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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
But now they have no cloke for their sin - (margin: Or, excuse) They are without excuse. See the note on Joh 9:41. Christ had done such works as demonstrated him to be the Messiah - yet they rejected him: here lay their sin; and this sin, and the punishment to which it exposed them, still remain; for they still continue to reject the Lord that bought them.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
(See on Joh 9:39-41). If I had not come and spoken unto them, they had not had sin--comparatively none; all other sins being light compared with the rejection of the Son of God. now they have no cloak for their sin--rather, "pretext."
John Gill Bible Commentary
But this cometh to pass,.... This hatred against Christ, and which is pointed at his people for his sake, and reaches to the Father also on his account, is suffered to be, and therefore should be patiently borne: that the word might be fulfilled which is written in their law: either in Psa 35:19, or rather in Psa 69:4; which is a psalm of Christ, as appears by citations out of it in the New Testament, or references to it; see Joh 2:17. The whole Scripture is sometimes called the law, as here; for not the law of Moses is meant, or the five books of Moses, but the writings of the Old Testament; which the Jews had in their hands, to them being committed the oracles of God; and sometimes are so called, when the book of Psalms is particularly referred to as now; see Joh 10:34; the words cited are, they hated me without a cause; without any reason for it, Christ having given them no provocation, or just cause of offence, anger, or hatred. This sin of hating without a cause, is represented by the Jews as a very heinous one, and as the reason of the destruction of the second temple; under which they observe, that men studied in the law, and in the commandments, and in doing of good; and therefore ask why it was destroyed? the answer is, because there was under it, , "hatred without a cause": to teach us, that hatred without a cause is equal to the three (capital) transgressions, idolatry, adultery, and murder, for which they say the first temple was destroyed (w). This is a tacit acknowledgment that the sin here mentioned was a reigning one, or that it much abounded in the time of Christ. (w) T. Bab, Yoma, fol. 9. 2. Hieros. Yoma, fol. 38. 3.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
15:22-24 But now they have no excuse: Jesus’ ministry provided both words (15:22) and works (15:24) as evidence that pointed to God. Once people have heard and seen him, they are accountable.
John 15:22
The Hatred of the World
21But they will treat you like this because of My name, since they do not know the One who sent Me.22If I had not come and spoken to them, they would not be guilty of sin. Now, however, they have no excuse for their sin.
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The Appearing of Resurrection and the Giving of Power
By Newman Sze8201:22:11MAT 28:1MAT 28:19MRK 16:15LUK 24:44JHN 20:19JHN 21:25In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the 40 days that Jesus spent on earth after His resurrection. He explains that during this time, Jesus trained His disciples to shift their focus from external things to internal revelation, from the flesh to the Holy Spirit, and from the law to life. The speaker shares a personal anecdote about a turbulent airplane ride to illustrate the need for Christians to rise above fear and rely on the Holy Spirit. He concludes by urging the audience to prioritize their personal encounter with the Lord and the experience of being filled with the Holy Spirit.
God's Grace and Man's Need
By John Nelson Darby0Human NeedGod's GraceJHN 15:22John Nelson Darby emphasizes the profound contrast between man's heart towards God and God's heart towards humanity, illustrating how the coming of Jesus revealed the true nature of sin and the depth of God's grace. He explains that while the law was meant to expose sin, man often misused it to seek self-righteousness, failing to recognize their need for God's grace. The sermon highlights the story of the Syrophoenician woman, who, despite her unworthiness, understood the abundance of God's grace and mercy, demonstrating that true humility and recognition of one's need can lead to divine favor. Darby concludes that the veil has been torn, allowing sinners to approach God directly, emphasizing that grace is available to all who acknowledge their need for it. Ultimately, he calls for believers to embrace the fullness of God's grace and the cleansing power of Christ's sacrifice.
Titus 2:11-14
By St. John Chrysostom0JHN 15:221CO 6:9TIT 2:11TIT 3:4John Chrysostom preaches about the transformative power of God's grace, emphasizing the need to deny ungodliness and worldly lusts, and to live a life of sobriety, righteousness, and godliness while eagerly awaiting the glorious return of Jesus Christ. He highlights the importance of being zealous for good works, as a response to the grace we have received through Christ's sacrifice. Chrysostom urges believers to live in a manner that reflects the kindness and love of God, being justified by His grace and looking forward to the hope of eternal life.
