biblestudy: John (Part 21)
John 13:15-14:6 Jesus' New Commandment : Love Others More Than Self
John W. Ritenbaugh
Given 17-Mar-87; Tape #BS-JO21
Description: In this twenty- first installment expounding the book of John, John Ritenbaugh reiterates that the humble, serving, or footwashing attitude exemplified by Jesus in John 13 provides a clear insight into the mind of God. Jesus humbled Himself, pouring out His divinity to serve mankind, providing an example for us to also serve others. The loving way in which Jesus appealed to Judas leaves us further insights about Jesus conscious choice to accept His Father's will, glorifying His Father through His sacrifice for man's benefit. The Father likewise glorifies His Son by resurrecting and honoring Him. God expects us to follow Christ's example of loving others, with all of their flaws and weaknesses, more than ourselves. This kind of love does not come naturally, but must be acquired through God's Holy Spirit. In chapter 14, Jesus, anticipating His imminent death, provides encouragement, comfort and assurance to His disciples (all of us actually) that they would have a role in His future kingdom. Jesus, by His example, teaches us not to get discouraged if we don't see immediate results from obeying God or carrying out His will. The results may not be realized this side of the grave. By following Christ's example, we follow in the Way of truth, leading to Eternal life and glorification. (86 minutes)
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Sermons in the John series:
John (Part 1)
Distinctions Between John and the Other Gospels
John (Part 2)
Jesus Christ as the Reality and the Manifestation of God in the Flesh
John (Part 3)
Biblical and Secular Testimonies to Jesus Christ's Divinity
John (Part 4)
Fulfilled Prophecies Establishing Christ's Messiahship
John (Part 5)
Choosing Disciples; Beginning Signs; Expelling Moneychangers
John (Part 6)
Signs Reveal that God Alone Can Supply Our Every Need
John (Part 7)
Born Again/ Bearing Ones Cross / The Power of Choice
John (Part 8)
Jesus Christ's Encounter with the Woman of Samaria
John (Part 9)
God the Father and Jesus Christ Work Ceaselessly to Relieve Burdens
John (Part 10)
Identity with God Requires Unconditional Submission to His Will
John (Part 11)
The Impossibility of Satisfying a Spiritual Need with a Physical Solution
John (Part 12)
What We Believe Determines What We Do
John (Part 13)
The Need for Removing the Blinders of Tradition
John (Part 14)
God's Approach to Judgment/ Jesus as the Light of the World
John (Part 15)
John 8:30-9:7 Liberation from Bondage to Sin through God's Spirit
John (Part 16)
John 9:8-10:14 Spiritual Blindness/ Hearing the Master's Voice
John (Part 17)
Love produces Unity/ Self centeredness Produces Anarchy
John (Part 18)
John 11:1-57 Conquering the Debilitating Fear of Death
John (Part 19)
John 12:1-36 A Sublime Sacrifice of Love and Devotion
John (Part 20)
John 12:24-John 13:1-17 The Essence of Love is Sacrifice
John (Part 21)
John 13:15-14:6 Jesus' New Commandment : Love Others More Than Self
John (Part 22)
John 14:7-15:6 Promise of the Holy Spirit to lead us to Truth
John (Part 23)
John 15:7-25 Our Organic Connection with the True Vine
John (Part 24)
Christ's Departing Instructions to His Disciples
John (Part 25)
John 17:6-21 Eternal Life is Knowing God: Living Life as God Does
John (Part 26)
John 17:22-18:28 Jesus Christ's Purposeful and Voluntary Sacrifice
John (Part 27)
John 18:29-19:24 Pilate?s Futile Attempts at Acquitting an Innocent Man
John (Part 28)
John 20:24-end The Dramatic Conclusion to the Book of John
