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Congregational Course: John
Concordia Seminary, St. Louis
Focused video lessons from Dr. Charles Gieschen and Dr. David Lewis on the text, structure, Christology, signs, glory, and Spirit in John.
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Spirit / Paraclete
The Spirit remains on Jesus, gives new birth, flows from His glorification, dwells with disciples, and testifies to Christ.
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How the theme develops
- The Spirit identifies and remains on the Son.
- The Spirit sovereignly gives birth.
- Jesus promises another Helper.
- The Spirit teaches, reminds, witnesses, exposes, guides, and glorifies Jesus.
- The risen Lord breathes the Spirit into mission.
Key passages
- John 1:32-34
- John 3:5-8
- John 7:37-39
- John 14:15-26
- John 15:26
- John 16:7-15
- John 20:22
What it reveals about Jesus
The Spirit's work is personally distinct, from the Father, through the Son, and centered on glorifying Christ.
Old Testament background
Genesis 1:2; Ezekiel 36-37; Joel 2:28-32
Confessional Lutheran reflection
The Spirit binds the Church to Christ's apostolic word rather than offering a rival revelation.