Well would it have been if the pretended successors of St. Peter had kept the sword put up. He was an outstanding speaker; he could cure the sick; he could even supply food for the hungry. 7 When we understand our assignment as clearly as Jesus understood his, we will avoid even lending tacit, or unspoken, support for political independence movements. This is an interesting question and a lot of good information has been shared in answering it. Jesus’ authority did not come from man but from God (Luke 22:29). Wesley's Notes for John 18:36. Why may it be a challenge to avoid giving tacit support to independence movements? The “party followers of Herod” who raised this issue hoped that if Jesus denounced the tax, he might be accused of sedition. “I believed that my tribe was superior to all others, and I joined a political party,” he says. 17. Taxation was a hot political issue in Jesus’ time. Politically, the Pharisees supported Jewish independence. The particulars have been noticed in the remarks on the other Gospels. The Bible likens humanity to a sea that tosses and turns, a sea that knows no peace. He claimed to fulfill the OT prophecies, but not in a literal, Jewish, nationalistic … Kingdom of God – The Kingdom of God and the kingdom of heaven seem to be variations of the same idea. Get a detailed summary of Chapter 18 in Gospel of John. 1 When he had finished praying, Jesus left with his disciples and crossed the Kidron Valley. When I began to study the Bible, however, I realized that I had to start with my own heart. Jesus the Bread of Life (John 6) Jesus Heals a Man Born Blind (John 9) Jesus' Sacrifice (John 10-12) Servant Leadership (John 13:1-20) Farewell Words: Upper Room Discourse (John 14-17) The Importance of Workplace Relationships (John 14-17) I Am the Vine and You Are the Branches (John 15) My Kingdom Is Not of This World (John 18:36) 8 Injustice often inflames political passions. Jesus emphatically warned his disciples to stay clear of the teachings, or leaven, that these three groups advocated. Still, though the reproach may be true in detail, taken as a whole it has no grounds, III. And many others become embittered. Jesus answered: “My Kingdom is no part of this world.” (John 18:36) He would not get involved in politics, for his Kingdom was to be a heavenly one. —Jesus, in words, evades Pilate’s last question, and returns to the topic of his royalty; and yet in so doing he answers Pilate’s question, what he has done. But now my kingdom is from another place. 26:52, 53) This powerful lesson was in harmony with what Jesus prayed about earlier that night​—they must be no part of the world. Violent independence movements flourish, political divisions become more entrenched, and in many countries, foreigners are subjected to growing animosity. When Jesus had spoken these words, He went out with His disciples over the Brook Kidron, where there was a garden, which He and His disciples entered. 6. Scriptures: John 3:3; 18:36; Romans 6:1-11; Colossians 3:1-4 The title of my message this morning is “Changed.” The word change is defined as “to become or make different.” When used in the past tense it means to “have become or been made different.” (John 18:10) But Jesus told Peter: “Return your sword to its place, for all those who take up the sword will perish by the sword.” (Matt. Christ will establish His rule on earth as King of the world at the appointed time He returns.. Jewish historian Josephus states that this Judas “incited his countrymen to revolt, upbraiding them as cowards for consenting to pay tribute to the Romans.” The Romans had Judas executed. A kingdom implies a king. If Christians are to conquer, it will be in the sign of the Cross; not by adopting the principles of their adversaries, but by the compelling audacity with which they display their own. (a) What political expectations did the Jews have in Jesus’ day? Read full chapter John 18:36), but a spiritual reign that would be consummated globally in the future (i.e., revelation). (b) Why does injustice not justify violence? 11:2, 3) John may have wanted to know whether someone else would fulfill all the hopes of the Jews. 3 Many Jews to whom Jesus preached longed for independence from Rome. Soon thereafter, Jesus’ apostles asked him: “Lord, are you restoring the kingdom to Israel at this time?”​—Acts 1:6. In fact, the rebellion of Judas the Galilean, mentioned earlier, was sparked by a registration to ensure that the people paid tribute to Rome. The Word was God (John 1:1-18) Verses 1-3: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. This may not be easy. (b) What will we consider in the following article? Scripture: Matthew 24:3-4, Romans 12:2, Revelation 17:12-13, 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, John 18:36, James 4:4, 1 John 4:3, Micah 5:2, Romans 8:7, Luke 2:1-7. John 18:36, John 3:31, John 8:47, and especially 1 John 2:21; 1 John 3:19. (Luke 19:2, 8) His course was probably typical of that of many. This free Bible study guide will help you understand what you're reading. (2 Tim. (a) How has God’s Word helped Christians to avoid conflict? That was God’s Kingdom, which would be the real solution. Visit our library of inductive Bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of the Bible you can use in your small group. The Jews especially resented this tax. Let us consider three main points: Why did Jesus refuse to get involved in separatist movements? 