Posts by Yong Joo Park:
What does the 1st Chapter of Genesis teach us?
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Trust God
John 14:1-3 As shown in the previous chapters, the departure of Jesus was near (John 12:35, John 13:33). John 14 begins with a strong prohibition, a negative imperative whichcarries the meaning of “Do not let your hearts be overcome with turmoil” or perhaps, more colloquially, “Don’t allow yourself to be intimidated by the situation.” This statement is immediately followed by a call to evidence (= make evident) confidence through the double use of “trust”. [1] Jesus knew that his little band could and would be shaken not only by his words concerning his departure but also by the fact that he would soon become the crucified Lamb. Accordingly, he called for them to place their “trust” not in the power evident in the world but in God and in himself. This direct linkage between God and Jesus has been a fundamental assertion of John, since he identified the Word with God (John 1:1–2) and later Jesus with the Father (John 5:17–30). [1] See v2. The reason the disciples should be able to evidence trust is because Jesus was going to provide preparation for them. That preparation is outlined in the metaphor of the “Father’s house”, which undoubtedly refers to the domain of God. That domain is described as being subdivided into many mansions. [1] See v3. Clearly the details of the place are not mentioned, but the idea that Christians will dwell with their Lord is extremely significant. [1] References [1] Borchert, G. L. (2002). John 12–21 (Vol. 25B, p. 103). Nashville: Broadman & Holman Publishers.
Jesus Predicts Peter’s Denial
John 13:31–38 This paragraph is considered as the 1st unit of farewell speeches as Jesus’ departure was coming closer. Verses 31–38 are a kind of summation to the introduction of the Farewell Cycle, which is in four parts: (1) the glorification of Jesus (John 13:31–32), (2) the shortness of the time and the impossibility of […]
Jesus Predicts His Betrayal
John 13:18 – 30 (English Standard Version) 18 I am not speaking of all of you; I know whom I have chosen. But the Scripture will be fulfilled, ‘He who ate my bread has lifted his heel against me.’ 19 I am telling you this now, before it takes place, that when it does take place you […]
Jesus Washes His Disciples’ Feet
John 13:1 – 17 See v1a. It was just before the Passover Festival. This Passover Festival was when Jesus would be sacrificed as the Lamb of God. What is the name of the Festival “Passover” originated from? When Moses asked Pharaoh to release Israelite in Slavery, he kept refusing. For every refusal, God punished him by sending a […]
Jesus who came to save the world
John 12:37 – 50 They showed persistent unbelief despite of so many signs performed by Jesus (37). V38 says this was the fulfilment of the word of Isaiah 53:1. “Lord, who has believed our message and to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?” Isaiah says the reason of their unbelief in Isaiah […]
The Truth of a Kernel of Wheat
John 12:20 – 36 Greeks would like to see Jesus (20, 21). Greeks were people pursuing wisdom while Romans were pursuing power. At this point of time of their visit, Jesus declared “The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified.” (23). ‘Son of Man’ is the term that has been used […]
Hosanna, the Savior of the World!
John 12:12-19 Due to the festival of the Passover, the great crowd was in Jerusalem (12). They took palm branches and went out to meet Jesus. Palms were used as symbols of welcome for Jewish heroes returning from battle [1]. They Shouted Hosanna!” which means “Save!” or “Save us now!” They welcomed Him as […]
Love expressed toward the Christ
John 12:1-8 Passover (1a) is one of the greatest festivals, commemorating God’s salvation from slavery in Egypt. When Pharaoh disobeyed God’s command to release the Israelites from the slavery, God sent plagues to Egypt until the Pharaoh surrendered. The last plague, that is, the 10th plague was the slaughter of the first-born. The Israelites were […]
