John Stevenson

  • Some of Jesus' best teachings

    Matthew 7:29 (NIV84)
    because he taught as one who had authority, and not as their teachers of the law.

    Created 8 days ago

  • explain please

    Acts 3:20 (NIV84)
    and that he may send the Christ, who has been appointed for you–even Jesus.

    Created 23 days ago

  • blessed is the man

    Jeremiah 17:7-8 (NIV84)
    “But blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him.

    Created 25 days ago

  • 2 Timothy 1:7

    2 Timothy 1:7 (NIV84)
    For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self‑discipline.

    Created about 1 month ago

  • Matthew 7:13

    Matthew 7:13 (NIV84)
    “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it.

    Created about 1 month ago

  • Explanation of John 3:16

    This entire first chapter of 1 Peter does a wonderful job elaborating on John 3:16. This has now become my go-to guide for clear and concise explanation of the Christian Faith. Peter in his common speach,…

    Created about 1 month ago

    1 Peter 1:1 (NIV84)

  • Explanation of Jesus

    Hebrews 2:5-18 (NIV84)
    It is not to angels that he has subjected the world to come, about which we are speaking.

    Created about 1 month ago

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    2012-04-14

  • 2 Corinthians 1:22

    2 Corinthians 1:22 (NIV84)
    set his seal of ownership on us, and put his Spirit in our hearts as a deposit, guaranteeing what is to come.

    Created 2 months ago

  • more to come

    The thoughts have often come to my mind in regards to all the stories and teachings we have never heard of. Yes, through the will of God, the authors of the Bible have written all we need to know at this…

    Created 3 months ago

    John 21:25 (NIV84)

  • A fearful truth

    How easy it can be to succumb to this world. To always think clearly and realize your dependency on God, to be grateful for each living moment, to do our best never to waste a second, this is how to live…

    Created 3 months ago

    Mark 8:36 (NIV84)

  • Jesus' Popularity

    It is not too often discussed, or even preached about, the fact that Jesus could go nowhere (except his hometown) and not be engulfed by followers and believers. It is hard to grasp at times the shocking…

    Created 3 months ago

    Mark 6:54 (NIV84)

  • hope

    Romans 5:3-4 (NIV84)
    Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance;

    Created 4 months ago

  • Complex Chapter

    I have only read through this once, but feel it is loaded with advice and wisdom that can be applied in many facets of your life. Does anyone have some insight to this chapter?

    Created 4 months ago

    Ecclesiastes 11:1 (NIV84)

  • True Source of Inner Strength

    This entire chapter builds us back up from the rot that we once were. We have all defiled God with the actions we have done and the actions we have not done. Through repentance and forgiveness he helps…

    Created 4 months ago

    Isaiah 40:1 (NIV84)

  • True Source of Power

    Isaiah 40:1 (NIV84)
    Comfort, comfort my people, says your God.

    Created 4 months ago

  • the worlds distractions

    this is where we all fall short, chasing after the winds of this world that will only leave us tired and unfulfilled. Our goal is not to live with everything on this earth, but to leave this earth and…

    Created 4 months ago

    Matthew 16:26 (NIV84)

  • such is my life at times...

    Psalm 88:4 (NIV84)
    I am counted among those who go down to the pit; I am like a man without strength.

    Created 4 months ago

  • 1 Timothy 4:16

    1 Timothy 4:16 (NIV84)
    Watch your life and doctrine closely. Persevere in them, because if you do, you will save both yourself and your hearers.

    Created 5 months ago

  • Romans 6:23

    Romans 6:23 (NIV84)
    For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

    Created 6 months ago

  • comfort in distress

    Isaiah 53:5 (NIV84)
    But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed.

    Created 6 months ago

  • The Darkness and the Light

    If someone were ever doubtful or confused about hell, point them to a few of these verses. If Matthew 22:13 "...tie them hand and foot and throw him outside, into the darkness" (where we know there is…

    Created 10 months ago

    Matthew 8:12 (NIV), Matthew 13:42 (NIV), Matthew 22:13 (NIV), Matthew 24:51 (NIV), Matthew 25:30 (NIV), Luke 13:28 (NIV), Luke 22:53 (NIV), John 1:4 (NIV), John 1:5 (NIV), John 3:19 (NIV), John 3:20 (NIV), John 8:12 (NIV)

  • The Light IN Life

    Part of our Church service focuses on these two verses during the "Brief Order of Confession and Forgiveness" which means so much to our Christian faith. How can we proclaim to be Christians if we can…

    Created 10 months ago

    1 John 1:8 (NIV), 1 John 1:9 (NIV)

  • Clear Advice

    How simple this Psalm is. Why would we ever have trouble to follow its advice? Who wants to be like a dried weed that even the wind can destroy? Everyone needs success to some degree in this life, which…

    Created 10 months ago

    Psalm 1:1 (NIV)

  • God is Working

    Our sermon today at Immanuel Lutheran Church here in NYC focused on this verse of the Gospel Lesson. To someonewho has never made bread before, may be shocked to see its begining stages. It is a sticky,…

    Created 11 months ago

    Matthew 13:33 (NIV)

  • They didn't called it a blessing for no reason...

