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Day 313, 9th November Bible Commentary

Posted on 7th November, 2024

Day 313,  9th November Bible Commentary With Dr. Toyin  Ojo Taken From The Book Of Acts Chapter 6, 7, 8:1.

STEPHEN THE MARTYR

You will agree with me that given the start and leadership of Peter in ministry, it appeared Peter would be the first Martyr but Stephen is! Read today's commentary of his great speech which the High Priest, Sanhedrin, and Teachers of law must have found an extreme expository message, but for the dramatic revelation of truths which their etching ears vehemently rejected! And that led to the barbaric judgment which they gave instantly!    

  • DIVERSITY AMONG THE JEWS (Hellenistic and Hebraic Jews) would cause crisis and division when the Hebraic Jews considered their widows neglected as supplies were distributed (Act 61) – this crisis was well managed.

    

ACTS 61-7   

GROWTH AND RESPONSIBILITY   

Growth and diversity were taking their toll on the disciples as many more believed ~  Jews of diverse cultures and orientations increased.  And, not ensuring distribution and equity of supplies could cause a rift; —the 12 would prioritize the ministry of prayer and the word therefore, they sought capable hands amongst them as agreed.   

STEPHEN PHILIP PROCORUS NICANORTIMONPARMENASNICOLA 

S   

Were the seven chosen (Acts 6:5).  And the Apostles prayed, laying hands on them  

(v.6)   

As their teachings progressed many more believe and became disciples  ‘and a large number of priests became obedient to the faith.’ (v.7).   

    

STEPHEN was distinct and manifested great grace and power with many supernatural signs and miracles evident in his ministry among the people. So did the opposition against him (see v.9-11).   

    

ACTS 612-15, 71-60    

AS THE FALSE ALLEGATIONS AGAINST STEPHEN THRIVED;   

He was brought before the High Priest, Sanhedrin, and teachers of the Law, as he was being cross-examined;   

    

HIS SPEECH; Starting with Abraham; his commission–(Acts 73, ref Gen 1513-14) – his journeys, the Abrahamic Promises and Covenant. The Covenant of circumcision, established with Abraham and Isaac on the 8th day.   

“And Abraham became the father of Isaac and circumcised him eight days after his birth. Later Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob became the father of the twelve patriarchs.” v.8.   

His speech went on to cover the patriarch’s hate for their brother Joseph whom they sold eventually into slavery - brought to Egypt — His divine favour with Pharaoh and many successes in Egypt,  which Jacob lived to enjoy when he relocated there (with 75 family members) during the famine in Canaan {see v.11-15}.  And was finally buried in Shechem.   

The hostility of a new Pharaoh King of Egypt who had no regard for history–Joseph’s impact and contributions; thus his killing of the descendants of Abraham.   

    

To the Birth of Moses (Acts 720/ Exodus 18), His miraculous escape of death, and life with the Princess (Pharoah’s daughter) been her adopted child.   

His wisdom and self-realization at 40 years of age (v.23-29) and his flight to Midian where he settled – also see Exodus 214   

His angelic encounters after 40 years in Midian. His burning bush experience – The divine encounter and his commission (Read 731-34, Exodus 35-8,10).   

    

ISRAEL’S DISOBEDIENCE; stiff-neckedness, the golden calf Idol [v.37,41, Deut 1815, Exodus 321]. God’s wrath and discipline as he proves that he is after the hearts of his people not their offerings/sacrifices (v.42-43; referencing Amos 525-27). The Tabernacle of the Covenant Law (v.44). Joshua and the entry into the Promise land. (v.45a-b).   

David’s love for God and his son Solomon whom God approved to build the temple (v.45c-47) –see Amos 525-27   

    

CHANGE OF DIVINE STRATEGY:    

Delving into the current positions of spiritual truths; Stephen stated plainly; that God’s focus is our hearts and not the magnificence of a building referencing Isaiah 661-2 in his speech–(Act 748-50).   

    

v.51-60 —CONCLUDING WITH A REPROOF which their etching ears rejected, he  was stoned to death❗️   

    

HEAVEN'S VISION   

  • Stephen saw a vision of Open Heaven as he concluded the speech which he spoke out: “But Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit, looked up to heaven and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing at the right hand of God. 'Look', he said, 'I see heaven open and the son of man standing at the right hand of God'.” v.55-56.

NIGHT:   

Theirs' (the religious leaders') was not a response but a reaction (kjv states that  "when they heard these things, they gnashed on him with their teeth" Acts 754 ).  Evaluating facts and truths sincerely enable genuine repentance. Let us pray for the body of Christ to stop reacting but respond that there might be healing and times of refreshing come from our Father in heaven.   

I pray that God enriches our ears, eyes, and hearts in Christ's name. Amen.    

 

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Day 312, 8th November Bible Commentary

Posted on 4th November, 2024

Day 312,  8th November Bible Commentary With Dr. Toyin  Ojo Taken From The Book Of Acts.

 

THE GATE CALLED BEAUTIFUL

As they continued teaching, they increased in number so did the miracles and supernatural encounters they had. •  A man 40 years old and crippled walks

(Acts 422).   

  • When Peter preached (Acts 312-26), about 2000 more believed and the number of the believers increased to 5000 (Acts 44).
  • Peter's shadows heals many (Acts 515).

   

ACT 31-10   

IT WAS AT THE HOUR OF PRAYER — 3PM   

"silver or gold I do not have, but what I have I give to you. In the name of Jesus  

Christ of Nazareth, walk." v.6   

A crippled beggar who was about forty years old (Acts 422), asked Peter and John for money (v.4) but they offered him something greater – Prayer in the name of Jesus of Nazareth and as Peter helped him up he received strength and began to walk  

(v.8).   

He was a well-known crippled beggar at a popular temple gate called beautiful.   

    

PETER CONFRONTS THE ISRAELITES AFTER THE MIRACLE BECAME NEWS;    

Peter seized the opportunity to confront the Israelites of their sins — "You murdered the Holy and Righteous One and asked that a murderer be released to you.  You killed the author of life but God raised him from the dead. We are witnesses of this. 

