Final Words
In His farewell address in John 14 to 17, Jesus promises the Holy Spirit, calls His followers to abide in the vine, assures them He has overcome the world, and prays for all who will believe.
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Suffering & Glory (John 12-21) – The Coming King, 12 – The Suffering Servant, 13 – Farewell Address, 14-17
Farewell Discourses in the Bible: ● Jacob (Genesis 49) ● Moses (Deuteronomy 31–33) ● Joshua (Joshua 23–24) ● Samuel (1 Samuel 12) ● David (1 Kings 2:1–9; 1 Chronicles 28–29) ● Jesus (John 14–17) ● Paul (Acts 20:17–38; 2 Timothy 4:6–8)
The Setting: ● The Upper Room & Jerusalem Streets ● Kidron Valley ● Mount of Olives
Key Themes: ● God as Father (50x) ● Jesus’ Exclusivity, Suffering, & Glorification ● The Holy Spirit ● The Disciples (troubled & questions)
● Relationship/family ● Peace/Joy ● Love/Obedience ● Unity/Witness
The Role of the Holy Spirit
Advocate, 14:16, 26; 15:26; 16:7
Helper, 14:16
Be with you, 14:16
Teach you, 14:26
Remind you, 14:26
Testify about me, 15:26
Convict, 16:8
Guide you into truth, 16:13, 14-15
Speak, 16:13 10.Glorify Jesus, 16:14 (16:7 – It is for your good that I am going away…)
Vines/Vineyards (15:1-17)
- OT symbol for Israel seen in temple décor; Maccabean coins, etc. (e.g. Ps 80:8-9).
- Abiding in the vine and bearing fruit
Overcoming Tribulations (15:18-16:33) “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world, you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” Jn 16:33
Jesus’ Prayer (17:1-26) ● What makes Jesus’ prayer list? How should that shape how we pray? ● Jesus’ Extended Prayers (Matthew 6:5-15; Luke 11:5-15; John 17:1-26) ● Outline:
- Jesus Prays for Himself (17:1-5)
- Jesus Prays for the Eleven Disciples (17:6-19)
- Jesus Prays for all Disciples (17:20-26) ● Themes
- Father’s Glory (17:1, 4-5)
- Relationship with the Father (17:7-8, 10, 24-26)
- Salvation of the Disciples (17:2-3, 12)
- Unity & Witness of the Disciples (17:11, 21-23)
Reflection Questions:
- What if your mission in life is to follow Jesus, focus on Jesus, and invite others to focus on and follow Him as well?
- Do you live a life on a mission to bring others to Christ?
Final Words Instructions
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Suffering & Glory (John 12-21) – The Coming King, 12 – The Suffering Servant, 13 – Farewell Address, 14-17
Farewell Discourses in the Bible: ● Jacob (Genesis 49) ● Moses (Deuteronomy 31–33) ● Joshua (Joshua 23–24) ● Samuel (1 Samuel 12) ● David (1 Kings 2:1–9; 1 Chronicles 28–29) ● Jesus (John 14–17) ● Paul (Acts 20:17–38; 2 Timothy 4:6–8)
The Setting: ● The Upper Room & Jerusalem Streets ● Kidron Valley ● Mount of Olives
Key Themes: ● God as Father (50x) ● Jesus’ Exclusivity, Suffering, & Glorification ● The Holy Spirit ● The Disciples (troubled & questions)
● Relationship/family ● Peace/Joy ● Love/Obedience ● Unity/Witness
The Role of the Holy Spirit
Advocate, 14:16, 26; 15:26; 16:7
Helper, 14:16
Be with you, 14:16
Teach you, 14:26
Remind you, 14:26
Testify about me, 15:26
Convict, 16:8
Guide you into truth, 16:13, 14-15
Speak, 16:13 10.Glorify Jesus, 16:14 (16:7 – It is for your good that I am going away…)
Vines/Vineyards (15:1-17)
- OT symbol for Israel seen in temple décor; Maccabean coins, etc. (e.g. Ps 80:8-9).
- Abiding in the vine and bearing fruit
Overcoming Tribulations (15:18-16:33) “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world, you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” Jn 16:33
Jesus’ Prayer (17:1-26) ● What makes Jesus’ prayer list? How should that shape how we pray? ● Jesus’ Extended Prayers (Matthew 6:5-15; Luke 11:5-15; John 17:1-26) ● Outline:
- Jesus Prays for Himself (17:1-5)
- Jesus Prays for the Eleven Disciples (17:6-19)
- Jesus Prays for all Disciples (17:20-26) ● Themes
- Father’s Glory (17:1, 4-5)
- Relationship with the Father (17:7-8, 10, 24-26)
- Salvation of the Disciples (17:2-3, 12)
- Unity & Witness of the Disciples (17:11, 21-23)
Reflection Questions:
- What if your mission in life is to follow Jesus, focus on Jesus, and invite others to focus on and follow Him as well?
- Do you live a life on a mission to bring others to Christ?