John 16:9
John 16:9 in Multiple Translations
in regard to sin, because they do not believe in Me;
Of sin, because they believe not on me;
of sin, because they believe not on me;
Of sin, because they have not faith in me;
Sin, for they don't trust in me.
Of sinne, because they beleeued not in me:
concerning sin indeed, because they do not believe in me;
about sin, because they don’t believe in me;
Of sin, because they believe not on me;
Of sin: because they believed not in me.
He will tell people that their greatest sin is that they do not believe in me.
You see, the people that belong to this world don’t believe in me, so they are going against God.
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Study Notes — John 16:9
- Context
- Cross References
- John 16:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on John 16:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on John 16:9
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on John 16:9
- Trapp's Commentary on John 16:9
- Ellicott's Commentary on John 16:9
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on John 16:9
- Cambridge Bible on John 16:9
- Barnes' Notes on John 16:9
- Whedon's Commentary on John 16:9
- Sermons on John 16:9
Context — The Promise of the Holy Spirit
9in regard to sin, because they do not believe in Me;
10in regard to righteousness, because I am going to the Father and you will no longer see Me; 11and in regard to judgment, because the prince of this world has been condemned.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | John 15:22–25 | If I had not come and spoken to them, they would not be guilty of sin. Now, however, they have no excuse for their sin. Whoever hates Me hates My Father as well. If I had not done among them the works that no one else did, they would not be guilty of sin; but now they have seen and hated both Me and My Father. But this is to fulfill what is written in their Law: ‘They hated Me without reason.’ |
| 2 | John 8:23–24 | Then He told them, “You are from below; I am from above. You are of this world; I am not of this world. That is why I told you that you would die in your sins. For unless you believe that I am He, you will die in your sins.” |
| 3 | John 12:47–48 | As for anyone who hears My words and does not keep them, I do not judge him. For I have not come to judge the world, but to save the world. There is a judge for the one who rejects Me and does not receive My words: The word that I have spoken will judge him on the last day. |
| 4 | Hebrews 3:12 | See to it, brothers, that none of you has a wicked heart of unbelief that turns away from the living God. |
| 5 | Mark 16:16 | Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned. |
| 6 | Acts 2:22–38 | Men of Israel, listen to this message: Jesus of Nazareth was a man certified by God to you by miracles, wonders, and signs, which God did among you through Him, as you yourselves know. He was delivered up by God’s set plan and foreknowledge, and you, by the hands of the lawless, put Him to death by nailing Him to the cross. But God raised Him from the dead, releasing Him from the agony of death, because it was impossible for Him to be held in its clutches. David says about Him: ‘I saw the Lord always before me; because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken. Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will dwell in hope, because You will not abandon my soul to Hades, nor will You let Your Holy One see decay. You have made known to me the paths of life; You will fill me with joy in Your presence.’ Brothers, I can tell you with confidence that the patriarch David died and was buried, and his tomb is with us to this day. But he was a prophet and knew that God had promised him on oath that He would place one of his descendants on his throne. Foreseeing this, David spoke about the resurrection of the Christ, that He was not abandoned to Hades, nor did His body see decay. God has raised this Jesus to life, to which we are all witnesses. Exalted, then, to the right hand of God, He has received from the Father the promised Holy Spirit and has poured out what you now see and hear. For David did not ascend into heaven, but he himself says: ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet.”’ Therefore let all Israel know with certainty that God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Christ!” When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and asked Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?” Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. |
| 7 | John 8:42–47 | Jesus said to them, “If God were your Father, you would love Me, for I have come here from God. I have not come on My own, but He sent Me. Why do you not understand what I am saying? It is because you are unable to accept My message. You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out his desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, refusing to uphold the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, because he is a liar and the father of lies. But because I speak the truth, you do not believe Me! Which of you can prove Me guilty of sin? If I speak the truth, why do you not believe Me? Whoever belongs to God hears the words of God. The reason you do not hear is that you do not belong to God.” |
| 8 | John 3:18–21 | Whoever believes in Him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe has already been condemned, because he has not believed in the name of God’s one and only Son. And this is the verdict: The Light has come into the world, but men loved the darkness rather than the Light because their deeds were evil. Everyone who does evil hates the Light, and does not come into the Light for fear that his deeds will be exposed. But whoever practices the truth comes into the Light, so that it may be seen clearly that what he has done has been accomplished in God.” |
| 9 | Acts 3:14–19 | You rejected the Holy and Righteous One and asked that a murderer be released to you. You killed the Author of life, but God raised Him from the dead, and we are witnesses of the fact. By faith in the name of Jesus, this man whom you see and know has been made strong. It is Jesus’ name and the faith that comes through Him that has given him this complete healing in your presence. And now, brothers, I know that you acted in ignorance, as did your leaders. But in this way God has fulfilled what He foretold through all the prophets, saying that His Christ would suffer. Repent, then, and turn back, so that your sins may be wiped away, |
| 10 | Hebrews 10:28–29 | Anyone who rejected the law of Moses died without mercy on the testimony of two or three witnesses. How much more severely do you think one deserves to be punished who has trampled on the Son of God, profaned the blood of the covenant that sanctified him, and insulted the Spirit of grace? |
John 16:9 Summary
[The Holy Spirit convicts the world of sin because people do not believe in Jesus, as stated in John 16:9. This means that when people do not put their faith in Jesus, they are considered to be in sin. The Bible teaches that faith in Jesus is necessary for salvation, as seen in John 3:16 and Acts 4:12. By believing in Jesus, we can be forgiven of our sins and have a right relationship with God.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the specific sin that the Holy Spirit convicts the world of in John 16:9?
