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- Adam Clarke
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Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Herein is my Father glorified - Or, honored. It is the honor of the husbandman to have good, strong, vigorous vines, plentifully laden with fruit: so it is the honor of God to have strong, vigorous, holy children, entirely freed from sin, and perfectly filled with his love.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
glorified that ye bear much fruit--not only from His delight in it for its own sake, but as from "the juices of the Living Vine." so shall ye be my disciples--evidence your discipleship.
John Gill Bible Commentary
As the Father hath loved me,.... As his own Son, and as Mediator, from everlasting; and in time, in his state of humiliation, throughout the course of his obedience, and under all his sufferings; which he testified more than once by a voice from heaven; which he showed by concealing nothing from him as Mediator, by giving all things into his hands, by showing him all that he himself did, by appointing him the Saviour of the body, and making him the head of the church, by exalting him at his right hand, and ordaining him to be judge of quick and dead. So have I loved you: Christ loves his as his spouse and bride, as his dear children, as members of his body, as branches in him the vine, as believers in him, and followers of him; which he has shown by espousing both their persons and cause, by assuming their nature, by suffering and dying in their room and stead, and making all suitable provision for them, both for time and eternity. And there is a likeness between the Father's love to him, and his love to his disciples and followers: as his Father loved him from everlasting, so did he love them; as his Father loved him with a love of complacency and delight, so did he, and so does he love them; and as his Father loved him with a special and peculiar affection, with an unchangeable, invariable, constant love, which will last for ever, in like manner does Christ love his people; and with this he enforces the following exhortation. Continue ye in my love: meaning either in his love to them, which, as he always continues in it without any variableness or shadow of turning, so he would have them continue in believing their interest in it, prizing and valuing it, in imitating and remembering it; or else in their love to him, to his person, to his people, to his Gospel, to his ordinances, ways, and worship, which he knew was liable to wax cold, though it could not be lost.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
15:8 True disciples will experience a transformed, fruit-bearing life because they live in a relationship of love with both Jesus and the Father (15:9-10).
John 15:8
Jesus the True Vine
7If you remain in Me and My words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.8This is to My Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, proving yourselves to be My disciples.
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Family God's Way #1 - Two Becoming One
By Bob Hoekstra1.4K1:01:32GEN 1:26MAT 6:33MAT 19:3JHN 15:81TI 1:12The purpose of the sermon series is to learn about family life according to God's way and to be equipped to minister to others in this area. The sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding and following God's design for family, as opposed to viewing marriage as a human contract. The speaker highlights the destructive consequences of disregarding God's plan for family and the need for God's grace and mercy in our failures. The sermon also emphasizes the partnership between husband and wife, as exemplified by Adam and Eve, and challenges the modern trend of redefining marriage.
Getting Life Under Control
By Jim Logan1.3K55:46ControlPSA 25:14MAT 14:13LUK 6:12JHN 15:8In this sermon, the preacher discusses the passage in Isaiah 6 where the prophet sees a vision of heaven. He describes the scene of a throne, high and lifted up, with beings called cherubim surrounding it. These cherubim are singing the words "holy, holy, holy," which the preacher connects to a Baptist church service he attended. The preacher also mentions his own personal experiences with dyslexia and learning disabilities. He briefly mentions his Bible college and prayer ministry, as well as a book on becoming Christ-like that he recommends. The sermon ends with a mention of the book of Hebrews.
The Making of a Disciple - Part 1
By David Roper99134:27MAT 6:33MAT 28:16JHN 15:8In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the Great Commission found in Matthew 28:19-20, where Jesus commands his disciples to go and make disciples of all nations. The main idea of the passage is to make disciples, not just gather followers or fans. The speaker emphasizes that making disciples involves obedience to God's Word and showing love to others. He also highlights the importance of staying with people, training and preparing them until they are independently dependent on the Lord and able to go on their own. The speaker encourages the audience to have a sensitive heart towards those who need God and to have the courage to share the message of Christ with them.
