Podcast appearances and mentions of jesus year

My MS Story- Episode 183 - Transcript In this episode we join our host Stephanie Buxhoeveden and special guest Ashley Ratcliff Lundy as we dive into the personal journeys of living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) as we share unique stories of diagnosis, the emotional rollercoaster that follows, and how perspectives on life have shifted since that moment. From the first signs of MS to the life-changing diagnosis, our guest speaks about challenges, the feelings of uncertainty, fear, and hope, while hearing the lessons they've learned along the way. With honesty and resilience, we discuss how to redefine goals, priorities, and outlook on life, offering valuable advice to those newly diagnosed. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on adapting to change, embracing strength, and finding a renewed sense of purpose in the face of MS. A special thank you to our generous sponsor Novartis. Poppy + Monarch, E-commerce business that supports the chronically ill community Jesus Year, The self-help memoir Ashley wrote about her MS diagnosis We Are ILL, The patient advocacy organization Disclaimer: This podcast provides general educational information. Can Do MS does not endorse, promote, or recommend any service, or diet associated with the content of this program.

This week, Pastor Bailey shares our 2025 word of the year- Thanksgiving! Key Verses: Genesis 1:27-28 Genesis 1:31 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 2 Corinthians 4:15 Psalm 100:4 Luke 17:14-19 Psalm 105:1 Colossians 3:17 Key Points: Thanksgiving honors and glorifies God! Thanksgiving puts us in God's will! Thanksgiving is a breakthrough into presence! Thanksgiving shifts our perspective! Thanksgiving pleases the Lord! Thanksgiving needs to be shared and proclaimed! Thanksgiving keeps us from being entitled! Thanksgiving and joy go hand in hand! Thanksgiving is a heavenly lifestyle! Thanksgiving has a voice! Promises the Lord gives: Giving thanks releases multiplication In our year of Thanksgiving, we will bear fruit in every season 2025 is our Jesus Year! Praying that you will join us in our year of Thanksgiving and that this message uplifts and blesses your week!

Just Jesus Year End Recap by Real Life

Holy Name of Jesus (Year C, 2024-2025)Scripture Readings: Numbers 6:22-27, Psalm 8, Galatians 4:4-7, Luke 2:15-21

Kenny Mammarella-D'Cruz, known as the "Man Whisperer," is a leading men's personal development consultant who guides individuals and couples in achieving their life, relationship, and career goals. With over 15 years of experience, he conducts workshops, private consultations, and facilitates men's groups, both in London and online. Kenny's remarkable journey, from refugee camps to working with Mother Teresa and overcoming personal challenges, has made him a gentle yet influential voice in helping men navigate life, and he is praised by Newsweek as a "man whisperer." In this episode Kenny and Sathiya discuss: [00:00] The lie of social media [01:00] Adult boys in survival mode [09:57] The Jesus Year [10:10] Second Saturn Return [11:32] Challenges in Experiencing Depth in Friendships [21:13] The inner child and the man within [24:27] The role of protectors [28:17] Unlearning and finding stability [32:48] The journey through difficult and challenging parts of personal stories [33:21] Understanding and integrating the shadow self [35:16] Guidance on confronting and working through personal issues [42:29] Inner Child Work and Recovery [43:17] Breaking Free and Spreading the Love Learn more about The Man Whisperer Check out the Kenny Videos about Men's Groups Book A Call With Sathiya's Team For more Free Resources, check this out Follow Sathiya on Instagram

We've finally made it to our Jesus Year so it's only fitting that we mention religion...in a cultural way. Plus, John Summits album, Tik Tok dances, bone density, nap science, signature scents, and of course Love Island. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Lauren dive deep into celebrations and lessons from 33, her Jesus year.  Lauren shares: the money fears that came to surface and how she moved through them the moments of gratitude and celebration she experienced  moving through edges and surrendering to God the top 8 lessons she learned what's shes focusing on for year 34 Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamlaurenmegan Holy Honey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holyhoneycollective/ Join Cosmic Rose Faciliation: https://www.laurenmegan.com/cosmicrose Join the Hive Membership: https://www.laurenmegan.com/thehive June Summer Solstice Feminine Embodiment Class and Women's Circle: https://www.laurenmegan.com/embodimentcircle

