John 8:28

"They didn’t understand that he spoke to them about the Father."

Key Reflection

This verse highlights the depth and significance of Jesus' teachings, indicating that his statements went beyond the surface level, touching on mysteries concerning the nature of God (the Father). The disciples’ failure to grasp this point underscores the need for divine revelation and spiritual insight to understand Jesus’ true identity and mission.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 28. When ye have lifted up. When you have crucified. See Barnes "Joh 3:14, See Barnes "Joh 12:32". The Son of man. See Barnes "Mt 8:19,20". Then shall ye know. Then shall you have evidence or proof. That I am he. Am the Messiah, which I have professed to be. And that I do nothing of myself. That is, you shall have proof that God has sent me; that I am the Messiah; and that God concurs with me and approves my doctrine. This proof was furnished by the miracles that attended the death of Jesus --the earthquake and darkness; but chiefly by his resurrection from the dead, which proved, beyond a doubt, that he was what he affirmed he was-- the Messiah.

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