John 5:30
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David Wilkerson
Leonard Ravenhill
Zac Poonen
Norman Grubb
Major Ian Thomas
G.W. NorthZac PoonenSummary
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
I can of mine own self do nothing - Because of my intimate union with God. See on Joh 5:19 (note). I week not mine own will - I do not, I cannot attempt to do any thing without God. This, that is, the Son of man, the human nature which is the temple of my Divinity, Joh 1:14, is perfectly subject to the Deity that dwells in it. In this respect our blessed Lord is the perfect pattern of all his followers. In every thing their wills should submit to the will of their heavenly Father. Nothing is more common than to hear people say, I will do it because I choose. He who has no better reason to give for his conduct than his own will shall in the end have the same reason to give for his eternal destruction. "I followed my own will, in opposition to the will of God, and now I am plunged in the lake that burneth with fire and brimstone." Reader, God hath sent thee also to do his will: his will is that thou shouldst abandon thy sins, and believe in the Lord Jesus. Hast thou yet done it?
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
of mine own self do nothing--that is, apart from the Father, or in any interest than My own. (See on Joh 5:19). as I hear--that is, "My judgments are all anticipated in the bosom of My Father, to which I have immediate access, and by Me only responded to and reflected. They cannot therefore err, as I live for one end only, to carry into effect the will of Him that sent Me."
John Gill Bible Commentary
I can of mine own self do nothing,.... This is the conclusion of the matter, the winding up of the several arguments concerning the Son's equality to the Father, and the application of the whole to Christ. He had before been chiefly speaking of the Son, in relation to the Father, as if he was a third person; but now he applies what he had said of the Son to himself: and it is as if he had said, I am the Son that can do nothing separate from the Father, and contrary to his will, but do all things in conjunction with him; who sees all that he does, by being in him, and co-operating with him, and do the selfsame. I am the Son to whom the Father shows, and by whom he does, all he does; and to whom he will show, and by whom he will do, as a co-efficient with him, greater works than what, as yet, he has done: I am the Son that quickens whom he pleases, and to whom all judgment is committed, and have the same honour the Father has: I am he that quickens dead sinners now, and will raise all the dead at the last day; and have authority to execute judgment on all mankind: and, as I hear, I judge; not as he hears men, or, according to the evidence men will give one of another; for it is denied of him, that he will proceed in judgment in this manner, Isa 11:3, but as he hears his Father; for being in his bosom, and one with him, as he sees, and knows all he does, his whole plan of operations, and acts according to them; so he hears, knows, and is perfectly acquainted with all his counsels, purposes, and rules of judgment, and never deviates from them. Hearing here signifies perfect knowledge, and understanding of a cause; and so it is used in the Jewish writings, in matters of difficulty, that come before a court of judicature (h): "there were three courts of judicature; one that sat at the gate of the mountain of the house; and one that sat at the gate of the court; and another that sat in the paved chamber: they go (first) to that which is at the gate of the mountain of the house, and say, so have I expounded, and so have the companions expounded; so have I taught, and so have the companions (or colleagues) taught: , "if they hear", they say; (i.e. as one of their commentators explains it (i), if they know the law, and hear, or understand the sense of the law; in such a case they declare what they know;) if not, they go to them that are at the gate of the court, and say (as before).--And, "if they hear", they tell them; but if not, they go to the great sanhedrim in the paved chamber, from whence goes forth the law to all Israel.'' Christ was now before the great sanhedrim, and speaks to them in their own language, and as a superior judge to them: and my judgment is just; in the administration of the affairs of his church, which are done in the strictest justice; just and true are all his ways, as King of saints; and in the execution of the last judgment, which will be in righteousness and truth; the judgment he passes must be right, since it is according to that perfect knowledge he has of his Father's will, which is an infallible rule of judgment: because I seek not mine own will, but the will of the Father which hath sent me; that is, he did not seek to gratify his own will, as distinct from his Father's, or in opposition to it; for he had no private end to answer, or separate interest, or advantage to pursue; and seeing therefore he acted according to his Father's will, and not his own, as contrary to that; his judgment must be just, and the sentence he passes right; since the will of God is indisputably such. The Vulgate Latin, and all the Oriental versions, the Alexandrian copy, and two of Beza's copies, leave out the word "father", without altering or hurting the sense at all. (h) Misn. Sanhedrin, c. 10. sect. 2. (i) Maimon. in ib.