22:21) Of course, Jesus knew that corruption was common among tax collectors. For the last 25 years, that is the message I have been preaching.” The brother in southern Africa has replaced his spear with “the sword of the spirit,” God’s Word, as he preaches a message of peace to his neighbors, whatever their tribe. When that occurred, millions of Jews scattered abroad would return to their homeland. 5 Such expectations about the Messiah doubtless led the people of Galilee to want Jesus to become their king. Pilate was concerned that Jesus was interfering in the politics of his day, but Jesus told him that, even though He was born to be King, His Kingdom was not of this world. (b) What contrast does Jehovah see when he observes today’s world? “A nationalistic spirit has taken over, and many take for granted that political independence will improve their lives. By "My servants" (John 18:36), is Jesus referring to His disciples? Pontius Pilate asked Jesus: “Are you the King of the Jews?” (John 18:33) Perhaps the governor feared that Jesus could cause political unrest, a principal concern throughout Pilate’s rule. He thereby set the example for all his followers. He had come to bring spiritual, not material, benefits to the nation. . Biblical Commentary (Bible study) John 18:33-37 EXEGESIS: JOHN 18-19. “Work, not for the food that perishes, but for the food that remains for everlasting life,” he told them.​—John 6:25-27. We can imagine that they were thinking that Jesus would be an ideal leader. People's Bible Notes for John 18:36. (Isa. 9, 10. So far as the Church of England is concerned, III. “We were taught to kill our opponents with spears​—even those of our own tribe who supported other political parties.” A sister living in central Europe admits: “I was prejudiced, and I hated anyone who was of a different nationality or who had a religion that was different from mine.”. John 18 – Jesus’ Arrest and Trial A. 11 Many of Jehovah’s Witnesses have succeeded in moving away from strong political views that they once held. How can we in a positive way channel our desire for justice? John 8:32 The final result of Jesus’ conditional statement. THE CONTEXT Chapter 8 begins with the story of the woman caught in adultery, a story of conflict between Jesus and the scribes and Pharisees (vv. It is specially characteristic of the Gospel and Epistles of S. John.” Westcott, Introduction to S. John, p. 44. that is of the truth] That has his root in it, so as to draw the power of his life from it. It is alleged that in and by these words our Lord condemned any union between Church and State, II. "not of this realm" or "from another place" (Gr. 10 Jesus was careful to remain neutral on the taxation issue. What kind of “leaven” did Jesus tell his disciples to avoid? John 18:36. (Read John 17:16.) (Read Matthew 22:16-18.) (Luke 2:38; 3:15) Many believed that the Messiah would establish a kingdom on earth in Israel. (a) What are three ways in which we can promote unity? The two disciples who met the resurrected Jesus on the road to Emmaus also had unfulfilled hopes about the Messiah. Alluding, doubtless, to the scene of his arrest, when he bade Peter put up his sword. “If we let him go on this way, they will all put faith in him, and the Romans will come and take away both our place and our nation,” they said. 12. John 18:1-40. Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of, this world, then would my servants strive, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from, John Gill's Exposition of the Whole Bible, Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible, Robertson's Word Pictures in the New Testament, Greek Testament Critical Exegetical Commentary, Johann Albrecht Bengel's Gnomon of the New Testament, Matthew Poole's English Annotations on the Holy Bible, Alexander MacLaren's Expositions of Holy Scripture, Justin Edwards' Family Bible New Testament, Schaff's Popular Commentary on the New Testament, Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Unabridged, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers, Ernst Hengstenberg on John, Revelation, Ecclesiastes, Ezekiel & Psalms. If Jesus said that taxation was a necessary burden, he could lose the support of his followers. (b) How did those sentiments affect Jesus’ disciples? John 18:36-37. (b) How did Jesus correct their thinking? 1. “People in our area are becoming more and more radical,” notes one traveling overseer. But Jesus accepts the allegation of the Jews and proceeds to explain in what sense He is king: Ἡ βασιλεία ἡ ἐμὴ κ. τ. λ. 2 A growing trend in today’s world is reflected in the attitudes that those three once had. Caesar’s things to Caesar, but God’s things to God,” he said. After Jesus fed about 5,000 men, he sensed the mood among the people. TERMS OF USE I was so happy to learn from the Bible that only God can bring true justice to the earth. They saw him as a political and religious rival who threatened their position. Changed. 