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Acts 1:5, NIV
For John baptized with water, but in a few days, you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit. Acts 1: 5, NIV John came ahead of Jesus to prepare the people’s hearts. He preached about repentance. He encouraged people to purify their hearts for the coming of the Messiah. He baptized them with water as a representation that they were willing to follow God. And then Jesus came, and He introduced to us who God is. He showed us what life feels like when we choose to follow Him. He is the one who baptized us with the Holy Spirit. If you believe in Him with all your heart, mind,…
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Acts 1:3, NIV
After his suffering, he presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God. Acts 1:3, NIV Jesus is alive. He won the victory. His disciples witnessed the physical evidence of the biggest miracle that this world had ever experienced. Jesus rose again. It means that He already conquered death. He didn’t even stay with His disciples for only a few hours. Instead, He appeared to them over a period of forty days. Jesus didn’t leave them without preparing their hearts. He continued to speak about the Kingdom of God.…
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John 21:19, NIV
Jesus said this to indicate the kind of death by which Peter would glorify God. Then he said to him, “Follow me!” John 21:19, NIV After Simon Peter betrayed Jesus, our Savior still invited him to follow His ways. He redeemed Peter and encouraged him to feed and care for His sheep. He trusted Peter again despite all the mistakes that He had made in the past. You see, Jesus forgives the sinners. If He could redeem Peter, then He can absolutely save you. But the one thing you need to do is humble yourself and surrender everything in His presence. Come to Him, and don’t let the guilt fully…
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John 20: 30-31, NIV
Jesus performed many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not recorded in this book. But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name. John 20:30- 31, NIV John wrote the gospel according to his own version so that He may introduce the Messiah to us. Jesus performed so many signs in the presence of His disciples, and not all of them are recorded in the Bible. But even though we don’t know everything that happened in the past, still what’s written in the scripture is more than…
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John 20:29, NIV
Then Jesus told him, “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.” John 20:29, NIV It’s difficult to believe in things you can’t see. But blessed are you if you still choose to believe and keep your faith in Jesus even if you can’t see Him. There may be days when it’s so hard to hold on to His promises. But don’t give up. Jesus is doing miracles behind the scenes. You may not understand what’s going on in your life but believe that God is carrying you in His arms. Jesus is there, giving you the strength that…
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John 20:22, NIV
And with that he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. John 20:22, NIV Jesus didn’t leave His disciples on their own. He sent the Holy Spirit to guide and lead them. Even though our Savior ascended to Heaven, He still continued to protect and walk with His followers through the Holy Spirit. If you happen to be one of His disciples, then know that the Holy Spirit is always with you. If you treat Jesus as your Lord and King, then rest assured that His presence is there to guide you all throughout the journey. You may go through painful moments, but Jesus walks with you. He…
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Try to Live this Life with an Eternal Perspective
You can’t stay in this world forever, but you can absolutely spend eternity with your Heavenly Father. So don’t treat this life as if it’s nothing. In everything that you do, always remember that there is an eternal consequence to it. Sin will lead you to suffer, but righteousness and love will bring you to heaven. You just need to choose the path that will give you rest. Now the thing is, you can’t always do what’s right on your own. You need Jesus to guide and lead you. You need His precious blood to cleanse and purify your soul. He is the only One who can take you to…
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John 19:38, NIV
Later, Joseph of Arimathea asked Pilate for the body of Jesus. Now Joseph was a disciple of Jesus, but secretly because he feared the Jewish leaders. With Pilate’s permission, he came and took the body away. John 19:38, NIV Joseph went out of His way to get the body of Jesus. He may appear to be a secret disciple of God, but at this moment, he boldly asked Pilate for the body of the Messiah. He temporarily forgot his fears and took our Savior to the tomb that he owned. Even in these most painful hours, God still used people who were willing to sacrifice their own image and position…
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John 19:30, NIV
When he had received the drink, Jesus said, “It is finished.” With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. John 19:30, NIV It is finished. Jesus died on the cross to save us from eternal suffering. He already gave up everything just to give us a chance to experience life with Him. He already went through so much pain just to set us free from bondage. It is finished. Jesus already won the victory. He defeated death. He conquered the enemy. This means that if you believe in Him with all your heart, then you will also experience His victory. You will also be given a chance…
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John 19: 26-27
When Jesus Saw his mother there, and the disciple whom he loved standing nearby, he said to her, “ Woman, here is your son,” and to the disciple, “Here is your mother.” From that time on, this disciple took her into his home. John 19:26-27, NIV Jesus loved his mother so much that even when He was already crucified on the cross, He was still so concerned with Mary. As she was crying in pain and agony because of what her son experienced, Jesus asked His disciple to take His mother with him. This act of love is indescribable. He didn’t leave His mother alone. Jesus tried to take good…