John 5:30
The Father and the Son
29and come out—those who have done good to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil to the resurrection of judgment.30I can do nothing by Myself; I judge only as I hear. And My judgment is just, because I do not seek My own will, but the will of Him who sent Me.
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Giving God Full Control
By David Wilkerson6.3K48:16SurrenderISA 30:19MAT 6:33JHN 5:19JHN 5:30JHN 6:38JHN 14:26JHN 16:13In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of waiting on God and giving Him full control in our lives. He highlights that our instincts and the hurried nature of this generation often lead us to make impulsive decisions without seeking God's guidance. The speaker references the story of the Israelites in the wilderness, where God led them by a cloud and provided for all their needs. He encourages listeners to trust in God's provision and direction, even when it seems impossible or uncertain. The sermon concludes with a reminder that all things work together for good for those who love God and are called according to His purpose.
Tokens of His Compassion - Part 2
By Leonard Ravenhill1.7K08:57MAT 26:39LUK 2:41JHN 5:30JHN 17:1PHP 2:8HEB 10:7REV 1:14
This sermon delves into the significance of Jesus' prayers, particularly focusing on the depth and impact of His longest recorded prayer in the Bible. It explores the profound moments of Jesus addressing God as 'Father' and the weight of His words, reflecting on the ultimate purpose and obedience of Jesus in fulfilling God's will. The sermon also draws parallels to historical figures like Mary Antoinette to illustrate the consequences of living in fear and the importance of faith aligned with God's will.
Listen to God Constantly
By Zac Poonen1.1K56:00PRO 4:13ISA 42:19JHN 5:30JHN 15:72CO 4:16COL 3:10JAS 5:16
This sermon emphasizes the importance of abiding in God's Word and listening to His voice daily. It highlights the need to prioritize spiritual growth over worldly desires, focusing on renewing the inner man daily while acknowledging the decay of the outer man. The speaker encourages developing a habit of seeking God's will, forming righteous judgments, and valuing God's Word to experience His power and authority in prayer.
Npg Radio 1980 #3 - Radio Interview
By Norman Grubb1.0K1:06:09Radio InterviewMAT 6:33JHN 5:30ROM 7:7ROM 7:9GAL 2:202PE 1:41JN 4:8In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding that as Christians, we are not meant to live the Christian life on our own. Instead, we are containers for Christ to live through us. Many Christians struggle and feel defeated because they try to live the Christian life in their own strength. The speaker encourages listeners to recognize that it is Christ who must live the Christian life in and through us. This is achieved through a union with Christ, allowing His nature to be expressed in and through us.
The Faith That Lets
By Major Ian Thomas9521:00:54FaithMAT 13:53JHN 5:30JHN 8:28JHN 11:41HEB 11:5REV 4:11In this sermon, the speaker begins by referencing Matthew 13:53 and the reaction of the people to Jesus' wisdom and mighty works. He explains that the people in Jesus' own village couldn't understand his extraordinary abilities because they didn't realize his relationship as a man to his Father as God. The speaker emphasizes that God adds the extra to the ordinary, turning the ordinary into the extraordinary, making life miraculous. He emphasizes that the Christian life can only be explained in terms of Jesus Christ, not by one's own abilities or efforts. The speaker concludes by highlighting the importance of faith in accessing the limitless resources of God and fulfilling the role for which God created humanity.
Do You Want This Life
By G.W. North6941:25:01LifeMAT 6:33JHN 5:19JHN 5:30In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having a Bible and encourages the congregation to share their Bibles with others. He then mentions that he will be preaching from the Gospel according to John, specifically chapter five. The preacher expresses his initial intention to continue along the same theme as previous sermons but feels led by God to focus on this particular passage. He highlights the miracle performed by Jesus at the pool and explains that Jesus often used miracles as a basis for his teachings.
Under Authority and Having Authority
By Zac Poonen6451:00:301SA 3:19AMO 5:13MAT 8:8LUK 10:19JHN 5:30JHN 17:2EPH 6:41TI 6:12
This sermon emphasizes the importance of living under God's authority, focusing on leading others to eternal life. It highlights the need to prioritize obedience to God's will, humility, and serving others over seeking authority over people or Satan. The speaker stresses the significance of having authority to guide others towards eternal life, correcting, disciplining, and instructing in the ways of the Lord. The ultimate goal is to live without fear of Satan, trusting in God's authority and leading others to eternal life.
