I’ve been a faithful Christian for 54 years and have never challenged my soul to set my feet on that ancient path of Lent. First Time Experience My Protestant roots, more specifically, my Pentecostal soul, didn’t move in that direction. I have moved into a more contemplative, intimate relationship with the Redeemer and am drawn to experience this treasured part…
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My First Lent Journey: Embracing Spiritual Renewal. Day One.
The Miracle of the Five Loaves and Two Fish – John 6:1-15
It was an immense crowd in an isolated place. They were hungry, and there was no place to go for food. A huge crowd was following Him because they saw the signs that He was performing by healing the sick… Jesus looked up and noticed a huge crowd coming toward Him… John 6:2-5 ESV. I believe most Christians have heard,…
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Witnesses Revealed in John’s Gospel (Chapter 5)
In the past generations, He allowed all the nations to walk in their own ways. Yet, He did not leave Himself without witness, for He did good by giving you rains from heaven and fruitful seasons, satisfying your hearts with food and gladness. Acts 14:16-17 ESV. The key takeaway from chapter 5 of John’s Gospel is that Father God never…
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The Authority of Christ: Life, Death, and Judgment Explained (John 5:19-30)
Whenever we approach sacred Scripture, we breathe the breath of God. Listen carefully, and you will learn wisdom above the sages. So, let’s listen in and understand what Jesus is saying and what the Holy Spirit is teaching us. From Healing to Hatred When we last left off in Chapter 5 of John’s Gospel, we witnessed the healing of the…
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The Healing Miracle at Bethesda: A Deep Dive
There are always deeper truths to be found in sacred Scripture than you can imagine. Even what appears to be a simple story has significant eternal value. When you prayerfully engage in Scripture, the Holy Spirit illuminates the truth. As we enter the fifth chapter of John’s Gospel, we immediately encounter the healing of the man at the pool of…
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The Power of Heartfelt Faith in Crisis
What would you do if your son were sick to the point of death? The doctors told you, “I’m sorry, there’s nothing more we can do. We have to wait and see.”? Desperation calls us to seek help wherever we can find it. As we read John 4:43-54, we see what happens when a father desperately needs Jesus to heal…
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The Story Behind ‘It Is Well with My Soul’
On this day in history, November 22, the SS Ville du Havre sank in the North Atlantic. We may not remember the SS Ville du Havre, but we remember one man’s faith in God.
Experiencing the Gospel: A Life Transformed
The post emphasizes the transformative power of the Gospel through the story of the Samaritan woman at the well. Her encounter with Jesus leads her to share the good news, reflecting the invitation to believe and be reconciled to God. The Gospel empowers believers to testify and experience personal salvation, urging them to spread joy.
The Transformative Encounter: The Woman at the Well. John 4:1-26.
In John 4:4, Jesus’ journey through Samaria leads Him to an unnamed woman at Jacob’s well, signifying divine appointment. Their conversation reveals profound spiritual truths about living water, worship, and the Messiah. This encounter emphasizes God’s love and the importance of true worship in spirit and truth for eternal life.
