A severe, exacting defense of Christ's power in John.
This chapter takes up a hard doctrinal question: how Christ can promise greater works to believers and still be confessed as the one who acts with divine authority.
Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 9
Cyril of Alexandria
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In Book 9 of our Commentary on St. Johns Gospel, we delve into the profound teachings found in John 1249 - 1420. Join us as we explore the rich insights and spiritual messages that resonate within these verses, summarized by The Reader.
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Based on 5 episodes we listened to · September 2026
Close textual reasoning makes Christian claims about the Trinity, incarnation, and Holy Spirit visible as arguments rather than isolated declarations.
Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 9 turns John 14:11-20 into a sustained theological argument, presented as a serialized reading rather than conversational discussion.
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The word 'in' gets cross-examined; your Bible margin notes may finally feel seen.
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A rigorous scriptural case for doctrinal precision.
The chapter argues forcefully over what Scripture means by "in God." It reads Psalms alongside Paul to show that the phrase can mean "by God" rather than a direct claim about divine essence, then carries that reading back to the Son's relation to the Father.
A steady, heavy defense of the Son as above creation and not bound like finite things.
It makes its case for the Son's divinity by drawing a hard line between what is finite and what is above creation. The Son is set apart from things shaped by place, size, origin, and limit, while the Godhead is treated as something more than the language used for creatures.
A measured meditation on incarnation and redemption.
The episode traces why the only begotten took flesh, moving from Paul's language about gathering all things in Christ to the Son sharing in flesh and blood so death itself is put down.
Careful theology that lingers on the Spirit's promise and the relation of Father, Son, and Spirit.
This reading tracks Christ's promise not to leave his disciples desolate through a disciplined doctrinal argument. It moves from the Spirit's indwelling to the adoption of sons, then sets that promise against worldliness and the need for a heart fit for divine presence.
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013 - Chapter 1 pt 4 Jn 1416-19
Hidden gemCyril of Alexandria’s Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 9, Chapter 1 Part 4 focuses on John 14:16–19 and the promise of “another Comforter.” The episode argues that the Holy Spirit is not created, not alien to the Father and the Son, and is given “through the Son” to believers who become “temples of God.” Cyril repeatedly cites John 14:16–19, 1 John 2:1, 1 Corinthians 2:16, and Romans 8:15 to connect the passage to the Trinity and to Paul’s language about the Spirit.
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014 - Chapter 1 pt 5 Jn 1420
Hidden gemCommentary on the Gospel of John, Book 9, episode 014 examines John 14:20, “I am in my Father, and ye in me, and I in you,” through Cyril of Alexandria’s theological argument.
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003 - Intro pt 3 Jn 1319-27
A reading and exposition of Cyril of Alexandria's commentary on the Gospel of John, chapters 12:49-14:20, focusing on Jesus' foretelling of events and the significance of belief.
Feb 10, 2026·26m - 4
011 - Chapter 1 pt 2 Jn 1411
He begins by pushing back on how Scripture uses phrases like 'in God.' The point is that these words usually mean divine help rather than divine essence, and he uses the Psalms and Paul to show that everyday biblical speech resists a literal reading.
Feb 10, 2026·32m·2 clips - 5
012 - Chapter 1 pt 3 Jn 1411-15
This episode is a theological commentary on John 14:11-15, exploring Christ's divine nature and His relationship with the Father.
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005 - Intro pt 5 Jn 1333-35
A theological commentary on John 12:49-14:20, exploring the spiritual meaning of Jesus' words to his disciples.
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008 - Intro pt 8 Jn 147-8
This episode is a theological commentary on John 12:49-14:20, exploring the teachings of Jesus and their spiritual significance.
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007 - Intro pt 7 Jn 142-6
A theological commentary on John 12:49-14:20, exploring the meaning of many mansions in heaven and encouraging believers to trust in Christ.
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009 - Intro pt 9 Jn 149-10
A theological commentary on John 12:49-14:20, exploring the nature of Christ and the Father.
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010 - Chapter 1 pt 1 Jn 1411
This episode presents a theological commentary on John 14:11, exploring the consubstantial relationship between the Father and Son within the Trinity.
Feb 10, 2026·31m·2 clips - 11
001 - Intro pt 1 Jn 1249-138
Hidden gemA commentary on the Gospel of John, chapter 12 verses 49-50, discussing Jesus' teachings and rebuke of the Jewish people.
Feb 10, 2026·28m·2 clips - 12
006 - Intro pt 6 Jn 1336-141
A reading of Cyril of Alexandria's commentary on John 12:49-14:20, exploring the theological meaning of Christ's words and Peter's questions.
Feb 10, 2026·31m - 13
004 - Intro pt 4 Jn 1328-32
A theological commentary on John 12:49-14:20, analyzing the meaning of Jesus' words to Judas and the surrounding context.
Feb 10, 2026·27m·1 clip - 14
002 - Intro pt 2 Jn 139-18
This episode provides a detailed theological commentary on John 13:6-9, focusing on Peter's initial refusal and subsequent acceptance of Jesus washing his feet.
Feb 10, 2026·32m