(weekday Solemnity) – Friday- The Most SACRED HEART OFJESUS - The Solemnity of the Most SACRED HEART OF JESUS - First Reading - Hosea 11:1 3-4, 8-9 Psalm: - Isaiah 12:2-6, rv3. "You will draw water joyfully from the spings of salvation." Second Reading - Ephesians 3:8-12, 14-19 Gospel Acclamation - Alleluia, alleluia! God first loved us and sent his Son to take away our sins. Alleluia! Gospel - John 19:31-37 Image: Shutterstock licensed image. stock photo ID: 71906230. Vienna - The painting of the heart of Jesus Christ from church St. Gertrude Pfarrkirche. By Renata Sedmakova References: Fr Paul W. Kelly Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feast_of_the_Sacred_Heart Image: Photo. Shutterstock licensed image. stock photo ID: 71906230 . Vienna - The painting of heart of Jesus Christ from church St. Gertrude Pfarrkirche. By Renata Sedmakova ++++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com To listen to my weekly homily audio podcast, please click this link here. https://soundcloud.com/user-633212303/tracks Further information relating to the audio productions linked to this Blog: "Faith, Hope and Love - Christian worship and reflection" - Led by Rev Paul Kelly Prayers and chants — Roman Missal, 3rd edition, © 2010, The International Commission on English in the liturgy. (ICEL) Scriptures - New Revised Standard Version: © 1989, and 2009 by the NCC-USA. (National Council of Churches of Christ - USA) "The Psalms" ©1963, 2009, The Grail - Collins publishers. Prayers of the Faithful - " Together we pray" by Robert Borg'. E.J. Dwyer, Publishers, (1993) . (Sydney Australia). Sung "Mass In Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" - By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. The Gloria, Copyright © 2011 ccwatershed.org. - "Faith, Hope and Love" theme hymn - in memory of William John Kelly - Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. "Quiet Time." Instrumental Reflection music. Written by Paul W Kelly. 1988, 2007. & This arrangement: Stefan Kelk, 2020. - "Today I Arise" - For Trisha J Kelly. Original words and music by Paul W. Kelly. Inspired by St Patrick's Prayer. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. [ Production - KER - 2024] May God bless and keep you.

Nobody likes you when you're 23.But when you turn 33, and enter your Jesus year, the world is your oyster, brother.As Cody Williams (Senior Editor, FanSided.com) becomes clearer than Larry Bird in Space Jam, John Buhler (Staff Writer, FanSided.com) helped him make sense of all the nonsense they did to entertain themselves in the first week of May in college football.From college football rev share, to putting Shedeur Sanders on a team, bruh, they've got you scattered, smothered and covered, man. If you loved The Sleevies, get ready for The Freshman 15, some Just Like Novocaine with blink-182 and an extra special surprise...They don't own the rights to 30 for 30, so 32 for 33 seemed like a fair way to go. Who knew that Buhler was an aspiring graphic designer? Who knew Cody was a noted art critic? False Start, Episode 72 was as off-the-rails as you could have ever imagined.

God is doing big things. This service be encouraged and challenged as you hear about The Jesus Year from our Pastor, Jerry and Heidi Hunter, and Daniel Aquilar. to give to the Jesus Year: https://real.churchcenter.com/giving/to/jesus-year-2024

Kenny Mammarella-D'Cruz, known as the "Man Whisperer," is a leading men's personal development consultant who guides individuals and couples in achieving their life, relationship, and career goals. With over 15 years of experience, he conducts workshops, private consultations, and facilitates men's groups, both in London and online. Kenny's remarkable journey, from refugee camps to working with Mother Teresa and overcoming personal challenges, has made him a gentle yet influential voice in helping men navigate life, and he is praised by Newsweek as a "man whisperer." In this episode Kenny and Sathiya discuss: [00:00] The lie of social media [01:00] Adult boys in survival mode [09:57] The Jesus Year [10:10] Second Saturn Return [11:32] Challenges in Experiencing Depth in Friendships [21:13] The inner child and the man within [24:27] The role of protectors [28:17] Unlearning and finding stability [32:48] The journey through difficult and challenging parts of personal stories [33:21] Understanding and integrating the shadow self [35:16] Guidance on confronting and working through personal issues [42:29] Inner Child Work and Recovery [43:17] Breaking Free and Spreading the Love Learn more about The Man WhispererCheck out the Kenny Videos about Men's GroupsBook A Call With Sathiya's TeamFor more Free Resources, check this outFollow Sathiya on Instagram

