Wednesday, October 7, 2009

The Intentionality of Jesus Making Disciples in John's Gospel... Part VII

This week, we're combining the next two chapters. Jump on board in John 7 & 8.

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Chapter 7:

7:1-4 - Jesus’ disciples try to tell him what to do... how well does this work? Not very well.

7:5-9 - Jesus reminds them that he is doing the will of the Father. Is that the beginning and end of all our actions, as well?

7:37-39 - Jesus makes a call for new disciples. He disciples through evangelism. Discipleship doesn't ever end with you... continually examine how you can foster relationships with people for the purpose of making disciples.

Chapter 8:

8:1-11 - Jesus teaches his disciples grace through the compassion and mercy he extended to the woman caught in adultery. We'd probably do well to remember this as we lead and witness to people.

8:12 - Those who follow Jesus (disciples) will not walk in darkness but will have the light of life. Amazing promise!

8:13-30 - Jesus speaks truth to those who are not disciples and, through truth, tells some to become disciples.

8:31-32 - Jesus’ disciples abide in his word and are set free by the truth. Another amazing promise.

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