By faith in the name of Jesus, this man whom you see and know was made strong. It is Jesus’ name and the faith that comes through him that has completely healed him, as you all see.” v.14-16.   

  • From verse 16 we understand that christianity is not mere positive thinking!

   

PROGRESSING AND PROFESSING THEIR WITNESS OF THE   

RESSURECTION  —   

Paul called the Israelites to repentance, so that their “sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord” v.19.   

  • We must be relaxed as Christians goodness and mercy will come of their own accord to us, the heavens are monitoring all things.

    

He remains them that the birth and ministry of Jesus had been spoken by Moses and many Prophets (v.21,24) starting from Samuel. And the consequences of rejecting Christ stated (Acts 323, Referencing Deut 1815,18,19). He persuaded the people with the spoken covenants and ancient promises to his people; even the 21st Century residents of the earth who believe —  (Acts 3.26) quoting from Gen 2218, 264.   

    

ACTS 41-37   

PETER AND JOHN WERE PUT IN PRISON    

For the miracle and his message, they were put in prison. The Sanhedrin found no fault when they were tried except that they had a miracle in the name of Jesus!  They had to let them go for the city was rejoicing.   

Peter filled with the Holy Spirit, remained resolute and challenged their reasoning (Act 411-12). Quoting from Psalm 11822 Stated "Jesus is the stone you rejected, which has become the cornerstone." v.11.   

So did John (v.20).   

They were released after caution and threats (v.21).   

    

THE GROUP OF BELIEVERS PRAYED    

The power of unity in prayer was evident as the group of believers prayed Psalm 21,2 together to the Sovereign Lord (in Acts 424-26 ).   

Furthermore, they asked for increased boldness and more power evident through signs and wonders (v. 27-30). Heavens acknowledged their prayers – “After they  prayed, the place where they were meeting was shaken. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the word of God boldly.” v.31.   

    

THE CHRIST CULTUREEQUALITY, HONESTY, AND SHARING   

“All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of their possessions was their own, but they shared everything they had. With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And God’s grace was so powerfully at work in them all. That there were no needy persons among them. For from time to time those who owned land or houses sold them, brought the money from sales and put it at the apostle’s feet, and it was distributed to anyone who had need.”  v.32-35.   

  • Joseph Barnabas (mean son of encouragement) was mentioned – v.36.

ACTS 51-42   

BUT ANANIAS AND SAPPHIRA — A COUPLE CONSPIRED;   

They sold their asset (a land), kept a fraction of the money “but brought the rest and put it at the apostles’ feet” (v2).   

  • Peter confronted Ananias that he had lied to God – “…What made you think of doing such a thing? You have not lied just to human beings but to God.” (v.4). As Ananias heard that, he fell down immediately and died (v.5).   

His wife came in just after her husband (Ananias) had been taken out, she told the same lie unaware of what had happened to her husband. As Peter confronted her she had the same fate as her husband!   

“At that moment she fell down at his feet and died… Great fear seized the whole church and all who heard about these events.” (v.10-11 extracts).   

    

PETER’S SHADOW HEALS THE SICK —  Read this and many miracles, and wonders that the early apostles performed (v.12-16).   

“People brought the sick into the streets and laid them on beds and mats so that at least Peter’s shadow might fall on some of them as he passed by.” v.15 Their ministry attracted crowds from beyond Jerusalem.   

    

AN ANGEL OPENED THE PRISON DOORS  as jealous religious leaders and Sadducees had the apostles arrested and jailed.   

But at night an angel of the Lord opened the prison doors instructing them thus “Go,

stand in the temple courts, and tell the people all about this new life” (v.19-20

    

extracts.)

  

   

    

THIS ORDER WAS GIVEN - DON'T TEACH IN JESUS' NAME!     

The Sanhedrin summoned the disciples who were found in the temple teaching. But Peter and others reminded resolute (Read their full speech in v.29-31).   

The decision to execute them was been reached when GAMALIEL (a highly  respected member of the ruling council) INFLUENCED THEIR REASONING; that they might find themselves offending God.    

“Leave these men alone! Let them go! For if their purpose or activity is of human origin, it will fail. But if it is of God, you will not be able to stop these men; you will only find yourselves fighting against God.” v.38-39.   

  • We must trust God for this kind of intervention as Christians; because the world is increasingly opposed to Truth.

PERSUADED — They had the apostles flogged, with the order not to speak in the name of Jesus (v.40).   

The apostles counted it joy! They never stopped  (Read v.41-42).   

    

NIGHT:   

Does the Jesus culture in Acts 432-37, apply to your Church? Is it true of your Church?   

For the many Churches, this is untrue. The povertyphobic pandemic crippling the world of love, equality, justice, and sustainability has crept into the Church depriving it of the savour needed to heal the world.     

⁕Examine yourself, who in the body can you help?   

⁕Pray for your Church. If the gaps are big consider writing to your Church council even if it's an anonymous letter.    

⁕Pray for the body of Christ at large.   

 

© Oluwatoyin Emiola Ojo 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

 

 

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Day 311, 7th November Bible Commentary

Posted on 4th November, 2024

Day 311, 7th November Bible Commentary With Dr. Toyin  Ojo Taken From The Book Of Mark, Luke And Acts.

THE ASCENSION OF CHRIST   

The Book of Acts of the Apostles comes now in the record of Biblical History and it is a major part of today’s devotion and study – The Ascension; How, and the events immediately after.   

   

MARK 1619-20, LUKE 2450-53, ACTS 11-11   

These books (the passages above) give accounts of the literal experience of Christ ascending into heaven after his Great Commission of the disciples and the empowerment meeting.    

The presence of Jesus before his disciples in the environ of Bethany Judea ( Which is on the same axis with the River Jordan) defiled the laws of gravity as he “was taken up before their very eyes, and a cloud hid him from their sight. They were looking intensely up into the sky as he was going when suddenly two men dressed in white stood beside them. ‘Men of galilee’ they said ‘why do you stand here looking into the sky? This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven.’  ” Acts 19-11.   

  • While Jesus had spoken to them, he was taken up into heaven and he sat at the right hand of God.” Mk 1619,Lk 2451.

