PART V. (C.) THE UNION OF CHRIST AND HIS DISCIPLES, WITH THE RESULTS OF THIS UNION 1. The relation of the disciples to Christ is one of living union as branches in the vine (John 15:1). 2. The result of this union in the lives of the disciples (John 15:12), and in the unbelieving world (John 15:18... [ Continue Reading ]
_EXPLANATORY AND CRITICAL NOTES_ John 15:1. TRUE VINE.—Christ and the disciples were now on the way to Gethsemane. Their passing through the vineyards, etc., surrounding the city may have suggested this image: others think it may have been called up by a vine in the courtyard, or on the roof, of the... [ Continue Reading ]
_EXPLANATORY AND CRITICAL NOTES_ John 15:18. IF THE WORLD HATE YOU, ETC.—He now directs the attention of the disciples to their relation toward the world. Christ _loves_ His disciples, the world _hates_ them, and in this they are one with their Lord (1 Peter 4:12). John 15:19. THE WORLD WOULD LOVE... [ Continue Reading ]