In John 12:27-50, we have Jesus' final appeal to the world before spending his final days focused on his disciples. After explaining the meaning of his death, he also explained why so many did not believe in him. Then he summarized his teaching in his last words to the crowds, giving them one final opportunity to believe in him. (sermon notes)
The closing section of the first missionary journey of Paul and Barnabas moved from confusion to clarification to conflict to consolidation to celebration.
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