2. The Gospel of John The Life of Jesus as recorded by John The Life of Jesus as recorded by John Jesus, at a dinner Jesus, at a dinner Week 14, November 5, 2014 Week 14, November 5, 2014 GeneLA@comcast.net GeneLA@comcast.net

3. John 11:53-57: “Then, from that day on, they plotted to put Him to death. Therefore Jesus no longer walked openly among the Jews, but went from there into the country near the wilderness, to a city called Ephraim, and there remained with His disciples.” John 11:53-57: “Then, from that day on, they plotted to put Him to death. Therefore Jesus no longer walked openly among the Jews, but went from there into the country near the wilderness, to a city called Ephraim, and there remained with His disciples.” Ephraim was in mountainous land north of Jerusalem Ephraim was in mountainous land north of Jerusalem “And the Passover of the Jews was near, and many went from the country up to Jerusalem before the Passover, to purify themselves.” “And the Passover of the Jews was near, and many went from the country up to Jerusalem before the Passover, to purify themselves.” Rabbis: “Every man is bound to purify himself before the Feast” Rabbis: “Every man is bound to purify himself before the Feast” The Gospel of John

4. John 11:53-57: “Then they sought Jesus, and spoke among themselves as they stood in the temple, “What do you think— that He will not come to the feast?” Now both the chief priests and the Pharisees had given a command, that if anyone knew where He was, he should report it, that they might seize Him.” John 11:53-57: “Then they sought Jesus, and spoke among themselves as they stood in the temple, “What do you think— that He will not come to the feast?” Now both the chief priests and the Pharisees had given a command, that if anyone knew where He was, he should report it, that they might seize Him.” Jesus has been classed as an outlaw by the Jewish rulers. Jesus has been classed as an outlaw by the Jewish rulers. The Gospel of John

5. John 12:1-8: “Then, six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, where Lazarus was who had been dead, whom He had raised from the dead. There they made Him a supper; and Martha served, but Lazarus was one of those who sat at the table with Him. Then Mary took a pound of very costly oil of spikenard, anointed the feet of Jesus, and wiped His feet with her hair. And the house was filled with the fragrance of the oil.” John 12:1-8: “Then, six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, where Lazarus was who had been dead, whom He had raised from the dead. There they made Him a supper; and Martha served, but Lazarus was one of those who sat at the table with Him. Then Mary took a pound of very costly oil of spikenard, anointed the feet of Jesus, and wiped His feet with her hair. And the house was filled with the fragrance of the oil.” Picture John remembering the fragrance of the oil. An eyewitness. Picture John remembering the fragrance of the oil. An eyewitness. We also really do not know what “spikenard” was. Some sort of plant used to make a perfume. We also really do not know what “spikenard” was. Some sort of plant used to make a perfume. The Gospel of John

6. John 12:1-8: “But one of His disciples, Judas Iscariot, Simon’s son, who would betray Him, said, “Why was this fragrant oil not sold for three hundred denarii and given to the poor?” This he said, not that he cared for the poor, but because he was a thief, and had the money box; and he used to take what was put in it.” John 12:1-8: “But one of His disciples, Judas Iscariot, Simon’s son, who would betray Him, said, “Why was this fragrant oil not sold for three hundred denarii and given to the poor?” This he said, not that he cared for the poor, but because he was a thief, and had the money box; and he used to take what was put in it.” John speaking from 60+ years later. John speaking from 60+ years later. “But Jesus said, “Leave her alone; she has kept this for the day of My burial. For the poor you have with you always, but Me you do not have always.” “But Jesus said, “Leave her alone; she has kept this for the day of My burial. For the poor you have with you always, but Me you do not have always.” The Gospel of John

