Scripture: John

Listening to Mark share his story, we hear about his early life without much faith, even after being baptized as a child. He later attended a different church but still felt something was missing. A direct question about eternity made him seek God more intentionally, leading to another…

We follow Jesus through an amazing week, even though a sense of unease grows as we head toward Jerusalem. The joyful crowd greets him as king on a donkey, which is incredible, but Jesus also weeps for the city. Then comes the shocking scene at the temple where…

We’re reminded how important it is to stay connected to Jesus, like branches connected to a vine. He is our source of life and strength. Without Him, we can’t grow or bear fruit that lasts. But when we stay close to Him, our lives show love, peace, and…

Waiting is part of life, but how we wait matters. As Christians, we are waiting for Jesus to return, just as farmers wait for the rain. James reminds us that a good farmer doesn’t just sit around—he works while he waits. He prepares his fields, tends his crops,…

Jesus feeds 5,000 people, and the crowd is amazed. They follow Him, hoping for more food and miracles. But when they find Him, Jesus challenges them. “You’re looking for me because you ate the bread, not because you understand who I am.” He tells them not to chase…

Jesus faced his most difficult hour with courage, love, and obedience. Throughout his ministry, Jesus often said, “My hour has not yet come.” But in John 12, he declares, “The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified.” This hour is the time of his…

Today, we reflect on the greatest rescue story ever: God coming to save us. Just like stranded astronauts or boys trapped in a cave need rescuers to come to them, we need a Savior. Jesus, the Word, becomes flesh and comes to us. He doesn’t stay distant. He…

Brian encourages us to recognize the importance of the church in God’s plan. He reminds us that the values we hold—like hard work, strong families, and community—bless places like Allegheny Boys Camp. These values are taught in our homes and churches, and they shape young people before they…