Jesus concluded his final discourse with his disciples before his death in John 16:12-33. He developed previous lessons and added that they would have temporary sorrow that would change into lasting joy. In spite of our suffering in this world, Christians can have joy, peace, and courage, because Jesus has overcome the world.
Jesus announced that the hour had come for him to be glorified, but his glorification would begin with a cross.
In response to King Saul’s second major error and his excuse, Samuel famously declared that to obey is better than sacrifice.
In his sermon to the synagogue in Antioch, Paul emphasized that Jesus is the fulfillment of all of Old Testament history and prophecy.
