by Philip Bryant | Feb 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
Taking Responsibility to the Very End – John 19:25-27 Reading the brutal story of Jesus’ death—the mock trial, the beatings He endured—I was struck by something that almost seemed out of place. John 19:25-27″Standing by the cross of Jesus were his mother,...
by Philip Bryant | Feb 27, 2025 | Devotional
Jesus is overwhelmed with the desire to bring honour to His Father and to unite those who have followed Him and placed their faith in Him. John 17:20-21″I pray not only for these, but also for those who believe in me through their word. 21 May they all be one,...
by Philip Bryant | Feb 26, 2025 | Devotional
One of the great passages of scripture. Jesus uses the analogy of the vine, and we are the branches. As we are connected to Him, we produce fruit. There are substantial parts to this analogy that Jesus leans into: if you are not connected, you won’t produce fruit. So...
by Philip Bryant | Feb 25, 2025 | Devotional
Peace I Leave with You – John 14:27-31 Jesus is staring down His departure, fully aware of what it means for His disciples. He’s been pouring out promises—forgiveness, a prepared place, the Holy Spirit’s presence—and now He lands on something they’ll desperately need...
by Philip Bryant | Feb 24, 2025 | Devotional
Jesus Gives Us His Spirit – John 14:15-26 (CSB) Jesus is preparing His disciples for life without Him physically by their side. He’s just taught them to pray in His name—a game-changer—and now He says, “If you love me, you will keep my commands” (John 14:15)....
