• After reading John 10, I’m so amazed by Jesus! One particular moment that really struck me is when Jesus refers to Psalm 82. In that psalm, we see God addressing rulers who received His word but twisted justice because they relied on their own standards. Jesus points to this passage to expose the hypocrisy of those accusing Him of blasphemy. They had the Law, they had the Word, yet they closed their hearts to the truth.

    In John 10:34-36 (NIV), it says: “Jesus answered them, ‘Is it not written in your Law, “I have said you are ‘gods’”? If he called them “gods,” to whom the word of God came—and Scripture cannot be set aside—what about the one whom the Father set apart as his very own and sent into the world? Why then do you accuse me of blasphemy because I said, “I am God’s Son”?’” The original psalm (Psalm 82) describes these “gods” as judges who were supposed to uphold righteousness but failed miserably. The Word of God came to them, yet they refused to apply divine standards to their leadership.
    Similarly, many of the spiritual leaders in Jesus’ time diligently studied the Scriptures yet failed to see that the very Word of God stood right before their eyes. When Jesus revealed His divine identity, they were not only astonished but also fiercely opposed to accepting the truth He embodied.

    Jesus’ reference to being “set apart” by the Father does not suggest He was created. The gospel of John begins by declaring that Jesus is the eternal Word of God (John 1:1), and John 1:3 (NIV) boldly states, “Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made.” From the start, we see that Jesus created everything, and thus cannot be a mere creation. When John 10 speaks of Jesus as being set apart, it points to the unique mission He was sent to accomplish—His role as the Messiah and the Savior of the world, not some subordinate created being.

    We must trust Jesus and embrace who He says He is. When we place our faith in Him, our lives transform. We become part of His flock, guided by His voice. We begin to care for others with genuine compassion and reject the self-serving attitudes that separate us from God’s love. By following Jesus, we experience a relationship with the true Word who has existed from the beginning and will reign forever.

    Heavenly Father, thank You for opening our hearts to Your Word. Help us to recognize Jesus as the eternal Son who has always been with You. Guide us to turn away from selfishness and live in the light of Your grace. May we honor You by following Christ’s example, loving others, and standing firm in the truth that He is the Son of God. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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    After reading John 10, I’m so amazed by Jesus! One particular moment that really struck me is when Jesus refers to Psalm 82. In that psalm, we see God addressing rulers who received His word but twisted justice because they relied on their own standards. Jesus points to this passage to expose the hypocrisy of those accusing Him of blasphemy. They had the Law, they had the Word, yet they closed their hearts to the truth. In John 10:34-36 (NIV), it says: “Jesus answered them, ‘Is it not written in your Law, “I have said you are ‘gods’”? If he called them “gods,” to whom the word of God came—and Scripture cannot be set aside—what about the one whom the Father set apart as his very own and sent into the world? Why then do you accuse me of blasphemy because I said, “I am God’s Son”?’” The original psalm (Psalm 82) describes these “gods” as judges who were supposed to uphold righteousness but failed miserably. The Word of God came to them, yet they refused to apply divine standards to their leadership. Similarly, many of the spiritual leaders in Jesus’ time diligently studied the Scriptures yet failed to see that the very Word of God stood right before their eyes. When Jesus revealed His divine identity, they were not only astonished but also fiercely opposed to accepting the truth He embodied. Jesus’ reference to being “set apart” by the Father does not suggest He was created. The gospel of John begins by declaring that Jesus is the eternal Word of God (John 1:1), and John 1:3 (NIV) boldly states, “Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made.” From the start, we see that Jesus created everything, and thus cannot be a mere creation. When John 10 speaks of Jesus as being set apart, it points to the unique mission He was sent to accomplish—His role as the Messiah and the Savior of the world, not some subordinate created being. We must trust Jesus and embrace who He says He is. When we place our faith in Him, our lives transform. We become part of His flock, guided by His voice. We begin to care for others with genuine compassion and reject the self-serving attitudes that separate us from God’s love. By following Jesus, we experience a relationship with the true Word who has existed from the beginning and will reign forever. Heavenly Father, thank You for opening our hearts to Your Word. Help us to recognize Jesus as the eternal Son who has always been with You. Guide us to turn away from selfishness and live in the light of Your grace. May we honor You by following Christ’s example, loving others, and standing firm in the truth that He is the Son of God. In Jesus’ name, Amen. ✨ #JesusIsLord #TruthAndGrace #Psalm82 #John10 #FaithInAction #NIVQuotes #EternalWord #ChristianLiving #PraiseGod #BelieveAndLove #GoodShepherd #TrustGod #PrayerTime #Amen ✝️
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  • Well, yesterday’s Sunday service left me feeling a bit disheartened. You know you’re at a snooty church when the vicar shares how he visited a town and dismissed it as a dump, only for the congregation to chuckle smugly, as if to say, “Thank goodness we don’t live there.”

