In John 16:33, Jesus says, “I have overcome the world.” This statement is both a declaration of His victory and a promise to us. Jesus didn’t just survive the trials of life—He overcame them. His victory is our victory, and through Him, we can face any challenge, knowing that we are more than conquerors in Christ.The world, with all its temptations, struggles, and obstacles, can feel overwhelming ...  Read More

In John 16:28, Jesus says, “I’m going to the Father.” His ascension into heaven is not the end of the story, but the confirmation that the work He began on earth has been completed. Through His death, resurrection, and now His ascension, Jesus has secured victory over sin and death for all who believe in Him.The resurrection assures us that Jesus is alive, and the ascension shows us that He reigns...  Read More

The culmination of Jesus' mission was the cross. As He says in John 16:28, “Now I am leaving the world.” His departure signifies not just the end of His earthly ministry, but the moment He would lay down His life for us. Jesus came to die—to bear the weight of our sin and the punishment we deserved.The cross is the ultimate demonstration of God's love for us. Jesus took on all the brokenness of th...  Read More

John 16:28 also states, “I have come into the world.” The incarnation—God taking on flesh and becoming man—was a pivotal moment in history. Jesus, the eternal Word, became one of us to live, suffer, and die for us. God didn’t remain distant in the heavens buy entered into our world of pain, suffering, and sin.Why is this so important? It means that Jesus understands us deeply. He has experienced o...  Read More

Leaders Who Last: IntroductionHow tough is the ministry? Dr. John Bisagno told the story of listing the over 100 young men called to the ministry when he started pastoring. Of those 100, plus friends and acquaintances, only 4 of them retired as Pastor. In a recent George Burns survey, 38% of pastors considered quitting the ministry over the past year.When we are first called to ministry, many will...  Read More

القادة الذين يدومون: مقدمةما مدى صعوبة الخدمة الكنسية؟ روى الدكتور جون بيسانو قصة إعداد قائمة تضم أكثر من 100 شاب دُعوا للخدمة عندما بدأ الرعاية. من بين هؤلاء المئة، بالإضافة إلى الأصدقاء والمعارف، تقاعد 4 منهم فقط كقساوسة. في استطلاع حديث أجراه جورج بارنا، فكر 38% من القساوسة في ترك الخدمة خلال العام الماضي.عندما نُدعى لأول مرة للخدمة، سيعجب بك الكثيرون لتفانيك وحبك لله. يذكرني ذلك بشاب ينضم إلى ...  Read More

वे अगुवे जो टिकe रहते हैं: एक परिचयसेवाकार्य कितना कठिन है? डॉ. जॉन बिसाग्नो ने उन 100 से अधिक युवा पुरुषों की कहानी सुनाई जिन्हें उनके पादरी बनने की शुरुआत में सेवाकार्य के लिए बुलाया गया था। उन 100 लोगों में, साथ ही दोस्तों और परिचितों में से, केवल 4 ही पादरी के रूप में सेवानिवृत्त हुए। हाल ही में जॉर्ज बर्न्स के एक सर्वेक्षण में, 38% पादरियों ने पिछले वर्ष में सेवाकार्य छोड़ने पर विचार किया।जब ...  Read More

Líderes que Duram: IntroduçãoQuão difícil é o ministério? O Dr. John Bisagno contou a história de listar mais de 100 jovens chamados para o ministério quando ele começou a pastorear. Desses 100, mais amigos e conhecidos, apenas 4 se aposentaram como Pastor. Numa pesquisa recente de George Barna, 38% dos pastores consideraram deixar o ministério no último ano.Quando somos chamados pela primeira vez...  Read More

Lideri care rezistă: IntroducereCât de dificilă este slujirea? Dr. John Bisagno a povestit despre întocmirea unei liste cu peste 100 de tineri chemați la slujire când a început să păstorească. Din acei 100, plus prieteni și cunoștințe, doar 4 dintre ei s-au pensionat ca Pastori. Într-un sondaj recent realizat de George Barna, 38% dintre pastori au luat în considerare să renunțe la slujire în ultim...  Read More

Líderes que perduran: Introducción¿Cuán difícil es el ministerio? El Dr. John Bisagno contó la historia de hacer una lista de más de 100 jóvenes llamados al ministerio cuando él comenzó a pastorear. De esos 100, más amigos y conocidos, solo 4 de ellos se jubilaron como Pastores. En una encuesta reciente de George Barna, el 38 % de los pastores consideraron dejar el ministerio durante el último año...  Read More

Jesus begins by declaring His divine origin in John 16:28: “I came from the Father.” This simple statement carries profound significance. Jesus is not just a man or a teacher; He is God, the eternal Son, coming from the Father to dwell among us. This truth forms the bedrock of the gospel—the incarnation.Jesus didn’t come simply to teach or to heal. He came to reveal the heart of God to us, to show...  Read More

In a world where "my truth" is often claimed as the ultimate authority, we are called to ahigher standard. Jesus warns us about replacing truth with personal preference.Relativism, the idea that truth is subjective, may be popular in society today, but it’s a liethat’s been debunked throughout history. Jesus presents a different reality: “My word istruth” (John 17:17).The Word of God is not just a...  Read More