John 12:37
Even after Jesus had performed so many signs in their presence, they still would not believe in Him.
John writes his gospel much later in life. As he is recording the events of the last week of Jesus’ life, I can only imagine him shaking his head with a tear in his eye as he reflects on this reality. Jesus had done some much yet people still would not believe. This week we will look at several of the questions that Jesus was asked by the religious leaders. How His answers forced them to show all their cards and reveal their true motives. As the end nears, Jesus chooses His words wisely as He calls out the leaders for who they are and the ways in which they are leading people away from God.
These scenes from Jesus’ life had to have been exciting, dramatic and likely frightening at times for His followers. They must have heard rumors of those in power are seeking to take their Messiah’s life and wonder how that could be? Jesus was here to take over, to rule forever, right?
