Jesus is Essential
John 20:30–31: And truly Jesus did many other signs in the presence of His disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in His name.
This life comes “through His name.” What is His name? In John’s Gospel, the emphasis is on His name “I AM.” Jesus makes seven great “I AM” statements in this Gospel, offering the lost sinner all that he needs. Eternal life is not “endless time,” for even lost people are going to live forever in hell. “Eternal life” means the very life of God experienced today. It is a quality of life, not a quantity of time. It is the spiritual experience of “heaven on earth” today.
The Christian does not have to die to have this eternal life; he possesses it in Christ today. The ten disciples were changed from fear to courage, and Thomas was changed from unbelief to confidence. Now, John invites you to trust Jesus Christ and be changed from death to eternal life. If you have already made this life-changing decision, give thanks to God for the precious gift of eternal life. 1
Walking with Jesus
It is time to move from being a Christian who is living in fear to becoming a Christian that lives with courage. These disciples were changed by the resurrected presence of Jesus. It is no different for us today. We live in fear because we are not experiencing the presence of the resurrected Jesus in our lives. We are allowing our cares and concerns to becoming greater than our God. Ready to change? Confess your unbelief and pursue Jesus more than any other passion in your life. He’s wanting you to experience His friendship love and unfailing fellowship.
He who believes in the Son has everlasting life; and he who does not believe the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God abides on him.” John 3:36
As believers, we should experience His heaven, in our hearts…everyday.
Praying
Lord, thank You for revealing Yourself to me through Your signs, wonders, and Word.
1. Wiersbe, W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary. Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
