Summary Thoughts on John Chapter 14

Read John chapter 14.

• What a comforting chapter!
• This chapter is structured around Jesus' responses to questions from Thomas, Philip and Judas.
• Jesus challenged their immaturity but didn't demean them for their ignorance.
• Jesus was thorough and direct in His responses.  He didn't stop at giving answers.  He imparted revelation.
• "Deep" truth is discovered by simple questions.
• This chapter is chock full of favorites and promises.
• This chapter is loaded with Trinitarian content.

Three Insights About Spiritual Maturity (Jn. 14:9)

1. Longevity ≠ intimacy.
2. Proximity ≠ revelation.
3. Access ≠ understanding.