The Freedom of Truth: Jesus' Teachings on Sin and Faith

Jesus reveals that true freedom comes from accepting his teachings and knowing God.

### The Truth that Sets You Free: A Dialogue on Faith and Identity
* 📖 "If you obey my teaching, you are really my disciples. You will **know the truth**, and the truth will **set you free**."
* 🔗 Jesus emphasizes that true freedom comes from **understanding and accepting his teachings**, contrasting it with the idea of being descendants of Abraham who claim **never to have been enslaved**.
* 🗣 He points out that "**everyone who sins is a slave of sin**," suggesting that **spiritual bondage is more significant than physical status**.
* 👨 Jesus asserts that while a slave does not belong permanently, a son does, indicating that **true belonging and freedom** come from a relationship with him.
* ⚔ He challenges the audience's intentions, stating that their actions contradict their claims of being Abraham's children, as they **sought to kill him despite his truth-telling**.
* 👿 He declares that their refusal to accept his message shows they are "**children of their father the devil**," who embodies **lies and murder**.
* 🕊 Jesus claims that those who truly come from God will **listen to his words**, while those who do not are not from God and thus **reject his message**.
* 🌟 He concludes by affirming his unique relationship with God, claiming, "**Before Abraham was born, I am**," highlighting his **divine authority and identity**.

If you obey my teaching, you are really my disciples. You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. We are the descendants of Abraham, and we have never been anybody's slaves. What do you mean then by saying you will be free? I am telling you the truth. Everyone who sins is a slave of sin. A slave does not belong to a family permanently, but a son belongs there forever. If the son sets you free, then you will be really free. I know you were Abraham's descendants, yet you were trying to kill me because you will not accept my teaching. I talked about what my father has shown me, but you do what your father has told you. My father is Abraham. If you really were Abraham's children, you would do the same things that he did. All I have ever done is to tell you the truth I heard from God, yet you were trying to kill me. Abraham did nothing like this. You were doing what your father did. God Himself is the only father we have, and we are his true children.

[Applause] but God really where your father you would love me because I came from God. And now I am here. I did not come on my own authority but he sent me. Why do you not understand what I say? It is because you cannot bear to listen to my message. You are the children of your father the devil. From the very beginning he was a murderer and has never been on the side of truth because there is no truth in him. When he tells a lie he is only doing what is natural to him because he is a liar and the father of all lies. But I tell the truth and that is why you do not believe me. Which one of you can prove that I am guilty of sin? If I tell the truth then why do you not believe me? He who comes from God listens to God's words. You however I'm not from God and that is why you will not listen. Were we not right in saying that you are a Samaritan and have a demon in you?

I honor my father, but you dishonor me. I am not seeking honor for myself, but there is one who is seeking it and who judges in my favor. I am telling you the truth: whoever obeys my teaching will never die. Now we know for sure that you have a demon. Abraham died, and the prophets died. Did you say that whoever obeys your teaching will never die? Our father Abraham died. He did not claim to be greater than Abraham, do you? And the prophets also died. Who do you think you are? If I were to honor myself, that honor would be worth nothing. The one who honors me is my father, the very one you say is your God. You have never known him, but I know. If I were to say that I do not know him, I would be a liar like you, but I do know him and I obey his word. [Applause] Don't bother. Abram rejoiced to see the time of my coming. He saw it and was glad. You're not even fifty years

old and you have seen Abraham. I'm telling you the truth. Before Abraham was born. [Music] I then have picked up stones to florrum. [Applause] but Jesus hid himself and left the temple. [Applause] you

Life of Jesus (Gospel of John), (English), Great Confrontation

Jesus Film

Obeying Jesus' teachings is the key to being His true disciples and finding freedom from sin.

Despite being descendants of Abraham, the listeners are challenged for their actions and disbelief.

Jesus emphasizes His divine authority and truth, contrasting Himself with the devil, and calls out the listeners for not accepting His message.

Jesus emphasizes the importance of his teaching, claiming that obedience to it leads to eternal life.

He contrasts himself with Abraham and the prophets, asserting his unique relationship with God.

Jesus challenges his listeners' understanding of his authority and reveals his knowledge of God's will.

Jesus asserts his existence before Abraham, causing a strong reaction from the crowd.

The tension escalates, leading some to pick up stones against him.

Ultimately, Jesus hides himself and leaves the temple.