John 12:39-43

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on John 12:39-43

39For this reason they were unable to believe. For again, Isaiah says:
40“He has blinded their eyes
and hardened their hearts,
so that they cannot see with their eyes,
and understand with their hearts,
and turn,
and I would heal them.”
41Isaiah said these things because he saw Jesus’ glory and spoke about Him.
42Nevertheless, many of the leaders believed in Him; but because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him, for fear that they would be put out of the synagogue.
43For they loved praise from men more than praise from God.
— John 12:39-43

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