Bible Studies

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"Thomas saith unto him, Lord, we know not whither thou goest; and how can we know the way?" (John 14:5).

The chapter in which the above words occur is a chapter of questions. Mental perplexity prevails
on the side of the disciples. Strange things are being said to them; things which represent the complete reversal of all their deeply rooted
ideas; things which turn their world of expectation upside down. Disappointment, despair, disillusionment, and grief strive to
submerge them. "We know not." "How know we?" "Show us." "What is come to pass?" These are some of their bewildered ejaculations. But
they are only a very few of the many questions which are covered by the comprehensive answer. Indeed, a whole future life is embraced by what these questions elicit from the Lord.

1. Firstly, He makes it clear that the answer to their questions is not - in the first instance, nor in itself at all - a matter of teaching, doctrine,
truths, or traditions, but union with a Divine Person; "I am

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