John 5:32-36

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on John 5:32-36

32There is another who testifies about Me, and I know that His testimony about Me is valid.
33You have sent to John, and he has testified to the truth.
34Even though I do not accept human testimony, I say these things so that you may be saved.
35John was a lamp that burned and gave light, and you were willing for a season to bask in his light.
36But I have testimony more substantial than that of John. For the works that the Father has given Me to accomplish — the very works I am doing — testify about Me that the Father has sent Me.
— John 5:32-36

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A Greater Testimony
Illustration of John 5:33-34 NLT

Illustration of John 5:33-34 NLT -- [Jesus said,] "In fact, you sent investigators to listen to John the [Baptizer], and his testimony about me was true. Of course, I have no need of human witnesses, but I say these things so you might be saved."

Believe My Words and Deeds
Illustration of John 5:35-36 NLT

Illustration of John 5:35-36 NLT -- [Jesus said,] "John was like a burning and shining lamp, and you were excited for a while about his message. But I have a greater witness than John — my teachings and my miracles. The Father gave me these works to accomplish, and they prove that he sent me."

The Testimony of Someone Else
Illustration of John 5:31-32 NLT

Illustration of John 5:31-32 NLT -- [Jesus said,] "If I were to testify on my own behalf, my testimony would not be valid. But someone else is also testifying about me, and I assure you that everything he says about me is true."

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