"All of this I have told you so that you will not fall away." John 16:1 Jesus has been telling the disciples about His having to die and go away. He also tells them about how the world will hate them and persecute them. The things He is telling them are not all of a... Continue Reading →
John 14:27 A Different Peace
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." John 14:27 As Jesus is getting ready for His death on the cross He tells the disciples that He is giving them His... Continue Reading →
Luke 4:1-2 Tough Directions
"Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, left the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, where for forty days he was tempted by the devil. He ate nothing during those days, and at the end of them he was hungry." Luke 4:1-2 Jesus had just been baptized by John the Baptist. He... Continue Reading →
Matthew 8:26 Why Be Afraid?
"He replied, 'You of little faith, why are you so afraid?' Then he got up and rebuked the winds and the waves, and it was completely calm." Matthew 8:26 Jesus had just finished preaching and teaching to the crowds of people. He and the disciples got into a boat. Jesus went to sleep. As He... Continue Reading →
James 1:2-3 Joy in Trouble
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." James 1:2-3 What a harsh way to start out a book--consider it pure joy when you face trials! Why should a hard trial or trouble bring you joy? Most... Continue Reading →
