Sham Worship Confrontation (John 4:16–26). When the Word brings up things you don’t talk about you are being given a mirror to see your true need. Not an issue if you see the prophet, question is will you listen? True worship of the Father is through the

Gods Baptism Gift (John 4:115). The baptism promise is not about who you are or what you have done. Do you ask for a drink of living water? Where does Jesus get this living water? He is the fountain of life.#dailydevotion, #Lutherandevotional, #DailyPl

Is Above All Twice (John 3:2236). Jesus gives the authority to baptize to his disciples, the Church. Jesus gives the testimony of what he has seen and heard in heaven, but this world wont accept it. The One who is from heaven will be judge over all.#da

Unbelief Condemning Gospel (John 3:1621). To demonstrate his love God gives his only son on the cross for our sin. He doesnt condemn the world. But those who reject the cross and love to keep their sins hidden in darkness are condemned by their unbelief

Blowing Nicodemus Mind (John 3:115). Just like you had no hand in your physical birth, you must be born again through water and Spirit. Human effort can only work human results. The Spirit alone gives birth to Spirit.  Thus baptism is a work of the

Changing Temple Math (John 2:1325). Do we turn Gods house into a market where we barter? The messiah comes to clean up worship. The new temple is built on the cornerstone of Christ and where we are the living stones (1 Pet 2:5, 1 Cor 3:9).#dailydevotio

Bridegrooms New Wine (John 2:112). The first miracle is a sign of Christ the bridegrooms marriage. To be a part of the miracle, will you Do whatever he tells you? The new wine the bridegroom gives is the best wine.#dailydevotion, #Lutherandevotional

Seeing You Truly (John 1:4351). How is the Holy Spirit inviting you to join in the life-giving Christ?  To believe in Christ does not require you to be some gullible rube, but rather God speaks to us in our skepticism. Christ cuts through the facade

Retaining Live-With Disciples (John 1: 3542). John the Baptist releases his disciples from their bond to him. Go live with the messiah. What do you want with Jesus? Andrew and Peter want the Messiah, but the Lamb of God? Would you live with Jesus to imit

Chosen Slain Lamb (John 1:2934). John the Baptist proclaims that Jesus is Gods chosen one but the title he gives is not expected. He came to reveal who the chosen one is. Behold the Lamb of God who takes this hit for you.  (Gen 22:8, Isa 52:7, 1 Pe