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John 12:41
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Belief and Unbelief
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.
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
When he saw his glory - Isa 6:1, etc. I saw Jehovah, said the prophet, sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up, and his train filled the temple. Above it stood the seraphim; and one cried unto another, and said, Holy, holy, holy, is Jehovah, God of hosts; the whole earth shall be full of his glory! It appears evident, from this passage, that the glory which the prophet saw was the glory of Jehovah: John, therefore, saying here that it was the glory of Jesus, shows that he considered Jesus to be Jehovah. See Bishop Pearce. Two MSS. and a few versions have Θεου, and του Θεου αὑτου, the glory of God, or of his God.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
These things said Esaias, when he saw his glory, and spake of him--a key of immense importance to the opening of Isaiah's vision (Isa 6:1-13), and all similar Old Testament representations. "THE SON is the King Jehovah who rules in the Old Testament and appears to the elect, as in the New Testament THE SPIRIT, the invisible Minister of the Son, is the Director of the Church and the Revealer in the sanctuary of the heart" [OLSHAUSEN].
John Gill Bible Commentary
Nevertheless among the chief rulers also,.... These were the members of the Jewish sanhedrim, as Nicodemus, Joseph of Arimathea, and others: many believed on him; that he was the Messiah, though they did not believe in him in a spiritual and saving manner, as their Redeemer and Saviour, only in their minds, being convicted by his miracles, gave an assent unto him, as the promised Messiah. The two persons just mentioned may be thought truly to have believed in Christ; but the many here spoken of seem to have had only an historical faith in him, as appears by what follows: but because of the Pharisees they did not confess him; as they ought to have done, and as they would have done, if their faith had been right; for where with the heart men believe in Christ to righteousness, there, with the mouth, confession is made to salvation; and between a non-confession of Christ, and a denying him, is no medium; and Christ interprets the one to be the same with the other; see Rom 10:9; and this they did not do, because of the Pharisees, who were the inveterate and implacable enemies of Christ, and were the prevailing party in the sanhedrim: wherefore these chief rulers, though many, were afraid of them, lest they should be put out of the synagogue; for they had made a decree in the sanhedrim, that whoever confessed that Jesus was the Messiah, should be cast out; and they had put it into execution upon the man born blind, whose eyes Christ opened, for speaking in favour of his benefactor; and this had struck terror in the minds, not only of the common people; but of the chief rulers themselves; for it was looked upon as a very dreadful thing to be put out of the synagogue; See Gill on Joh 9:22.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
12:41 Isaiah had glimpsed the Messiah’s glory and how the world would respond (see Isa 6:10).
John 12:41
Belief and Unbelief
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.
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Broken or Brokenness
By Leonard Ravenhill4.4K57:02BrokennessJER 8:22ZEC 1:4MAT 6:33JHN 12:41ACT 24:25In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of prayer and intercession. He mentions how young people are leaving their careers to go to the mission field because of the power of prayer. The preacher also highlights the corruption in the nation and the holiness of God, referencing the book of Isaiah. He encourages the audience to have a deep understanding of God and His sovereignty. The preacher also criticizes the lack of prayer and devotion among Christians, comparing it to the time spent on entertainment and worldly pursuits. He concludes by expressing concern about the future and the need for the church to be informed and instructed in order to navigate the challenges ahead.
The Living Christ
By W.A. Criswell3.4K39:12PSA 23:4ISA 6:1DAN 6:22MAT 28:20JHN 12:41ACT 8:9ACT 27:23In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the presence and power of the Lord Jesus Christ in our lives. He references biblical stories such as the three Hebrew children in the fiery furnace and Daniel in the lion's den to illustrate how Jesus was with them in their trials. The preacher also mentions the Apostle Paul's experience of being shipwrecked and how an angel appeared to him, assuring him not to fear. He emphasizes that Jesus is someone who is always with us, helping and empowering us, and that serving and caring for others is a way to serve and know Christ.
Believe Jesus
By Philip Yoder1.2K52:17BeliefMAT 28:20JHN 1:17JHN 12:38JHN 12:41In this sermon, the preacher uses various examples to illustrate the concept of belief. He tells a story of a tightrope walker who asks the audience if they believe he can push a wheelbarrow across a cable, and then asks for a volunteer to get in the wheelbarrow. The preacher emphasizes that belief becomes personal when we are asked to trust Jesus with our lives. He also mentions biblical stories such as Jesus walking on water and calming a storm to demonstrate the power of belief. The sermon concludes with the preacher highlighting the responsibility each individual has to not let Satan blind their minds from believing in the gospel.
