The Advent of the Weakener

Dennis Tuuri

Outline: John 16:4B-15 The Advent of the Weakener Sermon Outline for March 9, 2003 by Pastor Dennis R. Tuuri Intro John 13-17 (The Literary Development of John 13-17, A Chiastic Reading by Wayne Brouwer ) A. Gathering Scene (Unity and Love) 13:1-35 B. Prediction of Disciples’ Denial 13:35-38 C. Departure, Assurance of Father’s Power 14:1-14 D. The Promise of the Advocate 14:15-26 E. Troubling Encounter With The World 14:27-31 F. The Vine and the Branches (Unity and Love) 15:1-17 E’. Troubling Encounter With The World 15:18-16:4a D’. The Promise of the Advocate 16:4b-15 C’. Departure, Assurance of Father’s Power 16:16-28 B’. Prediction of Disciples’ Denial 16:29-33 A’. Departing Prayer (Unity and Love) 17:1-26