John 13:13
I. “Teacher” (“Master,” KJV)
- A. Greek = didaskalos
B. Jesus as God’s spokesman (Hebrews 1:1-2)
C. The authenticity of His teaching (Hebrews 2:3-4)
D. The authority of His teaching (Matthew 7:28-29; John 12:48-50; Hebrews 5:9)
II. “Lord”
- A. Greek = kurios
B. Roman Emperors Nero and Domitian (1 Corinthians 8:5-6; Ephesians 4:4-6)
C. Used in conjunction with other terms
- 1. Christ (Acts 2:36)
2. Savior (2 Peter 3:18; Philippians 3:20)
3. His triumphant return (1 Corinthians 1:7; 2 Thessalonians 1:7; 2 Corinthians 1:14)
III. How should we respond to Him as “Teacher and Lord”?
- A. We should be His disciples or learners (Matthew 11:28-30; John 8:31-32)
B. We should confess Him as Lord in word and deed (Luke 6:46-49; Romans 10:9-10)