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John 14

31 verses

TL;DR

Jesus comforts his disciples, explains his relationship with the Father, and promises the Holy Spirit, urging faith and obedience.

Summary

In this chapter Jesus begins by soothing his disciples’ anxieties, telling them not to be troubled. He speaks of many mansions in the Father’s house and the promise that he will go and prepare a place for them. He emphasizes that he is the way, truth, and life, and that no one comes to the Father except through him. Jesus clarifies his unity with the Father and encourages belief in his words and works. He announces that whatever is asked in his name will be done, and that love for him is shown by keeping his commandments. He promises another Comforter—the Holy Ghost—to stay with the disciples forever. He offers his peace, distinct from the world’s, and reminds them that he will return. He encourages them to rejoice in his departure, stressing his love for the Father and the promise of future revelation.

Outline
  1. Jesus offers comfort and speaks of a prepared place in the Father's house.
  2. He defines himself as the way to the Father and emphasizes belief in him and his works.
  3. He promises the Holy Spirit, gives instructions on love and obedience, and foretells his return.
Themes
Faith and assurance in Christ’s promiseThe intimate relationship between Jesus and the FatherThe role of the Holy Spirit as Comforter and teacher
Keywords
faithlovecommandmentsJesusFatherHoly Spiritpeaceworkswaytruth
People
JesusThomasPhilipJudas Iscariot
Places
Father's house
Things
many mansionsthe way, truth, and lifethe Comforter (Holy Ghost)peacecommandmentsworks
Key Verses
  • John 14:1: Jesus’ reassurance that followers need not be troubled.
  • John 14:6: Jesus declares himself as the exclusive way to the Father.
  • John 14:17: Promise of the Holy Spirit as a Comforter who will remain with believers.
  • John 14:27: Jesus offers his peace, distinct from worldly peace.
Questions
  • What does it mean that Jesus is the 'way' to the Father?
  • How does the promise of the Holy Spirit affect Christian practice?
  • In what ways should believers show their love for Jesus by keeping his commandments?
  • What is the significance of Jesus offering a different kind of peace than the world?
  • How can we experience the comfort promised by the Comforter?
Sentiment

positive
The chapter contains comforting and encouraging language.