1, 2. The reproach of other-worldliness is inevitable, II. It is not an organism like the Roman empire, founded upon physical force, sustained by military establishments, defended by fortifications and entrenched in capitals. Many of their members enjoyed political power under the Roman administration. ались бы, I. I'm not sure I have much of value to add, but a couple of points do come to mind in understanding its application. No, the "more than twelve legions of angels" (Matthew 6:53, see Malchus) God the Father would provide if Jesus were to ask for them. Our king is Jesus. All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made." (1-3) Jesus enters the garden, followed by Judas and his troops. His truth means that He warns of God’s judgment if sinners do not repent and believe in Him (John 3:16, 18, 36; 5:27-29; 8:24, 40, 45-47). The tax in question was the “head tax,” a tax of one denarius levied on Roman subjects. Commentary on John 18:13-27 (Read John 18:13-27) Simon Peter denied his Master. Would you like to read this article in %%? All three made these changes because they desired to be like Christ. Copyright © 2021 Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania. 4 Apart from those extremists, ordinary Jews were keenly awaiting the arrival of a political Messiah. 15, 16. 2 Now Judas, who betrayed him, knew the place, because Jesus had often met there with his disciples. THE CONTEXT We can really understand verses 33-37 only if we look at them in the context of chapters 18-19 which include the following: THE BETRAYAL AND ARREST OF JESUS (18:1-11) … THE WATCHTOWER—STUDY EDITION June 2018, The Watchtower—Study Edition  |  June 2018, May We All Be One as Jehovah and Jesus Are One, Let God’s Laws and Principles Train Your Conscience, “Let Your Light Shine” to Glorify Jehovah. I did not realize that the causes of racial injustice had to be uprooted from people’s hearts. John 18:36 36 Jesus answered, b “ My kingdom c is not of this world . It is impossible for anything in the shape of an institution, however Divine it may be, having for its members imperfect men and women, not to have human relations, Царство Мое не от мира сего. “Jesus, knowing that they were about to come and seize him to make him king, withdrew again to the mountain all alone.” (John 6:10-15) The following day on the other side of the Sea of Galilee, the enthusiasm may have died down some. How did Jesus show that he had no interest in political movements?  |  (Luke 22:36-38) Later that night, Peter used a sword to attack a member of the mob. These small group studies of John contain outlines, cross-references, Bible study discussion questions, and applications. John 18:36 New King James Version (NKJV). “Pay back . The beginning of sin is as the letting forth of water. The book Daily Life in Palestine at the Time of Christ notes that “the religious sects into which the Jews were divided corresponded more or less to what we term political parties.” So Jesus warned his disciples: “Keep your eyes open; look out for the leaven of the Pharisees and the leaven of Herod.” (Mark 8:15) That reference to Herod likely refers to the party followers of Herod. He was in the beginning with God. The following article will look at how we can successfully face this challenge, as Christians did in the first century. “After taking social studies classes at the university, I developed radical views,” says a sister in Great Britain. 7. Denomination: Brethren. He corrected that idea by giving them the illustration of the minas. Biblical Commentary (Bible study) John 8:31-36 EXEGESIS: JOHN 8. No doubt, he was incensed at the injustice of Jesus’ nighttime arrest. 12 In Jesus’ day, religion was often mixed up in politics. Thankfully, the brothers have safeguarded their Christian unity by concentrating on preaching the good news of the Kingdom. Yet John 15:7 shows how closely the Word and his words intertwine: “If you abide in me, and my words abide in you …” Those who want to be disciples (remembering that the Greek word for disciple means “learner”) must remain in Jesus and make room for Jesus’ words govern their actions, because the Word of God speaks the words of God. 8. 6:33. Freedom from the bondage of living in ignorance according to the course of this world with a mind _____ by the deceit and lies of the god of this age – truth that sets you free from the bondage to sin. (Acts 5:37) Some of the Zealots even resorted to violence to further their goals. Two would be sufficient to teach them a vital lesson. If it were, my servants would fight to prevent my arrest by the Jewish leaders. And as Jehovah observes our divided world, it must warm his heart to see the unity that exists among his people.