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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Jesus findeth him in the temple - The man being conscious that it was through the mercy of God that he was restored, (though he did not as yet know distinctly who Christ was), went to the temple to return thanks to God for his cure. Whether this was on the same day, or some other, does not distinctly appear: it was probably the same day, after he had carried home his couch. How many, when they are made well, forget the hand that has healed them, and, instead of gratitude and obedience to God, use their renewed health and strength in the service of sin! Those who make this use of God's mercies may consider their restoration as a respite only from perdition. Sin no more, lest a worse thing come unto thee - Our Lord, intending to discover to this man who he was, gave him two proofs of the perfection of his knowledge. 1. He showed him that he knew the secret of the past - sin no more: thereby intimating that his former sins were the cause of his long affliction. 2. He showed him that he knew the future - lest a worse thing come unto thee: if thy iniquity be repeated, thy punishment will be increased.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
findeth him in the temple--saying, perhaps, "I will go into Thy house with burnt offerings, I will pay my vows which my lips have uttered and my mouth hath spoken when I was in trouble" (Psa 66:13-14). Jesus, there Himself for His own ends, "findeth him there"--not all accidentally, be assured. sin no more, &c.--a glimpse this of the reckless life he had probably led before his thirty-eight years' infirmity had come upon him, and which not improbably had brought on, in the just judgment of God, his chronic complaint. Fearful illustration this of "the severity of God," but glorious manifestation of our Lord's insight into "what was in man."
John Gill Bible Commentary
Afterward Jesus findeth him in the temple,.... Perhaps on the same day; for as soon as he had been at home, and laid down his bed, it is very likely he went directly to the temple, there to show himself, attend the worship of the place, and return thanks to God for the great mercy bestowed on him: and said unto him, behold thou art made whole; cured of the disease that had attended him so many years; and a wonderful cure it was; well may a "behold" be prefixed; though this is here not only a note of admiration, but of attention, to what he was about to say to him: sin is a disease, which is original, natural, and hereditary to men; it is an epidemical one, all are affected with it, and all the powers and faculties of the soul; and it is a nauseous and loathsome one; and what is mortal and incurable in itself, and only to be cured by the great physician, Jesus Christ: God's elect are attended with it as others, and being made sensible thereof, they come to Christ for a cure, and receive one, as this man did, to whom he said, sin no more; intimating, that as all diseases of the body spring from sin, so had his; and that the time past of his life should suffice, for a course of sinning; and that the mercy he had received, laid him under an obligation to guard against it, to which there would still be a proneness in him; nor did our Lord imagine, that he could hereafter live without sin, but that he should not indulge himself in it, and give up himself unto it, and live in it: so all the diseases of the soul arise from sin; and when a person is converted, he ought not to walk as others do, or he himself has done; and though there is a propensity to sin and backslide from God after conversion, yet the grace of God teaches men to deny sin, and to live righteously; and though it cannot be thought that they should be, and act without sin, yet it becomes them not to live in sin, or go on in a course of it, as heretofore: lest a worse thing come unto thee; for God could send a worse disease, or a sorer affliction, than he had yet done; an heavier punishment, either in this world, or that to come: and apply this to a good man, a converted man, one called by grace and cured by Christ, and a worse thing through sin may come unto him than a bodily disorder, namely, the hidings of God's face; for as his presence is life, his absence is death, to such persons; and as for such who only make a profession of religion, and are externally reformed only, such, if they sin and fall away, their latter end is worse than the beginning.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
5:14 stop sinning: Though the man had been healed physically, he still needed to learn obedience to the Lord. The man’s next action (5:15) might indicate that he didn’t listen.
The Pool of Bethesda
13But the man who was healed did not know who it was, for Jesus had slipped away while the crowd was there.14Afterward, Jesus found the man at the temple and said to him, “See, you have been made well. Stop sinning, or something worse may happen to you.”
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Fullness of Life
By Alan Redpath4.8K46:43Fullness of LifeGEN 32:24JHN 5:14In this sermon, the speaker addresses the audience's personal infirmities and challenges them to be honest with themselves and with God. He uses the story of a man with an infirmity for 30 and 80 years to illustrate the universal struggle that everyone faces. The speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing and acknowledging one's weaknesses before God in order to receive His grace and transformation. He encourages the audience to surrender their burdens to God and trust Him to bring about change and blessings in their lives.