Holy Name of Jesus (Year B, 2023-2024)Scripture Readings: Numbers 6:22-27, Psalm 8, Galatians 4:4-7, Luke 2:15-21

Welcome back to another episode were I speak about how 2023, and turning Jesus Year hits real different! Your girl is back and better! This episode will speak to the meaning of this year of life, how life been throwing Mayweather hands and how to remain and survive in the storm. Thanks for being patient with me in my hiatus, I will do better to not disappear for so long again. Tune in to learn, laugh and move forward with me. Check out the visuals on my social media pages, like and share while you are there. 

I'm sharing 4 lessons that came through for me during this year at age 33. It's been a wild, beautiful year that called for a lot less time showing my face online and on camera. I expected this year to be way more loud and vivacious, but it wasn't that and yet this year was better than I could have ever imagined.I'd love to know which lesson/insight is your favorite, come tell me in the youtube comments here: https://youtu.be/-NU79Jcey-A___This podcast will be taking a break starting now and going into Jan, Feb, and possibly March. Here are the two spaces you can work with me in 2023 and going into 2024:Heart Magick, a self love course for women through the MAGICK of breast massage: https://selfexpressedbabe.com/heart-magick/Magnetic Woman, a VIP day with 3 hours fully dedicated to you (1:1) to support you within the realms of sexuality, love, and/or relationships: https://selfexpressedbabe.com/vip-day/

This episode was recorded on the Eve of the Nativity of the Taylor. He & Liv reflect on the ups & downs of his "Jesus year" as his birthday drew near. The celebrations continue as Taylor shares the excitement of his sister's wedding this past weekend, the joy of family gatherings & reflecting on the past. They also discuss some breakthroughs they have both made in their personal and spiritual lives, including a bizzarre realization Taylor had about Zechariah & Mary where he argues that either God likes his favorite girls more than his favorite boys OR the Archangel Gabriel learned a valuable lesson! We hope you enjoy this off the rails final segment! :) Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on the craziness of each episode by hitting the subscribe button RIGHT NOW! Help other people find the show by taking a few moments to leave a review in your podcasting app. Thanks! YouTube Check out the show and other exclusive videos on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/fortecatholic Connect

Many celebrate milestone birthdays in a special way, and Father Dave welcomes Catholic speaker Mari Pablo to talk about how she's commemorating age 33 as her “Jesus year.”

The Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. (Year A) Sacred Heart First READING. Deuteronomy 7:6-11 RESPONSORIAL PSALM. Ps 103:1-2, 3-4,8,10. R. The Lord's kindness is everlasting to those who fear him. SECOND READING. 1 John 4:7-16 ALLELUIA. Matt 11:29ab. Alleluia, alleluia! Take my yoke upon you; learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart. Alleluia! (Mt 11:29) GOSPEL Matthew 11:25-30 Image: Photo. Sacre Coeur, Paris, France. By Stephanie LeBlanc on Unsplash. References: Fr Paul W. Kelly Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feast_of_the_Sacred_Heart Image: Photo. Sacre Coeur, Paris, France. By Stephanie LeBlanc on Unsplash. ++++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ++++++++ Archive of homilies and reflections: http://homilycatholic.blogspot.com.au To contact Fr. Paul, please email: paulwkelly68@gmail.com To listen to my weekly homily audio podcast, please click this link here. NB - It is often a week or so Ahead: https://soundcloud.com/user-633212303/tracks You are welcome to subscribe to Fr Paul's homily mail-out by sending an email to this address: paulkellyreflections+subscribe@googlegroups.com Further information relating to the audio productions linked to this Blog: "Faith, Hope and Love - Christian worship and reflection" - Led by Rev Paul Kelly Prayers and chants — Roman Missal, 3rd edition, © 2010, The International Commission on English in the liturgy. (ICEL) Scriptures - New Revised Standard Version: © 1989, and 2009 by the NCC-USA. (National Council of Churches of Christ - USA) "The Psalms" ©1963, 2009, The Grail - Collins publishers. Prayers of the Faithful - " Together we pray" by Robert Borg'. E.J. Dwyer, Publishers, (1993) . (Sydney Australia). Sung "Mass In Honour of St. Ralph Sherwin" - By Jeffrey M. Ostrowski. The Gloria. Copyright © 2011 ccwatershed.org. - "Faith, Hope and Love" theme hymn - in memory of William John Kelly - Inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Music by Paul W. Kelly. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. - "Today I Arise" - For Trisha J Kelly. Original words and music by Paul W. Kelly. Inspired by St Patrick's Prayer. Arranged and sung, with additional lyrics by Stefan Kelk. 2019. [ Production - KER - 2023] May God bless and keep you.

