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)
As the number of non-Jewish believers in Jesus began to overwhelm the original Jewish Christians, some wanted to make it harder for non-Jews to...
After relating terrible events that must happen before Christ’s coming, this text leaves believers with a simple message – Stand Firm!
To be ready for Jesus’ coming, we need to be doing what he has already told us to do.