The specific sin is unbelief in Jesus Christ, as stated in the verse 'in regard to sin, because they do not believe in Me.' This is in line with what Jesus says in John 3:18, where unbelief is considered a sin.
How does the Holy Spirit's conviction of sin relate to faith in Jesus?
The Holy Spirit's conviction of sin is directly tied to faith in Jesus, as those who do not believe in Him are considered to be in sin, as seen in John 16:9, and this conviction is meant to lead people to faith in Jesus, as stated in Acts 2:37-38.
Is the Holy Spirit's role limited to convicting the world of sin, according to John 16:9?
No, the Holy Spirit's role is not limited to convicting the world of sin, as Jesus also mentions conviction regarding righteousness and judgment in John 16:8-11, highlighting the Spirit's broader work in the lives of believers and unbelievers alike.
How does the concept of sin in John 16:9 relate to other parts of the Bible?
The concept of sin in John 16:9 is consistent with the rest of the Bible, which teaches that sin is any thought, word, or action that falls short of God's standard, as seen in Romans 3:23, and that unbelief in Jesus is a fundamental sin, as stated in John 16:9 and Mark 16:16.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I have seen the Holy Spirit convict people of sin in my own life or in the lives of those around me?
- How does my own unbelief or lack of faith in Jesus contribute to the sin that the Holy Spirit is convicting the world of, according to John 16:9?
- In what ways can I be more sensitive to the Holy Spirit's conviction of sin in my own life, and how can I respond to that conviction in a way that is pleasing to God?
- How can I use John 16:9 to share the gospel with others and explain the importance of faith in Jesus for avoiding sin?
Gill's Exposition on John 16:9
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on John 16:9
Matthew Poole's Commentary on John 16:9
Trapp's Commentary on John 16:9
Ellicott's Commentary on John 16:9
Adam Clarke's Commentary on John 16:9
Cambridge Bible on John 16:9
Barnes' Notes on John 16:9
Whedon's Commentary on John 16:9
Sermons on John 16:9
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(Through the Bible) 2 Corinthians 9-10 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of spiritual laws established by God within the universe. While the speaker admits to not fully understanding how these laws work, |
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The Valley Exalted, and the Mountain Laid Low by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches on the prophecy from Isaiah 40:4-5, emphasizing the figurative language of obstacles being removed for the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. He delves into the |
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How Life Is Maintained - the Principle of the New Covenant by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the necessity of maintaining spiritual life within Christianity, warning against reducing it to mere 'dead works' or systems of doctrine. He explains th |
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The Testimony of Jesus Christ–a Mistaken Identity (Pt. 3) by Allan Halton | Allan Halton delves into the testimony of Jesus Christ as revealed in the book of Revelation, emphasizing how the Spirit of Christ enabled John to convict others of sin, leading to |
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God Hath Spoken - Part 4 by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the necessity of maintaining spiritual life within Christianity, warning against reducing faith to mere 'dead works' or systems. He explains that the Ne |
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Titus 2:11-14 by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches about the transformative power of God's grace, emphasizing the need to deny ungodliness and worldly lusts, and to live a life of sobriety, righteousness, a |
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The Price of the Presence of Christ by Allan Halton | Allan Halton delves into the early Christian history, highlighting the persecution faced by the early Christians in a world that hated God, drawing parallels to the present day whe |





