by Matthew Borgstrom | Jun 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
In John 14:9, Jesus conveys his concern to the disciples that they do not know him; especially after all the time they have spent together. So how are we to think about the folks who consistently interact with biblical things, but yet do not actually know God? Reason...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Jun 12, 2023 | Uncategorized
According to John 14:1, what is going to protect the disciples in their upcoming circumstances of watching their master be arrested and crucified?—faith. What protects us in times of trouble?—faith. However, in addition to possessing the wrong object of faith, it is...
by Matthew Borgstrom | May 15, 2023 | Uncategorized
Here are a couple of excellent quotations regarding what Jesus knows and how that should affect his disciples. First, J.C. Ryle supplied some very helpful explanation regarding this truth: This perfect knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ is a very solemn thought, and...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Apr 30, 2023 | Uncategorized
In John 13:14-15, Christ commands his disciples to imitate him in order to govern their sacrificial service. So how can we ensure we don’t think too highly of ourselves that would prevent sacrificial service towards others? Here are a few questions for...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Apr 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
In light of the necessity of Christ’s cleansing work, let’s consider what can hinder you from embracing your need for cleansing. Here are 3 interconnected hindrances: 1. Assume your assessment is authoritative instead of God’s assessment Prov. 30:12 There...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Apr 21, 2023 | Uncategorized
Let’s begin by highlighting the main idea of v.1, which appears at the end of the verse—He loved them to the end or to the uttermost or perfectly. Who is them? They are identified in the previous clause as his own who were in the world. In this context, his own are...