More and More
By G.W. North9351:05:53Christian LifeJHN 12:1JHN 12:24JHN 12:26JHN 15:1JHN 15:5JHN 15:8In this sermon, the preacher discusses the theme of love and how it was learned by the disciple John. The preacher emphasizes that Jesus is the ultimate teacher of love, but also highlights that Jesus uses people as a means to teach others. The preacher references the story of Jesus washing the disciples' feet as an example of how Jesus demonstrated love through actions. The sermon encourages the audience to reflect on how they can learn to love like John did, by allowing Jesus to teach them through people and through their own actions.
In the Shadow of the Cross - Therapy for Troubled Hearts
By J. Glyn Owen8701:11:30CrossJHN 13:36JHN 14:1JHN 14:27JHN 15:8In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of trusting in God and Jesus, and not letting our hearts be troubled or filled with worry. Jesus is portrayed as the perfect teacher and Savior who provides for our needs and feeds our faith with promises. The preacher encourages listeners to take these teachings to heart and live by them, in order to overcome fears and troubles. The problem Jesus is addressing is the common issue of heart trouble, which the preacher describes as the most prevalent problem in the world. The sermon also mentions the importance of trusting in Jesus despite the opposition and persecution he faced, and highlights the principles underlying his approach to addressing the problem.
Death Comes to All
By Chuck Smith85425:04DeathJOS 3:5NEH 8:8ECC 2:1ECC 9:3MAT 16:24JHN 15:81CO 10:31In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the inevitability of death and the importance of wisdom in life. He emphasizes that no matter how well or evilly we live, death is a common event for all. Solomon's philosophy of "eat, drink, and be merry" is contrasted with the teachings of Jesus, who calls us to deny ourselves and follow Him. Pastor Chuck shares the story of a wise man who saved a city but was forgotten, highlighting the value of wisdom even when it is despised. Ultimately, he encourages listeners to live for the glory of God rather than seeking personal pleasures.
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.
The Divine Love of God
By Erlo Stegen7951:00:07JHN 15:8In this sermon, the speaker describes a powerful encounter with Jesus carrying the burden of sin. As the speaker approached a person carrying a heavy burden, he realized it was Jesus and felt overwhelmed by compassion, love, and mercy emanating from Jesus' eyes. Jesus revealed that he was carrying the speaker's personal sin, not the sin of the whole world. This revelation deeply impacted the speaker, leading him to repent and acknowledge the magnitude of his own sin. The speaker urges the congregation to have a similar encounter with Jesus and recognize the destructive power of sin in their lives.
Obedience and the Way of the Cross
By Zac Poonen7471:09:00PRO 14:14ISA 53:12JHN 7:37JHN 12:24JHN 12:27JHN 15:2JHN 15:5JHN 15:8JHN 15:16ROM 14:222CO 8:121JN 2:6This sermon emphasizes the importance of falling into the ground and dying to bear much fruit, following the way of the cross, and being filled with the Holy Spirit continuously. It encourages believers to choose the path of self-denial, faithfulness, and obedience to God's will, even in times of pressure and trouble, to experience spiritual growth and the power of the Holy Spirit in their lives.
How to Start a Discipleship Group
By E.A. Johnston74027:22DiscipleshipPSA 119:11PRO 29:18JHN 15:8ACT 2:421TI 4:132TI 2:2HEB 11:6The video is a sermon on the importance of discipleship and reaching the world for Christ. The speaker emphasizes the need for vision and training disciples to fulfill the great commission. He encourages the audience to focus on reproducing faithful men and women who will go out and teach others. The speaker also provides a format for discipleship meetings and suggests using inspirational videos and testimonies to deepen one's walk with God.
The Great Commission
By Victor Choudhrie7241:04:51GEN 2:15MAT 28:18JHN 4:35JHN 15:8ACT 1:8The sermon focuses on the Great Commission as outlined in Matthew 28:18-20, emphasizing the sender as Jesus who holds all power, the operational aspect of 'go' as a command to make disciples of all nations, baptize them, teach obedience, and equip believers. The importance of immediate action, transformation, and fulfilling the Great Commission through personal evangelism and discipleship is highlighted.