Sanctification : 2. a Renewed Soul
By Zac Poonen2.0K51:20SanctificationMAT 6:33JHN 5:14JHN 7:382CO 3:141TH 5:23In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of renewing our minds in order to be transformed into the likeness of Christ. The mind is emphasized as a crucial part of our soul, even more important than our emotions. The process of renewing our minds may initially be a struggle, but with time and discipline, it becomes almost automatic. The speaker encourages us to submit to the Holy Spirit and seek to understand God's ways, even if there are things we cannot fully explain.
A Shocking Christmas Message
By Shane Idleman1.9K06:30MAT 5:29LUK 13:3JHN 3:16JHN 5:14JHN 8:11JHN 8:24JHN 11:25JHN 14:6REV 1:8This sermon emphasizes the seriousness of sin and the need for repentance, highlighting Jesus' direct commands to 'go and sin no more' to individuals caught in sin. It challenges the misconception of Jesus as merely a passive, nice figure, emphasizing that He came to save us from our sins. The message stresses the importance of acknowledging Jesus as the Son of God and the sole path to salvation, contrasting the cultural reluctance to address sin's gravity with the essentiality of recognizing Jesus' sacrifice on the cross.
The Blessing of Affliction
By Bill McLeod1.8K37:58AfflictionPSA 85:8PSA 107:4PSA 107:10PSA 107:17PSA 107:23JHN 5:14In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal anecdote about a man named Brother Harry who initially struggled with his preaching. However, after surrendering to God, his life turned around. The preacher emphasizes that God afflicts us out of love and for our own good. He references Psalm 107 to illustrate how those who cry out to the Lord in their troubles are saved and delivered. The sermon concludes with the message that we should praise the Lord for His goodness and wonderful works, even in times of difficulty and uncertainty.
God Can Meet Our Every Need
By Zac Poonen1.6K1:02:10ProvisionLUK 11:1JHN 5:1JHN 5:14JHN 11:3JHN 11:43In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the power of even a brief contribution in a meeting. He encourages listeners to trust in God's ability to bless others through their short words or actions. The speaker also highlights the importance of acknowledging our own need and coming to the end of ourselves before God can work in our lives. He uses examples from the miracles of Jesus in the book of John to illustrate how God can solve any problem and manifest His glory.
The 'No More' of Grace
By Roy Hession1.4K45:36GraceJHN 5:14ROM 6:9HEB 10:17In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of freedom in the New Testament. He emphasizes that freedom does not mean being completely immune to evil, but rather being made free from sin. The speaker highlights the importance of understanding that through Christ, our sins are taken away and we are made perfect in the eyes of God. He encourages listeners to recognize and repent of any wrong fantasies or indulgences, acknowledging them as sin and bringing them to the cross of Jesus. The speaker concludes by emphasizing the power of the blood of Jesus to make us whole and free from the guilt and condemnation of our past sins.
The Appearing of Resurrection and the Giving of Power
By Newman Sze8201:22:11MAT 28:1MAT 28:19MRK 16:15LUK 24:44JHN 20:19JHN 21:25In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the 40 days that Jesus spent on earth after His resurrection. He explains that during this time, Jesus trained His disciples to shift their focus from external things to internal revelation, from the flesh to the Holy Spirit, and from the law to life. The speaker shares a personal anecdote about a turbulent airplane ride to illustrate the need for Christians to rise above fear and rely on the Holy Spirit. He concludes by urging the audience to prioritize their personal encounter with the Lord and the experience of being filled with the Holy Spirit.
John's Gospel - a Victim of Self-Help
By John Vissers65132:36Gospel Of JohnJHN 5:1JHN 5:14JHN 5:17JHN 5:19JHN 5:24JHN 5:39In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that there are various options people often choose when faced with problems in life. These options include relying on superstitions, blaming others, trying harder, or waiting for the perfect opportunity. However, the speaker highlights that the true option Scripture offers is to look to Jesus and hear His Word. Jesus shows compassion and heals a man who had been waiting by a pool for years, unable to help himself. The speaker emphasizes that human beings are in a spiritual crisis and cannot save themselves, but need Jesus to intervene.
Homily 67 on Matthew
By St. John Chrysostom7EXO 19:8JER 3:7JER 8:4MAT 21:12JHN 2:18JHN 4:35JHN 5:141CO 10:12EPH 5:14John Chrysostom preaches about Jesus cleansing the temple, highlighting the importance of maintaining a pure and reverent worship space, and the consequences of turning a sacred place into a den of thieves. He emphasizes the Jews' refusal to recognize Jesus' authority despite His miracles and teachings, and how their lack of repentance contrasts with the belief of publicans and harlots. Chrysostom encourages listeners not to despair but to have faith in God's transformative power, using examples of individuals who turned from sin to righteousness, illustrating the possibility of redemption and the need for repentance and virtuous living.
