His Purpose

Scripture: Jesus (to Philip and Andrew) : 23 “The time has come for the Son of Man to be glorified. 24 I tell you the truth: unless a grain of wheat is planted in the ground and dies, it remains a solitary seed. But when it is planted, it produces in death a great harvest. 25 The one who loves this life will lose it, and the one who despises it in this world will have life forevermore. 26 Anyone who serves Me must follow My path; anyone who serves Me will want to be where I am, and he will be honored by the Father. 27 My spirit is low and unsettled. How can I ask the Father to save Me from this hour? This hour is the purpose for which I have come into the world. But what I can say is this: 28 “Father, glorify Your name!” Suddenly a voice echoed from the heavens. The Father: “I have glorified My name. And again I will bring glory in this hour that will resound throughout time.” (John 12:23-28 The Voice) And finally it is Spring! I love Spring, and seeing new life once again. As I walk around my yard and see the tulips and daffodils coming up after being covered in snow for so long, I am reminded of what Jesus has done for me/for you. Jesus knew what was necessary for Him to do, and He was unsettled, but He also knew that was the purpose for which He came to earth. Thank You, Jesus, that You were willing to be that seed planted in the ground (by Your death) that has brought new life. I want to follow and serve You. Thank You. AMEN I will continue to thank You, Lord, because of all Your amazing deeds! I delight in You and ponder Your deeds. How gracious and merciful You are. Psalm 111
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