7. John 12:9-11: “Now a great many of the Jews knew that He was there; and they came, not for Jesus’ sake only, but that they might also see Lazarus, whom He had raised from the dead. But the chief priests plotted to put Lazarus to death also, because on account of him many of the Jews went away and believed in Jesus.” John 12:9-11: “Now a great many of the Jews knew that He was there; and they came, not for Jesus’ sake only, but that they might also see Lazarus, whom He had raised from the dead. But the chief priests plotted to put Lazarus to death also, because on account of him many of the Jews went away and believed in Jesus.” “On account of him” - Lazarus. “On account of him” - Lazarus. A living witness of Jesus’ power. A living witness of Jesus’ power. His resurrection served several purposes. His resurrection served several purposes. Jesus’ power Jesus’ power Jesus’ dedication to God’s glory Jesus’ dedication to God’s glory Lazarus’ ability to be a witness for what God had done for him. Lazarus’ ability to be a witness for what God had done for him. Same should be true for us. Same should be true for us. Note: To this day Bethany is known as Azariyeh, which is derived from the name Lazarus. Note: To this day Bethany is known as Azariyeh, which is derived from the name Lazarus. The Gospel of John

8. John 12:12-16: “The next day a great multitude that had come to the feast, when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, took branches of palm trees and went out to meet Him, and cried out: ‘Hosanna! “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the LORD!” The King of Israel!’ ” John 12:12-16: “The next day a great multitude that had come to the feast, when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, took branches of palm trees and went out to meet Him, and cried out: ‘Hosanna! “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the LORD!” The King of Israel!’ ” Census of Passover - 256,500 lambs slain. About 2.5 million people attending the feast. How many here? Census of Passover - 256,500 lambs slain. About 2.5 million people attending the feast. How many here? Hosanna is the word for “Save now” Hosanna is the word for “Save now” They quote Psalm 118:25,26 They quote Psalm 118:25,26 These branches of palm trees were used in feasts for the procession to the temple. Rather than take them to the temple, they make a carpet for Jesus’ entry. These branches of palm trees were used in feasts for the procession to the temple. Rather than take them to the temple, they make a carpet for Jesus’ entry. Yet, most of this crowd were within a week of shouting for Jesus’ death. Yet, most of this crowd were within a week of shouting for Jesus’ death. The Gospel of John

9. John 12:14-19: “…Then Jesus, when He had found a young donkey, sat on it; as it is written: “Fear not, daughter of Zion; Behold, your King is coming, sitting on a donkey’s colt.” Quote of Zechariah 9:9 John 12:14-19: “…Then Jesus, when He had found a young donkey, sat on it; as it is written: “Fear not, daughter of Zion; Behold, your King is coming, sitting on a donkey’s colt.” Quote of Zechariah 9:9 “His disciples did not understand these things at first; but when Jesus was glorified, then they remembered that these things were written about Him and that they had done these things to Him.” “His disciples did not understand these things at first; but when Jesus was glorified, then they remembered that these things were written about Him and that they had done these things to Him.” John is again writing some 60 years later. John is again writing some 60 years later. The disciples missed a great deal of things at the time. The disciples missed a great deal of things at the time. The Gospel of John

10. John 12:14-19: John 12:14-19: Note that rather than entering Jerusalem quietly given the “outlaw” status the leaders had put upon Him, Jesus enters in a way that calls as much attention to Himself as possible. Note that rather than entering Jerusalem quietly given the “outlaw” status the leaders had put upon Him, Jesus enters in a way that calls as much attention to Himself as possible. The words He had to say were for everyone to hear. The words He had to say were for everyone to hear. “Therefore the people, who were with Him when He called Lazarus out of his tomb and raised him from the dead, bore witness. For this reason the people also met Him, because they heard that He had done this sign. The Pharisees therefore said among themselves, “You see that you are accomplishing nothing. Look, the world has gone after Him!” “Therefore the people, who were with Him when He called Lazarus out of his tomb and raised him from the dead, bore witness. For this reason the people also met Him, because they heard that He had done this sign. The Pharisees therefore said among themselves, “You see that you are accomplishing nothing. Look, the world has gone after Him!” The Gospel of John

