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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Arise, let us go hence - Calmet supposes that Christ, having rendered thanks to God, and sung the usual hymn, Mat 26:30; Mar 14:26; rose from the table, left the city, and went towards the garden of Olives, or garden of Gethsemane, on the road to which, a part of the following discourse was delivered. It was now about midnight, and the moon was almost full, it being the 14th day of her age, about the time in which the Jewish passover was to be slain. The reader should carefully note the conduct of our Lord. He goes to die as a Sacrifice, out of love to mankind, in obedience to the Divine will, and with unshaken courage. All our actions should be formed on this plan. They should have the love of God and man for their principle and motive; his glory for their end; and his will for their rule. He who lives and acts thus shall live for ever. Amen.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
But that the world may know that I love the Father, &c.--The sense must be completed thus: "But to the Prince of the world, though he has nothing in Me, I shall yield Myself up even unto death, that the world may know that I love and obey the Father, whose commandment it is that I give My life a ransom for many." Arise, let us go hence--Did they then, at this stage of the discourse, leave the supper room, as some able interpreters conclude? If so, we think our Evangelist would have mentioned it: see Joh 18:1, which seems clearly to intimate that they then only left the upper room. But what do the words mean if not this? We think it was the dictate of that saying of earlier date, "I have a baptism to be baptized with, and how am I straitened till it be accomplished!"--a spontaneous and irrepressible expression of the deep eagerness of His spirit to get into the conflict, and that if, as is likely, it was responded to somewhat too literally by the guests who hung on His lips, in the way of a movement to depart, a wave of His hand, would be enough to show that He had yet more to say ere they broke up; and that disciple, whose pen was dipped in a love to his Master which made their movements of small consequence save when essential to the illustration of His words, would record this little outburst of the Lamb hastening to the slaughter, in the very midst of His lofty discourse; while the effect of it, if any, upon His hearers, as of no consequence, would naturally enough be passed over. Next: John Chapter 15
John Gill Bible Commentary
But that the world may know,.... Not the wicked and unbelieving world, but the world of God's elect, such as are brought to believe in Christ: that I love the Father; Christ must needs love the Father, as being of the same nature and essence with him, and as standing in the relation of a son to him; he loved all that the Father loves, and approved of all his purposes, counsels, and determinations, concerning himself and the salvation of his people; and therefore he voluntarily laid down his life for them: and as the Father gave me commandment, so I do: as a son is obedient to a father, so was Christ in all things obedient to the commands of his heavenly Father, in preaching the Gospel, obeying the law, and suffering death; all which he did and suffered, as the Father gave commandment to him, as man and Mediator: and that it might fully appear how much he loved his Father, and agreed with him in all his designs of grace; how much his will was resigned to his, and what respect he paid to whatever he said or ordered; he said to his disciples, arise, let us go hence: not from the passover, or the supper, for the passover was not as yet, and the Lord's supper was not instituted; nor in order to go to Mount Olivet, or to the garden, where Judas and his armed men would be to meet him, and lay hold on him, as is generally thought; but from Bethany, where he and his disciples now were, in order to go to Jerusalem and keep the passover, institute the supper, and then surrender himself into the hands of his enemies, and die for the sins of his people; for between this and the sermon in the following chapters, was the Lord's supper celebrated; when Christ having mentioned the fruit of the vine, he should drink new with his disciples in his Father's kingdom, he very pertinently enters upon the discourse concerning the vine and branches, with which the next chapter begins: the phrase is Jewish; so R. Jose and R. Chiyah say to one another as they sat, , "arise, and let us go hence" (f). (f) Zohar in Exod. fol. 74. 1. Next: John Chapter 15
John 14:31
Peace I Leave with You
30I will not speak with you much longer, for the prince of this world is coming, and he has no claim on Me. 31But I do exactly what the Father has commanded Me, so that the world may know that I love the Father. Get up! Let us go on from here.
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The Eternal Spirit Sanctification
By Willie Mullan1.7K1:00:12Eternal SpiritLUK 24:1JHN 14:31ACT 2:14In this sermon, the preacher describes a scene where a man receives news of his wife's sudden death. The man is devastated and runs to a dark street, finding himself in front of a car with a coffin on the floor. Three naked women are standing nearby, looking at the dead woman's face. The preacher uses this scene to emphasize the trials and tests that believers may face in their faith. He references a Bible verse from Peter, encouraging the audience not to be discouraged by difficult circumstances.
Finish the Race With Prayer
By Carter Conlon1.6K49:58Finishing WellGEN 24:12MAT 6:33MRK 9:23MRK 11:22JHN 14:31HEB 11:6JAS 4:3The sermon is titled "Finish the Race with Prayer" and is part of a series called "Finishing the Race." The speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer in our journey as Christians. He highlights the need for the Holy Spirit to make the truth alive within us and enable us to walk in it. The sermon references biblical stories, such as Abraham's servant finding a bride for his son and the disciples' experience in the upper room, to illustrate the power of prayer and faith in God's promises. The speaker encourages believers to have faith, speak to their mountains, and believe that God will answer their prayers.