We understand now exactly how we expect Jesus’ return. (Read Bible Commentary Nov. 5, day 308, to see a possible different persuasion others may hold and why).   

    

ACTS 112-26   

PETER’S LEADERSHIP IN FULL FORCE   

It was a noble speech, without biases that they fill up the gap Judas Iscariot had left.     

The 11: ⁕Peter ⁕John ⁕James ⁕Andrew ⁕Philip ⁕Thomas ⁕Bartholomew

⁕Matthew ⁕James ⁕Simon Zealot ⁕Judas son of James were present. They congregate to prayer with women, Jesus’ mother, and his brothers (Acts 113-14).   

WITH ABOUT A TOTAL OF 120 BELIEVERS present, Peter:   

  • Gave a brief narration; a recap on Judas, his woes, and the field of Blood (Acts 116-19).
  • In steps with Christ, he had began referencing the old testament in his speech and spiritual declarations {(Act 120, Ps 6925, Ps 1098). “May his place be deserted… Let another take his place of leadership}.
  • Imitating Christ he addressed the believers as Brothers and Sisters (Acts 116).
  • He set criteria Act 121-22.
  • There were two nominees (Joseph Barsabbas aka Justus and Matthias) They pray (v.24-25) the lot fell on Matthias (v.26).

    

ACT 21-13   

THE PENTECOST EXPERIENCE — THIS IS THE PROMISE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT BEEN FULFILLED   

The signs include ⁕Windsv.2 ⁕Each in sitting position an indication of divine peace; God’s blessing will not distort/harass usv.2b ⁕Open Vision of Tonguesv.3 – supernaturally abiding on each of them - individually – unassisted ⁕ Each Speaking in other tonguesv.4 – (Speaking in other languages) Diversity.   

   

ACT 25-13     

PUBLIC CONFIRMATION   

“Now there were staying in Jerusalem God-fearing Jews from every nation under heaven. When they did hear this sound, it crowd came together in bewilderment, because each one had their own language being spoken,…. Aren't all these who are speaking Galileans? Then how is it that each of us hears them in our native language? …. we had them declaring the wonders of God in our own tongues! …They asked what does this mean?” (v.5-12 extracts).   

They interpreted what was spoken as the wonders of God -Testimony, and declarations of the supernatural acts of God, howbeit in an unknown tongue to the speaker.   

    

Yet some thought they had too much wine! (see v.13).   

    

ACT 214-41   

NO! THEY ARE NOT DRUNK   

PETER CORRECTS THE DOUBTING CROWD:   

His was a warning ( and or correction) and expository sermon.   

Acts 214-16 — “listen carefully… these people are not drunk… it's only 9 in the morning! No, this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel" :   

Exposition of the truths and prophets as he made detailed references to the prophecies of the Prophet Joel 216-21 in Acts 217-21.   

“listen carefully… these people are not drunk… it's only 9 in the morning! No, this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel:   

In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and your daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams. even on my servants, both men, and women,   I will pull out my spirit in those days, and they will prophesy. I will show wonders… before the coming of the great and glorious day of the Lord. and everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”   

    

ACTS 238-41   

A CALL FOR REPENTANCE    

Peter’s message has convincing power; that on a single they 3000 people repented, received forgiveness of their sins, and were Baptised(v.41).   

The apostolic ministry of the early disciples waxed strong with love, unity, sharing, signs, and wonders.   

They devoted themselves to the apostle's teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. All the believers shared things in common. They sold their property and possessions to give to anyone who had need.” V.42,44-45.   

 

Equality and sincerity were their motto (v.46), Christ their mantra – thus they were identifiable as Christians.   

They broke bread in fellowships, even house fellowships – praising God and   

enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who  were being saved.v.47.   

    

NIGHT:   

How does your Church (Brand) defer in act(s) from the believers in Acts 244-47.   

  • Pray for the Leadership of your Church  
  • Pray for the body of Christ across the nations of our world.

 

© Oluwatoyin Emiola Ojo 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

 

 

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Day 310, 6th November Bible Commentary

Posted on 4th November, 2024

Day 310, 6th November Bible Commentary With Dr. Toyin  Ojo Taken From The Book Of Luke, Mark, John And Matthew. 

ON EVERY LIP   

It was very momentous as the news about what happened to Jesus and the supernatural signs that happened, as he gave up the ghost became the talk of the city and its environ; he was on every lip!   

    

LUKE 2413-35   

JESUS WAS ON EVERY LIP IN JERUSALEM – he appeared to two of his disciples on their way to Emmaus, they were talking about him and he joined the  

conversation. Holding back his identity and his knowledge of the events; they were surprised he didn’t know because the whole city knows.   

He told them these things had been written by Moses and the Prophets for them to know, howbeit, they are void of knowledge and foolish (Read v.25-27).   

  • At their destination, He appeared to be going further but they persuaded him “stay with us, for it is nearly evening; the day is almost over.” 29.   

WHILE AT THE TABLE…. They recognized Jesus!   

Jesus gave thanks broke bread and gave them. And immediately they recognized him and he disappeared (v.31).   

  • Then they questioned each other saying; “Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the scriptures to us”32.

Then they went to Jerusalem and related their experience to the rest of the disciples who they met talking about Simon’s experience too!   Also, read Mark 1612-13   

   

LUKE 2436-43, JOHN 2019-23, MARK 1614, JOHN 2024-29   

APPEARING TO THE DISCIPLES IN GROUPS   

As the disciples were gathered, amazed by the signs of his resurrection and the encounter of the women, Mary Magdalene, Simon Peter, and of the most recent -two disciples he met on their way to Emmaus.  Jesus appeared to them saying “Peace be with you” Jh 2019.   

They were frightened, overtaken by amazement and joy tempered their unbelieved by; He showing them his hands and asking for something to eat.   

“They gave him a piece of broiled fish, and he took it and ate it in their presence.” Lk 2442.   

Thomas was absent when he heard what had happened for they said "we have seen the Lord" (John 2025), filled with unbelieve he said; "Unless I see the nail marks and put my finger where the nails where and my hand into his side, I will not believe." v.26.

