John 8:38

"I know that you are Abraham’s offspring, yet you seek to kill me, because my word finds no place in you."

Key Reflection

Jesus asserts that despite their claim to be descendants of Abraham, these Jews reject his message and try to harm him, indicating a spiritual disconnect. This highlights the difference between biological lineage and genuine faith or belief.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 38. I speak, &c. Joh 3:11-13. My Father. God. Your father. The devil. See Joh 8:44. To see here means to learn of. They had learned of or been taught by the devil, and imitated him. {i} "I speak that" Joh 14:10,24 __________________________________________________________________

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