“You are right in saying I am a king.” John 18:37 Kingship is an idea closely tied to the promised Jewish Messiah. The Messiah was a prophesied King from the line of David who would be an anointed High Priest and savior of the Jewish people. He would bring peace and prosperity and would usherContinue reading “I Am: A King – The Christmas Story”
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I Am: The Good Shepherd
I am the good shepherd. John 10:11 I love studying the bible. I see new things and learn new things each time. The passage in John 10:1-18 is a rather long one to copy into this blog, so I would encourage you to read it for yourself. In it, Jesus uses the analogy of theContinue reading “I Am: The Good Shepherd”
I Am: The Bread of Life
“I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger. And whoever believes in me shall never thirst.”(John 6:35; This discussion is based on all of John 6) Jesus has been speaking and teaching to the crowds around the Sea of Galilee. A large crowd was following him because of his miraculousContinue reading “I Am: The Bread of Life”
I Am: The Light of the World
“I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12 Today, December 1, marks the beginning of advent – the time of preparation for remembering and celebrating the birth of Jesus. It seems appropriate to me to think on his declarationContinue reading “I Am: The Light of the World”
Rabbi (which means Teacher) – The Jesus Everyone Can Accept
“You call me ‘Teacher’ and ‘Lord,’ and rightly so, for that is what I am.” John 13:13 That Jesus is a teacher is perhaps the least disputable claim about himself he ever made. Even today, most people will recognize that Jesus was a great teacher. Even from a young age, Jesus was known toContinue reading “Rabbi (which means Teacher) – The Jesus Everyone Can Accept”
“I AM”
We frequently use the phrase “I am” to describe ourselves to someone we recently met. In a brief sentence we sum up something that is most important to us or to our identity. We may say, “I am Jake’s mother” or “I am Lizzy’s father”. Or “I am married” or “single”. We may say weContinue reading ““I AM””
The Seeds and the Sower
There is a parable about how each heart receives the gospel. Jesus gave the parable of the Seeds and the Sower which he then explained to his disciples. In reading it, Jesus describes different reactions people have to the Word of God. It begs the questions, “Which example are you?” “Hear then the parable ofContinue reading “The Seeds and the Sower”
This is the Will of God
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 How does this happen? How do I “rejoice always”, “pray without ceasing” and “give thanks in all circumstances”? I can’t. I never could do this on my own, and I struggle toContinue reading “This is the Will of God”
Homesick
Friday, September 28, 2018 Is it weird to do an update here? Now? It’s been almost 2 years since my last post. (My mind is going to some movie scene “Father, It’s been 2 years since my last confession.” But I’m not Catholic, so I’ll try to quiet that voice and get on with writing.)Continue reading “Homesick”
60 Days
Friday, November 18, 2016 It is now 60 days post transplant! It is one of those markers that for me means one less medication and being done with my hepa-filter mask in all circumstances.My mom has just left after coming out to help us again. She took me to my driving appointments, practiced in theContinue reading “60 Days”
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