Jesus' farewell discourse is a reminder that Christians are never alone, says California professor

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Dr. Jeannine Hanger of Biola University in California shared insight on Jesus' 'farewell discourse' shortly before His crucifixion — and what this means for Christians today.

Christians should meditate on the feelings of absence that the disciples experienced after the arrest and crucifixion of Jesus Christ when they, too, are feeling alone, Dr. Jeannine Hanger told Fox News Digital. Hanger is an assistant professor at the Talbot School of Theology at Biola University in La Mirada, California. 'When my husband and I dropped our daughter off at university, we had no idea how grateful we would be for FaceTime,' Hanger told Fox News Digital via email.

God's mission of salvation started with Israel and 'is now being fulfilled by Jesus, the true vine and nexus of the people of God,' said Hanger. 'The Father tends the vine by caring for the branches , who in turn are exhorted to remain in Jesus, the vine.' Hanger said she likes this metaphor in particular, as 'it pictures a stable connection between Jesus and His disciples.

In this Lenten season, may we draw encouragement from this garden scene. These are words of life, offering the tangible reminder that we are not alone.' For more Lifestyle articles, visit www.foxnews.com/lifestyle

 

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