    

DON'T MISS THIS❗️   

  • JESUS GAVE US THE HOLY SPIRIT WITH HIS BREATHE — "And with that, he breathed on them and said, "Recieve the Holy Spirit." (Read his impartation of power, the Holy Spirit, and authority - even the capacity to forgive sins in John 2021-23).    

    

A WEEK LATER …. JESUS APPEARED AMONG THEM —   

They have been hiding behind closed doors for fear (see John 2019,26).  Greeting them with a blessing “Peace be with you” Jh 2026.   

  • He said "Thomas put your finger here. Reach out your hand and put it into my Stop doubting and believe.” Jh 2027
  • And Thomas believed saying “My Lord and my God!” Jh 2028
  • Jesus repliedBecause you have seen me, you have believed; Blessed

are those who have not seen and yet believed.Jh 2029   

It is therefore important that we believe haven read the scripture!   

  • I note that our weaknesses do not nullify us – but draws the attention of the Lord our God to help us. For this appearance, Jesus had a weak friend – a weak disciple – in mind – What a friend indeed!.

    

JOHN 211-23   

THE THIRD APPEARANCE   

APPEARING TO 7 OF HIS DISCIPLES WHO RETURNED TO FISHING   

SIMON PETER THOMAS -DIDYMUS ⁕NATHANAEL JOHN ZEBEDEE

JAMES ZEBEDEE ⁕AND TWO OTHERS.   

Simon Peter set to go fishing and the others followed but they toiled and caught nothing until Jesus spoke   

  • “‘Throw your net on the right side of the boat and you will find some’ When they did, they were unable to haul the net in because of the large number of fish.”6

A favorite disciple recognized it was Jesus as he exclaimed informing Peter, Peter jumping into the water swimming on to meet the Lord and the rest came along on boat. (v.7-9)   

“When they landed, they saw a fire of burning coals there with fish on it, and some bread. Jesus said to them ‘Bring some of the fish you have just caught’” v.10   

Jesus served them bread and fish –   

  • “This is now the third time Jesus appeared to his disciples and after he was raised from the dead.”14.

Jesus Questioned and Challenged Peter 3 times If he loves him⁉️ – Read v.15,16,17   

  • Peter answered in the affirmative and Jesus instructed, corrected and guided his acts in those instances;
  1. “Jesus said ‘Feed my lambs’” v.15.
  2. “Jesus said ‘Take care of my sheep’” v.16.
  3. “Jesus said ‘Feed my sheep. Very truly I tell you, when you were younger you dressed yourself and went where you wanted. But when you are old you will stretch out your hands, and someone else will dress you and lead you where you do not want to go.”17-18 (read v.17-23).

As you continue reading v.18-23; You find that Jesus had foretold figuratively what kind of death Peter would die.    

You also find his expectations of every clergy, minister, and ambassador.  Jesus sets the guideline for effective ministry - the essence of the cleric.   

  • All these events were written by his disciple (John 2124). Many wonders done by Christ were unrecorded (Jh 2125).

    

MATTHEW 2816-20   

OUR GREAT COMMISSION – IS TO ALL NATIONS; AS WE AND THE FIRST  DISCIPLES ARE COMMANDED BY CHRIST JESUS saying   

"All authority in heaven and on earth has been given me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." v.19-20   

  • Also see MARK 1615-18, LUKE 2444-49. Mark wrote of the authority that ought to follow each disciple/ambassador.

He reminded them he had told them the scripture must be fulfilled and; He opened their mind ( see Lk  2444-45)   

“He told them “This is what is written: The Messiah will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, and repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem”   

 

    

NIGHT   

PRAY: Lord open my mind so I could understand the scriptures -    

  • Lord open my mind so I could understand the scriptures (Lk 2445).
  • Lord anoint my life and ministry to command repentance so that many earn the forgiveness of their sins and be healed Spirit, Soul, and body.   

© Oluwatoyin Emiola Ojo 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

 

 

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Day 309, 5th November Bible Commentary

Posted on 4th November, 2024

Day 309. 5th November Bible Commentary With Dr. Toyin  Ojo Taken From The Book Of Mark, Matthew, Luke And John.

RABBONI!     

JOSEPH OF ARIMATHEA ASKED FOR JESUS’ BOBY AND PILATE APPROVED

HIS REQUEST   

It was preparation day, a day before the Sabbath. Although Joseph was a council member and very influential he had become a disciple of Jesus.  Nicodemus was with him and he brought spices.   

“taking Jesus’ body, the two of them wrapped it, with the spices, in strips of linen.   

this was in accordance with Jewish burial customs.”  Jh 1940, Mk 1546   

    

JOSEPH OF ARIMATHEA PAID FOR A TOMB   

Then they laid Jesus in a new tomb, in the garden which Joseph who hails from Arimathea had acquired.   

  • “So Joseph brought some linen cloth, took down the body, wrapped it in the linen, and placed it in a tomb cut out of rock. Then he rolled a stone against the entrance of the tomb.” Mk 1546, Mtt 2759-60, Lk 2353, Jh 1941

Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of Joseph witnessed all this. Mk 1547, Mtt 2761, Lk 2355.   

  • “The women who had come with Jesus from Galilee followed Joseph and saw the tomb and how his body was laid in it. They went home and prepared spices and perfume. Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of Joseph witnessed all this. Then they went home and prepared spices and perfumes. But they rested on the Sabbath in obedience to the commandment.” Lk 2355-56.    

    

MATTHEW 2762-66   

GUARDS POSITIONED AT JESUS TOMB as demanded by the chief priests and the teacher of the laws.   

They do not want his body stolen with claims that he has risen – referring to what they had heard Jesus say.  Pilate instructed them to secure the tomb, the best they can and have guards there!   

    

MARK 161-8,9-11, MATTHEW 281-7, LUKE 241-12, JOHN 201-18 JESUS  

IS NOT THERE!      

After the Sabbath when Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James and Salome had gone to the tomb to anoint Jesus’ body with some spices he had resurrected; the tomb was empty.  Two angels spoke to them reminding them what Christ had told them;   

    

While they were wondering about this, suddenly two men in clothes that gleamed like lightning stood beside them.  …. but the men said to them, “Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still within Galilee. (Lk 244,5,6 extracts).   

