Category Archives: John

Do You Know What I Know? 1 John 3:16-19

Today’s Scripture Reading: 1 John 1:1-4:6 Do you see what I see? Do you hear what I hear? Do you know what I know? Listen to what I say… We know what real love is because Jesus gave up his … Continue reading

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Don’t Be Faithless Any Longer–John 20:27

Today’s Scripture Reading: Luke 24:13-43; Mark 16:12-13; John 20:19-23; Mark 16:14; John 20:24-21:25; Matthew 28:16-20; Mark 16:15-18; Luke 24:44-49 “Don’t be faithless any longer. Believe.” These were the words Jesus said to Thomas. We all know the story of doubting … Continue reading

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Who’s Really Got the Power?—John 19:11

Next year this time we will be voting for new elected officials from the local level all the way to a new president. The power will shift.  Governors, senators and representatives who are in positions of power and authority will … Continue reading

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Lord, Protect Us From The Evil One–John 17:15

Okay, let me just go ahead and tell you that I don’t like Halloween. I don’t like scary movies and I don’t like witches and ghosts. I know it’s fun for the little kids to go trick or treating, but … Continue reading

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I’d Be Too Embarrassed—John 13:3-5

(A Year ago…) Wow!  What a morning!   I am still at my daughter and son-in-law’s helping with the kids while my daughter recuperates from her C-Section, so getting up early is the best time to get my devotion written.   But … Continue reading

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Are You a Praise Addict? Here’s a test –John 12:41-43

Today’s Scripture Reading: John 12:37-50; Mark 11:12-14; Matthew 21:18-22; Mark 11:15-19; Matthew 21:12-17; Luke 19:45-48; Mark 11:20-33; Matthew 21:23-27; Luke 20:1-8 Isaiah was referring to Jesus when he said this, because he saw the future and spoke of the Messiah’s … Continue reading

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Oh God, Why is This Happening to Me?—John 11:4

“I know God…I love God… I serve God. ..Why is this happening to me?  Why is this happening to my family?  “I just don’t deserve this, Lord!” I’ve had these thoughts many times in my life. Why would I carry … Continue reading

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What is Truth?—John 8:32

When you listen to a teacher, preacher, politician, or news anchor, how do you know what they’re saying is truth? Wouldn’t it be great if all speakers of “truth” were like Pinocchio and their nose grew when they were speaking … Continue reading

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Do You Have the Courage to Speak Favorably?—John 7:13

What have you taken a stand for lately? Your favorite sports team A pet project at work A family member or friend Your favorite “Dancing with the Stars” contestant Your party’s political candidate Today’s Scripture Reading:  John 7:1-9, Luke 9:51-56, … Continue reading

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Sometimes People Aren’t the Answer—John 5:7-13

Today’s Scripture Reading: John 5:1-47, Mark 2:23-28, Matthew 12:1-8, Luke 6:1-5, Mark 3:1-6, Matthew 12:9-14, Luke 6:6-11, Matthew 15-21 The lame man by the pool of Bethesda felt there was no one to help.  He had lain by that pool … Continue reading

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