Reformed Devotionals Daily Podcast

Episode Title: Jesus Weeps With Us Bible Passage: John 11:28-37 (ESV) Episode Summary: In today’s episode, we reflect on one of Jesus’ most compassionate moments—the time he wept with Mary and Martha over the loss of Lazarus. When we face deep grief and heartbreaking loss, it can feel isolating, but Jesus’ response to Mary’s grief shows us a Savior who doesn’t merely stand by. He weeps with us, en...

Episode Title: Faith beyond the tomb Scripture: John 11:17-27 (ESV) Episode Summary: In this episode, we journey to Bethany, where Jesus arrives days after Lazarus has been laid to rest. Lazarus’ death is a definitive reality, setting the stage for a miraculous demonstration of Jesus' power over death. As we dive into the conversation between Jesus and Martha, we uncover profound insights about tr...

Title: Holding on when God takes his time. Scripture: John 11:1-16 (ESV) Episode Summary: In our lives, we often find ourselves in moments where it feels easier to give up than to press on in faith. Like Samwise Gamgee in The Lord of the Rings , we encounter stories where hope feels thin and the struggle too great, yet the real test is to keep going, holding onto something beyond ourselves. This e...

Episode Title: Believe the Works: Evidence of Jesus' Divinity Bible Passage: John 10:22-42 (ESV) Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore Jesus' powerful conversation with the religious leaders during the Feast of Dedication in John 10:22-42. The people demand Jesus to reveal his identity plainly, yet Jesus points them to the evidence of his works—miracles that testify to his divine nature. De...

Episode Title: Dis Jesus die unwillingly? Bible Passage: John 10:7-21 (ESV) Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into Jesus' powerful metaphor of being the "Good Shepherd" and how it reflects His deep, sacrificial love for His people. Just as a business owner is more invested in their store than an employee, Jesus goes above and beyond for His sheep, willingly laying down His life to protect...

Episode Title: The Shepherd's Gate Bible Passage: John 10:1-6 (ESV) Episode Summary: In today’s episode, we explore the concept of being "in"—from childhood experiences of popularity to the profound spiritual truth Jesus shares in John 10. We all long to be part of the "in crowd," and Jesus uses the metaphor of a sheepfold to explain how true belonging happens. He teaches that there’s only one leg...

Episode Title: There are none as blind as those who refuse to see Bible Passage: John 9:24-41 (ESV) Episode Summary: In today’s episode, we dive into the powerful conclusion of the story of the blind man healed by Jesus in John 9. Despite witnessing this miraculous event, the religious leaders refuse to believe, blinded by their own self-righteousness. Their spiritual blindness stands in stark con...

Episode Title: Seeing Is Believing... Or Is It? Bible Passage: John 9:8-23 Episode Summary: In this powerful episode, we explore the miraculous transformation of the blind man in John 9:8-23. After receiving his sight from Jesus, the man’s life is radically changed—so much so that his neighbors barely recognize him. This miracle confuses the community, who eventually bring him to the Pharisees. Ra...

Episode Title: Revealing God's glory through suffering Bible Passage: John 9:1-7 (ESV) Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the idea that suffering is not always a punishment for sin. Using the story of Jesus healing the man born blind, we see how the disciples, like many of us today, mistakenly connect suffering to personal sin. Jesus corrects this thinking by revealing that this man’s bl...

Episode Title: Before Abraham Was... Wait, What? Bible Passage: John 8:48-59 (ESV) Episode Summary: In today’s episode, we reflect on how we often limit God based on our own perceptions. Just like the Jews in John 8 who couldn’t accept Jesus' claim of divinity, we sometimes struggle to recognize God's work in ways or through people we don’t expect. Through a personal story about his son's surprisi...

Episode Title: Family Resemblance Bible Passage: John 8:39-47 (ESV) Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore how Jesus challenges those who believe they are secure with God simply because of their family lineage. While they claim Abraham as their father, Jesus makes it clear that spiritual lineage is not about heritage, but about love for Him and faith in God's Word. This message confronts the...

Episode Title: Breaking Free Bible Passage: John 8:31-38 Episode Summary: In today’s episode, we dive into a personal wake-up call that revealed how easily we can become unknowingly dependent on things in life—whether it’s coffee or, as Jesus points out, sin. Jesus told His disciples, "The truth will set you free," but many struggled to understand the deep spiritual freedom He was offering. Like t...

Bible Passage : John 8:21-30 (ESV) Episode Summary : In today’s episode, we reflect on how Jesus acts as our spiritual guide, much like the Melway, a detailed map once essential for navigating Melbourne. The Pharisees in John 8 thought they knew the path to God through their own efforts, but Jesus shows them—and us—how lost we are without Him. He shines His light on our spiritual darkness and invi...

