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• Barnett, Paul W. (1935-)

• 2003-09-17

• Moore Theological College

• Barnett speaks on Jesus’ kingship from John 12. The appearance of the Greeks symbolizes His kingship over the world and signals the beginning of His glorification, which is tied directly to His death. In 11:51, the High Priest inadvertently prophesies this, while Jesus likens His death to a grain of barley that dies to bring new life. Through His death, the world is judged, the ruler of the world defeated, and salvation offered to all (12:31–32). As in the Old Testament, where the king represented the people, the destiny of God’s people is bound up with Christ their King. Verses 23–25 speak primarily of Jesus but also apply to believers, who are called in verse 26 to live out His kingship through discipleship and allegiance. For believers today, affinity towards people of the same class is high; there is little interest in reaching to the 'other.' In mission, the Christian must be like the wheat seed which is prepared to lay aside their personal interests and comfort to bring life to others.

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