John 15:12-27 What It Means To Be His Friend

Jesus told His disciples and us what to expect from an unbelieving world when we follow Him.  He chose us out of the world.  The world stands guilty because they don't know God who sent Jesus and they have the Word but won't heed it.  "They have no excuse for their sin," verse 22 says.

Here, too, is where Jesus promised to send the Helper -- the Holy Spirit.  The disciples were about to experience what we can only read about, and they would surely need the Helper!

Jesus here calls us His friends.  My commentary explained that the Greek word refers to "a friend at court" -- a friend of the king who is close to him and knows his secrets, but is also subject to him and must obey his commands.  "There is no conflict between being a friend and being a servant," it said.

Thank You for making me Your friend, God!  I am still amazed that You chose me in my sin and brought be back to You!

 

Your Brother In Christ,
Gary Ford