Gospel of John (Study 23 of 24, Chap 11 Cont)
By G.W. North15053:59Christian LifeJHN 1:1JHN 5:19JHN 5:30JHN 5:39JHN 11:32JHN 11:352PE 1:21In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of the raising of Lazarus from the dead, which is considered one of the greatest miracles performed by Jesus. The preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding the deeper meaning behind this story and how it relates to our own lives. He highlights the significance of our position in God and encourages the audience to seek a true understanding of the scriptures, not just a superficial knowledge. The preacher also warns against the subtleties of the enemy and the need to be vigilant in our faith.
Overwhelmed With the Power of the Living God
By Denny Kenaston2EXO 33:18NUM 11:16ISA 61:1LUK 3:21JHN 5:30EPH 5:18Denny Kenaston preaches about the importance of being overwhelmed with the presence of the Holy Spirit, drawing examples from the lives of Moses, Jesus, and early disciples. He emphasizes the need for believers to seek and maintain the anointing of God in their lives, living under the continual influence of the Spirit to walk in divine character and carry out a supernatural ministry. Kenaston challenges the congregation to examine their hearts, asking if they have truly been enveloped in the presence of the Living God and urging them to seek a deeper connection with God through the anointing of the Holy Spirit.
Bethesda - the Sheep Market
By G.W. North0Obedience to GodDiscipleshipMAT 11:28JHN 5:1JHN 5:19JHN 5:24JHN 5:30JHN 5:39JHN 5:44JHN 14:13JHN 15:5ROM 8:14G.W. North explores the profound lessons from John 5, particularly the healing at the pool of Bethesda, emphasizing Jesus' obedience to the Father and the significance of His miracles as signs pointing to His divine identity. He illustrates how Jesus, despite the multitude of sick individuals, chose to heal only one man, demonstrating His dependence on the Father's will and the importance of faith in the healing process. North highlights that true discipleship requires a commitment to live in accordance with God's will, renouncing self-will and embracing a life of obedience and humility. The sermon calls believers to recognize their identity as sons of God and to reflect Christ's life in their own, emphasizing the high standards Jesus sets for His followers. Ultimately, North encourages a deeper understanding of Jesus' life and teachings as the foundation for authentic discipleship.
The Walk
By A.B. Simpson0Imitating ChristChristian ConductLUK 2:49JHN 4:34JHN 5:30JHN 6:38JHN 13:34PHP 2:51JN 2:6A.B. Simpson emphasizes the importance of walking in the footsteps of Jesus Christ, as outlined in 1 John 2:6. He highlights that Christ's life serves as the ultimate example for believers, showcasing His love, humility, and dedication to God's will. Simpson encourages Christians to aspire to emulate Christ's character and actions in their daily lives, emphasizing that true discipleship involves a deep longing to reflect His image. He also discusses the principles, motives, and activities that defined Jesus' life, urging believers to seek the Holy Spirit's guidance in their journey of faith. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a life of self-sacrifice, love, and active service, mirroring the life of Christ.
Walking in the Will of God
By Watchman Nee0God's WillActive FaithPSA 40:8PRO 3:5MAT 26:39JHN 5:30JHN 6:38ROM 12:2GAL 2:20PHP 2:131TH 5:16JAS 4:7Watchman Nee emphasizes the importance of exercising our personal will in alignment with God's will, as demonstrated by Jesus Christ. He points out that while Jesus had His own will, He chose to act in harmony with the Father's will, illustrating that our wills should not be passive but actively engaged in seeking God's direction. Nee highlights that Jesus' example teaches us to deliberately choose to follow God's will rather than our own desires. This active engagement in God's will is essential for a fulfilling Christian life.
Drowning in the Sea of Self
By Chip Brogden0PSA 62:1PRO 3:5MAT 18:3JHN 5:30ROM 13:14Chip Brogden emphasizes the importance of coming to the end of ourselves in order to fully surrender to Christ, drawing a parallel to a drowning man who must stop struggling before he can be saved. He highlights the need to trust in God's plan, even when we cannot see beyond the present moment, and to give up our own efforts to save ourselves. By committing our lives to God and embracing a childlike dependence on Him, we can experience true peace and trust in His guidance.
