Jesus is about to leave the disciples, but because of this they will have, and we have, direct access to God. Our prayers are heard because of Christ's worth. There…
After Jesus' resurrection the Holy Spirit would guide the disciples into all the truth. We don't know all truth but we do have all the truth revealed by the Spirit.…
Jesus rebukes the disciples for not asking where He is going, and their sorrow is linked to their not asking. The Holy Spirit is such a gift that it makes…
Jesus had warned the disciples they would be persecuted. Despite the horror of God impending crucifixion, His concern is for His disciples. He knows our circumstances and trials and doesn't…
These verses are like an advertisement for being a Christian: the world will hate us! Persecution is a mark of a real Christian. This is how we know we are…
To love God is to love one another; inevitably so. We worship God but in doing so minister to one another. When we obey His commands it benefits the body.…
The branch that does bear fruit will be pruned. The Father prunes by His providence. The knife may hurt but it is in order to maximise fruit and prepare us…
God wanted a people He could delight in but they were wild vines, and so He sent His Son, the true vine. To be His people we must be connected…
This world fails to bring about peace. Jesus offers peace and comfort even in troubles. The source of this peace is His death and resurrection. He died as our substitute…
Christ will manifest Himself to the disciples by His Spirit. This is not a privilege for everyone but is unique for His people, for those who love Him and keep…