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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

Our Lord is good and gracious. With each resurrection appearance, Jesus works to re-gather his scattered flock, heal sorrows, speak peace, fill with the Spirit, and restore them.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

Whether the first time or one-thousandth time we read it, eyes of faith see things we never noticed before and we are once again drawn to the wonderful grace of God.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

We have the benefit of living after Easter, but as we await Jesus’ return and the final resurrection, we may find ourselves with distress or sorrows which make Jesus’ words of promise seem impossible.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

If ever we doubt who is, and always has been, in control of our salvation we can look to the details of the cross.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

Pilate, the crowds, the testimony, and the sign all spoke of kingship, not understanding the truth of their words. Jesus gives us eyes to see that, in fact, he is our King.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

We reject, betray, and deny God with each act of sin. We put God on trial, questioning his timing, his presence, and his reasons for the way things are in the world.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

Historical tradition tells us that Peter eventually did lay down his life in martyrdom for Jesus. Before that happened, Jesus fulfilled his promise to send the Holy Spirit.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

Throughout John’s Gospel, Jesus has invoked the very personal and sacred name of God, “I Am,” to refer to himself.
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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

After his admonition that ‘in the world you would have tribulation,’ he himself turns to prayer in order to teach us that in our testing we are to leave everything behind and flee to God.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

Throughout God’s word, we are reminded that the world outside of us is not as great as the One who is within us. “In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.��

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

When those things don’t fall in place, we may treat faith, salvation, and the Holy Spirit like a consolation prize.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

To abide means to be nourished, united, rooted, strengthened. The branches are attached to the vine. That attachment translates into blessings flowing from vine to branch for its ongoing growth and sustaining.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

We did not walk the Jerusalem roads with Jesus, but his promise is for us as well. While we may often feel quite alone, Jesus promises that he has not left us as orphans. He dwells in us.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

We may work to take stock of our deeds, examine our hearts, and amend our lives. It seems like the right way, but it never ends, leading on and on, steeper and steeper.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

In this commandment to love, we are given an invitation. We stand as God’s children by the blood of Christ. Now, our lives can bear testimony to that love and to Christ himself.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

Jesus carried out this humble service, “knowing that the Father had given all things into his hands,” a reminder that God’s power and glory will be demonstrated in his service and sacrifice.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

Our readings are nearing the end of Jesus’ public ministry. His message remains consistent: he has come to save the world, to bring all people out of darkness into his saving light.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

There were many times when we might have expected to see Jesus receive the honor, status, and glory that he deserved.

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

Others may reject Jesus and, because of the life Christ has given us, may reject us too. Jesus warns us, “The world will hate you, because they hate me and you are my disciples.”

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[abbey west @abbeywest_cui]

God brings about his good work for our well-being, even in the midst of those who plot for the death of Jesus.

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