Identity
By Elisabeth Elliot0PRO 29:25JHN 5:30JHN 5:42GAL 1:10COL 3:23Elisabeth Elliot emphasizes that the search for recognition hinders faith, as focusing on our image and seeking honor from others can prevent us from truly believing. She highlights the importance of aligning our thoughts and actions with God's will, just as Jesus did by always seeking the Father's will. Elliot points out that true faith requires prioritizing God's honor over human recognition, as Jesus mentioned to the Pharisees in John 5:42-44.
Who Does the Ordering in Your Life?
By David Wilkerson0Surrendering to GodWalking In The SpiritPSA 37:23JHN 5:30JHN 16:13ACT 1:8ROM 8:141CO 2:12GAL 5:25EPH 4:30PHP 2:132TI 1:7David Wilkerson emphasizes the necessity of allowing the Holy Spirit to have full control over our lives, as instructed by the Apostle Paul in Galatians 5:25. He points out that while many Christians acknowledge the Spirit's role in leading them to Jesus and providing comfort, they often struggle with what it truly means to walk in the Spirit. Wilkerson asserts that surrendering our will to the Holy Spirit and trusting His guidance can free us from confusion and strife. He reminds us that just as Jesus sought the Father's will, we too must seek the Spirit's direction in our lives. Ultimately, it is the Holy Spirit who orders our steps, leading us in accordance with God's will.
John 3:31-34
By St. John Chrysostom0JHN 1:11JHN 3:31JHN 3:33JHN 5:30JHN 5:39JHN 10:15JHN 15:15ROM 15:41CO 3:11CO 10:11John Chrysostom emphasizes the dangers of seeking glory and the importance of recognizing Christ's superiority as the One who comes from above, contrasting with earthly limitations. He explains that Christ's testimony is true and should be believed, as He speaks what He has heard and seen from the Father. Chrysostom highlights the significance of receiving Christ's testimony as a seal of God's truth, showing disbelief in Christ is disbelief in God. He also delves into the concept of God giving the Spirit without measure, indicating Christ's unmeasured operation of the Spirit compared to others, urging listeners to carefully understand and apply the Scriptures for spiritual growth.
The Nature and Reality of Spiritual Energy
By T. Austin-Sparks0Divine PurposeSpiritual EnergyLUK 2:49JHN 2:11JHN 5:19JHN 5:30JHN 9:4JHN 10:16JHN 14:10JHN 16:132CO 12:5EPH 3:20T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the nature and reality of spiritual energy in the life of Christ, illustrating how His purposeful actions were driven by divine energy from above. He highlights that Jesus' life was characterized by continuous movement and activity, fueled by the Holy Spirit, and that this same energy is available to believers today. Sparks urges the church to recognize that true spiritual life is not passive but actively engages with the world, reflecting God's purpose and power in every situation. He warns against relying on human strength, asserting that eternal value comes only from God's energy and direction. Ultimately, the sermon calls for believers to embody the heavenly resources available to them in their daily lives.
Matthew 8:9
By Chuck Smith0Sovereignty of ChristAuthority and SubmissionPRO 16:32MAT 8:9JHN 4:34JHN 5:30GAL 5:22Chuck Smith emphasizes the sovereignty of Christ by exploring the concept of authority and submission through the example of centurions in the Bible. He highlights that true authority comes from being under authority, as demonstrated by Christ who submitted to the will of the Father. Smith challenges listeners to examine to whom they submit their lives, whether it be the world, flesh, or the devil, and encourages them to submit to Christ for true reign and responsibility. The sermon calls for self-control and the importance of ruling one's spirit as a reflection of submission to Christ. Ultimately, it is a call to recognize Christ as the ultimate Sovereign in our lives.
Place the Matter in God's Hand
By David Wilkerson0Dependence On GodSurrenderMAT 10:38MAT 16:24JHN 5:19JHN 5:30GAL 6:14David Wilkerson emphasizes the necessity of surrendering our struggles and placing our lives in God's hands, drawing from Jesus' teachings on taking up our cross and following Him. He highlights that even Jesus relied on the Father's guidance, illustrating our own need for divine direction and support. Believers often reach a point of helplessness where they realize that true change can only come from God. Wilkerson encourages the faithful to stop striving in their own strength and to trust in God's love and power to transform their lives. This surrender leads to newness of life and hope for those feeling defeated in their spiritual journey.
