Seven Signs that Inspire Faith in Jesus
“Therefore Jesus did many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written, that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in his name.” (John 20:30-31 WEB)
Whenever you believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, you receive a fresh infusion of life.
The word for “life” in Greek is “zóé” which can refer to both physical and spiritual life.
In other words, when you have faith in Jesus the Son of God who was sent by Abba God to be the atoning sacrifice for your sins, you are receiving more life.
Aging, weakness, sickness and ugliness are all manifestations of death.
The opposite of death is life. So when you have faith in Jesus, you’re actually becoming younger, stronger, healthier and more physically beautiful.
There’s something special about the signs (miracles) recorded in the Gospel of John that inspires faith.
Some foods are good for you, but some foods, such as blueberries, are classified as “superfoods” because they are extra rich in vitamins and antioxidants. All of God’s word is good for you, but some portions of Scripture are like superfoods.
There’s only seven signs in the Gospel of John, and they are:
1. Changing water into wine at Cana in John 2:1-11 - "the first of the signs"
2. Healing the nobleman’s son in Capernaum in John 4:46-54
3. Healing the paralytic at Bethesda in John 5:1-15
4. Feeding the 5000 in John 6:5-14
5. Jesus walking on water in John 6:16-24
6. Healing the man blind from birth in John 9:1-7
7. The raising of Lazarus in John 11:1-45
Anytime you need to cast out unbelief so that you can be in faith, consider re-visiting any one of these miraculous signs that speaks to your situation.
These are only called “signs” in John’s Gospel. Signs point to something, and in this case, they point to Jesus being the Christ and Son of God.
Let these signs usher you into faith—you’ll become younger and younger as a result!
Prayer of the Day:
I praise you Lord Jesus, that every time I place my faith in you, I receive more life into all areas of my life. You’re so good and your grace endures forever! Amen.
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Receive the Mighty Works of God in your Body
“As he passed by, he saw a man blind from birth. His disciples asked him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” Jesus answered, “Neither did this man sin, nor his parents; but, that the works of God might be revealed in him. I must work the works of him who sent me, while it is day. The night is coming, when no one can work. While I am in the world, I am the light of the world.” When he had said this, he spat on the ground, made mud with the saliva, anointed the blind man’s eyes with the mud, and said to him, “Go, wash in the pool of Siloam” (which means “Sent”). So he went away, washed, and came back seeing.” (John 9:1-7 WEB)
This whole world is fallen due to Adam’s sin. Why are people born blind or with other conditions? Jesus’ reply to His disciples tells us that it is not God punishing men for their sins.
Think of our DNA that links back all the way to Adam as a printer. No matter how perfectly drawn a piece of digital art is, if it comes out from a faulty printer, the result will be a blotchy art piece with imperfections.
Is this the fault of the artist? No, it is because the printer is faulty. Ever since Adam sinned, he has passed on seed (DNA) that is also corrupted by sin. Every baby inherits sin in their flesh. The sin-tainted DNA is like the faulty printer, messing up God’s perfect design.
The man who was born blind must have suffered greatly over the years. Perhaps he was bitter and angry with God, blaming Him for the health condition.
The blind man would never imagine that God loved him so much that He sent His Son to heal him in person.
After being healed, the blind man got saved. His story and declarations of faith are forever recorded as Scripture, and has inspired innumerable believers throughout time. Was it worth it to be born blind and have a personal encounter with Jesus like that, immortalized in Scripture? I feel that it is priceless.
God is not so petty that if we misunderstand Him, He will not be good to us. Look at Jesus—He was willing to be humiliated and blasphemed at the cross, so that we would be saved. When we look at Jesus, we will know Abba God’s heart. Jesus did nothing without first receiving instructions from the Father. As Jesus obeyed what He saw (in vision form), the Holy Spirit supplied the power for miracles. They worked perfectly in sync as one God.
If you were born with a condition that you hate, know that God did not design you this way. Sin that is passed down through the DNA is what distorts God’s beautiful design.
God wants you to receive His healing. We know that the price for your healing and restoration have been paid at the cross. Jesus’s blood was shed so that you can be made whole.
Jesus said that while He was in the world, He was the light of the world.
Since He has returned to Heaven, is there no more “light of the world”?
“You are the light of the world. A city located on a hill can’t be hidden. Neither do you light a lamp, and put it under a measuring basket, but on a stand; and it shines to all who are in the house. Even so, let your light shine before men; that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.” (Matthew 5:14-16 WEB)
Jesus has passed on the baton to us. Now, you and I who have the Holy Spirit indwelling us, are the light of the world.
The Lord said that the man was allowed to be born blind so that the works of God might be revealed in him. Healing is a good work that glorifies God in Heaven.
As the light of the world, go forth in the same authority that Jesus had when He went about doing good, healing all who were oppressed by the devil. He did not heal anyone by His own divinity. He relied on the power of the Holy Spirit, so that we would have a pattern to follow.
