Christ Insight

Based on: John 14:15-21

Have you ever played peekaboo with a baby? They all seem to love that game.  But, do you realize what's happening as you play that game? You are teaching them, as you hide your face, that there are times when you will go way and they will not be able to see you, but you are also teaching them, as you show your face to them, that you will come back.  You're teaching them to not be afraid during the times you are gone because you will come back.

Based on: John 14:1-12

Yes, it is still the Easter season, that portion of the church year in which we celebrate the resurrection, but the words we hear from Jesus in the gospel for today are words that he spoke to his disciples on Maundy Thursday evening. It is good for us to recognize this because it gives us a glimpse into the heart of our Savior.  Jesus knew that in less than 24 hours he was going to suffer horribly and then finally die on the cross.  In spite of that, actually because of that, he took time to give these words of comfort to his disciples.  He gives these words of comfort to us as well.

Based on:  John 14:1-4

It is only natural that God’s people want to be where God is.  As children of God we want to be with our heavenly Father and with our brother, Jesus Christ.  We know that to be with God is to have life and peace and joy.  God’s presence is the amazing gift that we have through God’s Gospel.  It is his promise that he will be with us now and forever.