These verses from Colossians 3 remind us that whatever we do in this life is ultimately for the Lord. We tend to strive for praise and acknowledgement from other people, but this will always fall short. Even when no one else seems to notice our efforts, God sees.

Let's rest & reflect on this passage and recalibrate our hearts to focus on the Lord and not the praise (or lack of praise) from other people.

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We've made it to the final chapter of John's Gospel!

In this chapter, we see Jesus appear to the disciples in a familiar way- instructing them in how to catch a whole bunch of fish! He also restores and commissions Peter after his heartbreaking denial.

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What feels heavy today? Worries, decisions, relationship struggles, confusion?

This verse from Psalm 55 reminds us that the Lord is near, waiting for us to hand over our burdens and to trust him wholeheartedly.

Be comforted today as you rest & reflect in this truth from scripture.

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This chapter begins with alarm and confusion, but joy and hope break through as Mary and the disciples realize Jesus is alive! Mary becomes the first person to officially share the Gospel, and we learn a lesson about faith from Thomas.

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Part of our "Journey Through John" series, this chapter detailing Jesus' crucifixion calls for something different. My opinions and words fall short of the gravity of what happens in this section of scripture.

Let's approach the words recorded in this chapter with somber hearts, open to the weight of what Jesus did for us on the cross.

This is a Rest & Reflect, soaking in the scripture and listening to what the Holy Spirit has to speak to us as we listen.

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In this chapter, we see Jesus betrayed, arrested, and questioned. We also feel the sting of Peter's denial, fulfilled as Jesus predicted. Can we see parts of ourselves in Peter? Yes, we can. But, restoration is coming!

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Foundations are unseen, but critical. Foundations support the structure as it encounters daily stress and opposition. How are foundations important in our spiritual lives?

Rest & reflect on these verses from Matthew that focus on the comparison between the wise and foolish builders. Why did one house stand strong and the other collapse? How can we ensure we are building our lives on strong foundations?

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This week's Journey Through John is a little different - let's meditate on some main points found in these chapters right before Jesus is arrested. He gives some final words to his disciples, and prays for them and all future believers. What can we learn from Jesus' final prayers?

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Does anyone enjoy waiting? Waiting in line, waiting for something hoped for, waiting for responses from others... I don't think any of us could say times of waiting are enjoyable!

Still, there is purpose in times of waiting. These times that seem uneventful and pointless can be times of growth and opportunities to refocus our priorities. How can we wait well? How can we redirect our focus from an outcome we hope for to a person we can hope in? Be encouraged as you rest & reflect on these scriptures about waiting for the Lord.

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How do we "abide" in Christ? In this chapter, Jesus encourages his disciples to remain in him as the key to living a fruitful life. He explains the purpose of "pruning" to make our lives more fruitful, and also warns the disciples about the persecution to come. These truths lovingly spoken to the disciples hold just as much value for us today, be encouraged.

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