Continuity
By Joshua Daniel68442:08PRO 9:10MAT 11:28MRK 16:9JHN 8:31JHN 15:8This sermon emphasizes the importance of continuity in discipleship, highlighting the transformation that comes from sticking to God's Word and following Jesus steadfastly, even in tough times. It discusses the need for humility, meekness, and trust in God's truth, showcasing examples like Mary Magdalene's unwavering faith. The message urges believers to be true disciples who bear fruit, overcome pride, and stand firm in their faith, especially in a world filled with challenges and temptations.
Fruit Bearing vs. Fruit Producing
By Major Ian Thomas1Faith vs. WorksAbiding in ChristJHN 6:29JHN 15:1JHN 15:8GAL 5:16JAS 2:26Major Ian Thomas emphasizes the distinction between fruit bearing and fruit producing in the Christian life. He explains that fruit bearing is the natural overflow of Christ's life within us, resulting from faith and leading to eternal good works, while fruit producing is a struggle to live by our own efforts, often leading to short-lived results. Thomas highlights that true fruitfulness comes from abiding in Christ, which brings peace and rest, contrasting it with the anxiety of self-effort. He reminds us that our identity in Christ shapes our character and actions, and that genuine faith is evidenced by divine activity flowing through us. Ultimately, he calls believers to embrace their identity as fruit-bearers, relying on God's grace rather than their own strength.
"Thirteen Theses Nailed to the Evangelical Church Door"
By A.W. Tozer0True DiscipleshipReformationMAT 4:17LUK 9:23JHN 15:8ROM 12:1A.W. Tozer addresses the Youth for Christ meeting, emphasizing that the evangelical church has strayed from New Testament teachings and is in a state of 'Babylonian captivity.' He presents thirteen theses that call for a reformation within the church, stressing the need for true repentance, discipleship, and the importance of Christ's Lordship. Tozer critiques the superficiality of modern evangelicalism, urging a return to genuine worship and a deeper understanding of salvation. He warns against the dangers of adopting worldly methods in ministry and calls for a revival that leads to significant change rather than mere enthusiasm. His message serves as a challenge to church leaders to reflect on their practices and align them with biblical principles.
Living Christ
By George Mueller0Living For GodHoliness and HappinessMAT 5:16JHN 15:8ROM 12:22CO 5:17GAL 5:22PHP 2:15COL 3:2JAS 4:41PE 2:91JN 1:9George Mueller emphasizes the importance of being a committed Christian from the very beginning of one's spiritual journey, urging believers to live distinctly for God and bear fruit for His glory. He encourages young Christians to strive for holiness and happiness, making it evident to the world that they belong to the kingdom of heaven. Mueller stresses that while one can glorify God in their earthly business, they must be willing to give up anything contrary to God's will. He acknowledges that all believers are prone to sin and must continually seek forgiveness through Jesus Christ. Ultimately, he calls for a life that reflects Christ, leading to increased joy and usefulness in God's service.
Inheritance the Inheritance of the Levites, or All in God and God in All
By A.B. Simpson0ConsecrationService to GodNUM 8:14JOS 13:33MAT 6:33JHN 15:8ROM 12:11CO 6:202CO 5:15PHP 4:19COL 3:171PE 2:9A.B. Simpson emphasizes the significance of the Levites' inheritance, illustrating that true consecration involves redemption, separation, dedication, and service to God. He explains that the Levites, as representatives of Christian service, were wholly dedicated to God, embodying the principles of living sacrifices and finding all resources in Him. Simpson encourages believers to recognize their identity as God's own, urging them to surrender unconditionally and joyfully to His will, while also serving Him in every aspect of life. He concludes that those who give up everything for God will receive even more in return, highlighting the importance of prioritizing God above all else.
Thoughts for the Quiet Hour - June 15
By D.L. Moody0Christian WitnessLiving FaithfullyMAT 5:16MAT 28:19JHN 15:8ACT 1:8ACT 13:47ROM 1:162CO 5:20PHP 2:15COL 3:171PE 2:9D.L. Moody emphasizes the vital role of Christians in affirming the truth of Christianity as the world's salvation. He urges believers to live out their faith authentically, demonstrating the transformative power of the Christian life. By embodying Christian values and fulfilling their duties, individuals can contribute to the strength of the church and provide answers to the world's pressing questions. Moody calls for a commitment to a life that reflects the essence of Christianity, thereby bringing peace to a troubled humanity.
