Tag: spiritual growth
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🌿 When Jesus Delays: The Glory Hidden in Our Waiting
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The story of Lazarus illustrates profound themes of trust, timing, and divine presence amid grief. Jesus delays His arrival, challenging the notion of care. His weeping shows empathy, while the resurrection signifies hope and freedom. God transforms struggles into testimonies, emphasizing that nothing is beyond His reach or purpose.
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Listening to the Good Shepherd: Finding Clarity in Confusion
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The content discusses Jesus as the Good Shepherd in John 10:1–21, highlighting the importance of discerning His voice amid competing influences. It emphasizes the need for believers to stay in Scripture, remain connected to the faith community, and follow His guidance. Personal reflections illustrate the journey of recognizing and trusting the Shepherd’s call.
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Divine Sight: Trusting God in Difficult Times
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The devotional on John 9:1-34 highlights how God transforms human impossibility into opportunities for His glory. Through Jesus healing a blind man, misconceptions about suffering are challenged, emphasizing obedience and trust in divine plans. The narrative reflects personal faith journeys, showcasing how struggles can reveal God’s faithfulness and purpose in life.
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Recognizing God: Insights from John 8:21–30
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In John 8:21-30, Jesus speaks amidst a crowd that struggles to recognize His identity. Despite confusion and doubt, He patiently reveals Himself as the “I Am” and emphasizes the importance of belief for salvation. His gentle invitation encourages understanding and dependence on Him, reminding us that God continues to speak to those willing to listen.
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Navigating Faith in a Divided World
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In John 7:40-53, Jesus’ identity sparked debate among the crowd, revealing how truth divides opinion. While some embraced Him as the promised Prophet or Messiah, others dismissed Him due to pride or misunderstanding. The call to humility and teachability is emphasized, reminding believers to seek truth and grace, even amidst division.
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Finding Joy in Serving: More of Jesus, Less of Me
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In John 3:22–36, John the Baptist humbly steps aside for Jesus, embodying the principle that “He must become greater; I must become less.” This passage emphasizes the importance of prioritizing Jesus over personal recognition, promoting joy in celebrating others’ successes, and reflects on the joy found in serving without seeking the spotlight.
Immanuel and Me 