Philip Bryant
Executive Director, Grace Fellowship Canada
Devotionals
A New Command – John 13:34-35
Jesus was getting emotional near the end. You read He was troubled in spirit, preparing for His death, already grieving the separation from His disciples. They’d just shared communion—bread broken, cup raised—and then Jesus, with all authority given to Him, tied a...
Come to the Light – John 12:42-50
Throughout Jesus’ teaching and engagement with His disciples, He used the metaphor of light. Over and over, He painted the picture—humanity stumbling in darkness, blind to the truth, while He stood as the world's shining light. You could almost hear Him saying, “Stay...
We Can’t Compare – Matthew 20:1-16
We Can't Compare - Matthew 20:1-16 After witnessing a rich young ruler walk away from following Jesus due to his wealth, Peter asked, "What then will there be for us?" who had left everything to follow Him. Jesus reassured them of the glorious rewards in the Kingdom,...
How Important is Forgiveness to God? Matthew 18:21-35
Peter was grappling with the concept of ongoing forgiveness, so he asked Jesus, "Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?" Matthew 18:22 Jesus responded, "I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times." This...
Who is my Neighbour? Luke 25-37
Jesus was tested by religious leaders with a profound question: "What must I do to inherit eternal life?" He responded by asking what they understood from the scriptures. They correctly answered, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, strength, and mind,...
Difficult Responses from Jesus – Luke 9:57-62
As Jesus journeyed toward Jerusalem, knowing full well the cross awaited Him, He encountered three individuals eager to follow Him. Their declarations of intent to follow Jesus should have been met with open arms, yet His responses challenge our comfort and priorities...