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Released From the Law, Bound to Christ (Rom. 7:1-6)
It is one thing for a believer to understand that their identification with Jesus Christ means that he/she died to sin (Rom. 6:2) and to count or reckon that to be true (Rom. 6:11). However, it is something else for the believer to deal with the sin nature that remains within and its efforts to…
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“Jesus Talks with a Samaritan Woman” (John. 4:1-26)
By T. W. Parker The popularity of Christ was increasing to the extent that the Pharisees became alarmed. Therefore, to avoid a confrontation, Jesus traveled north, returning to Galilee, where He met a Samaritan woman. Also, two contrasting conversations must be mentioned from (John. 4&5). Further, these two conversions share some similarities, especially early on,…
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“John Testifies Again About Jesus” (John. 3:22-36)
By T. W. Parker In John 3:22-24, we see that the ministries of John the Baptist and Jesus briefly overlapped. During this time, the Judean countryside was likely vibrant with the teachings of both influential preachers who focused on repentance and the Kingdom of God. Both John and Jesus had disciples, attracted large crowds, and…
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“Jesus Teaches Nicodemus” (John. 3:1-21)
By T. W. Parker This chapter presents two distinct incidents: the conversation with Nicodemus and John the Baptist’s final testimony. The discussion with Nicodemus is particularly significant as it introduces the concept of the new birth (John 3:1). Nicodemus embodies the pinnacle of Jewish society; he was a teacher (verse 10), a Pharisee, and a…
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“Jesus Clears The Temple Courts” (John. 2:13-25)
By T. W. Parker The Law mandated that every male Jew aged twelve and older attend the Passover. Jesus journeyed to Jerusalem, the political and religious capital of Israel. Regardless of the direction they were traveling from, Jews often referred to their pilgrimage as “going up to Jerusalem” due to its geographical elevation. Upon arriving,…
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“Jesus Changes Water into Wine” (John. 2:1-12)
By T. W. Parker Little is known about how weddings were conducted in the Holy Land during the first century, but they were undoubtedly significant events that could last up to a week. Additionally, failing to provide proper hospitality was considered a serious offense. This particular event is mentioned only in the Gospel of John,…
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“Jesus Calls Phillip and Nathanael” (John. 1:43-51)
By T. W. Parker (John. 1:43-44). This marks the conclusion of the fourth consecutive day discussed in Chapter 1. Christ takes the initiative to find Philip and commands him to follow Him. Although the first disciples hailed from Galilee, Jesus called them while they were in Judea, where they were with John the Baptist. On…
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“John’s Disciples Follow Jesus” (John. 1:35-42)
By T. W. Parker In the latter portion of this chapter, Jesus is revealed to certain disciples. These verses are the transition between the ministry of John the Baptist and the ministry of Christ. John the Baptist is with two of his disciples, Andrew and John the author, and after pointing to the Lamb of…
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“John Testifies About Jesus” (1:29–34)
T. W. Parker (John. 1:29). The phrase “Lamb of God” is a distinctive expression found in the Bible only here and in verse 36. This uniqueness highlights the profound significance of Jesus’ mission, which is unlike any other. Various interpretations have been suggested regarding which “lamb” John refers to—whether it be the Passover lamb, the…
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“John the Baptist Denies Being the Mesiah” (1:19-28)
T. W. Parker The air in first-century Palestine was thick with anticipation, filled with Messianic expectations. Some even speculated whether John could be the long-awaited Messiah: (John. 1:19). Here, the Jewish leaders, recognizing the gravity of the situation, send the respected priests and Levites, descendants of the tribe of Levi, who were assigned to specific…
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The Word Became Flesh: (John. 1:1-18)
By T. W. Parker The prologue in John’s Gospel serves as a pivotal introduction, drawing the reader into the narrative and laying the groundwork for the exploration of major themes and thematic words such as life, witness, world, children, glory, and truth. It also provides a concise summary of how the Word became a human…
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The Gospel of John (Characteristics’ and Themes)
By T. W. Parker Enriching perspective: John’s Gospel, by presenting the same story from a unique angle, adds a stereoscopic depth to the picture of Jesus. This distinct perspective, not found in the Synoptic Gospels, is sure to intrigue and engage theologians, students of theology, and individuals interested in biblical studies. The Son of God:…
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