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Listen in on the Co-Founders (Aaron Christopherson and Chris Donald) talk about the upcoming Jesus Year.

We're back with another Jesus story! Join us as Jesus brings hope to the hopeless in this exciting Bible Story. 

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://thecitylife.org/2023/04/21/ps-classics-presents-the-debut-album-from-broadways-matthew-scott-the-jesus-year-a-letter-from-my-dad/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/citylifeorg/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/citylifeorg/support

Babyyyyy!!! They aint lying when they say 33 is your Jesus Year, and your palette changes. I got 4 more months before it happens, but when I say "THEM CHANGES" are hitting early. *siri cue ThunderCat* tap in...let's get real!

Join Rev. Emily E. Ewing (they) and Rev. Kay Rohloff (she) and special guest Rev. Elle Dowd (she/they) to explore new and nerdy connections to the scripture for Baptism of Jesus, also known as the second Sunday after Epiphany, which falls on January 8th this year, including our deep dive into the Holy Spirit! The scripture we refer to for this episode can be found here. You can find Elle on Twitter/Insta/Snap @hownowbrowndowd and on Tiktok @elledowdministry and @elcayoungadults. We talked about our episode on the 6th Sunday after Pentecost last year with Rev. Nic Peñaranda and God's Holy Darkness, which she illustrated. We also talked about our episode on Biblical Cussing for the 15th Sunday after Pentecost in 2021. Kay mentioned this Girl Genius appearance to the whole world. CN: we talk about anti-queer sentiment, conversion therapy, and suicide when discussing the deep dive. To support Nerds At Church, you can become a Patreon Supporter at any tier for extra perks and bonus content including uncut guest episodes, Live Q&As, merch, and more. If becoming a paying supporter isn't possible right now, please leave us a review instead — it helps sustain the show and spread the word! Check us out on Facebook & Twitter at @NerdsAtChurch to connect! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nerdsatchurch/message

Holy Name of Jesus (Year A, 2022-2023)Scripture Readings: Numbers 6:22-27, Psalm 8, Galatians 4:4-7, Luke 2:15-21

We're back in Cana! A desperate man approaches Jesus and begs for his intervention.   Our story comes from John 4.

The disciples are amazed by Jesus' conversation with the Samaritan woman. They learn a valuable lesson about the heart of Christ and the mission ahead.  Our story comes from John 4. 

We're in John 4 and Jesus has a conversation with a woman who is living on the outskirts of society. She's hated by many, judged by practically all, and she's about to come face to face with the opportunity of a lifetime. 

Join me as I chat with Ashley M. Ratcliff about her multiple sclerosis (MS) story and how shares the disparities about MS in women of color, clinical trials, building a support tribe, and learning to be your own health advocate.   We also talk about her new book, Jesus Year, The First Year of the Rest of My Life After I Was Diagnosed With MS, a self-help memoir that takes readers on her journey of finding a new normal, a process to which anyone living with a chronic illness can relate.    In this episode, you'll also learn how to: Confront your reality Build a support squad Set yourself up for success by monitoring your diet, mindset, and other self-care resources Celebrate milestones and live your best life   Connect with Ashley at http://bit.ly/buyjesusyear and at https://bit.ly/listentojesusyear  

The followers of John the Baptist are upset! Jesus has been growing in popularity and John's guys don't want to lose the limelight. Tune in to hear how John responds. 