The Cross of Christ Is Foolishness
By Shane Idleman1ISA 59:1JHN 5:14JHN 10:10ROM 6:16ROM 6:231CO 1:182CO 5:17HEB 9:22JAS 1:14Shane Idleman emphasizes the importance of not shying away from the controversial truths of the cross and sin, as they are essential for understanding the power of God's salvation. The avoidance of discussing sin minimizes the significance of the cross, which is the core of Christianity. The message of the cross confronts evil and sin, urging believers to confront, confess, and turn away from sin rather than ignore or overlook it. Sin has a life cycle that either grows or withers based on how it is fed or starved, highlighting the need to actively combat sin in our lives. The cross of Christ is crucial as it addresses the presence, cost, separation, and enslavement of sin, offering forgiveness, eternal life, restoration of relationship with God, and freedom from sin's control.
Jesus Heals a Lame Man at the Pool of Bethesda John 5:1-15
By David Servant1EXO 15:26EXO 23:25DEU 7:12DEU 10:17JHN 5:14ROM 2:111CO 12:11GAL 2:6HEB 13:8David Servant preaches about the healing of the lame man at the pool of Bethesda, highlighting the man's long suffering, the angel stirring the waters, and the missed opportunity for healing through faith in God's promises. He emphasizes God's desire for all to be healed through obedience and faith, using the pool as a reminder of His healing power and love for His people. Jesus' healing of the man showcases His ability to heal all and encourages trust in Him for healing, reflecting God's unchanging nature.
The Book of John 3
By Edgar Parkyns0JHN 3:3JHN 4:23JHN 5:8JHN 5:14Edgar Parkyns preaches about the encounters of Jesus in John Chapters 2, 3, 4, and 5. He highlights the importance of breaking through human nature's stubbornness, the need for pure praise, and the significance of surrendering to God's will. The sermon also emphasizes the power of faith, the necessity of being born again, and the importance of worshiping God in spirit and truth.
Homily on the Paralytic Let Down Through the Roof
By St. John Chrysostom0JOB 1:21MAT 9:1LUK 7:9JHN 5:141CO 10:131TH 4:13John Chrysostom preaches about finding spiritual treasures in the heart rather than material wealth, using the story of the paralytic by the pool to highlight endurance, patience, and hope towards God as invaluable riches. He emphasizes the importance of enduring trials with patience, surrendering to God's will, and trusting in His timing for deliverance and healing. Chrysostom encourages imitating the paralytic's patience and faith, showcasing how enduring trials can lead to purification and spiritual growth. He delves into the significance of forgiveness of sins, the power of faith, and the compassion of Christ in healing both the body and soul, demonstrating His authority and equality with God.
Hints to Praying Souls
By A.T. Pierson0PSA 66:18ISA 65:24MAT 18:19MRK 9:23MRK 11:24JHN 5:14JHN 14:13JHN 15:7EPH 3:20PHP 4:19JAS 4:3A.T. Pierson preaches on the power and importance of prayer, emphasizing the need for believers to fully surrender to God and align their desires with His will. He encourages intercessors to pray persistently, in unity with other devout disciples, and to approach God boldly, knowing that He is a prayer-hearing God. Pierson highlights the significance of claiming blessings through faith, seeking God's kingdom first, and cultivating a holy calm before private prayer.
Day 202, John 5
By David Servant0EXO 15:26DEU 7:15JHN 4:48JHN 5:14JHN 5:29JHN 5:451CO 12:1REV 20:5David Servant preaches on the significance of God's healing power demonstrated at the Pool of Bethesda, highlighting how God mercifully performs signs to provoke belief and sometimes heals people without faith. He emphasizes that healings are gifts of the Spirit and encourages those who witness others being healed. The sermon also delves into the spiritual lesson that sin can lead to God's judgment in the form of sickness, as seen in Jesus' warning to the healed man. Ultimately, the lesson is that Jesus will one day resurrect everyone, with believers characterized by good deeds and unbelievers facing judgment based on their actions.
Sin No More
By Erlo Stegen0RepentanceSinJHN 5:14ROM 7:15Erlo Stegen emphasizes the grave consequences of sin in his sermon 'Sin No More', using the story of a man healed by Jesus after 38 years of paralysis. He warns that while physical ailments are serious, sin is far worse as it endangers the soul. Stegen highlights that even seemingly small sins can lead to spiritual death, urging believers to be vigilant and repentant. He stresses the importance of cleansing one's heart to be filled with the Holy Spirit, and shares cautionary tales of individuals who fell back into sin after experiencing healing. Ultimately, he calls for a commitment to live a life free from sin to avoid worse consequences.
