Exegetical study of John 16

25–33 And the Church in persecution in Nigeria

Bibliographic Data

ID21493839
AuthorsChidinma Precious Ukeachusim (0000-0001-9288-9342, University of Nigeria, corresponding author)
Year2022
Volume78
Issue4
Publication date2022-06-13
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueHTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0259-9422 • E-ISSN: 2072-8050
PublisherAOSIS (PUBLISHER • ZA)
DOI10.4102/hts.v78i4.7366
OpenAlexW4225661618
LanguageEN
Citations received2
References cited2

Currently, there is a high rate of persecution unleashed on Christians worldwide with a special reference to Nigeria. Globally, Nigeria accounts for more than 70% of Christians being killed because of their identification with the Christian faith. This makes Nigeria one of the most dangerous countries for Christians. Employing the redaction method of doing biblical exegesis, this study explores and interprets the context of John 16:25–33 and applies its theological findings to the similar reality of Nigerian Christians being confronted with severe persecutions. This study argues that the lessons drawn from John 16:25–33 can equip Nigerian Christians to have the peace Jesus promised consolidated in their hearts as they are being persecuted because of their faith in him.Contribution: This study addressed the issue of the high rate of persecution being unleashed on the Church in Nigeria from the theological stance of John 16:25–33. The study recommends that the lessons drawn from John 16:25–33 can equip the persecuted Church in Nigeria to enjoy the peace Jesus promised the Church

Archaeology · Exegesis · Faith · Persecution · Political science · Redaction · Sociology · Theology · Biblical Studies and Interpretation · Christian Theology and Mission · Contemporary Christian Leadership and Education · History · Law · Philosophy · Religious studies

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