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AN INTRODUCTION TO JOHN 13-17

Nearly every word contained in John 13-17 is red. The text is dominated by Jesus’ words and His alone. With an exception to Peter’s refusal to have his feet washed, the disciples questions concerning the traitor in their midst and Thomas’ insistence to see the Father, Jesus has the floor for the entire evening.

This makes this portion of Scripture extremely significant. But that’s not the main reason why it’s so precious. These chapters record the eve of Jesus’ betrayal and crucifixion. They replay the last night of fellowship.

Fully aware of what was to come Jesus spent His final hours in the world speaking into the lives of 11 young Jewish men who had followed Him for the previous three and a half years. He focused all His strength, energy and emotion on making sure that “His own” would be able to stand the onslaught of what was to come before the sunset that next night.

That evening left indelible scars on the heart and mind of the youngest of them, John. Having been [Read more...]