Do You Want to See Jesus?

N.T.#752 "Do You Want to See Jesus?"

March 11, 2026 

John 12-Part 3 

LET IT GLOW 

Jesus came into Jerusalem riding not on a king's decorated horse, but humbly on a donkey never ridden before. His people laid down palm branches and clothing, shouting "Hosanna!" It means save us. They believed the Messiah had come on His triumphal entry. No longer was Jesus a visiting worshiper, but claimed to be their King. 

As a result, the loyalty of people shifted away from the Pharisees and onto Jesus. (verse 19) There were some Greeks that came to worship at the feast. Some Greeks had become Jewish faith. They may have gone to Philip because he was a Jew and he had a Jewish a Greek name. 

They asked to see Jesus when they approached Philip:

Sir, we would see Jesus. (verse 21)

It would have been something for the group of Greeks to say they had seen and had some conversation with Jesus. Do we feel our conversations with Jesus is valued? 

Do we speak to Jesus throughout our day? 

LET IT GROW 

The hour had come when the Son of man should be glorified. (verse 23)

What a picture of the necessary sacrifice Jesus was about to make for all people. Unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains by itself. But if it dies, it will produce a great crop. Also, it yields many more seeds. 

Jesus used that event to show He must die for the penalty of our sins so we don't have to pay it. He has power over death and gives eternal life to believers in Him. Jesus is our substitutionary atonement for sinners like you and me. 

Have you trusted in Jesus for your eternal life?

LET IT GO

Oh what a Savior!

Isn't He wonderful!

Sing His praises today.

Thank You Jesus for enduring so much for us sinners.

The King is Coming!

N.T.#752 " The King is Coming!"

March 10, 2026

John 12-Part 2 

LET IT GLOW 

What extravagant gift have we given Jesus lately?

Mary poured extravagant perfumed oil upon Jesus' feet and wiped it with her hair. What ans expression of her complete love and devotion for the Savior. She anticipated His death. 

Lazarus had become a phenomenon since Christ raised him from the dead. He was on the religious leaders' hit list along with Jesus. It was because so many had believed in Christ after observing what He had done for Lazarus.

The next day folks heard Jesus was in town for the feast. What did they do? 

Took branches of palm trees, and went forth to meet Him, and cried, Hosanna: Blessed is the King of Israel that cometh in the name of the Lord. (verse 13)

Jesus rode on a donkey into Jerusalem, as predicted by Zechariah 9:9, He is just and endowed with salvation, Humble and mounted on a donkey, Even on a colt, the foal of a donkey. 

Jesus is the King of kings and Lord of lords, the Messiah and Savior, the Son of the Living God. do you know Him today, my friend? Do your family and friends know Jesus as their Savior? He is coming again to reign as King on the earth. Are you ready

LET IT GROW 

The disciples did not understand these things until after the ascension of Christ and the coming of the Holy Spirit, who called these things to remembrance.  (verses 16; 14:26)

Are there things Jesus has done in your l life? Have you praised Him for it?

LET IT GO

                               ... and praise the Lord Jesus for all He has done for you.

                               ... of pride and share that He is your Savior.

An Extravagant Gift

N.T.#751 "An Extravagant Gift"

March 9, 2026 

John 12 

LET IT GLOW 

There are 4 parts to this chapter:

1. The anointing of Jesus (verses 1-11)
2. The Triumphal Entry (verses 12-19)
3. The Greeks seek Christ (verses 20-36)
4. The Jews reject Christ (verses 37-50)

[Resource: Liberty Bible Commentary]

The setting was 6 days before Passover, in Bethany, at the house of Simon the healed leper. Maybe it was a Saturday evening. Martha was serving a meal designed to thank the Lord for what He had done for Lazarus and Simon. (verses 1-2) Lazarus was dining with his friends and sister. 

What did sister Mary bring with her? 

She brought an expensive gift for Jesus-a pound of perfumed oil in an alabaster box. It was a very costly perfume imported from India. It was worth a year's wages for a worker then. Picture the Lord and disciples were reclining at a table, feet extended away from it, making it possible for Mary to easily anoint Jesus' feet. 

