How does John 10:23 illustrate Jesus' presence in our daily lives? Verse in Focus “and Jesus was walking in the temple courts in Solomon’s Colonnade.” (John 10:23) Setting the Scene • It was winter, during the Feast of Dedication (Hanukkah). • The temple courts were crowded with worshipers and onlookers. • Jesus chose to be physically present, moving among ordinary people right where worship and daily business intersected. Jesus Walking in Solomon’s Colonnade • A place of accessibility – wide, covered porches open to everyone. • A place of teaching – rabbis addressed listeners there. • A place of protection – the colonnade shielded people from winter wind. • By walking there, Jesus revealed Himself as: – Approachable: He did not stay behind curtains or walls. – Active: He moved toward people before they moved toward Him. – Attentive: He positioned Himself where needs, questions, and worship converged. Implications for Our Daily Lives • Jesus is still walking into the ordinary spaces we occupy—workplaces, homes, campuses. • His presence is continuous, not limited to “church moments.” (Matthew 28:20) • He offers shelter and steadiness amid life’s “winter” seasons. (Psalm 46:1) • He invites honest dialogue; our doubts can meet Him in the open, just as questioners did in the colonnade. • He remains the Good Shepherd who goes ahead of His sheep. (John 10:4) Other Scriptural Echoes of His Presence • Revelation 2:1 – He “walks among the seven golden lampstands,” showing ongoing care for His churches. • Hebrews 13:5 – “I will never leave you, nor will I ever forsake you.” • John 14:23 – Father and Son “will come to him and make Our home with him.” • Psalm 23:4 – “Even though I walk through the valley... You are with me.” Walking With Him Today • Abide in His Word daily; hear His voice as clearly as those in Solomon’s Colonnade did. (John 8:31-32) • Practice constant prayer, recognizing He is already near. (1 Thessalonians 5:17) • Gather with believers; Jesus uniquely manifests His presence among His people. (Matthew 18:20) • Obey promptly; when He walks by and speaks, we follow without delay. (John 10:27) |
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