prior to His crucifixion. In chapter 13 and verse one he intro duces this section by saying, “As He had loved His own in the world, He loved them to the last and to the high est degree.” (Amplified N. T.) Chap ters 13 through 17 are an exposition of the way in which Jesus loved His dis ciples during these final hours. We discover, as we read this portion, that His love was expressed in the re peated forewarnings He gave them concerning persecution that would come so that they would not be dis couraged. 16
“ TT f a b id e in me and my words JL abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will and it shall be done unto you.” These are words of momentous import ance. These are words of mystery. How could it be that I, as a believer, can ask what I will, and the limitless re sources of God will be harnessed to the accomplishing of my request? Let us take a closer look at the con text in which we find these wonderful words. John 15:7 is set within the broad context of five chapters which the be loved Apostle John devotes to a record of the final hours of our Lord’s life y e
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