Tag: John

[:en]Jesus and the Miraculous Catch of Fish (vs. 1-14) Jesus appeared for the third time to His disciples by the Sea of Tiberias.  Simon Peter, Thomas, Nathanael and two other disciples were together fishing.  Jesus stood on the shore and asked them:  “Friends, haven’t you any fish?”.  When they replied “no”, Jesus told them to… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 21[:]

[:en]The Empty Tomb (vs. 1-9) May Magdalene went to the tomb early in the morning and saw the stone of the tomb removed.  She ran to tell Simon Peter and John that Jesus was no longer there.  The disciples also ran to the tomb.  When they went inside, they saw and believed. (v. 8) Jesus… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 20[:]

[:en]Jesus Sentenced to be Crucified (vs. 1-16) Jesus was being flogged, a twisted crown of thorn was put in His head and a purple robe was being clothed.  Then they struck him in the face.                              When Jesus was brought before Pilate,… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 19[:]

[:en]Jesus Arrested (vs. 1-11) After praying, Jesus left with His disciples and crossed the Kidron valley.   Judas, accompanied with a detachment of soldiers and some officials from the chief priests and Pharisees.   Thjey carried with them torches, lantersn and weapons to arrest Jesus.  When they were searching for Jesus of Nazareth, He boldly answered: “I… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 18[:]

[:en]Jesus Prays for Himself (vs. 1-5)  Jesus prayed to the Father to restore Him the original place of honor and authority he had before the world began. Jesus Prays for His Disciples (vs. 6-19) Jesus prayed for His disciples to be united, to be protected, to be joyful and to be sanctified by His Holy… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 17[:]

[:en]Before Jesus left this world, He warned His disciples about the upcoming persecutions they will be facing.  He mentioned about anyone who kills them will think that he was offering a service to God. (v. 2)  Among them was Saul, under the authority of the high priest who personally saw and approved Stephen being stoned… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 16[:]

[:en]The Vine and the Branches (vs. 1-*17) “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener” (v. 1)  As the gardener, He does two kinds of action.  He cuts off branches that do not bear fruit.  He also cuts back branches to promote growth.  The branches are those who claim to be followers… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 15[:]

[:en]Jesus comforts His Disciples (vs. 1-4) Before Jesus left this world, He had the following comforting messages to His disciples:  “In my Father’s house are many rooms.  I am going there to prepare a place for you” (v. 2) “I will come back and take you to be with me that you may also be… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 14[:]

[:en]Jesus Washes His Disciple’s Feet (vs. 1-17) Jesus knew the time had come for Him to leave the world.  So he showed the disciples the full extent of His love.  In ancient days, a household servant was to wash the feet of guests when they arrived.  Jesus wrapped a towel around His wait and began… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 13[:]

[:en]Jesus Anointed at Bethany (vs. 1-11) Six days before the Passover, Jesus went to the house of Lazarus, whom He has raised from death.  Martha served while Lazarus was was among those reclining at the table with Him.   Then Mary took a pint of pure nard, an expensive perfume imported from the mountain of India… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from John 12[:]