The Ever-Important Trinity

Never let anyone tell you that the Trinity isn’t biblical. And never be unapologetic in your belief in the Trinity. Granted, the word “Trinity” isn’t used in the Bible, but the doctrine is clearly presented consistently throughout the Bible. In today’s Bible reading*, John presents the Trinity in its beauty. Believers believe in a triune…

Whatever You Ask

Jesus gives a wildcard promise in today’s Bible reading*. Whatever you ask in my name, I will do it so that the Father may be glorifiedĀ in the Son. (John 14:13 CSB) Jesus says he will give His followers anything they want. Right? Not so fast! Notice the condition: in my name. And notice the purpose:…

Jesus Washes Judas’ Feet, too

In today’s Bible reading*, John tells us that Jesus washes the Disciples’ feet. All Twelve Disciples. Including Judas. This is an Inconvenient Truth about Jesus’ ministry. Jesus knew that Judas would betray Him. And yet, He served him. He washed Judas’ feet in the same way as He washed Simon Peter’s feet. And John the…

Dead Man Walking and Talking

Hate will drive people to do hateful things. In today’s Bible reading*, we read that the chief priests schemed to kill Lazarus because people were following Jesus after seeing Lazarus raised from the dead. (John 12:10-11) Think about that. The chief priests plotted to kill not just Jesus, but Jesus’ friend, Lazarus. “Don’t murder” was…