Introduction
Jesus speaks to his disciples on his way to Gethsemane, just outside Jerusalem.
Questions
1. Jesus says he is the vine and the disciples are the branches. In this analogy, how do the branches glorify the Father?
v 8 “In this my Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit; and so you will be my disciples.
2. What commandment does Jesus give them?
v 12 This is my commandment, that you love one another, even as I have loved you.
3. Why does Jesus say the world hates them?
v 19 ... But because you are not of the world, since I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you.
Summary Points
- v 1 to 17 Jesus is the true vine and his disciples are branches. Jesus commands his disciples to bear fruit and love each other
- v 18 to 27 Jesus gives a warning of the hostility that he and his followers will soon experience