The Prophetical Glory of the Redeemer
By Octavius Winslow0The Glory of ChristUnity in the ChurchISA 6:1JHN 12:41Octavius Winslow emphasizes the prophetic glory of Jesus Christ as seen through the eyes of Isaiah, highlighting that the testimony of Jesus is the essence of prophecy. He explains how the prophets were inspired to reveal the coming Messiah, whose glory is central to their messages. Winslow encourages believers to recognize the unity of the Church in Christ, the importance of seeing His glory, and the transformative power of faith in understanding the Redeemer's work. He calls for a deeper contemplation of Christ's glory, urging Christians to reflect this glory in their lives and to promote unity within the body of Christ. Ultimately, he stresses that true understanding of Jesus leads to humility and a profound love for Him.
"The Blind Begger of John Nine" ch.9
By Charles Alexander0EXO 33:14ISA 42:6MAT 28:20JHN 9:5JHN 12:41Charles Alexander preaches about the profound significance of the blind beggar man in John 9, revealing that his physical blindness symbolizes the spiritual blindness of Israel and all of humanity. The miraculous healing of the blind man by Jesus at the pool of Siloam signifies the divine mission of Christ as the light of the world, sent by the Father to bring salvation and reveal God's glory. Through the prophetic symbolism of Immanuel, God with us, the blind man's restoration of sight represents the spiritual enlightenment and redemption offered to all who believe in Christ, fulfilling the prophecies of Isaiah and the eternal purpose of God's grace and mercy.
Jesus, the Son of God
By H.J. Vine0MAT 14:33LUK 17:17JHN 1:14JHN 4:42JHN 9:34JHN 12:41JHN 20:28JHN 20:31EPH 4:13PHP 3:8TIT 2:13HEB 1:81JN 5:5H.J. Vine preaches about a man born blind who gained sight through Jesus, facing opposition from religious leaders but finding rest and joy in knowing Jesus as the Son of God. The sermon emphasizes the importance of valuing the knowledge of the One who saves us, as seen in the story of the ten lepers and the one who returned to give thanks. It highlights the significance of growing in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, as expressed by various biblical figures like Peter, Paul, and John.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
When he saw his glory - Isa 6:1, etc. I saw Jehovah, said the prophet, sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up, and his train filled the temple. Above it stood the seraphim; and one cried unto another, and said, Holy, holy, holy, is Jehovah, God of hosts; the whole earth shall be full of his glory! It appears evident, from this passage, that the glory which the prophet saw was the glory of Jehovah: John, therefore, saying here that it was the glory of Jesus, shows that he considered Jesus to be Jehovah. See Bishop Pearce. Two MSS. and a few versions have Θεου, and του Θεου αὑτου, the glory of God, or of his God.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
These things said Esaias, when he saw his glory, and spake of him--a key of immense importance to the opening of Isaiah's vision (Isa 6:1-13), and all similar Old Testament representations. "THE SON is the King Jehovah who rules in the Old Testament and appears to the elect, as in the New Testament THE SPIRIT, the invisible Minister of the Son, is the Director of the Church and the Revealer in the sanctuary of the heart" [OLSHAUSEN].
John Gill Bible Commentary
Nevertheless among the chief rulers also,.... These were the members of the Jewish sanhedrim, as Nicodemus, Joseph of Arimathea, and others: many believed on him; that he was the Messiah, though they did not believe in him in a spiritual and saving manner, as their Redeemer and Saviour, only in their minds, being convicted by his miracles, gave an assent unto him, as the promised Messiah. The two persons just mentioned may be thought truly to have believed in Christ; but the many here spoken of seem to have had only an historical faith in him, as appears by what follows: but because of the Pharisees they did not confess him; as they ought to have done, and as they would have done, if their faith had been right; for where with the heart men believe in Christ to righteousness, there, with the mouth, confession is made to salvation; and between a non-confession of Christ, and a denying him, is no medium; and Christ interprets the one to be the same with the other; see Rom 10:9; and this they did not do, because of the Pharisees, who were the inveterate and implacable enemies of Christ, and were the prevailing party in the sanhedrim: wherefore these chief rulers, though many, were afraid of them, lest they should be put out of the synagogue; for they had made a decree in the sanhedrim, that whoever confessed that Jesus was the Messiah, should be cast out; and they had put it into execution upon the man born blind, whose eyes Christ opened, for speaking in favour of his benefactor; and this had struck terror in the minds, not only of the common people; but of the chief rulers themselves; for it was looked upon as a very dreadful thing to be put out of the synagogue; See Gill on Joh 9:22.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
12:41 Isaiah had glimpsed the Messiah’s glory and how the world would respond (see Isa 6:10).