John 16:32

"Jesus answered them, “Do you now believe?"

Key Reflection

In first-century Palestine, Jesus' response to his disciples, "Do you now believe?" would have carried significant weight given the imminent events and the context of their mission. The timing of this exchange just before Jesus’ betrayal by Judas underscores its importance; it marks a pivotal moment where faith is tested against impending adversity, hinting at the coming trials that would challenge their belief in him as the Messiah.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 32. The hour cometh. To wit, on the next day, when he was crucified. Ye shall be scattered. See Mt 26:31. Every man to his own. That is, as in the margin, to his own home. You shall see me die, and suppose that my work is defeated, and return to your own dwellings. It is probable that the two disciples going to Emmaus were on their way to their dwellings, Luke, chapter 24. After his death all the disciples retired into Galilee, and were engaged in their common employment of fishing, Joh 21:1-14; Mt 28:7. Leave me alone. Leave me to die without human sympathy or compassion. See Barnes "Mt 26:31, See Barnes "Mt 26:56". Because the Father is with me. His Father was his friend.

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