08 Conclusion: Abiding in Jesus

Walking in Wisdom: The Way of Life and Peace

The conclusion wraps up exploration of the Christian life by reflecting on a life-giving metaphor that Jesus himself employed in comforting his early followers as he prepared them for his imminent trial and crucifixion. Jesus encouraged his first followers to “abide” in him by continuing in close, personal relationship with him. This sort of intimate relationship involves trust in who Jesus is and dependence on what only he can provide. Trust and dependence of this kind is characterized by obedience to his teaching, peace, joy, and abundant life. Because we are not the source of life, we must depend on Jesus rather than ourselves for life, peace, and all else needed to walk in a manner worthy of our calling to follow him.

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