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Grace Bible Church Glorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

Exploring John 14:18-31, Jesus comforts His disciples, affirms His deity, and promises the Holy Spirit. Understanding the significance of obedience, love, and the Spirit's guidance in our faith journey. Discover the peace Jesus offers beyond circumstances. Study revealing Jesus’ deity and sacrificial nature, enriching our relationship with Him. Receive comfort and guidance as we delve into the profound teachings of Jesus.

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Grace Bible Church Glorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

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  1. Grace Bible ChurchGlorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

  2. Comfort for Those Who Believe, Part 2 John 14:18-31 Jesus is teaching His disciples during His last Passover with His disciples. Judas has left and Jesus has instituted Communion and told them He would soon go away John 14:1-4 - Jesus comforts them with assurance they could trust Him, He would come back for them.

  3. Comfort for Those Who Believe, Part 2 John 14:18-31 Jesus clarified He is the way, the truth, the life and only through Him could they reach the Father (14:6) John 14:7-11 - To know Jesus is to know the Father for He spoke what the Father revealed

  4. Comfort for Those Who Believe, Part 2 John 14:18-31 The scope and nature of Jesus many miracles backed up His claim to reveal the Father John 14:12-15 - The Father works through the Son, and Jesus intercedes for His followers

  5. Comfort for Those Who Believe, Part 2 John 14:18-31 To pray “in Jesus name” is to pray according to His character and will John 14:16-17 - Jesus would send another of the same kind as Himself , the Spirit of Truth, to help them

  6. Jesus’ Promises John 14:18-21 Jesus was leaving, but He would come again - and they will live because He lives Their relationship with Him would become like Jesus’ relationship with the Father John 14:21 - Love for Jesus is demonstrated by keeping His commandments - and they are blessed for it

  7. Disclosure Explained John 14:22-24 The disciples are still thinking that Jesus will soon set up His earthly, Messianic kingdom Vs. 23-24 - Jesus and the Father disclose themselves to individuals who love Jesus.

  8. Disclosure Explained John 14:22-24 Whether you love Jesus or not is demonstrated by whether you keep His word or not Denying salvation will result in a changed life is as heretical as believing good works can justify

  9. Disclosure Explained John 14:22-24 People do not and cannot seek God on their own (Romans 3:10-18; Ephesians 2:1) God intervenes while we are in our sins to bring about salvation (Ephesians 2:5, 8-10; Romans 5:10) Good works do not merit salvation - Titus 3:5-6

  10. Disclosure Explained John 14:22-24 Good works are the evidence of salvation (Ephesians 2:10) and your love for Christ (John 14:21-24) The truth about a person’s relationship with Jesus is revealed by their willingness and effort to obey Him

  11. The Spirit’s Assistance John 14:25-26 The Holy Spirit would become their teacher after Jesus’ departure

  12. Jesus’ Peace John 14:27-31 Jesus told them in advance what would take place in the future so that their faith would not be shaken The peace given by Jesus is based on your relationship with Him and not your circumstances - Phil 4:6-7

  13. Jesus’ Peace John 14:27-31 When you love someone, you rejoice in what is good for them even when it does match your own desires Jesus’ statement that the Father was greater does not negate His deity or equality with the Father

  14. Jesus’ Peace John 14:27-31 Some of Jesus’ claims and actions of deity: John 12:1,14; 5:17-23; 8:59; 10:31; 20:28 Apostolic declarations of Jesus’ deity: Col. 1:15-17; Titus 2:13; 2 Pet. 1:1; Heb. 1:2-5; 1 John 5:20; Rev. 1:8

  15. Jesus’ Peace John 14:27-31 Jesus’ “emptied Himself” (Phil. 2:7) in becoming a man. His return to the Father would restore His glory vs. 30-31. Jesus’ time was short before Satan’s activity would unfold - but Jesus was still in control Jesus still has some things to teach them even as they prepared to leave

  16. Conclusions A relationship with Jesus begins with humility to repent of sin and pride and seek the Savior Those who love Jesus will tell others about Him - pray for opportunities this week

  17. Grace Bible ChurchGlorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

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