 Final Comfort From Jesus
For centuries the Jews had been waiting for the Messiah, their Liberating King. God had made a covenant with King David and the prophets had foretold the coming of one who would renew the world and bring salvation to the ends of the earth. Some had acknowledged that Jesus truly was The One whom they…… Continue Reading
Sharing An Insight – Lesson 2 – John 15
Lately I have thought a great deal about “change”. It is inevitable, isn’t it? Some changes we choose. Some we expect simply because of age and expectations. But many changes come unexpectedly – a phone call, a car crash, a doctor’s report, someone’s hidden agenda, or some sort of accident. The consequences of these surprise…… Continue Reading
Lesson 2 – Intro – March 28 – April 4 Final Words From Jesus
Do you know what a viticulturist does? It is someone whose duties include everything related to the growing of grapes, from the controlling of pests and monitoring fruit development to vine pruning and harvesting. Carefully pruned and tended vines which are planted in enriched soil are the only kind that will produce a satisfying quality…… Continue Reading
Sharing An Insight – Lesson 1 – John 13 and 14
To hear the words, “I love you”, clearly expressed can mean so much in a relationship. But, there is nothing that validates those words as truth more than an act of selfless service that is freely given without expectation of a return favor or compensation in any way. After Jesus washed His disciples feet, He…… Continue Reading