​—Read Zephaniah 3:17. (Read Luke 24:21.) “Jesus, knowing that they were about to come and seize him to make him king, withdrew again to the mountain all alone.” (John 6:10-15) The following day on the other side of the Sea of Galilee, the enthusiasm may have died down some. It is time that defenders of the Christian Faith gave up apologising for it. And the corruption of the tax collectors increased the sense of being under a heavy burden. Zacchaeus, the chief tax collector in Jericho, had become rich by extorting money from the people. He told Pilate that his work on earth was to “bear witness to the truth.”​—Read John 18:37. With this Jesus consciously proclaimed that He was God, connecting His words to the many previous I am statements recorded in the Gospel of John, especially in John 8:58 (but also John 6:48, 8:12, 9:5, 10:9, 10:11-14, 10:36, 11:25, 14:6). (See paragraph 7). “My Kingdom Is No Part of This World”, Publication download options “For this I have come into the world, that I should bear witness to the truth.”​—JOHN 18:37. (Matt. 11. (a) How did political and religious issues lead to violence and injustice? On the other side there was a garden, and he and his disciples went into it. The sin of lying is a fruitful sin; one lie needs another to support it, and that another. Now I am serving as a regular pioneer in a sign-language congregation, and I am learning to reach out to all kinds of people.”. Is your focus on the world’s problems or on God’s Kingdom? Christianity is not in its basis of this world, I. (b) What questions will we answer in this study? Sometimes, however, our unity can be threatened by prejudice. If My kingdom were of this world , then My servants would be fighting so that I would not be handed over to the Jews ; but as it is , My kingdom is not 2 of this realm .” Joh 18:36 My kingdom is not of this world. He has performed the part of a heaven-sent king. 9 Jesus’ enemies tried to trap Jesus by getting him to take sides on a taxation issue. (a) Why did the people of Galilee want Jesus to be their king? Jesus then explained to the crowd the true nature of his work. And it was a white sister who patiently helped me to make the journey. They do that instead of forming strong opinions about, or speaking out against, certain unjust practices.​—Matt. 15 The sister in southern Europe mentioned earlier learned this same lesson. Nicodemus said to Him, “How can a man be born when he is old? 5. Comp. John 18:36 Free Nature & Bible Desktop Background Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence. While Jesus did preach to the world by warning it (Matthew 4:25; 5:1), He remained separate from its politics. You is emphatic, so the sense is, “You! 3:1, 3)  While the world becomes more divided, how can Christians safeguard their unity? 18:36 My kingdom is not of this world - Is not an external, but a spiritual kingdom; that I might not be delivered to the Jews - Which Pilate had already attempted to do, #Joh 18:31|, and afterward actually did, #Joh 19:16|. And how did Jesus teach us that violence against others is not justified? Pilate’s question, “Are You the King of the Jews?” was probably incredulous. If my kingdom were of this world , d my servants would have been fighting , that e I might not be delivered over to the Jews . Fighting injustice was something to be left to God. 14 Caiaphas sent soldiers to arrest Jesus under the cover of night. THE WATCHTOWER—STUDY EDITION June 2018, Audio download options 13:1) While political issues stir people up, divide them, and provoke senseless violence, we maintain our peace and unity. Jesus was aware of this shameful strategy, so during his final meal with the apostles, he asked them to get some swords. “FROM an early age, I saw only injustice,” recalls a sister in southern Europe, who was reflecting on her past. . 17 We have seen that we can promote Christian unity in three ways: (1) We put our trust in God’s heavenly Kingdom to correct injustice, (2) we refuse to take sides in political issues, and (3) we reject violence. Had it been so, my servants would have striven to prevent my being surrendered to the Jews. Give an example of the burden faced by first-century Jews. John 18:36 36 Jesus answered, “ a My kingdom 1 is not of this world . “So I rejected the political system in my country, and I supported what many viewed as radical ideas. (Luke 19:11-13, 15) Jesus also stated his neutral position to the Roman authorities. But Jesus did not want to get sidetracked, diverted from the much more important issue. 