Friday And Pilate posted a sign over Him that read, “Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews.” The place where Jesus was crucified was near the city, and the sign was written in Hebrew, Latin, and Greek, so that many people could read it. …
Bible Gem 112 – That sign – What was on it? (John 19:19)
Bible Gem 111 – King of the Jews (John 18:33)
Thursday: John has a King motif through his gospel. Below is the full listing of the king references in John’s gospel. John 1:49 Then Nathanael exclaimed, “Rabbi, You are the Son of God—the King of Israel!” John 6:15 When Jesus saw that they were ready …
Bible Gem 110 – The Irony of it All (John 18:17, 25,26)
Wednesday: I wonder what Peter had in mind when he responded to Jesus announcement of his denial. I imagine he thought of it in the context of the Jewish Leaders, Pharisees or even the Sanhedrin or maybe even the Roman Governor. “I will never deny …
Bible Gem 109 – Peter’s Denial (John 18:15-27)
The Prediction of Denial: Simon Peter asked, “Lord, where are You going?” And Jesus replied, “You can’t go with Me now, but you will follow Me later.” “But why can’t I come now, Lord?” he asked. “I’m ready to die for You.” Jesus answered, “Die …
Bible Gem 108 – The Last I AM (John 18:1-8)
We have dealt with the I AM sayings of John thoroughly. There are two kinds. The equative kind where “I Am” requires a complement in the sentence; something that Jesus is equated with. We looked at those in Bible Gem 92. Then we have dealt …
Bible Gem 107 – The World will Believe when we are One (John 17:21-24)
Read these references which indicate that Jesus and the Father are one. Notice how the strength of each statement builds in intensity. While Jesus was teaching in the Temple, He called out, “Yes, you know Me, and you know where I come from. But I’m …
Bible Gem 106 – Protection Through the Power of Your Name (John 17:11-18)
Now I am departing from the world; they are staying in this world, but I am coming to You. Holy Father, You have given Me Your name; now protect them by the power of Your name so that they will be united just as We …
Bible Gem 105 – Time to Glorify the Son; Time to Sing and Dance (John 17:1)
After saying all these things, Jesus looked up to heaven and said, “Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son so He can give glory back to You. For You have given Him authority over everyone. He gives eternal life to each one You have …
Bible Gem 104 – What does it Mean to Believe? (John 16:30-31)
Back in Bible Gem 28, I told you there is a pivotal point in John where “believe” reaches a peak. That when we get to that point I will explain the theme of “Believe” more fully. Now is the moment. I trust you have seen …
Bible Gem 103 – Going Deeper Still (John 16:30-31)
From this we believe that You came from God.” Jesus asked, “Do you finally believe? [Or stated: Finally you believe] John 16:30-31 Hey why would he say that? Isn’t that a strange thing to say? They have said before that they believe but this is …