The Great Profession: My Lord and My God – John 20:28
What better profession of faith in the resurrected Jesus can a person make than the one Thomas did; “my Lord and my God.”
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Studies from the gospel of John
Judas Went Out. And It Was Night – John 13:30
Jesus was the light of God, shining out in the spiritual darkness of our world. But, for a time, when Judas betrayed Jesus, it was night.
Lose Your Life to Keep It – John 12:25
Jesus tells us to lose, or hate, our life in order to experience eternal life. Let go of this life and instead follow Jesus wherever he leads.
A Spring of Living Water – John 4:13-14
Jesus invites us to take from him living water that will spring up in us to eternal life. It will satisfy, unlike the water of this world.
For God So Loved the World – John 3:16
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
Known by Love: The Distinguishing Mark – John 13:35
Jesus tells us that we are to be known by our love. Not by how good we are, how fancy our buildings are, or our political stances. But by our love.
He Must Increase, But I Must Decrease – John 3:30
He must increase while I must decrease. That should be my goal in serving Christ. To deflect attention away from myself and toward the one I serve.
The Law vs. Grace
I like rules and laws because they let me know what is expected of me. But even better is God’s grace. Should I not extend grace to others as well?
What About Him? – John 21:21
It is only natural to want to compare ourselves with others. But Jesus calls us to follow him and the plan he has for us; not to be like someone else.
That You May Believe – John 20:30-31
Jesus’ many signs should direct us to belief and eternal life. Will you see and believe, or close your eyes and stumble?