    It saddens me that in my church, all people seem to discuss is where they live and what job they have. It's a place filled with shallow individuals who judge others based on social status and wealth. This attitude is far from Christian.

    In these moments, I find solace in the teachings of Jesus, who reminded us in Matthew 7:1 (NIV), "Do not judge, or you too will be judged." This verse speaks directly to the heart of the issue. It calls us to reflect on our attitudes and remember that our worth in God's eyes is not determined by our social standing or material wealth. As Christians, we are called to look beyond the superficial and embrace the core values of love, humility, and acceptance.

    To illustrate this, consider the story of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10:30-37. Here, Jesus tells of a man who, despite being from a despised group, showed genuine compassion and kindness to a stranger. This parable highlights that true Christian behavior transcends social boundaries and prejudices. Jesus asks us to "go and do likewise," encouraging us to act with love and mercy.

    Philippians 2:3-4 (NIV) instructs us, "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others." By fostering a culture of acceptance and understanding, our church can become a beacon of hope and love in the community. We must strive to be a reflection of Christ’s love, embracing others regardless of their background or status.

    Let us pray: Dear God, we ask for Your guidance in cultivating a heart of love and acceptance. Help us to look beyond the surface and see the true value in each person. May we be a reflection of Your grace, embracing humility and kindness in all we do. Amen.

    #FaithInAction #LoveOneAnother #ChristianLiving #HumbleHearts #CommunityInChrist
    Well, yesterday’s Sunday service left me feeling a bit disheartened. You know you’re at a snooty church when the vicar shares how he visited a town and dismissed it as a dump, only for the congregation to chuckle smugly, as if to say, “Thank goodness we don’t live there.” It saddens me that in my church, all people seem to discuss is where they live and what job they have. It's a place filled with shallow individuals who judge others based on social status and wealth. This attitude is far from Christian. In these moments, I find solace in the teachings of Jesus, who reminded us in Matthew 7:1 (NIV), "Do not judge, or you too will be judged." This verse speaks directly to the heart of the issue. It calls us to reflect on our attitudes and remember that our worth in God's eyes is not determined by our social standing or material wealth. As Christians, we are called to look beyond the superficial and embrace the core values of love, humility, and acceptance. To illustrate this, consider the story of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10:30-37. Here, Jesus tells of a man who, despite being from a despised group, showed genuine compassion and kindness to a stranger. This parable highlights that true Christian behavior transcends social boundaries and prejudices. Jesus asks us to "go and do likewise," encouraging us to act with love and mercy. Philippians 2:3-4 (NIV) instructs us, "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others." By fostering a culture of acceptance and understanding, our church can become a beacon of hope and love in the community. We must strive to be a reflection of Christ’s love, embracing others regardless of their background or status. ❤️ Let us pray: Dear God, we ask for Your guidance in cultivating a heart of love and acceptance. Help us to look beyond the surface and see the true value in each person. May we be a reflection of Your grace, embracing humility and kindness in all we do. Amen. 🙏 #FaithInAction #LoveOneAnother #ChristianLiving #HumbleHearts #CommunityInChrist
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