John 3:35
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John’s Testimony about Jesus
34For the One whom God has sent speaks the words of God, for God gives the Spirit without limit.35The Father loves the Son and has placed all things in His hands. 36Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life. Whoever rejects the Son will not see life. Instead, the wrath of God remains on him.”
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Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
All things into his hand - See on Mat 11:27 (note). A principal design of John is, to show that Christ was infinitely above every teacher, prophet, and Divine messenger that had ever yet appeared. The prophets had various gifts: some had visions, others dreams; some had the gift of teaching, others of comforting, etc.; but none possessed all these gifts: Christ alone possessed their plenitude, and is all things in all.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
The Father loveth, &c.--See on Mat 11:27, where we have the "delivering over of all things into the hands of the Son," while here we have the deep spring of that august act in the Father's ineffable "love of the Son."
John Gill Bible Commentary
He that believeth on the Son,.... Who is a proper object of faith and trust; which, if he was not truly and properly God, he would not be: and this is to be understood not of any sort of faith, a temporary, or an historical one; but of that which is the faith of God's elect, the gift of God, and the operation of his Spirit; by which a man sees the Son, goes unto him, ventures and relies upon him, and commits himself to him, and expects life and salvation from him; and who shall not be ashamed and confounded; for such an one hath everlasting life; he has it in Christ his head, in whom he believes; he has a right unto it through the justifying righteousness of Christ, and a meetness for it by his grace; he has it in faith and hope; he has the beginning of it in the knowledge of Christ, and communion with him; he has some foretastes of it in his present experience; and he has the earnest and pledge of it in his heart, even the blessed Spirit, who works him up for this selfsame thing: and he that believeth not the Son; that does not believe Christ to be the Son of God, or Jesus to be the Messiah; or rejects him as the Saviour; who lives and dies in a state of impenitence and unbelief: shall not see life; eternal life; he shall not enter into it, and enjoy it; he shall die the second death. Very remarkable are the following words of the Jews (b) concerning the Messiah, whom they call the latter Redeemer: "whosoever believes in him "shall" live; but he that believes not in him shall go to the nations of the world, and they shall kill him.'' But the wrath of God abideth on him; as the sentence of wrath, of condemnation, and death, and the curse of the law were pronounced upon him in Adam, as on all mankind, it continues, and will continue, and will never be reversed, but will be executed on him, he not being redeemed from it, as his final unbelief shows; and as he was by nature a child of wrath, as others, he remains such; and as the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all unrighteousness and ungodliness of men, it comes upon the children of disobedience, and remains there; it hangs over their heads, and lights upon them, and they will be filled with a dreadful sense of it to all eternity. The Syriac and Arabic versions render it, "shall abide upon him"; so some copies. (b) Midrash Ruth, fol. 33. 2.
John 3:35
John’s Testimony about Jesus
34For the One whom God has sent speaks the words of God, for God gives the Spirit without limit.35The Father loves the Son and has placed all things in His hands. 36Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life. Whoever rejects the Son will not see life. Instead, the wrath of God remains on him.”
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John's Ministry of Recovery: The Absolute and the Ultimate
By Stephen Kaung1.4K1:02:24RecoveryJHN 3:35In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the ministry of John, emphasizing three characteristics. Firstly, John's ministry is centered on life, specifically the life that comes from above and transforms. Secondly, the ministry of John is characterized by love, which conquers all and overcomes even the most abnormal situations. Lastly, John's ministry is marked by an absolute perspective, where he sees things in black and white. The speaker highlights that John's Gospel presents Jesus as a heavenly and spiritual figure, emphasizing his divine nature and the heavenly realm he brings to earth.