(John) the Lords Prayer for Himself
By Willie Mullan1.3K57:51The Lord's PrayerMAT 6:33MAT 27:27JHN 14:31JHN 15:5JHN 16:13JHN 17:1HEB 10:19In this sermon, the preacher discusses the model of prayer that Jesus taught his disciples. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the true meaning behind the words of the prayer, rather than simply memorizing them. The preacher highlights the four petitions in the Lord's Prayer: acknowledging God as our Father, praying for His name to be glorified, asking for His kingdom to come, and seeking His will to be done. He also connects these petitions to the concept of acquiring and giving glory to God.
Pilgrims Problems No. 14 the Suicide of Judas
By Willie Mullan1.1K44:30The Suicide of JudasMAT 27:9JHN 14:31ACT 1:14ACT 1:18In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the danger of focusing on money and the love of money as the root of all evil. He mentions the story of Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver. The preacher refers to Jeremiah's prophecy about the thirty pieces of silver being used to buy the potter's field. He also mentions the events leading up to Jesus' crucifixion, including the Last Supper and Judas' betrayal. The sermon encourages listeners to learn from these biblical stories and avoid the temptation of money.
Honor Your Father and Mother
By Roy Daniel96819:06EXO 20:12MAL 4:6MAT 6:33JHN 14:31EPH 6:12TI 3:2In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of honoring and obeying parents. He shares anecdotes of children being disobedient and disrespectful towards their parents. He urges those who are disobedient to come to Jesus and repent. The preacher also highlights the example of Jesus, who honored both his earthly parents and his heavenly Father through his obedience. The sermon concludes with a reminder of the last words of the Old Testament, which call for the turning of hearts between fathers and children.
Obedience
By John Gowans76220:34JHN 14:15JHN 14:23JHN 14:26JHN 14:28JHN 14:31In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his experience living in Australia and observes that despite efforts to distance themselves from their British heritage, Australians still possess a sense of resilience and stoicism. The speaker then urges the audience to "unwrap Christmas" by moving beyond the traditional image of Christ in the cradle and embracing the true meaning of the holiday. He emphasizes the importance of not just calling oneself a Christian, but actually living out the teachings of Jesus. The speaker concludes by highlighting the transformative power of following Christ's teachings and warns against building one's life on a weak foundation.
Gospel of John (2nd Yr Study 12 of 19, Chap 14 Cont)
By G.W. North9952:01Christian LifeJHN 14:15JHN 14:19JHN 14:26JHN 14:28JHN 14:31In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of faith and the transformation it brings to believers. He recounts the story of Jesus calming the storm and highlights how the disciples were in a state of desperation and fear. However, Jesus stepped in and spoke the word of peace, causing the wind to cease and bringing about a great calm. The preacher encourages listeners to understand that the new birth in Christ is meant to make them new individuals, free from their past and transformed by the power of God. He also emphasizes the importance of selling oneself first before selling anything else, highlighting the need for authenticity and genuine spirituality. The sermon concludes with a reminder of God's mercy and love, as demonstrated through the gospel and the life of Jesus.
The Cross and the Church (Continued)
By T. Austin-Sparks0The Nature of the ChurchLife in ChristMAT 21:19JHN 3:16JHN 5:20JHN 9:25JHN 12:24JHN 14:311CO 13:4EPH 3:10EPH 4:16EPH 5:25T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the Church as the cosmic expression of Christ, highlighting its spiritual nature and accountability to God. He discusses the essential elements of life, light, and love as manifestations of Christ within the Church, asserting that true expression comes from the resurrection life of Christ. The Church's role is not merely doctrinal but to embody the life of Christ, which is inherently reproductive and transformative. Sparks stresses that love, rooted in the understanding of the Cross, is fundamental to the Church's growth and unity, and that spiritual knowledge is a byproduct of love. Ultimately, the Church's testimony must reflect the life, light, and love of Christ to the world.
3 Ways to Reach a Nation
By Lou Sutera0JHN 14:31Lou Sutera preaches on the importance of evangelism and world missions as the main work of the church throughout all ages, emphasizing the need to witness to the salvation found in Christ. Despite the unchanging nature of Christ's great commission, there is still much work to be done both locally and globally in spreading the message of salvation. Various speakers highlight the urgency and specific task of the church in reaching out to a dark and squalid world with the light of Christ, emphasizing the need to follow the three ways revealed in God's Word to reach a nation.
