Stop and meditate on each point that Jesus makes in this ONE bible verse. Slow down and read every line. Holy Spirit please reveal your Word to us, in Jesus' Name.
John 15:16 (Geneva)
a) Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you...
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b) and ordained you...
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c) that ye go and bring forth fruits...
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d) and that your fruit remain...
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e) that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my Name, he may give it you.
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In general a Christian's favourite part of this verse is usually part e. But stop and read the context and the conditions of this promise. The verse is all one sentence, a single complete thought that houses several different important points.
He chose you... it was not you who chose Jesus. He chose us and ORDAINED us (set us in order, arranged us). He wants us to GO and bear FRUIT (Gal. 5:22-23). Not only that but He wants our fruit to REMAIN ( be constant). In that context, we can ask the Father for anything in Jesus' Name, and He will grant it to us, in His due time.
Blessings!
Pastor Curtis
Pastor Curtis
9-11-16 4:37 PM EST