Thou Art My Prophet
By Steve Mays1.0K28:23Calling Of GodMAT 6:33LUK 7:24JHN 3:35JHN 5:33In this sermon, Pastor Steve Mays emphasizes the importance of having principles in order to achieve greatness and stand against the enemy. He uses the example of John the Baptist as a great messenger who had God's approval upon his life. Pastor Steve highlights the danger of compromising one's convictions and lifestyle, leading to a wishy-washy faith that is indistinguishable from the world. He encourages listeners to be single-minded and focused on the glory of God, in order to make a difference in the world and win souls for Christ.
Jesus Delivers a Demon-Possessed Man Mark 5:1-20
By David Servant0MRK 5:7JHN 3:35David Servant preaches about Jesus' authority over evil spirits, showcasing how even the most powerful demons are no match for Him. The story of the demon-possessed man in the tombs reveals the wickedness of Satan and his desire to mar God's image in humanity. Despite the fear demons have of Jesus, Christians need not fear them, as demons are afraid of Jesus who resides in believers. Jesus allowing the demons to enter the pigs displays His divine authority and the value God places on humanity over animals.
1 John 2:23
By John Gill0Acknowledgment of ChristThe Relationship Between the Father and the SonMAT 11:27JHN 1:14JHN 3:35JHN 5:23JHN 10:30JHN 14:6COL 2:9HEB 1:31JN 2:231JN 5:12John Gill emphasizes the inseparable relationship between the Son and the Father in his sermon on 1 John 2:23. He argues that denying Jesus Christ as the true and eternal Son of God equates to denying the Father, as one cannot honor the Father without honoring the Son. Gill asserts that true faith and love for God are contingent upon acknowledging the Sonship of Christ, and that any attempt to diminish Christ's identity ultimately undermines the understanding of God as Father. He highlights that the acknowledgment of Christ's divine sonship is essential for a genuine relationship with God.
Honour the Son
By H.J. Vine0MAT 28:19JHN 3:35JHN 5:23JHN 8:32JHN 14:9JHN 14:31HEB 1:81JN 2:23H.J. Vine preaches on the importance of honoring the Son, Jesus Christ, as we honor the Father, emphasizing that those who do not honor the Son do not honor the Father who sent Him. The sermon highlights the deity of Christ as God the Son, stressing the unity of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in the Godhead. It warns against the modern tendency to undermine the divinity of Christ and emphasizes the significance of honoring the Son in experiencing true freedom, light, and life in the presence of the Father.
Heaven's Grand Repository
By Ralph Erskine0Faith in ChristThe Father's LoveISA 42:1MAT 11:27JHN 3:35ROM 6:141CO 3:21EPH 1:22PHP 4:19COL 1:19HEB 12:2REV 1:18Ralph Erskine emphasizes the profound love of the Father for the Son, as expressed in John 3:35, where all things are entrusted to Christ. He argues that understanding the Father's love for the Son enhances our appreciation of Christ's sacrifice and encourages our faith in Him. Erskine outlines how this divine arrangement not only honors Christ but also provides believers with a solid foundation for their faith, as all spiritual and material needs are met through Him. He exhorts the congregation to trust in Christ, who holds all things necessary for salvation in His hands, and to recognize the eternal security found in Him. The sermon serves as a reminder of the boundless grace available to all who believe.
Ye Are Christ's--Christ Is God's.
By Arno Clemens Gaebelein0JHN 3:35Arno Clemens Gaebelein emphasizes the profound peace and joy found in belonging to Christ, highlighting the importance of daily remembering this truth to experience true happiness in Him. Through the union with Christ, believers are heirs of God and partakers of His blessings, united with the glorified Man in the highest heaven. Gaebelein urges believers to exalt Christ in a world that dishonors Him, walking in obedience to Him as Lord to experience the fullness of the Holy Spirit's presence and power.
Our Great Example
By H.J. Vine0JHN 3:35JHN 13:14ROM 8:17PHP 2:5HEB 13:8H.J. Vine preaches about the incomparable perfection of our Lord Jesus Christ, emphasizing His unchanging excellency that distinguishes Him from all others, whether in exaltation or in lowly circumstances. Jesus Christ remains the same yesterday, today, and forever, displaying His great glory and love through acts of humility and service. He desires His followers to partake in His glory and emulate His example of humility, meekness, and love, as seen in the washing of His disciples' feet.