What did Mary do with her gift? 

She anointed the feet of Jesus and wiped His feet with her hair.

Why would she do this? 

It was an act of love and devotion to the Lord. She had such a grateful heart to the Lord for giving her brother Lazarus a new live, raising his from the dead. Do you feel Mary's humble devotion and love for her Lord Jesus?

The first step in preparing a body for burial was to rinse with water and anoint with perfumed oil. Mary illustrated this for what was ahead for Jesus.

Matthew Henry describes Mary's love as generous, condescending, and believing love. Her faith in Jesus as Messiah, the Christ, and the Anointed One. It was her act of worship to her Lord.

What compassion and gratitude we feel in this room. 

Other Scriptures recording this event is found in Matthew 26 and Mark 14.

LET IT GROW 

Simon's house was filled with this expensive perfumed oil. Yet, some did not appreciate such an extravagant sacrifice for Jesus. Ole Mr. Money Bag, Judas suggested the oil could have been sold for money to give the poor. Really? He wasn't concerned about the poor. He had been sealing form the money-bag for some time. Adding 300 denarii into the piggy bank would have provided more cash in Judas' pocket. To Judas it was a waste, but to Mary it was worship. What a contrast of hearts.

Jesus stood up for Mary. Her act of love was done as an anointing for the death of Christ. They didn't always have Christ with them, for He was soon going to die for such people as Judas.

And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given Himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour.  (Ephesians 5:2)

In the Greek, sweetsmelling refers to a fragrance; savour is a lawyer.

Do we pour on Jesus love overflowing, giving Him our heart and serving Him with our best?

LET IT GO 

Help us give what costs us as a sacrifice to You, Precious Jesus.

May Your love overflow through us to others today.

The Plot Thickens

N.T.# 750 "The Plot Thickens"

March 6, 2026 

John 11-Part 7 

LET IT GLOW

Jesus must die so Israel could live? The religious leaders were afraid of the Romans, who ruled their government. Better for one man to die as a traitor than everyone die. That was their thinking. Caiaphas determined Jesus must die so that the nation will live. Little did he realize that was so. The Sanhedrin formally decided to kill Christ. Knowing this plan, Christ removed Himself from the public view. (verses 53-54) The leaders made it clear that anyone who saw Christ should report it, that they might take him. (verse 57)

LET IT GROW 

Would Jesus show up for the Passover Feast around the city of Jerusalem.? There were informants throughout the city of Jerusalem. Boy, would He ever make an entrance! You just wait, Jews, the King of kings is coming to you.

Is Jesus coming to you, dear one? 

LET IT GO 

Let go of fear and trust our Heavenly Father.

Surrender to His will.

Listen to His Spirit and enjoy His presence.

God Uses Evil for Our Good

N.T.#749 "God Uses Evil for Our Good"

March 5, 2026 

John 11-Part 6 

LET IT GLOW 

Why should Jesus die? He was a great teacher and performed miracles. Apparently, when Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, that was enough for the Jewish leaders. They couldn't let him continue to stray Jews to His group. 

What were the results of this miracle?

1. Many believed on Jesus. 
2. Some went back to Jerusalem to report this incident to the leaders.
3. The Sanhedrin became angry and were afraid that if people continued to follow Christ, the Romans would think the Jews were planning a rebellion and would take their leaders into captivity. (Liberty Bible Commentary)

So the Jewish leaders did not rejoice with Lazarus' family or the community. They worried about how Jesus' rising prominence would affect their power. Personal status and ambition can often blind people to truth, to God's work, and to the need for gratitude. (The Jeremiah Study Bible)

LET IT GROW 

Shall we take a look at Tony Evan's perspective on this situation:

*Caiaphas the high priest had a solution. It was better for 1 man to die than a whole nation. (verse 5)

* Actually, Caiaphas prophesied. He was thinking on the physical realm, but foretold a spiritual reality. Jesus would die for Israel. (verse 51) 

*Not only for Israel, but for the Gentiles, you and me, did Jesus die. So they plotted to kill Him. (verse 53) 

*What they planned for evil, God planned for good. (Gen. 50:20)

As a result, Jesus left this area and no more walked openly among the Jews. (verse 34) He and His disciples went to Ephriam. We know Jesus was eventually killed, yet no one took His life, for He willingly layed it down for you and me.