13, 14. Tax collectors might purchase a position of authority at a public auction and then profit from what was collected. Jesus has been teaching "all the people" in the temple (v. 2), and continues You’re the King of the Jews?” If Pilate’s question had been sincere in terms of determining who Jesus really is, he would have been on the right path, because the most important question for every person to answer correctly is, “Who is Jesus Christ?” If He is who He claimed to be, then He is worthy of your trust and submission. I. How did he demonstrate the need for God’s servants to avoid taking sides on political issues? (a) How is the world becoming more divided? Jesus claimed that His kingdom was not a temporal/political reign (cf. Betrayal and arrest in the garden. How did Jesus make clear that he did not seek political power on earth? Although I was good at winning arguments, I still ended up feeling frustrated. They wanted to keep the status quo. 36 Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not of this world. After Jesus fed about 5,000 men, he sensed the mood among the people. Summary: Why is the birth of Jesus significant and what does it mean to us today. (Eph. —My kingdom is not one of the political nations of the earth. (a) How did Jesus’ enemies try to get him involved in a political issue? As the Bible foretold, people of all sorts are “not open to any agreement” during these last days. If My kingdom were of this world, My servants would fight, so that I should not be delivered to the Jews; but now My kingdom is not from here.” Many of those extremists followed the ideas of Judas the Galilean. Jesus taught his disciples that they must maintain neutrality in these circumstances. 17:12; 57:20, 21; Rev. (John 11:48) Thus, High Priest Caiaphas took the lead in plotting Jesus’ death.​—John 11:49-53; 18:14. 1-11). 16 And how important these changes are! 13 When religion is mixed with politics, violence can easily erupt. “I have seen that violence does not bring justice,” she observes. My kingdom is not of a worldly nature, nor is it established by worldly means. In fact, for many years I was the girlfriend of a terrorist.” A brother in southern Africa had also previously justified violence. It represented their subjection to Rome. (b) What do we learn from Jesus’ response? JOHN 18:37 37 Pilate therefore said to Him, “Are You a king then?” Jesus answered, “You say rightly that I … Christians seek the Kingdom of God and his righteousness. Other Barnes' Notes entries containing John 18:36: Matthew 27:11 Luke 23:4 John 18:38 John 19:9 1 Timothy 6:13 John 18:35 : John 18:37 >> DISCLAIMER: Church of the Great God (CGG) provides these resources to aid the individual in studying the Bible. Subjects of Rome, including those who listened to Jesus, were required to pay many taxes, such as on goods, land, and houses. John 18:36-38 (B) Jesus And Herod John 18:39-40 Barabbas John 18 Bible Study Questions (Handout) JOHN 18:1 1 When Jesus had spoken these words, He went out with His disciples over the Brook Kidron, where there was a garden, which He and His disciples entered. John 18 is the eighteenth chapter of the Gospel of John in the New Testament of the Christian Bible.This chapter records the events on the day of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, starting with his arrest on the evening before, which in Jewish calculation would form part of the same day. (Matt. It showed that Jesus, the “man of noble birth” would have to go away for a long time. 6:17) And after becoming one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, the sister in central Europe married a brother from an ethnic group she formerly hated. Jesus said His kingdom was not of this world (John 18:36). That is related to the reason why the chief priests and the Pharisees planned to kill Jesus. (See opening picture.). They look to God to solve injustice and the other problems we face.”. 36 Jesus said, “My kingdom is not of this world. We can learn much by examining how Jesus handled a situation in the first century when the land was unsettled by political turmoil. 16:6, 12) Interestingly, this conversation took place not long after the occasion when the people wanted to make Jesus king. (See opening picture.). Matthew’s account reveals that Jesus also mentioned the Sadducees in this conversation. THE WATCHTOWER—STUDY EDITION June 2018, Share Jewish Zealots, or nationalists, stirred up these feelings among the people. Jesus Arrested. What balanced position on taxation did Jesus recommend? “I wanted to champion the rights of black people, since we had suffered so much injustice. “I saw that those who resort to violence often end up dead. John 18:36. What is the Christian’s position on the use of violence? (See opening picture.). They should avoid becoming involved in political issues, no matter how right or just a certain cause might seem. PRIVACY POLICY, https://assetsnffrgf-a.akamaihd.net/assets/m/2018441/univ/art/2018441_univ_sqr_xl.jpg, https://assetsnffrgf-a.akamaihd.net/assets/a/w/E/201806/wpub/w_E_201806_lg.jpg, Share 6 Shortly before his death, Jesus realized  that some of his followers were expecting him to set up an earthly kingdom centered in Jerusalem. Recall that John the Baptist once asked Jesus: “Are you the Coming One, or are we to expect a different one?” (Matt. 3, 4. That is, they expected that when the Messiah appeared, he would bring glory to their nation and freedom from the yoke of Rome. He was a false messiah in the first century who misled a large number. To make the journey unfulfilled hopes about the Messiah doubtless led the people of Galilee want Jesus to be to... 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