Jesus is visited by Nicodemus and the conversation takes a turn. 

In this episode, we are celebrating Brittany's Birthday! Lessons learned from my Jesus Year.  Morning Motivation Hosted by Brittany Daniel is a segment of the Brittany Daniel Podcast. This live stream features conversations centered around personal development, encouragement, and motivation for anyone needing an extra push to create the life of their dreams. Live streams are weekdays at 8 a.m. EST on Facebook and YouTube.

Colleen Welsch focuses on actions, not outcome. Whether she's working on her freelance writing work, coaching freelancers, creating social media content as an influencer, writing music, or performing comedy, she is driven by the joy these passions bring, not the money they might make.Though she has a lot going on, Colleen is careful to separate her businesses from her identity. She believes that using her gifts to their greatest potential is how she lives a purposeful, authentic life. This mindset has helped her find incredible success, as well as a desire to help others do the same.In this week's episode, you'll get a chance to learn more about Colleen, her journey, and how she is able to do it all in a 10-hour work week. In this episode, you'll hear:How Colleen went from working a stressful corporate job to charging hundreds of dollars per hour as a freelance copywriter.The ways that your financial mindset might be limiting your success.Why you should unlearn the traditional 9-to-5 so you can find the structure that works for you.About Colleen's “Jesus Year” and how it's changed her perspective on life.That doing scary things as a joke can help you get past the obstacles you create for yourself.Tips for letting negative things go so they don't drive reactionary decisions.Why doing things with the right intentions leads to your best work.That everything is figureoutable if you're willing to research and reach out to people who are already succeeding in your interests.Why her authenticity is what Colleen is most proud of from her career.How to find success through your natural gifts rather than being defined by a high-status career.Find Colleen on Instagram and TikTok. For her freelance course and coaching resources, visit her website, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.The book Colleen read is Book Yourself Solid by Michael Port.Find more about Human Design Type here."Everything is figureoutable" is from Marie Forleo's work. Alex Fasulo is not Colleen's mean commenter. Her TikTok is lovely.More of Colleen's music can be found on Spotify.

Jesus makes his way to Jerusalem for Passover and finds something shocking. Jesus takes care of business. 

Jesus performs his first miracle. Today's story comes from John 2.

Jesus drives out an impure spirit, heals a woman of a fever and much more! Our story comes from Luke 4. 

To support the ministry and get access to exclusive content, go to: http://patreon.com/logicalbiblestudy Luke 15: 3-7 - 'There will be rejoicing in heaven over one repentant sinner.' Catechism of the Catholic Church Paragraphs: - 545 (In 'The Proclamation of the Kingdom of God') - Jesus invites sinners to the table of the kingdom: “I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.” He invites them to that conversion without which one cannot enter the kingdom, but shows them in word and deed his Father's boundless mercy for them and the vast “joy in heaven over one sinner who repents.” The supreme proof of his love will be the sacrifice of his own life “for the forgiveness of sins.” - 589 (In 'Jesus & Israel's Faith in the One God & Saviour') - Jesus gave scandal above all when he identified his merciful conduct toward sinners with God's own attitude toward them. He went so far as to hint that by sharing the table of sinners he was admitting them to the messianic banquet (abbreviated). Got a Bible question? Send an email to logicalbiblestudy@gmail.com, and it will be answered in an upcoming episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daily-gospel-exegesis/message

Jesus, led by the Holy Spirit, enters the wilderness where he is tempted by Satan.  Our story comes from Matthew 4. 

John the Baptist has been promising the coming Messiah and here He is! Our story comes from Matthew 3.

