The apostle John introduced Jesus as the One who created life and light, the promised Messiah in whom believers place their trust, the Lord of all creation and the divine Redeemer. Then, John described how Jesus came to life, whom he calls “the Word” which is symbolic of the truth that flowed through Him, and […]
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John 1:15-18 The Word Becomes Flesh
The apostle John introduced Jesus as the One who created life and light, the promised Messiah in whom believers place their trust, the Lord of all creation and the divine Redeemer. “14 And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the […]
John 1:6-13 John’s Witness: The True Light
In the first part of his gospel, John revealed that life was given through the will of God, and from Him life flows onto mankind. As God is light, His gift to mankind continues to be interpreted as light, the gift of salvation all believers reap from as a result of faith in the risen […]
John 1:1-5 The Eternal Word
John’s gospel is a magnificent depiction of the relationship between Jesus and God, and a powerful message which all believers should dwell in. The apostle begins his recollection of the life of Jesus much like Moses started the book of Genesis in complete absolution of the relation between the beginning of time, the Word and […]
The Gospel Of John
Often described as the most spiritual book in the Bible, the Gospel of John focuses on the divine nature of Jesus rather than his accomplishments. Although the author’s name cannot be verified, since the person who penned the book did not name himself in the work, the apostle John was identified as the author of […]
Joel 3:18-21 God Blesses His People
After the prophet revealed how God will pour out the Holy Spirit universally and make salvation available to all mankind, Joel now warns of the Lord’s judgment over the nations of the earth. 1 “For behold, in those days and at that time, When I bring back the captives of Judah and Jerusalem, 2 I […]
Joel 3:1-17 God Judges the Nations
After the prophet revealed how God will pour out the Holy Spirit universally and make salvation available to all mankind, Joel now warns of the Lord’s judgment over the nations of the earth. 1 “For behold, in those days and at that time, When I bring back the captives of Judah and Jerusalem, 2 I […]
Joel 2:28-32 God’s Spirit Poured Out
After the prophet announced a divinely ordained restoration of Judah, and predicted an outpouring of blessings upon those who repented of their sins and turn to the Lord, Joel describes how God will pour out the Holy Spirit universally and make salvation available to all mankind. “28 And it shall come to pass afterward That […]
Joel 2:18-27 The Land Refreshed
After the prophet called on Jewish leaders to pray to God for mercy, and ask Him to spare the Hebrew nation so its people could thrive and fulfill their mission, Joel announces a divinely ordained restoration of Judah, and predicts an outpouring of blessings upon those who repented of their sins and turn to the […]
Joel 2:12-17 A Call to Repentance
After the prophet warned the Hebrew nation of the coming invasion and the Day of the Lord, he then reveals how repentance can still lead to redemption. “12 ‘Now, therefore,’ says the Lord, ‘Turn to Me with all your heart, With fasting, with weeping, and with mourning.” Joel calls on Jews to turn to God, […]