The women (including Mary Magdalene, Joanna,  Mary the James, and others), took the news to the 11 disciples and all others.   

  • Mary also told the people of her encounter (Mk 165-11).

PETER WENT STRAIGHT INTO THE TOMB;   

Two of his disciple ran to confirm what the women had notified them of.   

“Finally the other disciple, who had reached the tomb first, also went inside.  He saw and believed. (They did not understand from scripture that Jesus had to rise from the dead.) Then the disciples went back to where they were staying.” Jh 208-10.   

    

MARY” “RABBONI”     

Mary remained outside the tomb crying two angels attended to her. (Read Jh 2011-12).   

  • “They asked her, ‘Woman, why are you crying?’” v.13a
  • “She replied ‘They have taken my Lord away, and I don’t know where they have put him.” v.13b-c
  • Then Jesus appeared to Mary:- “He asked her: “Woman why are you crying? Who is it you are looking for?” v.15.

She assumed he was the gardener. And asked to know where he had taken him to, if he had taken him.   

  • She apparently had been traumatized witnessing the crucifixion of Christ, his death, and burial. SHE MUST HAVE BEEN TIRED!, I believe she was only strengthened to do all she did from her heart which is full of love. The culture also demanded modesty from women, therefore until Jesus called her by name she hadn't looked up to see who it was questioning her

Then He called her “Mary.” Jhn 2016a, and she turned to find it was Jesus that had been talking to her and she exclaimed “Rabboni!” ( means Teacher).   

“Jesus said do not hold on to me, for I have not yet ascended to the   

Father. Go instead to my brothers and tell them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.’” Jh 2017   

    

    

JOHN 2018, MATTHEW 268-10 MEET  

ME UP IN GALILEE   

  • She went and told it all to the disciples.

The book of Matthew states that “The women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples” Mtt 288.  And Jesus appeared to them instructing them to advise the disciples to meet up with him in Galilee (Mtt 289-10).   

    

MATTHEW 2811-15   

THE OFFICIAL REPORT was given to the chief priests by the guards in-charge of the tomb but they thwarted the reports with bribes given the guards. It was published that Jesus was stolen and that remains the official news among the Jews to this very day. (Read v.13-15).   

    

NIGHT:   

Let every woman pray for the grace of the Women on Jesus Team. Men pray for the women you know. Matthew 2761, Lk 2355-56      

 

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Day 308. 4th November Bible Commentary

Posted on 30th October, 2024

Day 308. 4th November Bible Commentary With Dr. Toyin  Ojo Taken From The Book Of Mark, Matthew, Luke And John.

GOLGOTHA      

MARK 1521-24, MATTHEW 2732-34, LUKE 2326-31   

IT WAS ON A FRIDAY…   

Jesus was been led to Golgotha (The Place Of Skull) — “the soldiers led him away, they seized Simon a man from Cyrene, who was on his way in from the country, and put the cross on him and made him carry it behind Jesus” Lk 2326   

After then Jesus was offered wine mixed with gall but he couldn’t have the drink for the taste. (Mtt 2734).   

The crowd followed and the women and children were weeping, Jesus addressed them, so that they stop weeping for him (read this in Lk 2328-31 and his reference in Hosea 108, on their impending calamity for which they should weep).   

John 1916b-17 “So the soldiers took charge of Jesus. Carrying his own cross, he went out to the place of the skull (which in Aramaic is called Golgotha).”   

    

MARK 1525-32, MATTHEW 2735-44, LUKE 2332-43, JOHN 1918-27   

THE CRUCIFIXION OF JESUS - @9AM   

The crucifixion of Jesus took place at 9am with this charge placed above his head JESUS OF NAZARETH THE KING OF THE JEWS (Jh 1919,Lk 2338, Mk 1525,   

Mtt 2737).   

Two criminals were crucified with him to his left and the other to his right (Mk 1527).   

He was mocked by the religious leaders and passers-by;   

Mocking how he has saved others but himself, the lies told against him were used to taunt him – To save himself since he made the boast to rebuild the temple within three (3) days. Even the thieves mocked him (Mk 1531-32).   

  • Jesus prayed for them saying “ ‘Father forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing’ -

They divided his clothes casting lots” Lk 2334; and the scripture -Psalm 2219- was fulfilled – Jhn 1924   

The chief priests, teachers of the law and elders continued mocking him claiming they would believe him if only he could save himself – calling him the King of Israel, and questioning his claim to be Son of God (Mtt 2741-42).   

Of the two criminals, one cautioned the other speaking wisely; accepting their condemnation but exonerating Jesus —   

  • “…'we are getting what our deeds deserve. But this man has done nothing wrong’ Then he said ‘Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom’” Lk 2341-42
  • Jesus replied, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.” Lk 2343; He gained his salvation. His attitude gave him a last-minute miracle.

MARY HIS MOTHER WAS NEAR HIM AT GOLGOTHA, with Mary the wife of   

Clopas and Mary Magdalene. Jh 1925   

  • He entrusted her to a very dear disciple who was also present (See Jh

1926-27)   

    

MARK 1533-41, MATTHEW 2745-46, LUKE 2344-49, JOHN 1928-37   

JESUS GAVE UP THE GHOST   

“At noon darkness came over the whole land until 3 in the afternoon.  And at three in the afternoon Jesus cried out in a loud voice, ‘Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?’ ” Mtt 2746,   Mk 1534; Which means "my God my God why have you forsaken me?"   

  • Interestingly he had prayed Psalm 221, a Psalm of David. This again points us to the use of Psalms for effective prayers and soul healing.

And they thought he was calling on Elijah. He was offered wine vinegar in a sponge by a member of the public. (Mk 1536, Mtt 2748).   

