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See other Bible Study Articles Title: Digging Deeper into Scripture: John 14:1–14
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Concordia Publishing House
URL Source: https://blog.cph.org/study/digging- ... er-into-scripture-john-14-1-14
Published: May 3, 2023
Author: Phil Rigdon
Post Date: 2023-05-03 20:11:38 by Charles_Byrd
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Having just passed my fiftieth birthday, I am well into adulthood. I noticed several years ago that I not only look but also behave like my father. My hands are an excellent example. The shape of my fingers resembles his, as do my fingernails and wrinkles. Even more interesting is that when driving, I place my hands on the steering wheel in the same places he did. This happened naturally since he was deceased before I learned to drive. There are a myriad of other examples in both appearance and behavior. The point is that beyond my birth certificate, there is evidence that I am my father’s son. Jesus’ connection to the Father is of paramount importance in the Gospel reading. Convincing His disciples of this connection is one of our Savior’s goals in John 14:1– 14. The other is that although He is leaving, He will return. And what is more, He will not leave them alone. In the chapters leading up to the Gospel reading, Jesus has entered Jerusalem, predicted His death, washed the feet of the disciples, predicted the betrayal of Judas and the denial of Peter, and given the disciples His command to love one another. Now He speaks words of comfort. Click for Full Text! Post Comment Private Reply Ignore Thread
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