11. John 12:20-26: “Now there were certain Greeks among those who came up to worship at the feast. Then they came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida of Galilee, and asked him, saying, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” John 12:20-26: “Now there were certain Greeks among those who came up to worship at the feast. Then they came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida of Galilee, and asked him, saying, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” Why Philip? Perhaps because Philip was a Greek name. Why Philip? Perhaps because Philip was a Greek name. “Philip came and told Andrew, and in turn Andrew and Philip told Jesus.” “Philip came and told Andrew, and in turn Andrew and Philip told Jesus.” Was Philip shy? Was he unsure of what to do? Not Andrew! He seems to know that no one is ever a nuisance to Jesus. Was Philip shy? Was he unsure of what to do? Not Andrew! He seems to know that no one is ever a nuisance to Jesus. We need more Philips AND Andrews. We need more Philips AND Andrews. The Gospel of John

12. John 12:20-26: “But Jesus answered them, saying, “The hour has come that the Son of Man should be glorified. Most assuredly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain. He who loves his life will lose it, and he who hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life. If anyone serves Me, let him follow Me; and where I am, there My servant will be also. If anyone serves Me, him My Father will honor.” John 12:20-26: “But Jesus answered them, saying, “The hour has come that the Son of Man should be glorified. Most assuredly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain. He who loves his life will lose it, and he who hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life. If anyone serves Me, let him follow Me; and where I am, there My servant will be also. If anyone serves Me, him My Father will honor.” The eternal paradox. The eternal paradox. Want to save your life? Give it up. Want to save your life? Give it up. Want to live forever? Die to self. Want to live forever? Die to self. The Gospel of John

13. John 12:27-36: “Now My soul is troubled, and what shall I say? ‘Father, save Me from this hour’? But for this purpose I came to this hour. Father, glorify Your name.” John 12:27-36: “Now My soul is troubled, and what shall I say? ‘Father, save Me from this hour’? But for this purpose I came to this hour. Father, glorify Your name.” “Then a voice came from heaven, saying, “I have both glorified it and will glorify it again.” “Then a voice came from heaven, saying, “I have both glorified it and will glorify it again.” “Therefore the people who stood by and heard it said that it had thundered. Others said, “An angel has spoken to Him.” “Therefore the people who stood by and heard it said that it had thundered. Others said, “An angel has spoken to Him.” “Jesus answered and said, “This voice did not come because of Me, but for your sake. Now is the judgment of this world; now the ruler of this world will be cast out. And I, if I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all peoples to Myself.” This He said, signifying by what death He would die.” “Jesus answered and said, “This voice did not come because of Me, but for your sake. Now is the judgment of this world; now the ruler of this world will be cast out. And I, if I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all peoples to Myself.” This He said, signifying by what death He would die.” The Gospel of John

14. John 12:27-36: “The people answered Him, “We have heard from the law that the Christ remains forever; and how can You say, ‘The Son of Man must be lifted up’? Who is this Son of Man?” John 12:27-36: “The people answered Him, “We have heard from the law that the Christ remains forever; and how can You say, ‘The Son of Man must be lifted up’? Who is this Son of Man?” The people understood this “lifting up” to mean Jesus’ death. They saw people crucified much too often. The people understood this “lifting up” to mean Jesus’ death. They saw people crucified much too often. The Jews connected the Son of Man to an everlasting kingdom, yet here Jesus was claiming to be the Son of Man yet saying He would soon be dead. It did not come together in their minds. The Jews connected the Son of Man to an everlasting kingdom, yet here Jesus was claiming to be the Son of Man yet saying He would soon be dead. It did not come together in their minds. “Then Jesus said to them, “A little while longer the light is with you. Walk while you have the light, lest darkness overtake you; he who walks in darkness does not know where he is going. While you have the light, believe in the light, that you may become sons of light.” These things Jesus spoke, and departed, and was hidden from them.” “Then Jesus said to them, “A little while longer the light is with you. Walk while you have the light, lest darkness overtake you; he who walks in darkness does not know where he is going. While you have the light, believe in the light, that you may become sons of light.” These things Jesus spoke, and departed, and was hidden from them.” The Gospel of John

