Title: How Much More…. Becoming like God in His Justice
Texts: John 10:22-39, Psalm 82
Jesus defines Himself in John 10:34
- The Context – Jesus is defending Himself against unbelief.
- The Method – How much more? Common technique….
- The Point – Jesus truly is God.
What is the lesser? – Psalm 82
- God calls men “gods” – v. 6
- A defining characteristic of “Godness” is justice
- God pronounces his judgement – Since they are not acting like, it they are demoted to mortality
The Greater is proven right by His actions!
- Does what the Father does – John 10:37
- Contrast v. 38
What this means for us….
- Act in justice – Psalm 82:2-4
We become His and gain eternal life (contrast with mortality) – Romans 2:7