When you pray for healing, expect God’s power for healing to be supplied. You can receive miracles in Jesus’ name.
When Jesus returns for us, our mortal bodies will be transformed into glorified bodies. Then, the ‘faulty printer’ will be gone. We will be revealed as beautiful masterpieces of art, just as our good God originally intended!
Need a miracle of youth renewal, enhanced beauty, increased strength and fitness, or healing? It comes by having a revelation of God’s word, not just ‘wishing’ for it.
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Not Impressed by the Reputations of Men
“God had given me a clear revelation to go and confer with the other apostles concerning the message of grace I was preaching to the non-Jewish people. I spoke privately with those who were viewed as senior leaders of the church. I wanted to make certain that my labor and ministry for the Messiah had not been based on a false understanding of the gospel...Even the most honored and esteemed among the brothers were not able to add anything to my message. Who they are before men makes no difference to me, for God is not impressed by the reputations of men.” (Galatians 2:2, 6 TPT)
I love the apostle Paul’s mindset. He was not ‘starstruck’ by Peter, James, and John.
Whereas others would have been intimidated by the fame and reputation of the apostles in Jerusalem, Paul wasn’t.
He was led by God to go and meet them, and the only reason he wanted to speak with them was to confirm that he was preaching the correct Gospel.
Paul valued praise from God, not the praises of men.
If God is not impressed by the reputations of men, then as His children we shouldn’t be impressed too.
There is no need to feel intimidated when speaking to someone with a glorified title.
“When he went into the house of one of the rulers of the Pharisees on a Sabbath to eat bread, they were watching him.” (Luke 14:1 WEB)
Jesus went to a party where the most respected Pharisees were, and He still spoke straightforwardly, without mincing His words. He was not afraid to speak the truth, even if it offended reputable men.
“He spoke a parable to those who were invited, when he noticed how they chose the best seats, and said to them, “When you are invited by anyone to a marriage feast, don’t sit in the best seat, since perhaps someone more honorable than you might be invited by him, and he who invited both of you would come and tell you, ‘Make room for this person.’ Then you would begin, with shame, to take the lowest place. But when you are invited, go and sit in the lowest place, so that when he who invited you comes, he may tell you, ‘Friend, move up higher.’ Then you will be honored in the presence of all who sit at the table with you. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.” He also said to the one who had invited him, “When you make a dinner or a supper, don’t call your friends, nor your brothers, nor your kinsmen, nor rich neighbors, or perhaps they might also return the favor, and pay you back. But when you make a feast, ask the poor, the maimed, the lame, or the blind; and you will be blessed, because they don’t have the resources to repay you. For you will be repaid in the resurrection of the righteous.”” (Luke 14:7-14 WEB)
Jesus’ words above are essentially meaning that the guests at the party were pretentious hypocrites, all trying to curry favor with the rich and famous. Think about how offensive these words would be to most people at the party.
We are a new creation in Christ in contrast to the children of Adam. We are the new and improved version 2.0. Children of Adam are transgressors, whereas children of God are royal priests and heirs of His estate.
Even the wealthiest unbeliever is only like a piece of firewood, due to be thrown in the unquenchable fires of Hell when he dies.
As for speaking to fellow believers, God’s word says that we are one in Christ and that titles don’t matter—we are all of equal standing. We are all saved by one Lord, born-again of the same Spirit, and none of us earned this salvation—it’s all by grace through faith.
“For you are all children of God, through faith in Christ Jesus. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free man, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” (Galatians 3:26-28 WEB)
Don’t get me wrong, Paul respected the office of apostle which Peter, James, and John held. These positions are given by God. Paul also teaches us to respect the governing bodies and submit to them for the Lord’s sake.
We should also respect our leaders in church for the sake of the offices that they hold since they are ordained by God. Give them proper honor for the sake of the office. Submit to those who have the authority over us, as this authority was given by God.
However, we don’t need to fear reputable men. You don’t have to shrink back, feeling like you are somehow less important, less worthy, or less loved. God loves you even as (as much as) He loves Jesus—that’s how important you are to Him!
If people abuse their office of authority and mistreat you, they themselves will be accountability for it before Jesus. Maybe their eternal rewards will be given to you instead, to restore you for the injustice.
“Jesus answered, “You would have no power at all against me, unless it were given to you from above. Therefore he who delivered me to you has greater sin.”” (John 19:11 WEB)
No one can harm you when God is protecting you. Men have no power of their own. Therefore, be bold and have confidence in Christ. Straighten your shoulders and back, and raise your chin up. Be set free from the fear of reputations of men!
I shared more about the time when Jesus went to that Pharisee’s party in my book “Messiah’s Miracles: The Power of Having Faith in Jesus Christ”. Did you know that He healed a man with dropsy there? There is a spectacular lesson in it. See God’s Grace and love towards you in all the 37 recorded miracles of Jesus Christ, and let faith arise for your own supernatural breakthroughs: https://bit.ly/messiahs-miracles
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