In our reading from the Brith Chadashah, Yeshua brings His public ministry to a close. He declares that to believe in Him is to believe in the One who sent Him, and to see Him is to see the Father. He has come as light into the world, that those who trust in Him may not remain in darkness. His words themselves will be a judge in the last day, for they are the Father’s commandment, which is life eternal. The section ends by turning to the intimacy of the Last Supper—knowing that His hour had come, Yeshua prepared to depart through the Passion, loving His disciples unto the end.
A few points for application:
To believe in Yeshua is to behold the Father. In a time of confusion in this dark world, we must hold fast to the light that dispels darkness.
The words of Yeshua remain the measure of our fidelity. We must hear and respond in obedience.
Yeshua’s love is constant, even in trial. This love strengthens us to live with courage and hope.