Tag: healing
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Jesus Heals the Sick and Ascends a Mountain
In John 6:1-4, Jesus crosses the Sea of Galilee to a mountain with his disciples close to the Passover feast. The passage also discusses the populace’s interest in Jesus’ miraculous healings and the significance of the upcoming Passover. It prompts reflection on our motives for following Jesus and the parallel between Passover in Moses’ time…
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Jesus Tels a Man To Stop Sinning
This passage from John 5:10-14 recounts the healing of a disabled man by Jesus on the Sabbath, sparking controversy with Jewish leaders. It highlights the legalistic attitudes of the leaders and Jesus’ admonition for the man to sin no more. The story calls for reflection on the intertwining of love, obedience, sin, and the grace…
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Jesus Heals a Disabled Man
This passage from John 5:1–3, 5–9 describes Jesus healing a man who had been disabled for 38 years near the pool of Bethesda in Jerusalem. The detailed observation notes Jesus’ interaction with the man and the implications for us spiritually. It emphasizes Jesus’ sovereign initiative in healing and encourages trust in His wisdom and love,…
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Jesus Heals A Man’s Dying Son
A government official urgently sought Jesus to heal his dying son. Jesus assured the official that his son would live. The man believed and later learned that his son recovered at the exact time Jesus spoke. This sign deepened the official’s faith in Jesus, emphasizing the importance of trusting Jesus’ words over seeking external signs.
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A Distressed Father Seeks Jesus
In John 4:46b-48, a government official from Capernaum seeks Jesus’ help for his dying son. Jesus challenges the man’s belief based on miracles. This passage highlights people seeking Jesus for their needs, irrespective of social status. It emphasizes the need to love and trust Jesus for who He is, not just for His gifts.
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Jesus, Weary and Sitting by a Well
Jesus’ deliberate choice to travel through Samaria demonstrates His love for all people, regardless of ethnicity or background. His exhaustion at Jacob’s well reveals His willingness to experience human limitations. As believers, we can find solace in the fact that Jesus understands our struggles intimately and offers empathy and strength.
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God Sent His Only Son To Save The World
John 3:17-18 reveals that God sent His Son, Jesus, not to condemn the world, but to save it. Belief in Jesus leads to freedom from condemnation, while disbelief condemns. The implication is that God loves the world and desires its salvation. This truth challenges our understanding of God’s love and salvation, urging us to embrace…
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Jesus Knows What is in Man
During the Passover Feast in Jerusalem, many believed in Jesus when they saw the signs He performed, but Jesus did not entrust Himself to them. This passage teaches us to seek a sincere desire for God, not just His gifts. Jesus, knowing all people, still loves us and desires a deep relationship with us, which…
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The Son of God, and the King of Israel
In John 1:45–51, after being found by Jesus, Philip invites Nathanael to meet Him. Despite Nathanael’s skepticism, he agrees and encounters Jesus. Jesus sees Nathanael’s sincere heart and reveals divine knowledge, convincing Nathanael of His identity as the Son of God. This passage challenges us to respond to Jesus’ invitation, bear witness to Him, and…
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Follow Me
John 1:43-44 describes Jesus inviting Philip to follow Him in Galilee. This simple call signifies an invitation to become a disciple and a commitment to a new life. The passage highlights how Jesus calls people from diverse backgrounds and the significance of responding to His invitation. As followers of Jesus, we are encouraged to reflect…
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