    This is a favorite time of mine during the Church service, and no not because it is towards the end :) Rather for the comfort it bestows upon us all. "The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his…

    Created 11 months ago

    Numbers 6:22 (NIV), Numbers 6:23 (NIV), Numbers 6:24 (NIV), Numbers 6:25 (NIV), Numbers 6:26 (NIV), Numbers 6:27 (NIV)

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    11 months

  • Numbers 6:22

    Numbers 6:22 (NIV)
    The lord said to Moses,

    Created 11 months ago

  • Numbers 6:23

    Numbers 6:23 (NIV)
    "Tell Aaron and his sons, 'This is how you are to bless the Israelites. Say to them:

    Created 11 months ago

  • Numbers 6:24

    Numbers 6:24 (NIV)
    "'"The lord bless you and keep you;

    Created 11 months ago

  • Numbers 6:25

    Numbers 6:25 (NIV)
    the lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you;

    Created 11 months ago

  • Numbers 6:26

    Numbers 6:26 (NIV)
    the lord turn his face toward you and give you peace."'

    Created 11 months ago

  • Numbers 6:27

    Numbers 6:27 (NIV)
    "So they will put my name on the Israelites, and I will bless them."

    Created 11 months ago

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    11 months

  • Our professional honor to God

    It means a lot to me knowing that whatever our profession in this world may be, we are to do it with honor to God. If we are ever confused about this, think of your co-workers, or more importantly, how…

    Created 11 months ago

    Ephesians 6:7 (NIV)

  • Matthew 23:1

    Matthew 23:1 (NIV)
    Then Jesus said to the crowds and to his disciples:

    Created 11 months ago

  • "Except Jesus"

    Many times throughout life we encounter pain and suffering, in various forms. We go to friends, family, books, doctors, hopefully that is, and not the other direction to our vices. At the end of searching…

    Created 12 months ago

    Mark 9:8 (NIV)

  • Earned a Badge — Created 10 [Public] Notes

    2011-05-08

  • To Say No

    When considering that they ways of the wicked are constantly swirling around us, I interpret this verse and even more, this entire Psalm, as a means to say No. No, to not just the temptations of the wicked,…

    Created about 1 year ago

    Psalm 1:1 (NIV)

  • The Essence of Jesus

    Because of Jesus this verse is true! "For the wages of sin is death" BUT, thanks to our Lord Jesus Christ we no longer fear death and the devil. How comforting this entire Psalm 103 is, but especially,…

    Created about 1 year ago

    Psalm 103:10 (NIV)

  • Psalm 103:12

    Psalm 103:12 (NIV)
    as far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.

    Created about 1 year ago

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  • Psalm 103:10

    Psalm 103:10 (NIV)
    he does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities.

    Created about 1 year ago

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    2011-04-02

  • Matthew 5:16

    Matthew 5:16 (ASV)
    Even so let your light shine before men; that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.

    Created about 1 year ago

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  • The Fundamental Chapter

    The study of this chapter can last a lifetime. It will never get lose its value or the foundational truths of Christianity. For individuals who are looking for the essentials to life long believers who…

    Created about 1 year ago

    John 3:1 (NIV), John 3:2 (NIV), John 3:3 (NIV), John 3:4 (NIV), John 3:5 (NIV), John 3:6 (NIV), John 3:7 (NIV), John 3:8 (NIV), John 3:9 (NIV), John 3:10 (NIV), John 3:11 (NIV), John 3:12 (NIV), John 3:13 (NIV), John 3:14 (NIV), John 3:15 (NIV), John 3:16 (NIV), John 3:17 (NIV), John 3:18 (NIV), John 3:19 (NIV), John 3:20 (NIV), John 3:21 (NIV)

  • Enough Said.

    I love simplicity

    Created about 1 year ago

    Psalm 27:1 (NIV)

  • Psalm 27:1

    Psalm 27:1 (NIV)
    The lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The lord is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid?

    Created about 1 year ago

  • Mark 10:45

    Mark 10:45 (NIV)
    For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many."

    Created about 1 year ago

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  • ..."and as thy days, so shall thy strength be."

    ..."and as thy days, so shall thy strength be." Such power in the simplicity of this little gem of a verse tucked into Chapter 33. To focus on these words brings all qualms and fears to a standstill…

    Created about 1 year ago

    Deuteronomy 33:25 (NIV)

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    2011-03-03

  • The Book of James

    The book of James is often one I turn to when in need a good spiritual pick me up. Though not right, we all have moments when our dedication to the Word is weakened, and it is James, who in his very short…

    Created over 1 year ago

    James 2:1 (NIV)

  • Confronting Truth

    We all know someone who is clearly sinning in the eyes of the Lord, yet can not or will not open their eyes to it. Sadly, too often, that person is us. James tells us like it is cut and dry. Dear God…

    Created over 1 year ago

    James 5:20 (NIV)

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    2011-01-24

  • New Jerusalem

    How true this whole chapter of Jeremiah feels in today's world. We are all guilty in the same way the people of Jerusalem were. Blessed be this verse 16 for clearly telling us what to do. Dear God please…

    Created over 1 year ago

    Jeremiah 6:16 (NIV)

  • Earned a Badge — Created First [Public] Note

    2010-12-27

  • Our Battle

    Wow, does this verse really paint a real picture of what is really going on out there. Makes you realize yet again just how small these "earthly" problems really are.

    Created over 1 year ago

    Ephesians 6:12 (NIV)

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    2010-12-27

  • Solomon's Mother

    I wonder what the relation was between Solomon and his parents, especially his mother. For in these verses 16-19, he speaks of stearing clear of the adulterous woman, whom is own mother essentially was.…

    Created over 1 year ago

    Proverbs 2:16 (NIV)