Embracing God's Glorious Will
By David Wilkerson0Embracing God's WillJoy in ObediencePSA 37:4JER 29:11JHN 5:30JHN 6:38ROM 12:2EPH 2:10PHP 2:13COL 4:121TH 5:16HEB 13:21David Wilkerson emphasizes that true followers of Christ often misunderstand God's will as a burdensome obligation rather than a glorious opportunity. He encourages believers to embrace God's will with joy, as it is meant for all, not just the spiritually elite. Wilkerson highlights that knowing and accepting God's perfect will leads to fulfillment and joy, as exemplified by the early apostles and Jesus himself, who always sought to do the Father's will. By embracing God's will, believers can experience a deeper relationship with Jesus and witness His presence in their lives. Ultimately, God's will is a source of hope and completeness for every believer.
Precious Stones
By Watchman Nee0Holy Spirit's DisciplineSpiritual GrowthJHN 5:30JHN 15:5ROM 6:6GAL 2:20GAL 4:19HEB 12:5Watchman Nee emphasizes the Holy Spirit's discipline in the life of a Christian, using Jacob's experiences to illustrate how God works to reveal Christ within us. He explains the distinction between our natural strength and the old man, highlighting that while the old man is crucified in Christ, the natural man must be progressively weakened to allow for the formation of Christ's character in us. Nee points out that true spiritual fruitfulness comes not from our efforts but from the Spirit's work in us, transforming our character to reflect Christ. He concludes that God's ultimate purpose is to create precious stones through trials and discipline, which represent the work of the Spirit in our lives. The sermon calls believers to understand and embrace this transformative process as essential to their spiritual growth.
Jesus Came to Reveal to Us the Heavenly Father
By David Wilkerson0Jesus as MediatorRevelation of the FatherMAT 11:27JHN 5:19JHN 5:30JHN 5:36JHN 14:6JHN 14:12David Wilkerson emphasizes that Jesus came to earth not only to redeem humanity from sin but also to reveal the heavenly Father. He highlights that Jesus' life was entirely focused on doing the will of the Father, demonstrating this through His actions and teachings. Wilkerson points out that true knowledge of the Father can only come through Jesus, as He is the one who reveals the Father to us. The sermon underscores the importance of recognizing Jesus as the mediator through whom we can understand and connect with God. Ultimately, it is through Jesus that we gain insight into the nature and character of the heavenly Father.
The Secret of Guidance
By F.B. Meyer0Trusting God's WillDivine GuidanceNUM 9:15PSA 32:8PRO 3:6ISA 40:11ISA 58:11LUK 11:34JHN 5:30JHN 7:17JHN 8:12JAS 1:5F.B. Meyer emphasizes the significance of divine guidance in the life of a believer, illustrating that true peace and power come from being in the center of God's will. He encourages Christians to seek God's direction through prayer, pure motives, and surrendering their will, while also relying on the wisdom found in Scripture. Meyer highlights biblical examples of individuals who followed God's guidance, such as Abraham and the Israelites, and reassures that God will provide for those who trust Him. He stresses the importance of waiting for God's timing and recognizing His guidance through circumstances. Ultimately, Meyer calls believers to cultivate a heart that is sensitive to God's leading, ensuring they are ready to follow His path.
Genuine Discipleship
By J.C. Philpot0JOB 17:9PRO 4:18JER 17:9MAT 10:25MAT 18:3JHN 5:30JHN 6:47JHN 8:312TH 1:11JAS 1:181PE 1:23J.C. Philpot preaches about the importance of genuine discipleship, emphasizing the need to continue in God's word as a test of discipleship, the genuineness of discipleship through devotedness, separation, and prostration of self, and the blessings of knowing the truth and experiencing spiritual freedom. He challenges the lack of support for the Aged Pilgrims' Friend Society, highlighting the society's adherence to sovereign grace, lack of flattery to man's godship, and the poverty of those who love the truth as reasons for its lack of support. Philpot urges for generous contributions to support the Aged Pilgrims and emphasizes the importance of showing love through practical acts of kindness.
