Illustrations from John

407 illustrations referencing John

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The One Anothers: Life in Christian Community - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content The New Testament contains over 50 'one another' commands—love one another, serve one another, bear one another's burdens, forgive one another. These aren't sug...

Galatians 6:2, Acts 2:42-47, 1 John 4:20
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Lessons from Understanding - Story

A story related to this content Like a key unlocking a door, understanding requires love to see {result}.

John 14:6
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Theosis: Becoming Partakers of the Divine Nature - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content The Eastern Orthodox tradition proclaims the most audacious truth in Christianity: we are called to become partakers of the divine nature (2 Peter 1:4). This is...

2 Peter 1:4, John 17:21, Galatians 2:20
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Theosis: Becoming Partakers of the Divine Nature - Story

A story related to this content The Eastern Orthodox tradition proclaims the most audacious truth in Christianity: we are called to become partakers of the divine nature (2 Peter 1:4). This is theosi...

2 Peter 1:4, John 17:21, Galatians 2:20
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A Story of Redemption - Story

A story that demonstrates the same truth The example of Mark shows that redemption is not about self-effort but about grace.

John 14:6
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Lessons from Mercy - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content In periods of reflection, we see how mercy provides clarity to those who love.

John 3:16
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The Personal Call of Salvation - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content The Gospel message is fundamentally personal. When Jesus spoke to Nicodemus in John 3, He didn't speak about systems or institutions—He spoke about a personal t...

John 3:16, Romans 10:9, 2 Corinthians 5:17
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When Wisdom - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content In moments of doubt, we see how wisdom provides purpose to those who act.

John 14:6
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A Story of Gentleness - Story

A story related to this content The example of Thomas shows that gentleness is not about self-effort but about relationship.

John 3:16
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The Good Shepherd: Psalm 23 in a Dangerous World - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content Psalm 23 wasn't written by a suburban poet who thought shepherds were romantic figures. David knew shepherding was dangerous work—protecting sheep from wolves, ...

Psalm 23, John 10:11, Ezekiel 34:11-16
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A Story of Redemption - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of the same concept The example of Mark shows that redemption is not about self-effort but about grace.

John 14:6
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The Example of Wisdom - Story

A story related to this content The story of Andrew illustrates how wisdom transforms lives through hope.

John 3:16
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The Personal Call of Salvation - Story

A story related to this content The Gospel message is fundamentally personal. When Jesus spoke to Nicodemus in John 3, He didn't speak about systems or institutions—He spoke about a personal transfor...

John 3:16, Romans 10:9, 2 Corinthians 5:17
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The Sovereignty of God in Salvation - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content The Reformed tradition magnifies the absolute sovereignty of God in all matters, especially salvation. Before the foundation of the world, God chose those whom ...

Ephesians 1:4-5, Romans 9:16, John 6:44
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The Example of Faith - Quote

This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. The story of Hannah illustrates how faith transforms lives through hope. Supporting quote: "[Relevant quote that supports this principle]"

John 3:16
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The Power of Redemption - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content Like a foundation supporting a building, redemption requires share to see {result}.

John 3:16
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The Power of Goodness - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content Just as a anchor holding steady, goodness teaches us that obedience leads to victory.

John 14:6
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The Power of Perseverance - Story

A story related to this content Just as a lighthouse guiding ships, perseverance teaches us that perseverance leads to blessing.

John 3:16
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Lessons from Compassion - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content The story of Sarah illustrates how compassion transforms lives through faith.

John 14:6
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A Story of Redemption - Biblical Analogy

A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle The example of Mark shows that redemption is not about self-effort but about grace.

John 14:6
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When Perseverance - Story

A story that demonstrates the same truth Like a anchor holding steady, perseverance requires love to see {result}.

John 14:6
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Lessons from Kindness - Story

A story that demonstrates the same truth Like a seed growing in fertile soil, kindness requires receive to see {result}.

John 14:6
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Lessons from Mercy - Story

A story related to this content In periods of reflection, we see how mercy provides clarity to those who love.

John 3:16
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The Sovereignty of God in Salvation - Story

A story related to this content The Reformed tradition magnifies the absolute sovereignty of God in all matters, especially salvation. Before the foundation of the world, God chose those whom He woul...

Ephesians 1:4-5, Romans 9:16, John 6:44
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