John 8:38-59

1. Works of your father. 

We all carry similarities, characteristics, and traits from our family. So, how are you like your parents? Have you chosen the positive character traits of your families life? 

Abraham exhibited traits of Righteousness. He was faithful. He was willing to sacrifice his own son, though Isaac was ultimately spared. Abraham was a good financial steward. He trusted God. He listened to God. He spoke with God. Jesus is calling these attributes out of the crowd of people, yet at the same time pointing out the truth of their mistakes, err, and sin. Genesis 11:26 - Genesis 25:18; Hebrews 11:8 - 19

2. The devil is your father.

In a moment of foreshadow and truth Jesus pints out the similarities the crowd has to the devil . This bond of evil is stronger than the righteousness they speak when they state, we are children of Abraham. The people's attributes are:

Pride, Murderous, Manipulative, Full of Lies. 

Do I exhibit Godly traits like Abraham, or ungodly traits like the world? Who does my life look more like, God or His enemies?

3. Jesus' Honoring Character

Jesus honors His Father.

Jesus operates in humility.

Jesus speaks a blessing: If you keep my word you will never see death.

If Jesus said He did not know God, then He would be a liar. Because He knows God and is God.

Jesus calls Himself, I AM. John 8:58

4.How can I exhibit a Christ Honoring Character?

I can honor God. I honor God at all times, no exceptions. I honor God with my thoughts, words, and actions.  I honor God everywhere my foot steps.

I operate in humility. I squelch my pride. I don't always need to be right or correct in every situation. I may even need to sacrifice my "rights" for others who have no rights. Love my neighbour.

Keep the Word of God. 

Pray without ceasing.

Look forward to the day of Christ's return.