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The gospel of John’s “from above” orientation transforms our human “from below” assumptions and habits. It draws us into union with God and into unity with one another. It communicates who Jesus is, in both intimate and profound dimensions. The book of John shapes Christian identity, invigorates worship, and implants eternal hope. “John’s gospel defies description,” marvels Willard Swartley. “It...

Jesus’ promise of resurrection means death has lost its power; eternal life (cf. John 3:15–17, 36; 5:26) is realized now and in the life to come. New life begins now; dying physically does not end this gift of life that extends eternally through Jesus’ and God’s resurrection power [Eschatology, p. 512] [Eternal Life, p. 513]. Jesus’ teaching is visualized by Howard-Brook (1994: 256, adapted here) in chiastic analysis: A MARTHA: Lord, if you had been here … (11:21–22) B MARTHA and rise (vv. 22–24)
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