Luke 8:15
By Chuck Smith0Spiritual GrowthReceptiveness to God's WordPSA 62:10MAT 6:25LUK 8:15JHN 15:81CO 3:12CO 13:5GAL 5:22GAL 6:4HEB 5:12JAS 1:22Chuck Smith emphasizes the parable of the sower in Luke 8:15, illustrating how the Word of God is received by different types of hearts represented by four soils. He describes the disinterested heart, the shallow heart, the distracted heart, and the fruitful heart, urging listeners to examine their own receptiveness to God's message. Smith warns against the distractions of life, such as cares, riches, and pleasures, which can choke spiritual growth. He encourages believers to strive for a fruitful life by genuinely engaging with the Word and allowing it to transform their hearts. Ultimately, he calls for self-examination and a sincere pursuit of God to bear fruit in their lives.
The Criteria of Livingness - Reproduction
By T. Austin-Sparks0The Danger of ExclusivismReproduction in FaithGEN 1:28MAT 28:19JHN 15:8T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the law of reproduction as essential evidence of life, highlighting that God's command to 'be fruitful and multiply' reflects the organic relatedness of life. He warns against exclusivism, which leads to death and disintegration, and stresses that true livingness involves transmitting life to others rather than hoarding it. The sermon illustrates the importance of being a vessel for God's blessings to the nations, contrasting the barren fig tree with the fruitful vine. Sparks calls for a spirit of sacrifice and travail in reproduction, urging Christians to focus on what they can give to the world rather than becoming self-centered. Ultimately, the vitality of any Christian community is measured by its ability to produce life beyond itself.
Herein Is My Father Glorified
By A.B. Simpson0Divine StrengthGlorifying GodISA 60:1MAT 5:16JHN 15:8ROM 8:372CO 4:7EPH 3:20PHP 4:13COL 3:172TI 1:71PE 2:9A.B. Simpson emphasizes that the true way to glorify God is by allowing His glory to shine through us as empty vessels, reflecting His grace and power. He illustrates that just as the sun is glorified when it shines through a crystal window, we too glorify God when we triumph through His strength in our weaknesses. The transformation of a weak spirit into one of purity and power, and a mind guided by divine wisdom to achieve great results, brings glory to God. Simpson calls for believers to seek to glorify God in all their actions and to adorn His doctrine through their lives.
That You May Bear Much Fruit
By Andrew Murray0Abiding in ChristSpiritual FruitfulnessJHN 15:5JHN 15:8GAL 5:22Andrew Murray emphasizes the vital connection between believers and Christ, illustrating that just as a branch must abide in the vine to bear fruit, so too must Christians remain in Christ to produce spiritual fruit that nourishes others. He explains that this fruit is not for the believer's own benefit but for the glory of God and the blessing of others, highlighting the importance of love and compassion in the believer's life. Murray encourages believers to embrace their weaknesses, recognizing that it is through Christ's strength that they can achieve their calling to serve and bless others. He concludes with a call to action, urging believers to work diligently while remaining rooted in Christ, ensuring that their efforts are empowered by His Spirit. The ultimate joy of a believer lies in being a fruitful branch, fully surrendered to Christ's purpose.
Modern Hostility to Revivals
By Horatius Bonar0RevivalSpiritual TransformationMAT 7:16JHN 15:8GAL 5:22Horatius Bonar addresses the modern world's hostility towards revivals, arguing that the criticism stems from a misunderstanding and unfair representation of the movement. He highlights the inconsistency of secular society, which condemns religious fervor while celebrating similar emotions in entertainment and politics. Bonar asserts that true revivals lead to positive societal changes, transforming individuals into better citizens and fostering moral improvement. He challenges the critics to recognize the fruits of revival, which align with God's work, and emphasizes that the genuine nature of these movements cannot be undermined by ridicule or misrepresentation.
