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Thoughts on the Gospel of John (64)

I do not seek my own glory; there is one who seeks and judges. Most assuredly, I say to you, If anyone keeps my word, he shall never see death. Then the Jews said to him, Now we know that you have a demon. Abraham is dead, and the prophets; and you say, If anyone keeps my word, he shall never taste death.
John 8:50-52.

Thoughts on the Gospel of John (64)
We can only wonder at the perfect Man, Jesus Christ, who is eternal God at the same time. How calmly He reacts to the worst insult cast at Him: ascribing a demon to Him. What He once said: "I am meek and lowly of heart" (Matthew 11:29) now proved true. There was no resentment. What a contrast to the many who are out to defend themselves, and in so doing abuse those who insult them!

Jesus left all to His Father. He was content to serve and was able to save. How astonishing it is in this connection to see Him again inviting people to follow Him: "Most assuredly, I say to you, if anyone keeps my word, he shall never see death" (even if he had been an infamous enemy). This message of salvation can only come from a heart filled with divine love, and it merits finding acceptance.

However, Jesus' enemies exploit this powerful statement triumphantly as proof that Abraham and the prophets had nothing to do with His doctrine, since they were indisputably dead. If Jesus said such a thing, He must be demon-possessed. Jesus had of course not meant physical death but the second death, eternal separation from God. From this He wished to save mankind, and that is still so today!

(to be continued next Sunday)

Today's reading: Isaiah 49:14-26 Â· Hebrews 11:8-16

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