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The 365-Day Devotional Commentary

TROUBLED HEARTSJohn 14 “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in Me” (John 14:1). Jesus’ words of comfort and encouragement continue to relieve our troubled hearts. BackgroundThe Holy Spirit. These chapters, which contain the Last-Supper dialogue of Jesus, are filled with teaching on the ministry of the Holy Spirit. ChristiansContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

The 365-Day Devotional Commentary

A NEW COMMANDMENTJohn 13 “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. All men will know that you are My disciples if you love one another” (John 13:34–35). Love isn’t an option. It’s a commandment, and the mark of Christ’s new community. OverviewJesusContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

The 365-Day Devotional Commentary

THE CRISISJohn 12 “Even after Jesus had done all these miraculous signs in their presence, they still would not believe in Him” (John 12:37). People can waver for a time. But a moment comes when a once-and-for-all decision must be made. OverviewJesus was anointed by Mary, Lazarus’ sister (12:1–11). On the way to Jerusalem HeContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

The 365-Day Devotional Commentary

THE GOOD SHEPHERDJohn 10 “I am the Good Shepherd. The Good Shepherd lays down His life for the sheep” (John 10:11). The true spiritual leader still cares for the sheep, not for what he can get for their fleece. BackgroundSheep and shepherds. These images are some of the most powerful in the Old Testament. David’sContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

The 365-Day Devotional Commentary

THE GIFT OF SIGHTJohn 9 “One thing I do know. I was blind but now I see!” (John 9:25) Only the man who insists “I see” is doomed to remain spiritually blind. OverviewJesus, “the light of the world,” gave sight to a man born blind (9:1–8). Stunned neighbors (vv. 9–12) took him to the Pharisees,Continue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”