Posts by Josh Moody
John 8:1-11: The Unparalleled Grace of Christ
Ezekiel 9-12, Job 3, John 8:1-11, 2 Peter 2:1-9 John 8:1-11: There is considerable historical discussion as to whether this section belongs in John’s Gospel at this point or somewhere else, but to my mind the discussion is less important than this is something that Jesus said in itself—whether it belongs here in the Gospel or somewhere else.…
Read MoreJohn 7:45-53: No One Ever Spoke Like Jesus
Ezekiel 4-8, Job 2, John 7:45-53, 2 Peter 1:12-21 John 7:45-53: A study in obfuscation and self-deceit is before us—combined with edifying insights as to the true nature of Jesus and what draws us to him. The chief priests and the Pharisees want to know why the officers did not arrest Jesus. They had him in their grasp.…
Read MoreJohn 7:37-44: Living Water
Ezekiel 1-3, Job 1, John 7:37-44, 2 Peter 1:1-11 John 7:37-44: What a dramatic moment this must have been! On the last day of the feast, the great day, Jesus stood up, found some prominent place where all could see him, and cried out in a loud voice: “If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink.…
Read MoreOctober 26-31, 2025
In keeping with the Bible reading plan we are using, the last days of each month are designated as “free days.” October 26-31 then are intended to allow you to catch up on reading you may have missed or to study passages more in depth that intrigued you during the first 25 days of the month.…
Read MoreJohn 7:25-36: Clear Teaching and Confused Listening
Lamentations 4-5, Song of Solomon 8:8-14, John 7:25-36, 1 Peter 5:8-14 John 7:25-36: Jesus’ teaching is not being accepted during this great feast, and indeed seems to be confusing those who listen to him. They are asking lots of questions, wondering if this is the man that the authorities are looking to kill, why it is they have…
Read More5 Ways to Bounce Back from Failure
by Dr. Josh Moody We all fail at some point in our lives. In fact, to quote Erwin Lutzer, sometimes “failure is God’s back door to success.” But when we fail, how do we move on? Is it possible to bounce back? Yes, here are five ways. 1. Reassess When you are in a pit…
Read MoreJohn 7:14-24: Hearing, Knowing, Doing, Discerning God’s Will
Lamentations 3, Song of Solomon 8:1-7, John 7:14-24, 1 Peter 5:1-7 John 7:14-24: Jesus now begins to teach at the great feast. He does so in the temple, in a public place, ensuring that what he is teaching can be heard. There is nothing wrong, and everything right, with ensuring that God’s Word is proclaimed as clearly, as…
Read MoreJohn 7:1-13: The Time Has Not Yet Come
Lamentations 2, Song of Solomon 7, John 7:1-13, 1 Peter 4:12-19 John 7:1-13: Jesus is in Galilee, not Judea, because he knew the Jewish leaders were seeking to kill him. Sometimes it is the wise course to flee danger, to avoid persecution, and not to rush in where angels fear to tread. Zeal is good, as long as…
Read MoreJohn 6:60-71: You Have the Words of Eternal Life
Lamentations 1, Song of Solomon 6, John 6:60-71, 1 Peter 4:1-11 John 6:60-71: Some of Jesus’ teaching is harder for people to swallow than other parts. Who could deny that it is good teaching to say “love your neighbor”? But how many are there who find it difficult to chew on that strong meat which says “but also…
Read MoreJohn 6:41-59: Feed on Jesus
Jeremiah 52, Song of Solomon 5, John 6:41-59, 1 Peter 3:13-22 John 6:41-59: Such strong teaching provoked “grumbling” as it so often does. Do not think that past Christian leaders or heroes from yesteryear had no opposition! Spurgeon was so opposed and so shook by his opponents that his wife had posted on the bedroom door for him…
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