He Humbled Himself
By A.B. Simpson0ServanthoodHumilityISA 42:1MAT 20:28MAT 26:39LUK 22:27JHN 5:30PHP 2:7A.B. Simpson emphasizes the profound humility of Christ, who, despite His divine authority, willingly took on the role of a servant and submitted to God's will. He illustrates the challenge of surrendering one's independence and desires, using the example of a wealthy man who became a clerk, paralleling it with Jesus' life of service and obedience. Simpson highlights key moments from Jesus' ministry, where He exemplified servanthood and ultimate submission, culminating in His sacrificial death on the cross. The sermon challenges listeners to reflect on their own willingness to embrace the servant's role in their lives.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
I can of mine own self do nothing - Because of my intimate union with God. See on Joh 5:19 (note). I week not mine own will - I do not, I cannot attempt to do any thing without God. This, that is, the Son of man, the human nature which is the temple of my Divinity, Joh 1:14, is perfectly subject to the Deity that dwells in it. In this respect our blessed Lord is the perfect pattern of all his followers. In every thing their wills should submit to the will of their heavenly Father. Nothing is more common than to hear people say, I will do it because I choose. He who has no better reason to give for his conduct than his own will shall in the end have the same reason to give for his eternal destruction. "I followed my own will, in opposition to the will of God, and now I am plunged in the lake that burneth with fire and brimstone." Reader, God hath sent thee also to do his will: his will is that thou shouldst abandon thy sins, and believe in the Lord Jesus. Hast thou yet done it?
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
of mine own self do nothing--that is, apart from the Father, or in any interest than My own. (See on Joh 5:19). as I hear--that is, "My judgments are all anticipated in the bosom of My Father, to which I have immediate access, and by Me only responded to and reflected. They cannot therefore err, as I live for one end only, to carry into effect the will of Him that sent Me."
John Gill Bible Commentary
I can of mine own self do nothing,.... This is the conclusion of the matter, the winding up of the several arguments concerning the Son's equality to the Father, and the application of the whole to Christ. He had before been chiefly speaking of the Son, in relation to the Father, as if he was a third person; but now he applies what he had said of the Son to himself: and it is as if he had said, I am the Son that can do nothing separate from the Father, and contrary to his will, but do all things in conjunction with him; who sees all that he does, by being in him, and co-operating with him, and do the selfsame. I am the Son to whom the Father shows, and by whom he does, all he does; and to whom he will show, and by whom he will do, as a co-efficient with him, greater works than what, as yet, he has done: I am the Son that quickens whom he pleases, and to whom all judgment is committed, and have the same honour the Father has: I am he that quickens dead sinners now, and will raise all the dead at the last day; and have authority to execute judgment on all mankind: and, as I hear, I judge; not as he hears men, or, according to the evidence men will give one of another; for it is denied of him, that he will proceed in judgment in this manner, Isa 11:3, but as he hears his Father; for being in his bosom, and one with him, as he sees, and knows all he does, his whole plan of operations, and acts according to them; so he hears, knows, and is perfectly acquainted with all his counsels, purposes, and rules of judgment, and never deviates from them. Hearing here signifies perfect knowledge, and understanding of a cause; and so it is used in the Jewish writings, in matters of difficulty, that come before a court of judicature (h): "there were three courts of judicature; one that sat at the gate of the mountain of the house; and one that sat at the gate of the court; and another that sat in the paved chamber: they go (first) to that which is at the gate of the mountain of the house, and say, so have I expounded, and so have the companions expounded; so have I taught, and so have the companions (or colleagues) taught: , "if they hear", they say; (i.e. as one of their commentators explains it (i), if they know the law, and hear, or understand the sense of the law; in such a case they declare what they know;) if not, they go to them that are at the gate of the court, and say (as before).--And, "if they hear", they tell them; but if not, they go to the great sanhedrim in the paved chamber, from whence goes forth the law to all Israel.'' Christ was now before the great sanhedrim, and speaks to them in their own language, and as a superior judge to them: and my judgment is just; in the administration of the affairs of his church, which are done in the strictest justice; just and true are all his ways, as King of saints; and in the execution of the last judgment, which will be in righteousness and truth; the judgment he passes must be right, since it is according to that perfect knowledge he has of his Father's will, which is an infallible rule of judgment: because I seek not mine own will, but the will of the Father which hath sent me; that is, he did not seek to gratify his own will, as distinct from his Father's, or in opposition to it; for he had no private end to answer, or separate interest, or advantage to pursue; and seeing therefore he acted according to his Father's will, and not his own, as contrary to that; his judgment must be just, and the sentence he passes right; since the will of God is indisputably such. The Vulgate Latin, and all the Oriental versions, the Alexandrian copy, and two of Beza's copies, leave out the word "father", without altering or hurting the sense at all. (h) Misn. Sanhedrin, c. 10. sect. 2. (i) Maimon. in ib.