After this Jesus with a loud voice cried;   

  • “ Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.” Lk 2346, Mtt 2750 Praying from Psalm 315 – and he breathed his last
  • The book of John accounts for this event stating that “When he had received the drink, Jesus said, ‘It is finished.’ With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.” Jh 1930
  • “At that moment the curtain of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth shook, the rocks split and the tombs broke open. The bodies of many Holy people who had died, were raised to life. They came out of the tombs after Jesus’ resurrection and went into the holy city and appeared to many people.” Mtt 2751-53

Many believed witnessing these signs — That he was the Son of God (Mtt 2754,  

Lk 2347-48)   

    

HIS SIDES WERE PIERCED   

They had to be taken down for ceremonial reasons;   

"Now it was the day of Preparation, and the next day was to be a special sabbath. Because the Jewish leaders did not want the bodies left on the crosses during the sabbath, they asked  

Pilate to have the legs broken and the bodies taken down." Jh 1931 it was then decided and their legs were broken. But since Jesus was dead it was agreed it wasn’t necessary to break his leg.   

Jesus’ side was pierced by a soldier and BLOOD AND WATER GUSHED OUT – John 1934, and the scripture was fulfilled (see Exodus 1246, Numbers 912, Psalm  

3420).   

  • It is an endless stream from which we access all that we need.

Jesus gave up the Ghost on a Friday, the preparation day precedes the sabbath day (Sunday in modern calendar).    

   

WOMEN IN MINISTRY   

Many women gathered witnessing all that Jesus suffered and the response of heaven to his crying birthing our salvation and renewed lives. (see Mtt 2755, Lk 2349, Mk 1540)   

  • Those mentioned who followed from Galilee and were devoted to Jesus, are Mary Magdalene out of whom Jesus cast out seven demons before she joined his ministry, Mary the mother of James and Joseph, and Mrs Zebedee the mother of two of his disciples.

NIGHT:   

Pray for the grace to finish well! And reflect on how the criminal attracted mercy to himself. Luke 2340-43   

 

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Day 307. 3rd November Bible Commentary

Posted on 30th October, 2024

Day 307. 3rd November Bible Commentary With Dr. Toyin  Ojo Taken From The Book Of Mark, Matthew, Luke And John.

CROWNED

WITH A CROWN OF  

THORNS   

    

MARK 152-5, MATTHEW 2711-14, LUKE 231-12   

PILATE AND HEROD CROSS-EXAMINED JESUS   

As Jesus was brought before Pilate more false accusations were raised against him – including opposing tax laws. Yet he gave no reply.   

Then Pilate asked – “Are you the king of the Jews?” Mk 152, Mtt 2711, Lk 233, Jesus replied in the affirmative “You have said so.”   

    

JESUS IS A GALILEAN UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF HEROD   

In the course of the cross-examination, Pilate (Governor) became aware he is a Galilean, and sent him to King Herod.(Lk 236-7).   

    

Herod the King was Excited and eager to meet with Jesus —  wishing he could witness a miracle or any supernatural sign. Howbeit Jesus gave no response to any of his many questions. Herod had him dressed up and returned to Pilate.   

“Then Herod and his soldiers ridiculed and mocked him. Dressing him in an elegant robe, they sent him back to Pilate.” Lk 2311.   

This event turned the two enemies (Herod and Pilate) friends. Lk 2312.   

    

THE SUMMARY OF THE TRUTH; John 1836-37   

  • “You are king, then!” said Pilate. v.36
  • Jesus answered, “You say that I am a king. In fact, the reason I was born and came into the world is to testify of the truth. everyone on the side of the truth listens to me.” v.37

THE KING OF THE JEWS OR BARABAS:-   

It was customary to release one prisoner during the Passover in accordance to the wish of the people.  Pilate persuades the people to have him release the king of the Jews-JESUS (Jh 1839, Mk 159-10, Mtt 2717-18; but rejecting his suggestion they demanded the release of a popular criminal named Barabbas – Jh 1840   

Yielding to the conspiracy (see, Mk 1511) the crowd shouted that Jesus be crucified! (Mk 1513-14).   

    

Mark 1514-15, MATTHEW 2719-26   

PILATE SUCCUMBED TO THE CROWD —   

“Wanting to satisfy the crowd, Pilate released Barabbas to them. He had Jesus flogged, and handed him over to be crucified.” Mk 1515.   

The people pressed on shouting, that, Pilate should crucify Jesus.  There was divine intervention as Pilate’s wife had dreamt that night — She informed Pilate — “Don't have anything to do with that innocent man, for I have suffered a great deal today in a dream because of him.”Mtt 2719   

But the crowd revolted and would riot. Thus, Pilate washed his hands in front the crowd stating “I am innocent of this man’s blood, it is your responsibility.” Mtt 2724.   

  • "He released Barabbas to them. But he had Jesus flogged, and handed him over to be crucified.” v.26.

   

JOHN 192-16, MARK 1516-20   

CROWNED WITH THORNS:   

Jesus been mocked, rough handled and flogged was crowned with a crown made of thorns which the soldiers made, and clothed in purple ropes, they said to him “‘Hail, king of the Jews!’, And they slapped him in the face.” Jh 193., Mk 1516-18.   

It was a wrestle of power; between Pilate, the crowd and the Jewish leaders;   

  • “The Jewish leaders insisted, ‘We have a law, and according to that law he must die, because he claimed to be the Son of God’.” Jh 197
  • Then Pilate the governor became even more afraid (see v.8)
  • Jesus answered Pilate’s series of questions; who was exercising authority and talking rather friendly though under pressure to act, saying “You would have no

power over me if it were not given to you from above. Therefore, the one who handed me over to you is guilty of a greater sin.” Jh 1911   

  • “Pilate tried to set Jesus free, but the Jewish leaders kept shouting, ‘ if you let this man go, you are no friend of Caesar. anyone who claims to be a king opposes Caesar.’.” Jh 1912

FINALLY, AT GABBATHA (The Stone of Pavement) Pilate handed them the king of the Jews to be crucified. (Jh 1913-16).   

    

THE SOLDIERS BRUTALITY AGAINST JESUS CONTINUED

~ MARK 1519-20, MATTHEW 2727-31, LUKE 2263-65

  

“Again and again they struck him on the head with a staff and spit on him. Falling on their knees, they paid homage to him.” Mk 1519.   

    

NIGHT:   

"Go therefore and make disciples  of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit" Matthew 2819   

We can't let all this suffering go!   

