Author Archives: Jefferson Vann
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Psalm 1:1e He does not stand When Penny and I were discussing this text, we found that the progression it describes is more complex than you might think. It seems backwards. It starts with walking, then standing, then sitting. If … Continue reading
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Psalm 1:1d And on the sinners’ road We have encountered quite a few unmarked paths so far. Some looked enticing because they might be shortcuts to our destination. But we stayed on the marked trail. All it takes is one … Continue reading
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Psalm 1:1c At the advice of wicked ones We have quickly learned that even the best guidebook has errors, and even the most hearty endorsement can lead to disappointment. What advice you take makes a huge difference. We need to … Continue reading
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Psalm 1:1b Who does not walk Walking is something that most of us can do, and we don’t think about whether we’re doing it right. But my wife and I have begun a hike of over 2000 miles. That kind … Continue reading
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Psalms 1:1a That man is fortunate- A man has all that anyone can ask for, a life to be envied. He is on his way to yet another dream vacation, enjoying the best food, the most beautiful women, in his … Continue reading
former believers
former believers Devotions from Jefferson Vann # 2426 John 8:30-32 Joh 8:30 While he was saying these things, many believed in him. Joh 8:31 That was why Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you stay in … Continue reading
things that are right by him
things that are right by him Devotions from Jefferson Vann # 2425 John 8:25-29 Joh 8:25 This is why they said to him, “Who are you?” Jesus told them “That one I’ve been telling you about from the very beginning.” … Continue reading
Jesus’ escape
Jesus’ escape Devotions from Jefferson Vann # 2424 John 8:19-24 Joh 8:19 That was why they said to him, “Where is your Father?” Jesus answered “You know neither me nor my Father, if you knew me, you would also know … Continue reading
Galilee’s light of the world
Galilee’s light of the world Devotions from Jefferson Vann # 2423 John 8:12-18 Joh 8:12 This was why Jesus spoke to them again: “I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in the darkness … Continue reading
then there’s Nicodemus
then there’s Nicodemus Devotions from Jefferson Vann # 2422 John 7:45-52 Joh 7:45 Then the assistants came to the chief priests and Pharisees, and they said to them, “Why have you not brought him?” Joh 7:46 The assistants answered, “No … Continue reading
