This document provides an in-depth analysis and interpretation of John 15:7. It begins with an outline of the Gospel of John and contextualizes the passage within the "Last Supper Discourses". It then examines the narrative elements of Jesus as the true vine and believers as branches. Key points of interpretation include the necessity of abiding in Christ through prayer, scripture memorization, and service. The document stresses asking God for guidance and the Holy Spirit with confidence that prayers will be answered according to His will.
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This document provides an in-depth analysis and interpretation of John 15:7. It begins with an outline of the Gospel of John and contextualizes the passage within the "Last Supper Discourses". It then examines the narrative elements of Jesus as the true vine and believers as branches. Key points of interpretation include the necessity of abiding in Christ through prayer, scripture memorization, and service. The document stresses asking God for guidance and the Holy Spirit with confidence that prayers will be answered according to His will.
This document provides an in-depth analysis and interpretation of John 15:7. It begins with an outline of the Gospel of John and contextualizes the passage within the "Last Supper Discourses". It then examines the narrative elements of Jesus as the true vine and believers as branches. Key points of interpretation include the necessity of abiding in Christ through prayer, scripture memorization, and service. The document stresses asking God for guidance and the Holy Spirit with confidence that prayers will be answered according to His will.
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This document provides an in-depth analysis and interpretation of John 15:7. It begins with an outline of the Gospel of John and contextualizes the passage within the "Last Supper Discourses". It then examines the narrative elements of Jesus as the true vine and believers as branches. Key points of interpretation include the necessity of abiding in Christ through prayer, scripture memorization, and service. The document stresses asking God for guidance and the Holy Spirit with confidence that prayers will be answered according to His will.
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TEACHING
ON JOHN 15 : 7 Intro • The Bread of Life Prayer Group has started a series of talks on LIFE
CHANGING verses from the Bible or the Word of God.
• Trying to do an indepth study of the Scripture and daily
application( putting the Word into practice) *
• For the Word of God is living and active, and is profitable for teaching, for
reproof, for correction and for training in righteousness, that the man of
God may be complete, equipped for every good work.( 2 Tim 3 : 16).* Gospel of John: Outline • This evening we will study the Scripture Verse John 15 : 7 . The Gospel of John is outlined as follows : • First Part : The Prologue : The Word Coming into the World (Jn 1: 1 to Jn 1: 18) • Second Part : called “The Book of Signs” : where the theme is “ His Own Did Not Receive Him “(Jn 1: 19 to Jn 12 : 50) • Third Part : called “ The Book of Glory “ where the theme is “ He Gave Them Power to Become Children of God “.(Jn 13 : 1 to Jn 20 : 31) • Fourth Part : The Epilogue : where ‘ The Lord appears in Galilee ‘ ( Jn 21 : 1-25) Our focus today: Third Part • So today we are in the Third Part : called ‘The Book of Glory’ where Jesus Himself gives His disciples the power to become children of God.
• In this part we have THE LAST SUPPER DISCOURSES.(Jn 13: 1 to 17 : 26). As
part of the Last Supper Discourses we have the imagery of JESUS, as the TRUE VINE(Jn 15: 1 to 11). What's in the last supper discourse • THE LAST SUPPER DISCOURSES.(Jn 13: 1 to 17 : 26). As part of the Last Supper Discourses we have the imagery of JESUS, as the TRUE VINE(Jn 15: 1 to 11) *.
• The last words of any person before he or she dies is always precious to those left behind
• we must understand how important this text is in knowing Jesus.
• The allegory of the vine and the branches used by Jesus is to emphasise the need for CONSTANT UNION of the disciples WITH HIM in order to bring forth DESIRED FRUIT * The Narrative • Jesus tells His disciples : I am the TRUE VINE , and my Father is the VINE DRESSER(Jn 15 : 1). He also says : I AM THE VINE , you are the branches (Jn 15 ; 5) • Three persons are depicted : – The Father : as the VINEDRESSER
– The Son : as the VINE
– We ( his disciples) : as the BRANCHES *
• He concludes by saying that if you ABIDE( or remain) in ME( or in my love), and my WORDS abide in YOU, ask WHATEVER you will, and it SHALL be done for you. Interpretation of the Narrative • The images of ISRAEL as the VINE is used several times in the Old Testament ( Is 5 : 1-7; Jer 2 : 21 ; Hos 10 : 1;Ezek 15 : 1-6 ) * • ‘Pruning’ or corrections or set backs in life are necessary to bear much fruit in life. We have examples as in the case of the accident to St. Ignatius of Loyola, or the concentration camp for St. Maximillian Colbe. * * • “Bearing Fruit” implies missionary activity – (Jn 28 : 19) *
– The fruit of a Christian, is to make another Christian.
– Fruit is meant for others , not for ourselves. Interpretation of the Narrative • “Remaining in Jesus” : The intimacy with Jesus at all times. In Him we live, and move and have our being. (Acts 17: 28) * • “MY WORDS ABIDE IN YOU” : HIS WORDS will abide ( remain in us) only if we know His Words. – Hence the necessity to MEMORISE HIS WORDS. *
• “ASK WHATEVER YOU WILL” : * The WORD that abides in us will guide us in what we need to ask. HOW DO WE GET THE FULL BENEFIT OF THE PROMISE OF THIS VERSE IN OUR LIFE
• Exercising that choice of being with Jesus rather than with the world *
• “ You “ : * • “Abide in Me “: There are many ways in which WE abide( remain) in CHRIST.
– Receiving the Holy Body of Christ everyday: ( Jn 6 : 56-57) *
– Personal Prayer : This is our lifeline with Christ: * “Pray constantly”(1 Thes 5 : 16) * – Faith without works is Dead : Just faith will not do. (Jas 2 : !7 ) * ( Rom 10 : 17). – Serving the Kingdom of God ( Body of Christ) in some way : Five loaves and two fish : If you belong to Christ, you will serve. HOW DO WE GET THE FULL BENEFIT OF THE PROMISE OF THIS VERSE IN OUR LIFE
• “My Words Abide in You” : Memorizing scripture verses *
• Ask Whatever you Will : Seek first the kingdom of God ( the reign of God in our life), and all these things will be added unto you.(Mt 6 : 33) * • Ask for His Spirit : If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ASK HIM (Lk 11 : 13) * • “It shall be done for you” : Whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have already received it and it shall be yours: (Mk 11 : 24). – Hence the need to thank God as we have already received it. Action Points • Always choose life • Each of us has to respond to Jesus’ invitation • Abiding in Jesus : apart from me you can do nothing (Jn 15 : 5) • My words abide in you : Memorising Scripture verses • Ask for Spiritual gifts • Confidence that our prayers are always heard Let’s Pray
