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Unpacking the Meaning of Red Letters in Scripture
When I first opened a Bible with red letters, I was struck by the vivid contrast. The words in red seemed to glow with a special significance. They invited me to pause, to listen more closely, and to reflect deeply. What is it about these red letters that captures our attention and stirs our hearts? Why do they matter so much in our journey of faith? The red letters in scripture are not just a stylistic choice. They carry a profound invitation to encounter Jesus directly. The
John David Amon
Apr 25 min read


When Life Won’t Slow Down (But You Need To)
“Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” Matthew 11:28–30 Some days just feel like a lot. The news keeps updating, opinions are everywhere, and everything feels urgent. You try to keep up—stay informed, stay aware, stay responsible—but instead of feeling grounded, you just feel worn down. It’s not just about how much is happenin
John David Amon
Mar 253 min read


What Jesus Does Not Rush
“He who believes will not be in haste.” — Isaiah 28:16 Some days just feel like a lot. The news keeps updating, opinions are everywhere, and everything feels urgent. You try to keep up—stay informed, stay aware—but instead of feeling clear, you just feel worn down. It’s not just how much is happening. It’s how fast it’s happening and how constant it feels. There’s barely a pause between one thing and the next. Before you’ve even processed one story, another takes its place. B
John David Amon
Mar 203 min read


Why Jesus Asks Questions
Jesus rarely answers a question directly. Instead, he asks one. At first, this can feel unexpected. People come to him seeking clarity, resolution, direction—and he responds by turning the question back toward them. Not to avoid the moment, but to deepen it. Not to withhold truth, but to change how it is received. Jesus does not treat questions as problems to be solved as quickly as possible. He treats them as openings—places where something in us can be revealed, named, and
John David Amon
Mar 34 min read
Paying Attention
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