Monthly Archives: July 2020

2020: A Unique Road Trip

I mentioned in a post several weeks ago that I would be leaving for a four- week road trip to do research for a writing project I’ve been working on… and to just get out of the house. As I … Continue reading

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The Counselor

John 14:15-31 Today’s scene is a continuation of the Farewell Discourse of Jesus.  Jesus has just told the remaining disciples that anything they ask in His name will be given to them.  Keep in mind that in context this was … Continue reading

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The Way, the Truth and the Life

John 14:1-14 We continue today with the “Farewell Discourse” of Jesus with His disciples.  This particular text is one of the most beloved in all of the Scriptures, full of love, hope and reassurance containing some of the most memorable … Continue reading

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Independence Day!

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A New Command

John 13:18-38 The scene continues from last time, it is the last supper in the upper room.  Jesus and His disciples are reclining at the table as Jesus continues his remarks after washing their feet. He has just said that … Continue reading

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Humility Exemplified

John 13:1-17 This is the beginning of the second section of John’s Gospel; there are no more scenes of Jesus teaching the crowds.  The pattern of chapters 2-12 where there is a miracle or sign followed by Jesus giving an … Continue reading

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The Hour has Come

John 12:20-35 We pick up the story after Jesus has entered Jerusalem; His “Triumphal Entry”.  The news of His having raised Lazarus has spread like wildfire through the region and people are flocking to Jesus like never before, some just … Continue reading

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It’s All about Priorities

John 12:1-11 The scene for this text is set at six days before Passover when Jesus and his group reach Bethany.  This is also right after he has raised Lazarus from the tomb and Lazarus, Mary and Martha are in … Continue reading

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