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Thy Strong Word: Gospel of John
KFUO Radio
A consecutive, pastor-led study through John from the official broadcast voice of the LCMS. Use the collection to find the episode for this chapter.
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Jesus' Hour
The appointed hour is the cross, resurrection, and return to the Father as one saving movement.
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How the theme develops
- The hour is initially 'not yet.'
- Opponents cannot seize Jesus before it arrives.
- Gentile seeking marks its arrival.
- At the table Jesus loves His own to the end.
- Passion and glory unfold under Jesus' sovereign knowledge.
Key passages
- John 2:4
- John 7:30
- John 12:23
- John 13:1
- John 17:1
What it reveals about Jesus
Jesus freely receives the Father's saving hour; He is never a helpless pawn.
Old Testament background
Daniel 7:13-14; Isaiah 52:13