 

   

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Day 306. 2nd November Bible Commentary

Posted on 30th October, 2024

Day 306. 2nd November Bible Commentary With Dr. Toyin  Ojo Taken From The Book Of Mark, Matthew, Luke And John.

FIELD OF BLOOD   

    

MARK 1453-65, MATTHEW 2657-68   

NO EVIDENCE   

“The chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were looking for evidence against Jesus so that they could put him to death, but they did not find any. Many testified falsely against him, but their statements did not agree.”v.55-56   

Eventually, another false testimony that thwarts Jesus's words was given with claims that he said “I will destroy this temple made with human hands and in three days will build another, not made with hands.” v.58   

  • The High Priest Gave Room To The People So That Jesus Was Relentlessly Scorned And He Also Pressured Jesus to answer, but Jesus remained silent.

Furthermore, he asked him “Are you the Messiah, the Son of the Blessed One?”   

Jesus replied affirming that with positive notions—     

“I am, And you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of the Mighty One and coming on the clouds of heaven.” v.62   

  • At this, he (Caiaphas the high priest) became what I will describe as the most hypocritical and dramatic high priest ever! – tearing his clothes in disbelief of Jesus’ acclamation.

These gave room to the acrimony they had built up and it was agreed he is worthy of death for blasphemy. (see. v.63-64).   

Hence the people began to physically abuse Jesus – “spat on him, blindfolded him, struck him with their fist and said ‘Prophesy!’ And the guards took him and beat him.” v.65.   

 

Clearly when an individual is treated this way; it is correct to conclude that there was no order in the process, and therefore there cannot be justice.  The Sanhedrin and the People were not guided by law, but hate, prejudice, revenge, jealousy, and insecurity.   

   

MARK 1466-72, MATTHEW 2669-75, LUKE 2254-62, JOHN 1825-27   

PETER IN TEARS1472e as he immediately realized he had denied Jesus thrice when he heard the rooster crowed (Mk 1472).   

“He began to call down curses, and he swore to them, ‘I don't know this man you are talking about’. Immediately the rooster crowed the second time.” v.71-72a   

   

MARK 151, MATTHEW 271-2, LUKE 2266-71   

THE WHOLE SANHEDRIN, THE CHIEF PRIEST, AND THE TEACHERS OF THE   

LAW rose up early and handed him over to Pilate.   

  • Jesus maintains his affirmative position – He is the Son of God.   

 .  “They asked ‘Are you then the son of God?’ He replied ‘You say that I am’” Lk 2270   

    

MATTHEW 273-10   

JUDAS’ HEART WAS GUILT STRICKEN so much he was unable to keep the 30 pieces of silver – when the money was not received back from him, — “he threw the money into the temple and left. Then he went away and hanged himself” v.5.   

  • It was quickly tagged BLOOD MONEY and the chief priests refused to keep that in the treasury – It was used to “buy the potter’s field as a burial place for foreigners. That is why it has been called the Field of Blood to this day”.   

And the prophecy of Prophet Jeremiah was fulfilled – “They took the thirty pieces of silver, the price set on him by the people of Israel, and they used them to buy the potter’s field, as the Lord commanded me.” v.9-10. (Zechariah 1112,13, Jeremiah 191-13, 326-9)One Year Chronological Bible pg. 1387 footnote).   

Between the Chief Priests, the Sanhedrin, and Judas it was a case of hypocrites Vs hypocrite.   

    

    

NIGHT:   

We must examine our deeds very carefully as Christians as many believers are fast opting for the Judas-lifestyle - given the hate adapted by the many cultures around the global hemisphere.   

The desire to belong and the increasing need for recognition are all part of the selfgratifying move of Judas Iscariot. Which he could not live to regret.   

Examine your ways tonight; we cannot hurt another just to fit in, play the game, and pass the ball; which defeats the whole essence of the cross on which we cling.   

  •   Those who paid blood money could not accept a refund! Matthew 276   

What is your role in the Body today?  Zechariah 1112,13   

2Corinthians 1311. “Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you.” 

 

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Day 303. 30th October Bible Commentary With Dr. Toyin  Ojo Taken From The Book Of John, Mark, And Luke.

    

    

 

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Day 305. 1st November Bible Commentary

Posted on 30th October, 2024

Day 305. 1st November Bible Commentary With Dr. Toyin  Ojo Taken From The Book Of John, Mark, Matthew, And Luke.

THE KISS OF JUDAS    

In today’s passages, Judas Iscariot gave kiss another meaning, as it became a sign of identification rather than affection – for Jesus whom he is employed to betray. He walked up to Jesus, gave him a kiss, and Jesus was immediately arrested by the battalion.   

    

JOHN 181-2, MARK 1432-42, MATTHEW 2636-46, LUKE 2239-46   

ABBA FATHER!   

“When he had finished praying, Jesus left with his disciples and crossed the Kidron Valley. On the other side, there was a garden and he and his disciples went into it.” v.1   

They went to Gethsemane though Judas was not among them he knew the place. Jesus took Peter, James and John with him. And said to them “My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch” Mk 1434.   

    

  • We see Jesus express very raw emotions here. There is something sweet about life, being joined to the living, so much that even when you have the perfect knowledge of heaven like Jesus, you want to remain here at least a little longer, to continue the work of God here on earth, it's a different way when we get to heaven. Jesus wanted to continue impacting lives perhaps for the next fifty years.   

    

He went a little further, fell to the ground, and prayed “Abba, Father, everything is possible for you. Take this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but what you will. ” Mk 1436, Mtt 2639, Lk 2242  He came back to meet his disciples sleeping for “the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak” Mk 1438, Mtt 2641. This happened thrice.   

It is interesting and reassuring that while praying in anguish an angel from heaven appeared and ministered to him – Lk 2243   

  • It is good to note that, Jesus prayed for about an hour each of the time – Mk 1437, Mtt 2640
  • Keeping connected through prayers help us overcome temptation –

(Mk1438, Mtt2641, Lk2246)– Therefore as believers, we must pray frequently!   

