Lesson 40: John 13:34
The Blueprint — The Verse
A new commandment I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you also must love one another.
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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. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More spoke in the upper room on the night He was betrayed, hours before the cross. In the ancient world, groups were identified by philosophies or rituals — 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. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More said love would mark His followers unmistakably.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
After predicting Judas's betrayal and Peter's denial, 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. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More gives a farewell command. He had just washed the disciples' feet as a model of servant love, and now elevates mutual love as the defining sign of discipleship.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Little children, I will be with you a little while longer. You will seek me, and as I said to the Jews, ‘Where I am going, you can’t come,’ so now I tell you.
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By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”
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Discussion
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How did 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. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More love His disciples, and how should that shape your love?
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Would outsiders recognize you as Jesus' disciple by your love?
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What makes this command 'new' compared to ?