John 18:37-19:15
By St. John Chrysostom0EZK 14:14MAT 25:9MAT 27:63LUK 6:25LUK 12:47LUK 16:26JHN 15:22JHN 18:38JHN 19:1JHN 19:4JHN 19:6JHN 19:10JHN 19:12John Chrysostom preaches on the humility and endurance of Jesus during His trial before Pilate, highlighting how Jesus exhibited gentleness, mildness, and silence in the face of false accusations and mockery, ultimately showing His kingship and truth. Despite Pilate's attempts to release Him, the crowd demanded His crucifixion, revealing their rejection of the true King. Chrysostom emphasizes the importance of imitating Christ's response to insults and injustice, showing love and forgiveness even to enemies, as Jesus did. He urges the congregation to reflect on Christ's suffering and to live a life of virtue and humility, seeking wisdom from the Scriptures and preparing for the journey to eternal life.
The Ark Convicts of Righteousness
By Allan Halton0GEN 6:5JHN 15:22JHN 16:8PHP 1:28HEB 11:71PE 5:12PE 2:52PE 3:12Allan Halton preaches on the significance of Noah's building of the ark as a demonstration of God's provision for salvation in a wicked world, justifying God's judgment on the ungodly. Similarly, the life and death of Jesus Christ became a condemnation of the evil world, revealing God's righteousness and providing a way of escape from sin and judgment. The preaching of Noah and the testimony of Christ convicted the unbelieving world, demonstrating God's call to repentance and salvation. The Holy Spirit continues this work by convicting the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment through the lives of believers, justifying God's eventual judgment on the world.
The Price of the Presence of Christ
By Allan Halton0PSA 2:1JHN 15:18JHN 15:221JN 3:13Allan Halton delves into the early Christian history, highlighting the persecution faced by the early Christians in a world that hated God, drawing parallels to the present day where stories of Christian persecution are becoming more frequent news, and discussing the inevitability of severe persecution for western Christians due to society's growing hatred for God and righteousness. He emphasizes the manifestation of God's presence through the Holy Spirit in believers, leading to potential persecution as the world hates what represents Christ in them.
Christ's Own Definition of Sin.
By M.L. Dye0MAT 5:28MAT 5:48LUK 22:28JHN 3:19JHN 7:16JHN 12:49JHN 15:22HEB 4:151JN 1:7M.L. Dye preaches on the definition of sin according to Jesus Christ, emphasizing that temptation and mistakes are not sin, but willful rejection of light is. Jesus taught that sin involves consciously choosing evil over good, rejecting the truth even when it is known. The sermon delves into the importance of understanding the difference between sin and mistakes, highlighting the need for repentance and the consequences of unrepented sin.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
But now they have no cloke for their sin - (margin: Or, excuse) They are without excuse. See the note on Joh 9:41. Christ had done such works as demonstrated him to be the Messiah - yet they rejected him: here lay their sin; and this sin, and the punishment to which it exposed them, still remain; for they still continue to reject the Lord that bought them.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
(See on Joh 9:39-41). If I had not come and spoken unto them, they had not had sin--comparatively none; all other sins being light compared with the rejection of the Son of God. now they have no cloak for their sin--rather, "pretext."
John Gill Bible Commentary
But this cometh to pass,.... This hatred against Christ, and which is pointed at his people for his sake, and reaches to the Father also on his account, is suffered to be, and therefore should be patiently borne: that the word might be fulfilled which is written in their law: either in Psa 35:19, or rather in Psa 69:4; which is a psalm of Christ, as appears by citations out of it in the New Testament, or references to it; see Joh 2:17. The whole Scripture is sometimes called the law, as here; for not the law of Moses is meant, or the five books of Moses, but the writings of the Old Testament; which the Jews had in their hands, to them being committed the oracles of God; and sometimes are so called, when the book of Psalms is particularly referred to as now; see Joh 10:34; the words cited are, they hated me without a cause; without any reason for it, Christ having given them no provocation, or just cause of offence, anger, or hatred. This sin of hating without a cause, is represented by the Jews as a very heinous one, and as the reason of the destruction of the second temple; under which they observe, that men studied in the law, and in the commandments, and in doing of good; and therefore ask why it was destroyed? the answer is, because there was under it, , "hatred without a cause": to teach us, that hatred without a cause is equal to the three (capital) transgressions, idolatry, adultery, and murder, for which they say the first temple was destroyed (w). This is a tacit acknowledgment that the sin here mentioned was a reigning one, or that it much abounded in the time of Christ. (w) T. Bab, Yoma, fol. 9. 2. Hieros. Yoma, fol. 38. 3.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
15:22-24 But now they have no excuse: Jesus’ ministry provided both words (15:22) and works (15:24) as evidence that pointed to God. Once people have heard and seen him, they are accountable.