The Father Glorified
By Andrew Murray0Bearing FruitGlorifying GodMAT 5:16JHN 15:5JHN 15:8ROM 15:62CO 9:8GAL 5:22EPH 2:10PHP 4:13COL 1:101PE 4:11Andrew Murray emphasizes that we glorify God not by adding to His glory, but by allowing His glory to shine through us by bearing much fruit. He explains that just as a vineyard owner is glorified by the fruit of his vines, the Father is glorified when we produce abundant fruit in our lives. Murray encourages believers to recognize that their ability to bear fruit comes solely from God, and that little fruit robs God of the glory He deserves. He urges Christians to abide in Christ, rely on His strength, and take on the burden of the lost, as this is how we can truly glorify the Father. The call to bear much fruit is both a challenge and a promise, as it leads to the manifestation of God's goodness and power in our lives.
True Disciples
By Andrew Murray0FruitfulnessDiscipleshipJHN 15:8GAL 5:22Andrew Murray emphasizes that true disciples of Christ are those who bear much fruit, distinguishing them from those who may be disciples in a less mature state. He explains that many Christians focus primarily on personal safety rather than on serving and bearing fruit for God's kingdom. Murray urges believers to strive for a deeper relationship with Christ, recognizing their identity as branches of the true Vine, and to seek abundant fruitfulness in their lives. He calls for a commitment to live wholly for the Lord, reflecting on the importance of being filled with the Spirit and engaging in service. Ultimately, he encourages believers to desire perfect cleansing and unbroken communion with God to fulfill their calling as true disciples.
The Personal Relationships and Indwelling of the Spirit
By C.I. Scofield0LUK 24:49JHN 14:16JHN 15:8JHN 20:221CO 2:14GAL 5:16GAL 5:22EPH 3:16C.I. Scofield preaches on the importance of the Holy Spirit in the believer's life, emphasizing that the Spirit is not to be the sole focus but to point us to exalt and magnify the Lord Jesus Christ. He delves into the personal relationships of the Holy Spirit, highlighting the Spirit's presence with, in, and upon believers. Scofield explains the progression of the Spirit's relationships with believers, from being with them to being in them and upon them. He clarifies the distinction between the Spirit's indwelling and baptizing work, emphasizing the need for believers to walk in yieldedness to the Spirit for victory over the flesh, discernment of truth, and renewal of the spiritual life.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Herein is my Father glorified - Or, honored. It is the honor of the husbandman to have good, strong, vigorous vines, plentifully laden with fruit: so it is the honor of God to have strong, vigorous, holy children, entirely freed from sin, and perfectly filled with his love.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
glorified that ye bear much fruit--not only from His delight in it for its own sake, but as from "the juices of the Living Vine." so shall ye be my disciples--evidence your discipleship.
John Gill Bible Commentary
As the Father hath loved me,.... As his own Son, and as Mediator, from everlasting; and in time, in his state of humiliation, throughout the course of his obedience, and under all his sufferings; which he testified more than once by a voice from heaven; which he showed by concealing nothing from him as Mediator, by giving all things into his hands, by showing him all that he himself did, by appointing him the Saviour of the body, and making him the head of the church, by exalting him at his right hand, and ordaining him to be judge of quick and dead. So have I loved you: Christ loves his as his spouse and bride, as his dear children, as members of his body, as branches in him the vine, as believers in him, and followers of him; which he has shown by espousing both their persons and cause, by assuming their nature, by suffering and dying in their room and stead, and making all suitable provision for them, both for time and eternity. And there is a likeness between the Father's love to him, and his love to his disciples and followers: as his Father loved him from everlasting, so did he love them; as his Father loved him with a love of complacency and delight, so did he, and so does he love them; and as his Father loved him with a special and peculiar affection, with an unchangeable, invariable, constant love, which will last for ever, in like manner does Christ love his people; and with this he enforces the following exhortation. Continue ye in my love: meaning either in his love to them, which, as he always continues in it without any variableness or shadow of turning, so he would have them continue in believing their interest in it, prizing and valuing it, in imitating and remembering it; or else in their love to him, to his person, to his people, to his Gospel, to his ordinances, ways, and worship, which he knew was liable to wax cold, though it could not be lost.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
15:8 True disciples will experience a transformed, fruit-bearing life because they live in a relationship of love with both Jesus and the Father (15:9-10).