John 5:10-16. Christ's Interview With the Restored Paralytic.
By Favell Lee Mortimer0JOB 2:7ISA 1:18JHN 5:14JHN 5:16HEB 10:26Favell Lee Mortimer delves into the story of the restored paralytic man to highlight the bitter hatred of men towards the truth, showcasing how the Jews accused Jesus of breaking the Sabbath not out of reverence for the day but due to their lack of regard for God's service. The preacher emphasizes how holy men like Jesus are often watched and insulted for interfering with the vices of men. Through the warning given to the healed man to 'sin no more, lest a worse thing come upon you,' Mortimer underscores the consequences of returning to sin after experiencing God's deliverance, pointing to the eternal repercussions of unrepentant sin.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Jesus findeth him in the temple - The man being conscious that it was through the mercy of God that he was restored, (though he did not as yet know distinctly who Christ was), went to the temple to return thanks to God for his cure. Whether this was on the same day, or some other, does not distinctly appear: it was probably the same day, after he had carried home his couch. How many, when they are made well, forget the hand that has healed them, and, instead of gratitude and obedience to God, use their renewed health and strength in the service of sin! Those who make this use of God's mercies may consider their restoration as a respite only from perdition. Sin no more, lest a worse thing come unto thee - Our Lord, intending to discover to this man who he was, gave him two proofs of the perfection of his knowledge. 1. He showed him that he knew the secret of the past - sin no more: thereby intimating that his former sins were the cause of his long affliction. 2. He showed him that he knew the future - lest a worse thing come unto thee: if thy iniquity be repeated, thy punishment will be increased.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
findeth him in the temple--saying, perhaps, "I will go into Thy house with burnt offerings, I will pay my vows which my lips have uttered and my mouth hath spoken when I was in trouble" (Psa 66:13-14). Jesus, there Himself for His own ends, "findeth him there"--not all accidentally, be assured. sin no more, &c.--a glimpse this of the reckless life he had probably led before his thirty-eight years' infirmity had come upon him, and which not improbably had brought on, in the just judgment of God, his chronic complaint. Fearful illustration this of "the severity of God," but glorious manifestation of our Lord's insight into "what was in man."
John Gill Bible Commentary
Afterward Jesus findeth him in the temple,.... Perhaps on the same day; for as soon as he had been at home, and laid down his bed, it is very likely he went directly to the temple, there to show himself, attend the worship of the place, and return thanks to God for the great mercy bestowed on him: and said unto him, behold thou art made whole; cured of the disease that had attended him so many years; and a wonderful cure it was; well may a "behold" be prefixed; though this is here not only a note of admiration, but of attention, to what he was about to say to him: sin is a disease, which is original, natural, and hereditary to men; it is an epidemical one, all are affected with it, and all the powers and faculties of the soul; and it is a nauseous and loathsome one; and what is mortal and incurable in itself, and only to be cured by the great physician, Jesus Christ: God's elect are attended with it as others, and being made sensible thereof, they come to Christ for a cure, and receive one, as this man did, to whom he said, sin no more; intimating, that as all diseases of the body spring from sin, so had his; and that the time past of his life should suffice, for a course of sinning; and that the mercy he had received, laid him under an obligation to guard against it, to which there would still be a proneness in him; nor did our Lord imagine, that he could hereafter live without sin, but that he should not indulge himself in it, and give up himself unto it, and live in it: so all the diseases of the soul arise from sin; and when a person is converted, he ought not to walk as others do, or he himself has done; and though there is a propensity to sin and backslide from God after conversion, yet the grace of God teaches men to deny sin, and to live righteously; and though it cannot be thought that they should be, and act without sin, yet it becomes them not to live in sin, or go on in a course of it, as heretofore: lest a worse thing come unto thee; for God could send a worse disease, or a sorer affliction, than he had yet done; an heavier punishment, either in this world, or that to come: and apply this to a good man, a converted man, one called by grace and cured by Christ, and a worse thing through sin may come unto him than a bodily disorder, namely, the hidings of God's face; for as his presence is life, his absence is death, to such persons; and as for such who only make a profession of religion, and are externally reformed only, such, if they sin and fall away, their latter end is worse than the beginning.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
5:14 stop sinning: Though the man had been healed physically, he still needed to learn obedience to the Lord. The man’s next action (5:15) might indicate that he didn’t listen.