Episode Title : How is Jesus the light of the world? Bible Passage : John 8:12-20 (ESV) Episode Summary :In this episode, we explore the profound truth of Jesus as the "Light of the World." Just as physical light dispels darkness and shows us the way, Jesus brings spiritual clarity to a world lost in darkness. Drawing on John 8:12-20, we see how Jesus boldly proclaims that those who follow Him wil...

Episode Title : Drop your stone Bible Passage : John 7:53–8:11 (ESV) Episode Summary : In today’s episode, we reflect on the fall of a prominent Christian leader and what it teaches us about judgment and grace. When even those we look up to stumble, it can be tempting to point fingers and pass judgment. But in John 7:53–8:11, Jesus shows us another way. Confronted with a woman caught in adultery,...

Episode Title: Thirsty for what only Jesus can give Bible Passage: John 7:37-52 (ESV) Episode Summary: Imagine being stranded in the ocean, desperate for water, but surrounded by undrinkable saltwater. It’s a powerful metaphor for our lives when we try to quench our spiritual thirst with things that ultimately leave us emptier. In today’s passage, Jesus stands up during the Feast of Booths and pro...

Episode Title: Time is Running Out Bible Passage: John 7:32-36 (ESV) Episode Summary: In today's episode, we dive into John 7:32-36, where the Pharisees' attempt to arrest Jesus reveals a deeper truth about how we often delay our spiritual commitments. Much like the allure of the latest iPhone that causes us to trade up for temporary satisfaction, the Pharisees chose short-term power over the eter...

Episode Title: How the world misunderstands Jesus Bible Passage: John 7:25-31 (ESV) Episode Summary: In today's episode, we dive into John 7:25-31, where the people of Jerusalem struggle to recognize Jesus as the Messiah. Their preconceived notions and flawed theology cloud their ability to see Him for who He truly is. This is a challenge we still face today—our cultural and theological biases can...

Episode Title: Seeing Jesus for who he really is Bible Passage: John 7:1-24 (ESV) Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore how first impressions can be misleading—even when it comes to Jesus. Drawing from personal experience and the story of Jesus’ own brothers in John 7, we see how people often misunderstood who Jesus was, even those closest to Him. His brothers, despite witnessing His miracl...

Episode Title: Where else can we go? Bible Passage: John 6:60-71 Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into the hard reality of following Jesus in a world that often opposes His teachings. Drawing from Genesis and the consequences of sin, we explore why even worthwhile things in life are hard work, including our spiritual walk with Jesus. In John 6:60-71, many of Jesus’ followers abandoned Him...

Episode Title: Seeking the Giver and not the Gift Bible Passage: John 6:22-59 (ESV) Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive deep into John 6:22-59, where Jesus confronts a crowd following Him for the wrong reasons. After performing the miracle of feeding the five thousand, Jesus calls out the crowd for seeking Him only to receive more physical bread. He challenges them—and us—by proclaiming Hims...

John 6:16-21: Are You Struggling Against Life's Storms? Bible Passage: John 6:16-21 (ESV) Episode Summary: Ever had a day when everything just seems to go wrong? From rough horse-riding lessons to accidental bathroom floods, we all experience moments that feel chaotic and out of control. In today’s episode, we explore John 6:16-21, where the disciples are caught in a literal storm and struggling a...

More Than a Miracle: Filling Our Spiritual Hunger Bible Passage: John 6:1-15 (ESV) Episode Summary: We’ve all experienced that frustrating moment when you look in the fridge for something to eat, only to find it empty—or worse, filled with disappointing leftovers. This episode dives into John 6:1-15, where Jesus feeds a crowd of 5,000 with just five loaves and two fish. It’s a familiar story, but...

Episode Title: Whose approval matters to you? Bible Passage: John 5:30-47 (ESV) Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore a scene from John 5:30-47 where Jesus, like a defendant in a courtroom, presents undeniable evidence of His divine identity. He brings forth four witnesses: John the Baptist, His own miracles, the Scriptures, and God the Father. Yet, despite the compelling testimony, the rel...

Episode Title: Like Father, Like Son: Understanding Jesus' Authority and Unity with God Bible Passage: John 5:19-29 (ESV) Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive deep into the powerful truth of Jesus' relationship with God the Father as revealed in John 5:19-29. Jesus explains that His actions are perfectly aligned with God's will, reflecting the divine traits and authority granted to Him. He em...