Tag: Jesus
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We’re Not Dying, We’re Marching
This poem reflects a Christian perspective on facing suffering and death with faith in Jesus. It emphasizes following Jesus, denying oneself, and finding hope in the midst of trials. It encourages focusing on Jesus and relying on His promise of peace in the struggle, culminating in the belief in an eternal home with Him in…
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A Man of Bethlehem Flees From Famine
During the time of the Judges in Israel, a famine drove a man from Bethlehem to Moab with his family. This decision to leave the promised land indicates a departure from God’s guidance. Through this narrative, we learn the importance of abiding in Christ even in difficult times, and the consequences of turning to other…
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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 Returns To Palestine
Jesus traveled to Galilee, where the people welcomed Him, having seen His actions in Jerusalem. Despite the belief that a prophet receives no honor in his hometown, the Galileans greeted Him. This shows the complexity of familiarity and honor. The passage urges believers to honor Jesus as the Son of God, not just a teacher…
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How Long Oh Lord?
This poem expresses longing for God’s intervention to end wickedness and suffering, heralding a future return of Jesus Christ to establish his kingdom. It depicts a world marred by corruption, violence, and struggle, while anticipating the arrival of peace and restoration. The poet implores for strength to endure until that time and to spread the…
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Jesus Is The Savior Of The World
A study of John 4:39–42 “Many Samaritans from that town believed in him because of the woman’s testimony, “He told me all that I ever did.” So when the Samaritans came to him, they asked him to stay with them, and he stayed there two days. And many more believed because of his word. They…
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“One Sows and Another Reaps”
In John 4:35–38, Jesus urges his disciples to recognize the readiness of the spiritual harvest. He emphasizes the shared roles of sowing and reaping in God’s work, emphasizing the eternal significance of the labor. Believers are called to join in this work with joy, knowing that every role is crucial and will be rewarded.
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Oh To Be A Doorkeeper
This poem glorifies serving Jesus in humility and righteousness, contrasting it with the fate of the wicked. It emphasizes Jesus’ worthiness, righteousness, and redemptive sacrifice for believers. It urges faithful service, evangelism, and trust in Jesus’ victory, conveying the joy of serving Him.
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My Food Is Doing God’s Will
In this passage, Jesus tells his disciples that his true sustenance comes from doing the will of God and accomplishing His work, surpassing the importance of physical nourishment. This challenges us to prioritize spiritual needs over physical desires, finding satisfaction in serving God and extending love and care to others.
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Can This be the Christ?
John 4:27-30 shows Jesus’ encounter with a Samaritan woman. His disciples are surprised that He spoke with her, given the cultural norms. Despite her past, the woman eagerly shares about Jesus in her town, leading many to come see him. The passage teaches us about Jesus’s transformative love and challenges us to share it with…
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