Lesson 9: John 14:6
The Blueprint — The Verse
JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. More saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
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The Context — The History
JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. More spoke these words on the night before His crucifixion, in an upper room in Jerusalem during PassoverPassover is the foundational feast of Israel, commemorating God’s deliverance from Egypt through the blood of the lamb. It marks the beginning of Israel’s covenant identity, sets the calendar’s starting point, and becomes the prophetic template fulfilled in Jesus’ crucifixion. More. His disciples were anxious about His departure and uncertain about the future under Roman occupation and growing hostility from religious leaders.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Thomas had just asked how they could know the way to the Father. JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. More responds with one of His seven 'I am' statements, claiming exclusive access to God and offering Himself as the path to eternal life.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Thomas said to him, “Lord, we don’t know where you are going. How can we know the way?”
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If you had known me, you would have known my Father also. From now on, you know him, and have seen him.”
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Discussion
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What does it mean that JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. More is the way, the truth, and the life?
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How does this claim shape the way you share your faithFaith is the act of trusting God’s character, promises, and redemptive work even before the outcome is seen. In Scripture, faith is not blind belief but a confident reliance on God’s truth, rooted in His past actions and revealed purpose. It is the foundation of the believer’s relationship with God and the driving force behind obedience, endurance, and hope.... More with others?
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Why do you think JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. More waited until this moment to speak so directly about access to the Father?
