The disciples were present when he did them

The signs are fully recorded in this account

Some of Jesus' signs are left out of this account

Treat the written signs as trustworthy testimony and pay attention to them

Assume the account is unreliable because it leaves some things out

Believe only what is recorded and ignore the rest of Jesus' work

Wait for a fuller book before taking any sign seriously

If you would like to receive Jesus, pray this with me: Lord Jesus, you have shown yourself through your works, and I need your mercy. I admit that I have sinned and cannot save myself. I believe you died for my sins and rose again. I turn from my sin and trust you as my Lord. Come into my life and make me yours. Amen.

Receive the One Revealed by His Works

Lord, revive your Church so we do not grow dull toward Jesus and his works. Make us attentive to what you have shown, humble about what we do not know, and eager to bear faithful witness to your Son. Let our love for the Gospel be alive again, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Renew Our Wonder and Witness

Thank you, Lord, for the signs Jesus did, for the faithful witness preserved for us, and for giving us enough testimony to trust him without needing to control every detail.

Thank You for the Record We Have

Choose one area where you have been skimming past the Gospel. Ask God to slow you down, help you notice what the text actually says about Jesus, and give you one clear step of trust or obedience today.

Pray for Eyes to Notice

Pray for people reading John's account: that they would not dismiss what is written, that they would see Jesus clearly, and that the signs recorded would lead them to believe.

For Readers and Seekers

Father, train my heart to notice Jesus' work in Scripture and in daily life. Keep me from treating your witness lightly, and teach me to respond with faith, gratitude, and humility, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Make Me Attentive to Your Work

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John 20:30 — FormalTAB

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