15. John 12:37-43: “But although He had done so many signs before them, they did not believe in Him, that the word of Isaiah the prophet might be fulfilled, which he spoke:” John 12:37-43: “But although He had done so many signs before them, they did not believe in Him, that the word of Isaiah the prophet might be fulfilled, which he spoke:” “Lord, who has believed our report? And to whom has the arm of the LORD been revealed?” - Isaiah 53:1 “Lord, who has believed our report? And to whom has the arm of the LORD been revealed?” - Isaiah 53:1 “Therefore they could not believe, because Isaiah said again: ‘He has blinded their eyes and hardened their hearts, lest they should see with their eyes, lest they should understand with their hearts and turn, so that I should heal them.’ - Isaiah 6:10 “Therefore they could not believe, because Isaiah said again: ‘He has blinded their eyes and hardened their hearts, lest they should see with their eyes, lest they should understand with their hearts and turn, so that I should heal them.’ - Isaiah 6:10 Note: It really is not because God did not want to save these people. Note: It really is not because God did not want to save these people. Their eyes were blinded and hearts hardened because they were not open to God’s message. God’s message collided with their previous conclusions which they were unwilling to abandon. Their eyes were blinded and hearts hardened because they were not open to God’s message. God’s message collided with their previous conclusions which they were unwilling to abandon. The Gospel of John

16. John 12:37-43: “These things Isaiah said when he saw His glory and spoke of Him.” John 12:37-43: “These things Isaiah said when he saw His glory and spoke of Him.” 700+ years earlier. 700+ years earlier. “Nevertheless even among the rulers many believed in Him, but because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him, lest they should be put out of the synagogue; for they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.” “Nevertheless even among the rulers many believed in Him, but because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him, lest they should be put out of the synagogue; for they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.” They believed, but did not believe. They believed, but did not believe. Do we suffer from the same problem at times? Do we suffer from the same problem at times? The Gospel of John

17. John 12:44-50: “Then Jesus cried out and said, “He who believes in Me, believes not in Me but in Him who sent Me. And he who sees Me sees Him who sent Me. I have come as a light into the world, that whoever believes in Me should not abide in darkness.” John 12:44-50: “Then Jesus cried out and said, “He who believes in Me, believes not in Me but in Him who sent Me. And he who sees Me sees Him who sent Me. I have come as a light into the world, that whoever believes in Me should not abide in darkness.” If we have believed, we can no longer be in darkness. If we have believed, we can no longer be in darkness. “And if anyone hears My words and does not believe, I do not judge him; for I did not come to judge the world but to save the world. He who rejects Me, and does not receive My words, has that which judges him—the word that I have spoken will judge him in the last day. For I have not spoken on My own authority; but the Father who sent Me gave Me a command, what I should say and what I should speak. And I know that His command is everlasting life. Therefore, whatever I speak, just as the Father has told Me, so I speak.” “And if anyone hears My words and does not believe, I do not judge him; for I did not come to judge the world but to save the world. He who rejects Me, and does not receive My words, has that which judges him—the word that I have spoken will judge him in the last day. For I have not spoken on My own authority; but the Father who sent Me gave Me a command, what I should say and what I should speak. And I know that His command is everlasting life. Therefore, whatever I speak, just as the Father has told Me, so I speak.” These words were the last public teaching of Jesus These words were the last public teaching of Jesus Jesus, the perfect servant. Jesus, the perfect servant. The Gospel of John

18. John 12:44-50: …These words were the last public teaching of Jesus… John 12:44-50: …These words were the last public teaching of Jesus… Whoever believes in Me should not abide in darkness Whoever believes in Me should not abide in darkness I have not spoken on My own authority I have not spoken on My own authority I know that His command is everlasting life I know that His command is everlasting life Jesus, the perfect servant. Jesus, the perfect servant. The Gospel of John