John, 20
22. After saying this he breathed on them and said: Receive the Holy Spirit.
22. After saying this he breathed on them and said: Receive the Holy Spirit.
Chapter 20 of the Gospel of John narrates the resurrection of Jesus and his appearance to the disciples. The central theme is Jesus' victory over death and confirmation of his divinity through his resurrection. Below are five verses related to the topics covered in this chapter:
Mark 16:6 - "You are looking for Jesus, the Nazarene, who was crucified. He rose! This verse speaks of the resurrection of Jesus, which is the central theme of Chapter 20 of John.
Romans 6:9 - "We know that Christ, having been raised from the dead, no longer dies; death has no more dominion over him." This verse reinforces Jesus' victory over death and his position as Savior.
1 Corinthians 15:17 - "And if Christ has not risen, it is our preaching, and vain is also your faith." This verse highlights the importance of Jesus' resurrection as the basis of the Christian faith.
Philippians 3:10-11-"I want to know Christ, the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, making me as Him in his death, that he may in some way reach the resurrection among the dead." This verse highlights the importance of Jesus' resurrection for salvation and the pursuit of eternal life.
Revelation 1:18 - "I am what I live; I was killed, but behold, I am alive for the ages of the centuries! And I have the keys of death and Hades." This verse reinforces Jesus' victory over death and his position as the Lord of life and death.
“Esforce-se, mesmo se for um pouco, mas sempre…” São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina
