Story #1: A short-sighted faith (v. 31 - 34)
Story #2. A far-sighted faith (v. 35 - 43)
2a. He saw Jesus as the messiah (v. 38)
2b. He saw his greater need (v. 39 - 40a)
2c. He saw Jesus’ power (v. 41 - 43)
Story #1: A short-sighted faith (v. 31 - 34)
Story #2. A far-sighted faith (v. 35 - 43)
2a. He saw Jesus as the messiah (v. 38)
2b. He saw his greater need (v. 39 - 40a)
2c. He saw Jesus’ power (v. 41 - 43)
Disciples of Jesus:
Pay careful attention to their own lives
Are committed to the holiness of the church
Live by faith
Do their duty
The Kingdom of Heaven is a Feast for the Humble.
Humble people can accept the free invitation of the master of the feast. Proud people cannot.
Humble people eagerly await the day the feast will come. Proud people do not.
Humble people can celebrate the commonness of the feast. Proud people cannot.
Pursue the narrow door
Proximity doesn’t save you
Proclaim to the city
John 7:35-39 (due to technical difficulties, the first 3 minute were not recorded)
The compassion of Jesus
A correction by Jesus
The kingdom of Jesus
In Jesus Gods Judgement has come…
- It is divisive (v49-53)
- It is upon us (v54-56)
- It requires a response now (v57-59)
- The response is repentance (13:1-5)
- Whilst there is still time (v6-9)
Be ready like waiting servants
Be ready like watchful homeowners
Be ready like wise stewards