Join Rev. Emily E. Ewing (they) and Rev. Kay Rohloff (she) to explore new and nerdy connections to the scripture for Baptism of Jesus, also known as the first Sunday after Epiphany, which falls on January 9th this year, including our deep dive into baptism! The scripture we refer to for this episode can be found here. We talked about grace, which you can learn more about on our 21st Sunday after Pentecost episode. CN: we talk about infant death when discussing the deep dive. Check us out on Facebook & Twitter at @NerdsAtChurch to connect! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nerdsatchurch/message

Join Rev. Emily E. Ewing (they) and Rev. Kay Rohloff (she) to explore new and nerdy connections to the scripture for Name of Jesus, which falls on January 1st this and every year, including our deep dive into names and naming! The scripture we refer to for this episode can be found here. Check out this article for what people in different cultures see in the moon! Friend of the podcast, River's liturgies connected to naming/renaming can be found here! CN: we talk about names and changing names and complications in the deep dive. Check us out on Facebook & Twitter at @NerdsAtChurch to connect! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nerdsatchurch/message

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Hola familia! @heyyytitijessy shares her thoughts on her 33rd birthday, otherwise known as the "Jesus Year." Listen to hear this solo-episode all about her new take on this upcoming year. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Ashley Ratcliff, the author of Jesus Year, shares her journey as a newly diagnosed MS patient. This compelling story chronicles the ups and downs of Ashley's first year as an autoimmune warrior & how she leaned on God to get her through.   Instagram: @ashleyadores Instagram: @thrivingoversurvivingpodcast.com www.thrivingoversurvivingpodcast.com  

NerdsAtChurch is a podcast with Rev. Emily E. Ewing (they) and Rev. Kay Rohloff (she), where we nerd out about the scripture readings we hear at church and their connections to all things nerdery! Join us to explore how we connect the scripture for Baptism of Jesus, also known as Lectionary 1, which falls on January 10th this year in new and nerdy ways, including our deep dive into water! The scripture we refer to for this episode can be found here. If you want to learn more about water's memory, this New Scientist article is what we refer to in the episode. Check us out on Facebook & Twitter at @NerdsAtChurch to connect! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nerdsatchurch/message

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What was the final domino in the chain of events leading to Jesus' crucifixion? The reality is Jesus laying down his life as God's "Passover lamb", paying our debt for sin, was God's will, God's plan from the beginning of time. This was the only way that we could be saved, rescued, redeemed from death to life. Like Dr. Strange in Avengers: Infinity War seeing 14,000,605 possible outcomes, potential futures, and only one resulting in the Avengers being victorious and defeating Thanos, so Jesus saw all of the possible outcomes, all potential futures, and knew there was only one way for us to be saved. Jesus is the only way to the Father. Ultimately the final domino in the chain of events leading to Jesus' crucifixion is you! Your future was on the line, and Jesus was willing to complete God's plan for your salvation!

Are you and I "hypocrites"? Are we actors playing a part? Are we seeking the approval and applause of men, or the approval and applause of God? Are we putting on a mask trying to impress others with our righteousness? Domino #3 in the chain of events leading to Jesus' arrest, mock of a trial, and crucifixion was Jesus challenging the religious authorities of his day. He knew their hearts. He knew their motives. They were more interested in protecting their power and position, then they were with preserving the truth. Their hearts were hard. Their eyes were blind. Their ears were shut. What about you and I? Are we willing to see Jesus for who he really was? Are we willing to listen to Jesus' words, even if they challenge us? Are our hearts open to receiving him?

If giving sight to a man born blind was not convincing enough proof that Jesus was far more than just an ordinary man, but the prophesied Messiah, then would raising a man who had been dead in the grave for 4 days be convincing? Is Jesus truly the Resurrection and the Life as he claimed to be? Would this miracle and sign open the eyes of the spiritually blind? And how exactly does God respond to our brokenness, to our struggles, to our weaknesses? What does he do when we question him like both Martha and Mary did, "Lord, if you had been here, this would not have happened!". What does he do when we are in pain, hurting, even when we lash out at him in confusion or anger? The answer is Jesus has compassion. Jesus has empathy. As it says so succinctly in John 11:35, "Jesus wept". This is ultimately why Jesus came to save, rescue and redeem. He didn't come to hand-out band-aids and Advil, temporary relief from the repercussions of sin and death. He came to provide us permanent relief from the everlasting repercussions of sin and death. He came to bring salvation. He came to deliver us into God's kingdom, where there will be no more weeping, no more pain, no more sorrow, no more death.

Joi's birthday just passed! Listen to her Jesus Year Recap.