Today's Reading | June 27, 2025
John 16:4b–15
Introduction John 16:4b–15: Jesus has been telling the disciples about how they will suffer. He says that he is returning to God the Father but that he will send the Holy Spirit who will lead them and reveal the truth about God. Today’s Key Verse: John 16:15 [Jesus said:] “All that my Father has is mine; that is why I…
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