GOSPEL OF JOHN | CHAPTERS
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INTRO | Chapter 1 | Chapter 2 | Chapter 3 | Chapter 4 | Chapter 5 | Chapter 6 | Chapter 7 | Chapter 8 | Chapter 9 | Chapter 10 | Chapter 11 | Chapter 12 | Chapter 13 | Chapter 14 | Chapter 15 | Chapter 16 | Chapter 17
SERMONS | 1 - Following Jesus Together | 2 - The Real Jesus | 3 - Born Again | 4 - Living Water For Thirsty Souls | 5 - Confidence In Jesus | 6 - The Bread Of Life | 7 - Stand Firm | 8 - Truth Or Lies | 9 - Spiritual Vision | 10 - Trust The Shepherd | 11 - It's All About Faith | 12 - Unwavering
GOSPEL OF JOHN
WEEK SIXTEEN: THE COUNSELOR
READ: CHAPTER SIXTEEN
COMMENTARY ONLY
COMMENTARY & SCRIPTURE
DEVOTIONAL
Chapter Sixteen – THE COUNSELOR
Jesus was realistic about the immense trials and the glorious provision for the disciples. His followers would be persecuted, thrown into prison, beaten, and killed.
Most of the disciples would die as martyrs.
The sad irony is that the people who murder them would actually believe they are pleasing God. We see this tragedy around the globe today. Killing followers of Jesus does not achieve a place in heaven. This lie is from the pit of hell. The Holy Spirit will help the disciples at every turn.
Courage, truth, words to say, hope, and endurance will be given by the Holy Spirit.
A woman goes through extreme pain in childbirth, but the treasure and blessing of having a child is worth the suffering. We are called to forgive, proclaim the gospel, and love our neighbors. There will be many lives transformed but the cost couldn’t be any higher. Jesus will also depart, but His return will be physical, global, and visible. Until that day, rely on the Holy Spirit. Grieving is temporary and will become overflowing joy in His perfect presence forever.
Just Choose Hope
HOPE POINT
The Holy Spirit glorifies Jesus.
REFLECTION QUESTIONS
1. Why does Jesus warn the disciples about hardships? (16:1-4)
2. Why is it good that Jesus leaves the disciples and ascends into heaven? (16:5-7, 10-11)
3. What has this passage revealed about the work of the Holy Spirit? (16:8-9, 12-16)
4. How does Jesus turn grief into joy? (16:17-24)
5. How does being loved by God help us overcome our troubles in this world? (16:25-33)
6. Who can you share this Scripture with during the upcoming week?
PRAYER
Thank You Holy Spirit for indwelling in us. We can’t live the Christian life alone. Thank you for the love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control that You provide. Forgive us for the times we grieve You and do not listen to You. We want to be guided by You and eager to serve. We know You are working mightily in our hearts. Raise up an army of people who will drive out the darkness and shine Your light we pray Lord, amen.