Honour the Son
By H.J. Vine0MAT 28:19JHN 3:35JHN 5:23JHN 8:32JHN 14:9JHN 14:31HEB 1:81JN 2:23H.J. Vine preaches on the importance of honoring the Son, Jesus Christ, as we honor the Father, emphasizing that those who do not honor the Son do not honor the Father who sent Him. The sermon highlights the deity of Christ as God the Son, stressing the unity of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in the Godhead. It warns against the modern tendency to undermine the divinity of Christ and emphasizes the significance of honoring the Son in experiencing true freedom, light, and life in the presence of the Father.
The Love of Jesus for His People
By J.C. Philpot0ISA 54:5HOS 2:19MAT 3:17JHN 3:35JHN 14:31JHN 17:23ROM 5:5EPH 5:30COL 1:22J.C. Philpot preaches about the profound love of Jesus for His people, emphasizing the communicative nature of love that desires to give and receive affection. He delves into the Triune God's eternal love for humanity, highlighting the deep bond between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Philpot explores the union and communion between Christ and the Church, illustrating how Jesus' sacrifice and love reconcile believers to God and lead to a transformative relationship. He encourages seeking communion with Christ through prayer, repentance, and a deep desire for His presence, as true religion is found in a living faith and love for Jesus.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Arise, let us go hence - Calmet supposes that Christ, having rendered thanks to God, and sung the usual hymn, Mat 26:30; Mar 14:26; rose from the table, left the city, and went towards the garden of Olives, or garden of Gethsemane, on the road to which, a part of the following discourse was delivered. It was now about midnight, and the moon was almost full, it being the 14th day of her age, about the time in which the Jewish passover was to be slain. The reader should carefully note the conduct of our Lord. He goes to die as a Sacrifice, out of love to mankind, in obedience to the Divine will, and with unshaken courage. All our actions should be formed on this plan. They should have the love of God and man for their principle and motive; his glory for their end; and his will for their rule. He who lives and acts thus shall live for ever. Amen.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
But that the world may know that I love the Father, &c.--The sense must be completed thus: "But to the Prince of the world, though he has nothing in Me, I shall yield Myself up even unto death, that the world may know that I love and obey the Father, whose commandment it is that I give My life a ransom for many." Arise, let us go hence--Did they then, at this stage of the discourse, leave the supper room, as some able interpreters conclude? If so, we think our Evangelist would have mentioned it: see Joh 18:1, which seems clearly to intimate that they then only left the upper room. But what do the words mean if not this? We think it was the dictate of that saying of earlier date, "I have a baptism to be baptized with, and how am I straitened till it be accomplished!"--a spontaneous and irrepressible expression of the deep eagerness of His spirit to get into the conflict, and that if, as is likely, it was responded to somewhat too literally by the guests who hung on His lips, in the way of a movement to depart, a wave of His hand, would be enough to show that He had yet more to say ere they broke up; and that disciple, whose pen was dipped in a love to his Master which made their movements of small consequence save when essential to the illustration of His words, would record this little outburst of the Lamb hastening to the slaughter, in the very midst of His lofty discourse; while the effect of it, if any, upon His hearers, as of no consequence, would naturally enough be passed over. Next: John Chapter 15
John Gill Bible Commentary
But that the world may know,.... Not the wicked and unbelieving world, but the world of God's elect, such as are brought to believe in Christ: that I love the Father; Christ must needs love the Father, as being of the same nature and essence with him, and as standing in the relation of a son to him; he loved all that the Father loves, and approved of all his purposes, counsels, and determinations, concerning himself and the salvation of his people; and therefore he voluntarily laid down his life for them: and as the Father gave me commandment, so I do: as a son is obedient to a father, so was Christ in all things obedient to the commands of his heavenly Father, in preaching the Gospel, obeying the law, and suffering death; all which he did and suffered, as the Father gave commandment to him, as man and Mediator: and that it might fully appear how much he loved his Father, and agreed with him in all his designs of grace; how much his will was resigned to his, and what respect he paid to whatever he said or ordered; he said to his disciples, arise, let us go hence: not from the passover, or the supper, for the passover was not as yet, and the Lord's supper was not instituted; nor in order to go to Mount Olivet, or to the garden, where Judas and his armed men would be to meet him, and lay hold on him, as is generally thought; but from Bethany, where he and his disciples now were, in order to go to Jerusalem and keep the passover, institute the supper, and then surrender himself into the hands of his enemies, and die for the sins of his people; for between this and the sermon in the following chapters, was the Lord's supper celebrated; when Christ having mentioned the fruit of the vine, he should drink new with his disciples in his Father's kingdom, he very pertinently enters upon the discourse concerning the vine and branches, with which the next chapter begins: the phrase is Jewish; so R. Jose and R. Chiyah say to one another as they sat, , "arise, and let us go hence" (f). (f) Zohar in Exod. fol. 74. 1. Next: John Chapter 15