LET IT GO 

Thank You Jesus for providing salvation for us sinners; for taking our punishment for our sins.

Glory to God!

Coming Alive

N.T.#738 "Coming Alive"

March 4, 2926 

John 11-Part 5 

LET IT GLOW 

Take away the stone (from in front of Lazarus' burial tomb). But he stinks, (being dead 4 days). 

Jesus responded to Martha with this: Did I not say to you, if you believe, you will see the glory of God? (verse 40, NAS)

Jesus knew God sent Him to Lazarus' grave for this purpose-that they would believe God sent Him there. Jesus thanked God that He hears Jesus. 

What happened next?

• Lazarus come forth! (verse 43) Jesus cried with a loud voice. 
• The dead man came out of the tomb bound with hand and feet graveclothes, and his face wrapped with a cloth. (verse 44a He was all wrapped up.

The people saw the glory of God, believed Jesus was sent from God, and saw Lazarus raised from the dead. What a thing to witness!

When Jesus calls us to come, we come, right?

Lazarus became alive, through the power God gave Jesus.

Are we alive in Jesus?

LET IT GROW

Loose him and let him go. (verse 46b)

 Jesus gave those instructions. When we come to Jeus with our chains of sin on, He loosens them and they fall off. He sets the captives free!

Are you wrapped up in grave clothes? Does your life feeling like you are a walking dead person? Are you spiritually dead? Believe in Jesus turn to Him, repent of your sins, and He will raise you from the dead person you are. 

Jesus can let go of our old sinful self and give us a new one.

LET IT GO 

Help us let go of our unloving self and fill us with Your loving Spirit.

Jesus Loves Us

N.T.#747 "Jesus Loves Us"

March 3, 2026

John 11-Part 4 

LET IT GO 

When Jesus finally arrived in Bethany, Martha had a bone to pick with Him. Her brother, Lazarus was dead after 4 days. She lost all hope. Jesus reassured her that her brother would rise again. Martha though Jesus was referring to the resurrection. 

Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live. (verse 25)

Jesus raises those who are dead in sin and gives them eternal life. Those who believe in Christ shall live. Did Martha believe this? Yes. In verse 27 Martha believes Thou art the Christ, the Son of God. 

Friend, who do you believe Jesus is?

LET IT GROW 

Martha went to Mary and told her Jesus was there. What happened at their encounter? Mary fell down at His feet, saying, Lord, it thou hadst been here, my brother had not died. (verse 32)

Keep in mind that a group from Jerusalem was with M & M during this time, mourning with them, comforting them. Jesus groaned (angry) in His Spirit and was troubled. Probably the root cause of all this sorrow and grief-sin. 

He didn't give any explanation nor excuses. Jesus simply wanted to know where Lazarus was buried and He went there. Jesus groaned again and wad troubled (to shake with emotion). Jews were debating whether or not Jesus could have prevented Lazarus' death. They took Jesus there to the cave. When He saw the tears of Mary and her friends, what did Jesus do?

Jesus wept. (verse 35) 

We believe Jesus is fully God, but He is also fully human. Even though He knew He was about to perform the miracle, Jesus grieved with the pain and sorrow as well as the death-dealing effects of sin on those He loves. Our High Priest sympathizes with our weaknesses, for He had been tempted in every way as we are, yet without sin. (Hebrews 4:15)

The sisters could see how much Jesus loved Lazarus. (verse 36)

Dear ones, Jesus loves us so much. He sees our troubles and sorrows. He wants to comfort us. 

LET IT GO 

Seek Jesus, run to Him, fall on our knees at His feet.

Drop our problems at the feet of Jesus like Mary did.