Sunrise Devotions

225. Reading 41 John 19.38-42, The Burial of Jesus

Today, we read John 19:38-42, After His death, Jesus is buried with honor by men who had followed Him secretly, and even in burial, the Father begins to turn humiliation toward vindication. Reading the Gospels Together” is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it traces how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all peopleBibliography / Sources UsedDe Graaf, S. G. Promise and Deliverance, Vols III–IV (Paideia Press / Presbyterian & Reformed).Calvin, John. Commentaries on Malachi and the Gospels; Institutes II, 12–17.Ryle, J. C. Expository Thoughts on the Gospels (Mark 1).Sproul, R.C. Mark: An Expositional CommentarySpurgeon, C. H. Sermons, Morning and Evening, The Treasury of the Old Testament.Strauss, Mark L. Four Portraits, One Jesus (Zondervan, 2016).Strauss, Mark L. Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary: Mark (2002).Keener, Craig S. IVP Bible Background Commentary: NT (2014).Arnold, Clinton E., ed. ZIBBC OT: Malachi (2009).Craig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament (InterVarsity Press)Holman Bible Atlas / Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary (2003).Carson, D. A.; Moo, Douglas J.; Morris, Leon. An Introduction to the New Testament (2005).Wenham, Gordon J. Exploring the Old Testament, Vol. 4: The Minor Prophets (2002).The Holy Bible, English Standard Version, Crossway Bibles, 2016.Digital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant Claude AI (Anthropic).Used for research assistance and textual organization.Navigate the Way AI.Used as a study and content navigation aid, and for drafting episodes.All music for episodes is from Epidemic SoundTh

224. Reading 40 John 19. 17-37, The Crucifixion of Christ

Today we read John 19:17-37, Jesus is crucified as the true King, finishes the work the Father gave Him to do, and dies as the unbroken Passover Lamb whose pierced body bears witness that redemption has been accomplished.Reading the Gospels Together” is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it traces how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all peopleBiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, John: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI. Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.All music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

223. Reading 39 John 19.1-16, Behold, The Man

In today's reading (John 19:1-16), Jesus is mocked, scourged, and condemned, yet even in His humiliation He stands forth as the true King while Pilate caves to fear and the rulers openly reject the reign of God.Reading the Gospels Together” is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it traces how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all peopleBiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, John: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI. Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.All music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

222. Reading 38 John 18.28-40, Not of This World

Today we read John 18:28-40, Jesus stands before Pilate as the true King, bears witness to the truth, and is rejected by men who prefer political convenience and violent rebellion to the sinless Christ.Reading the Gospels Together” is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it traces how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all peopleBiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, John: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI. Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.All music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

221. Reading 37 John 18.1-27, Arrest and denial

Today we read John 18:1-27, Jesus is arrested in the hour appointed by the Father, gives Himself willingly into the hands of His enemies, and stands firm in open confession while Peter, full of weakness, denies that he knows Him."Reading the Gospels Together” is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it traces how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all peopleBibliography / Sources UsedDe Graaf, S. G. Promise and Deliverance, Vols III–IV (Paideia Press / Presbyterian & Reformed).Calvin, John. Commentaries on Malachi and the Gospels; Institutes II, 12–17.Ryle, J. C. Expository Thoughts on the Gospels (Mark 1).Sproul, R.C. Mark: An Expositional CommentarySpurgeon, C. H. Sermons, Morning and Evening, The Treasury of the Old Testament.Strauss, Mark L. Four Portraits, One Jesus (Zondervan, 2016).Strauss, Mark L. Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary: Mark (2002).Keener, Craig S. IVP Bible Background Commentary: NT (2014).Arnold, Clinton E., ed. ZIBBC OT: Malachi (2009).Craig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament (InterVarsity Press)Holman Bible Atlas / Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary (2003).Carson, D. A.; Moo, Douglas J.; Morris, Leon. An Introduction to the New Testament (2005).Wenham, Gordon J. Exploring the Old Testament, Vol. 4: The Minor Prophets (2002).The Holy Bible, English Standard Version, Crossway Bibles, 2016.Digital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant Claude AI (Anthropic).Used for research assistance and textual organization.Navigate the Way AI. Used as a study and content navigation aid, and for drafting episodes.All music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

220. Unity in Christ (John 17.21a, 22b, 23a)

Following up on our reading of John 1721a,22b,23a, Jesus prays for Unity.Reading the Gospels Together” is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it traces how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all peopleBiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, John: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI. Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.All music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

219. AS CHRIST WAS SENT (JOHN 17.18)

Following up on our reading of John 17, we will focus on John 17:18, as Christ was sent into the world, so are we!All music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

218. DEVOTION ON THE GLORY OF CHRIST (JOHN 17.24)

Following up on the John 17 we are doing a devotional on the Glory of Christ, taken from John Owen's Glory of Christ

217. Reading 36. John 17.1-26, The High Priestly Prayer of Christ

This morning we read John 17:1-26, Jesus' prayer for himself, for his disciples, and for you and me.Reading the Gospels Together” is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it traces how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all peopleBiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, John: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI. Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.All music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

216. Reading 35. John 16.16-33, Your Sorrow Will Turn to Joy

Today we read John 16:16-33, Jesus tells His disciples that their coming sorrow will not have the last word, for His departure and return will turn their grief into lasting joy, strengthen their prayers, and ground their peace in His victory over the world.Reading the Gospels Together” is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it traces how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all peopleBiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, John: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI. Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.All music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound