John: WEEKEND RECHARGE!

Our prayer is that the WEEKEND RECHARGE! allows you to catch your “devotional breath” and stay engaged. Let us know if these are helpful for you.

THIS WEEK’S DAILY DEVO OVERVIEW: JOHN 13:1—JOHN 15:17

John 13:1-20—Humble Service

Knowing that his hour had come and betrayal was near, Jesus chose to demonstrate love through action. He washed the disciples’ feet—not out of weakness, but with humility and a clear purpose, exemplifying servant leadership and love.
By assuming the lowest position among his disciples, Jesus redefined what leadership means. He reminded them that no act of service is too beneath anyone, especially when it's done in love and obedience to God.
Jesus’ humble service leads to substitutionary atonement, the greatest act of love in history.

John 13:21-38—Betrayal. Denial. Unshakable Love.

Jesus knew Judas would betray him and Peter would deny him, yet he continued to serve and love them. His response shows the depth of his grace and commitment to his mission.
Jesus made it clear that no one else could follow him to where he was going. Only he could bear the full weight of sin and satisfy God's justice through his death.
Jesus’ “new commandment” called his followers to love one another with the same sacrificial and steadfast love he had shown them. This love would serve as the main evidence of their faith.

John 14:1-14—One Way Out

Facing confusion and fear, the disciples heard Jesus say, “Let not your hearts be troubled.” His reassurance reminds us that, even in the most troubling moments, peace comes from trusting in him.
In declaring himself “the way, and the truth, and the life,” Jesus made it clear that salvation is only found in him. He isn’t just a path among many—he is the path, the only one who can rescue and restore.
Jesus reveals the very heart and presence of God. Everything he said and did reflected the Father, providing undeniable proof that he is God in the flesh.

John 14:15-31—Finding Peace

Jesus promised not to leave his followers as orphans. Through the Holy Spirit—the Spirit of truth—we have a divine Helper who dwells within us, guides us in truth, teaches us, and reminds us of Jesus’ words.
True love for Christ is shown through a desire to obey his commands—not out of duty, but in response to his sacrificial love. The Holy Spirit gives us the strength to live in obedience.
The world offers temporary peace, but Jesus offers lasting peace—“not as the world gives.” This peace, based on our relationship with Christ, holds us steady through anxiety, suffering, and uncertainty.

John 15:1-17—Abiding!

True believers stay connected to Christ—the Vine—not by their own strength, but through his sustaining presence. This ongoing relationship is marked by trust, obedience, and perseverance (John 15:4-5).
A life that abides in Jesus naturally bears fruit. This fruit does not serve as a way to earn salvation but proves that a person truly belongs to Christ (John 15:8). Dead branches show no evidence of life and face judgment (John 15:6).
As we abide, we experience the love of Christ, are called his friends, and are sent out to bear lasting fruit (John 15:9-17). Love for one another and joyful obedience are not optional—they’re the natural overflow of abiding in Jesus.

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