The Love of Jesus for His People
By J.C. Philpot0ISA 54:5HOS 2:19MAT 3:17JHN 3:35JHN 14:31JHN 17:23ROM 5:5EPH 5:30COL 1:22J.C. Philpot preaches about the profound love of Jesus for His people, emphasizing the communicative nature of love that desires to give and receive affection. He delves into the Triune God's eternal love for humanity, highlighting the deep bond between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Philpot explores the union and communion between Christ and the Church, illustrating how Jesus' sacrifice and love reconcile believers to God and lead to a transformative relationship. He encourages seeking communion with Christ through prayer, repentance, and a deep desire for His presence, as true religion is found in a living faith and love for Jesus.
The Son" in All Supremacy and God "All in All"
By H.J. Vine0MAT 28:19JHN 3:351CO 15:28TIT 2:13HEB 1:8H.J. Vine preaches about the eternal supremacy of the Son, who is subjected to Him by God, as shown in 1 Corinthians 15:28. Despite Satan's attempts to destroy the Son's work and degrade humanity, the Son's sacrifice on the cross brings man to higher glory and reconciles a holy God with His creation. Baptism signifies honoring 'THE NAME' of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, emphasizing the importance of faith in Jesus for eternal life.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
All things into his hand - See on Mat 11:27 (note). A principal design of John is, to show that Christ was infinitely above every teacher, prophet, and Divine messenger that had ever yet appeared. The prophets had various gifts: some had visions, others dreams; some had the gift of teaching, others of comforting, etc.; but none possessed all these gifts: Christ alone possessed their plenitude, and is all things in all.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
The Father loveth, &c.--See on Mat 11:27, where we have the "delivering over of all things into the hands of the Son," while here we have the deep spring of that august act in the Father's ineffable "love of the Son."
John Gill Bible Commentary
He that believeth on the Son,.... Who is a proper object of faith and trust; which, if he was not truly and properly God, he would not be: and this is to be understood not of any sort of faith, a temporary, or an historical one; but of that which is the faith of God's elect, the gift of God, and the operation of his Spirit; by which a man sees the Son, goes unto him, ventures and relies upon him, and commits himself to him, and expects life and salvation from him; and who shall not be ashamed and confounded; for such an one hath everlasting life; he has it in Christ his head, in whom he believes; he has a right unto it through the justifying righteousness of Christ, and a meetness for it by his grace; he has it in faith and hope; he has the beginning of it in the knowledge of Christ, and communion with him; he has some foretastes of it in his present experience; and he has the earnest and pledge of it in his heart, even the blessed Spirit, who works him up for this selfsame thing: and he that believeth not the Son; that does not believe Christ to be the Son of God, or Jesus to be the Messiah; or rejects him as the Saviour; who lives and dies in a state of impenitence and unbelief: shall not see life; eternal life; he shall not enter into it, and enjoy it; he shall die the second death. Very remarkable are the following words of the Jews (b) concerning the Messiah, whom they call the latter Redeemer: "whosoever believes in him "shall" live; but he that believes not in him shall go to the nations of the world, and they shall kill him.'' But the wrath of God abideth on him; as the sentence of wrath, of condemnation, and death, and the curse of the law were pronounced upon him in Adam, as on all mankind, it continues, and will continue, and will never be reversed, but will be executed on him, he not being redeemed from it, as his final unbelief shows; and as he was by nature a child of wrath, as others, he remains such; and as the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all unrighteousness and ungodliness of men, it comes upon the children of disobedience, and remains there; it hangs over their heads, and lights upon them, and they will be filled with a dreadful sense of it to all eternity. The Syriac and Arabic versions render it, "shall abide upon him"; so some copies. (b) Midrash Ruth, fol. 33. 2.