John was in the inner circle of Jesus’ disciples and referred to himself as the disciple that Jesus loved. It was from this viewpoint that John could write his unique story of Jesus. John had been transformed from a “son of thunder” to a disciple that wrote about love as he followed Jesus. He wanted those who read is writings to know the same transformation. John 20: 30 The disciples saw Jesus do many other miraculous signs in addition to the ones recorded in this book. 31 But these are written so that you may continue to believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing in him you will have life by the power of his name. John wrote of signs or miracles that happened to point to who Jesus was. As we consider these stories, we, too, can encounter Jesus and learn who He desires to be in our lives. When we receive Him, we can be transformed as John was and have eternal life with our Lord.
Feb 13, 2021 12:53 AM America/Chicago
Peter had denied Jesus three times and everyone knew it. How could he possibly become an effective leader in the church? Coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2021/02/14/jesus-doesnt-give-up-you/
Feb 6, 2021 1:38 AM America/Chicago
Mary had gone to a tomb to anoint a corpse. But the tomb was open and there was no body. Where was Jesus? To read coordinating blogs, begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2021/02/07/when-life-looks-dark/
Jan 29, 2021 11:52 PM America/Chicago
Pilate was a Roman official trying to rule what he considered was a troublesome Jewish population. How would his encounter with Jesus be different from any other person? What can we learn through Pilate's encounter with Jesus? Coordinating blogs begin her
Jan 23, 2021 1:58 AM America/Chicago
Jesus knows He has one last evening before He is crucified. Final words are important and Jesus shares about serving, loving one another, and betrayals to come. How do the disciples encounter Jesus in this situation?
Jan 15, 2021 10:08 AM America/Chicago
Lazarus had died, even though his sister's had requested Jesus to come and heal him. Jesus showed up four days after Lazarus' death, was it too little, too late? Coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2021/01/17/gods-timing-3/
Jan 9, 2021 2:15 AM America/Chicago
The man had been blind from birth until he met Jesus. His healing set off a firestorm with the Pharisees but sent the former blind man on a journey of faith. For corresponding blog messages, begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2021/01/10/helping-
Jan 2, 2021 4:25 AM America/Chicago
As people encountered Jesus and had their lives changed, crowds began to follow Jesus. After teaching a large crowd, Jesus knew they needed food. How would they feed so many in such an isolated area? Seven corresponding blogs can be found starting here:ht
Dec 26, 2020 2:30 AM America/Chicago
A government official's son was ill. We don't know if he was a Jew or a Gentile, but because of his association with Herod's rule, the Jews would have refused contact with him. Still, he comes to the Jewish rabbi, Jesus, for help. What will his encounter
Dec 18, 2020 1:06 AM America/Chicago
Jesus breaks several social norms when He, as a Jewish man, speaks to a Samaritan woman. How does this encounter change her? How should it change us?
Dec 12, 2020 2:43 AM America/Chicago
Nicodemus was a Jewish leader and he was intrigued by Jesus. He came to check Jesus out at night so none of his friends would see him. How can Nicodemus' encounter of Jesus teach us today?
Dec 5, 2020 1:25 AM America/Chicago
Jesus took time for relationships as we can see when He attended a wedding with family and friends. Even there, Jesus does ministry and shows how God cares for the details of our life.
Nov 28, 2020 12:53 AM America/Chicago
John and his brother were disciples of Jesus. When Jesus called the brothers, He called them “sons of thunder” (Mark 3:17). They seemed to be aggressive and insensitive, or what we might call “rough around the edges.” During their time with Jesus,