   

THE HOUR HAS COME — At the third instance he hastened them up saying “are you still sleeping and resting? Enough! The hour has come. Look, the son of man is delivered into the hands of sinners. Rise! Let us go! Here he comes my betrayer” Mk 1441, Mtt 2645-46.   

    

MARK 1443-52, MATTHEW 2647-56, LUKE 2247-53, JOHN 183-11   

THEN JUDAS AND A BATTALION APPEARED —  The chief, the teachers of the law [scribes, Professors of Divinity, Theologians, and the elders (the who is who)]; had instructed them to arrest Jesus.   

Judas the bad egg of the twelve had given them the sign -A KISS- he walked up to Jesus called him Rabbi and kissed him and immediately they arrested him.  A disciple stepped up and cut off the ear of an official sent. But Jesus refrained them from using the sword “For all who draw the sword will die by the sword.” Mtt 2652, Lk 2250-51,Jh 1810-11   

He challenged the authority of the battalions for approaching him with weapons; stating; He has not led a rebellion but have taught the Jews openly in synagogues or the temple.   

  • The book of John 183-9, states in his account of this event that Jesus stepped forward and question the battalion; identifying himself as JESUS, as they sought Jesus of Nazareth (v.4-8).
  • There it was fulfilled as spoken in Jh 639; that; “I have not lost one of those you gave me” Jh 189.

    

JOHN 1812-14   

JESUS WAS TAKEN TO ANNAS THE IN-LAW OF CAIAPHAS (THE HIGH  

PRIEST THAT YEAR)   

   

JOHN 1815-24   

PETER DENIES JESUS – JOHN 1815-18    

Peter followed Jesus into the High Priest’s courtyard – There a girl serving asked to confirm he is a disciple of Jesus but he denied saying “I AM NOT” v.17.  Thus he stood at the fireplace with the officials warming himself.   

  • That was the first, we'll find out the next two instances as Jesus' trial progress.

    

JESUS QUESTIONED — ABOUT HIS TEACHING AND HIS DISCIPLES.   

He replied he has always taught not secretly but openly to the world. TEACHING “in synagogues or at the temple where all the Jews come together.” (v.20-21). And the people can be asked instead.   

  • An official slapped him that he had answered rudely: “ ‘Is this the way you answer the High Priest?’ He demanded.”
  • Jesus questioned that act of molestation he had been subjected to. But Annas went no further – he had him bond and taken to the high priest. (see v.24).

 

NIGHT:

1 Corinthians 1013 — "God is faithful, he will not tempt you above what you can bear" 

John 1418 — "I will not leave you comfortless" 

Adversity, Crisis, Mishap, or Distress; learn to appeal to the Almighty God with his Words and promises. I do this a lot!   

 

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Day 304. 31st October Bible Commentary

Posted on 30th October, 2024

Day 304. 31st October Bible Commentary With Dr. Toyin  Ojo Taken From The Book Of John.    

THE WORLD’S HATRED   

JOHN 1518-27   

JESUS EMPASISED THE HATE his disciples will suffer when he has ascended back to his Father. He explains some of the reasons been that:   

He has chosen them: “If the world hates you, keep in mind it hated me first. It loves its own. I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you.  ” v.18-20   

“REMEMBER: what I told you: ‘A servant is not greater than his master.’ If they persecute me they will persecute you. ..They will treat you this way because of my name..” (v.20-21 extracts). {October 29 during Feet Washing John 1316}   

And because he has taught (the world and the scribes) they become guilt, likewise, he has done signs and wonders which they witnessed. Thus they must face the judgement and wrath of the Father who finds them guilt. (see v.22-25) . He quotes from Psalm 3519,,694; Jh 1525 “But this is to fulfil what is written in their law: ‘they hated me without reason.’”   

    

JOHN 161-35   

(v.1-5)—JESUS FOREWARNS, SO BELIEVERS ARE NOT DISMAYED.   

Jesus warns his disciples so that they stand secured against persecution from not just the world but even from within the body of Christ – even the scribes who do not know the Father. They know the letter not given to the power!   

    

THE ADVOCATE –    

Jesus addresses the grief seen in his disciples as they come to the understanding of the reality of what his experience would be (been taken away); with the promise of the advocate who will prove the world wrong on three counts:– SIN,   

RIGHTEOUSNESS AND JUDGEMENT (see v.7-11).  But the Holy Spirit would not come unless he goes away. (v.7).   

“But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you in all truth. He will not speak of his own; he will speak only what he hears, and he will tell you what is yet to come.” v.13.   

  • We will also enjoy revelation knowledge through the Holy Spirit.

Jesus said “in a little while you will see me no more, and then after a while, you will see me.” v.16.   

  • These words unsettled the disciples for they lacked understanding of his words. So they asked.

“You will grieve but your grief will be turned into joy” v.20. Jesus told them and then gave a figurative speech using a pregnant woman who has come to term – She travails but “she forgets the anguish because of her joy that a child is born into the world. ” v.21   

  • It is such a joy that cannot be taken away
  • It becomes in time when we can ask anything of the Father and receive [read v.23-24, 27].
  • Our faith in and love for Christ endows us with the Father's love.
  • Again, He tells them how his trial will lead to their abandon of him and that time is now but he is not alone “for my Father is with me.” v.33.

   

JOHN 171-26   

JESUS PRAYED  - [READ HIS PRAYER v.1-26].   

“Father, the hour has come. Glorify your Son, that your Son may glorify you. For you granted him authority over all people that he might give eternal life to all those you have given him” v.1-2   

He prayed for himself and his disciples (this includes those of us that live by him even in the 21st Century)v.20-21   

“I pray for them. I am not praying for the world, but for those you have given me, for they are yours. I am coming to you now, But I say these things while I am still in the world, so that they may have the full measure of my joy within them. Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth.” v.9,13,17.  

“They are not of the world, anymore than I am of the world” v.14

The father guards God's us from the evil as Christ prayed — therefore, we should not desire to die because of their hate (v.15). many Christians have given up the ghost because of the discrimination an intense hate that they have suffered. Believers must take on the prayer of Christ as their shield against them and not fall by their wicked ways.

Jesus returns to where he was in his glory before the creation of the world v.24

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