Bible Study: The Gospel of John
Gospel of St. John – Chapter 14:18-31 – Sunday Bible Study, November, 2020
18 “I will not leave you orphans” – What is said of the sending of the Spirit is also said of Jesus himself. In 13:33 Jesus calls His disciples “children,” but He is not their Father.
Bible Study: John 14:1-17
Jesus is the way to the Father for those who believe in Him. The Introduction (v.31-38) announced the theme of Jesus’ departure.
Bible Study: John 13:20-38
18-20 “I do not speak concerning all of you” – A new transition introduced Judas as the betrayer, echoing v. “That the Scripture may be fulfilled” does not mean Jesus chose Judas to fulfill Scripture but rather “this happened/had to happen, so that…” The citation is from Psalm 41:9 and shows the treachery and faithless nature of His deed, forsaking an intimate fellowship.
Bible Study: John 13:1-20
The sea washes the brick, the Abyss washes the clay And it does not destroy its structure, But binds its substance and wipes clean its purpose. Behold the disposition of the One who made us.