John 14:30 - I will no longer talk much with you, for the ruler of this world is coming, and he has nothing in Me.
Thank you very much wotsup, this verse indicates how little you know of what was in Jesus mind when he prayed John 17:3
Jesus definitely had the rulers /Gods of this world on his mind v 7:3 and the mission he was sent here to accomplish, he definitely wasn’t here with a mindset to establish your anti-trinitarian notion
Lets look at the mind ser of Jesus here
In this verse, Jesus is speaking to His disciples shortly before His crucifixion. as per His prayer V17:3 He indicates that His time with them is coming to an end and that He will not speak with them much longer. The "ruler of this world" refers to Satan or the forces of evil, which are in opposition to God’s purposes. Jesus asserts that this ruler has "no claim" on Him, emphasizing His purity, authority, and the fact that He is not under the sway of evil, the struggle against evil, and the assurance that Jesus, as the holy Son of God, is ultimately in control and unassailable by the forces of darkness. It reassures believers of Christ's victory over sin and evil, even as He prepares to face His impending trials.
When we consider John 14:30 alongside John 17:3, we can see a deeper understanding of the contrast between the true God and the "ruler of this world."
In John 17:3, Jesus identifies the Father as the "only true God" and emphasizes the relationship that believers can have with Him through knowing Him. This underscores the essence of what it means to have eternal life, being in a relationship with the true God.
In John 14:30, Jesus speaks of the "ruler of this world," which represents the forces of evil and opposition to God. This ruler stands in stark contrast to the "only true God." While the ruler may have influence in the world, Jesus asserts that he has no claim on Him, highlighting the authority and supremacy of God over all.
The juxtaposition of these verses indicates that true life and fulfillment come from knowing the true God, not from succumbing to the temptations and claims of the ruler of this world. Jesus’s mission is to draw people away from the influences of the world and into relationship with God, which leads to eternal life.
These two verses highlights the distinction between the divine nature of God, who provides eternal life through knowing Him and Jesus, and the temporary, corrupting influence of worldly powers that stand against God. This reinforces the message of hope and assurance in Christ, emphasizing that believers can find true life and purpose in their relationship with the Father and the Son, despite the opposition they may face in the world.
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