Pondering John 18:4-14. The drama intensified! Jesus asked the approaching Roman soldiers and Pharisees, “Who is it you want?” Jesus knew. He knew what was going to happen. He knew betrayal, rejection, agony and separation from His Father were quickly approaching. But He willingly went forward with the plan conceived before creation for our rescueContinue reading “Oh, It Will Happen”
Author Archives: debponders
Not Our Job
Pondering John 18:1-4. Through John’s eyewitness account, we catch a glimpse of the ultimate moment of betrayal and rejection. I’ve been betrayed and I’ve been rejected by “friends” I’ve truly loved. But nothing like what Jesus experienced. Not even close. Jesus finished praying, leaving the sacred space of intimacy with His Father. Along with HisContinue reading “Not Our Job”
One of a kind recipe
I’ve had one rambling thought since the New Year. So I’m going to attempt to process it through writing. Maybe it’s just a word I need to believe but maybe someone else in the blog world needs to hear it also. Consider this recipe. To a large bowl called life, thoughtfully add: Your family backgroundContinue reading “One of a kind recipe”
The Most Remarkable Moment
Never in the entirety of existence has there been a moment like it. Not only was it remarkable, it was: Revolutionary Absolutely astounding Perfectly perfect Brilliant and beautiful Powerfully impactful It was the moment when “the Word became flesh.” Scripture explains, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and theContinue reading “The Most Remarkable Moment”
Do We Really Want It?
Pondering John 17:20-26. I hold this prayer near to my heart because I love the glimpse into Jesus’ heart and desires as He approached His impending death. He prayed for Himself. He prayed for His disciples and then He prayed for me. Ok, ok. I recognize that Jesus’ prayer is corporate. His desire extends toContinue reading “Do We Really Want It?”
Thanksgiving Remembered
I totally understand the rush so many experienced this year to put up their Christmas decorations as soon as Halloween decorations were returned to the attic. It has been that kind of year. We need something to celebrate. We need something we can anticipate that is goodness personified. And that is exactly why the churchContinue reading “Thanksgiving Remembered”
Great Treasure
Pondering John 17:6-19. The disciples were His joy and delight, His great treasure. At times, they tried His patience but He was steadfast in His commitment to them. They failed Him but He never gave up on them. Their love for Jesus was riddled with their human nature but His love for them was unconditionalContinue reading “Great Treasure”
The Victory is His
Pondering John 16:31-17:5. He lived big. He made every moment count. He laughed. He cried. He explained and taught. He did the impossible. But His time was up. Jesus spent His last evening teaching, warning and encouraging His loyal friends. He wrapped everything up by saying, “In this world you will have trouble. But takeContinue reading “The Victory is His”
You Turn Mourning to Dancing
Pondering John 16:1-30. A band called Elevation Worship sings a song titled “Graves into Gardens.” A portion of the chorus says, “You turn mourning to dancing. You give beauty for ashes. You turn shame into glory. You’re the only one who can.” I love the upbeat music but the lyrics get me every time. AllowContinue reading “You Turn Mourning to Dancing”
How Are We Doing?
Pondering John 15:12-25. There is so much turmoil in our world. The unrest, uncertainty, tension, and antagonism are rampant. In some ways it is a unique time but in other ways, it isn’t any different than the days when Jesus walked this earth. Therefore, I cannot leave Jesus’ teaching on abiding without pondering how itContinue reading “How Are We Doing?”
debponders 