For I have not even come on My own initiative [as self-appointed], but He [is the One who] sent Me. KJV. But the One who sent Me is truthful, and what I have heard from Him, I tell the world." John 8:44New American Standard Bible (NASB) 44 You are of yourfather the devil, and you want to do the desires of your father. The next step is to choose a monthly or yearly subscription, an 51 I assure you, most solemnly I tell you, if anyone observes My teaching [lives in accordance with My message, keeps My word], he will by no means ever see and experience death. in your sins; for if you do not believe that I am. 2 Early in the morning (at dawn), He came back into the temple [[a]court], and the people came to Him in crowds. John 8 Amplified Bible (AMP) The Adulterous Woman. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks what is natural to him, for he is a liar and the father of lies and half-truths. 18 I am One [of the Two] bearing testimony concerning Myself; and My Father, Who sent Me, He also testifies about Me. 45 But because I speak the truth, you do not believe Me [and continue in your unbelief]. 41 You are doing the works of your [own] father.” They said to Him, “We are not illegitimate children; we have one [spiritual] Father: God.” 42 Jesus said to them, “If God were your Father [but He is not], you would love and recognize Me, for I came from God [out of His very presence] and have arrived here. 12 So then, # Lit brethren. Is that why He says, Where I am going, it is not possible for you to come? He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth because there is no truth in him. “I do not have a demon. John 8:56 How Abraham saw the incarnation of Jesus is unclear. When he lies, he speaks … John 8 The Woman Caught in Adultery. When he speaks a falsehood, he speaks what is natural to him, for he is a liar [himself] and the father of lies and of all that is false. 73. But what do You say [to do with her—what is Your sentence]?(A). brothers and sisters, we have an obligation, but not to our flesh [our human nature, our worldliness, our sinful capacity], to live according to the [impulses of the] flesh [our nature without the Holy Spirit]— 13 for if you are living according to the [impulses of the] flesh, you are going to die. This is not the way Abraham acted. 9 They listened [to His reply], and they began to go out one by one, starting with the oldest ones, until He was left alone, with the woman [standing there before Him] in the center of the court. Where I am going, it is not possible for you to come. John 8 is the eighth chapter in the Gospel of John in the New Testament of the Christian Bible.It continues the account of Jesus' debate with the Pharisees after the Feast of Tabernacles, which began in the previous chapter.. 23 He said to them, You are from below; I am from above. spiritual death and separation from God. Other options New from $7.06. 54 Jesus answered, If I were to glorify Myself (magnify, praise, and honor Myself), I would have no real glory, for My glory would be nothing and worthless. They made her stand in the middle of the court and put the case before Him. Where I am going, you cannot come.” 22 So the Jews were asking [among themselves], “Will He kill Himself? “Even if I do testify on My own behalf, My testimony is valid, because I know where I came from and where I am going; but you do not know where I come from or where I am going. 3 Now the scribes and Pharisees brought a … But I do know Him and keep His word. 26 I have much to say about you and to judge and condemn. 56 Your forefather Abraham was extremely happy at the hope and prospect of seeing My day (My incarnation); and he did see it and was delighted.(C). It is because [your spiritual ears are deaf and] you are unable to hear [the truth of] My word. John 8:56 How Abraham saw the incarnation of Jesus is unclear. Capitalized because of Who He is, the everlasting Father, not who the speaker may have thought He was. 27 They did not perceive (know, understand) that He was speaking to them about the Father. ... “He who is without [any] sin among you, let him be the first to throw a stone at her.” 8 Then He stooped down again and started writing on the ground. Commentary on John 8:41-47 (Read John 8:41-47) Satan prompts men to excesses by which they murder themselves and others, while what he puts into the mind tends to ruin men's souls. [I do not seek and am not aiming for My own glory.] A A A A A; A Woman Caught In Adultery . From now on sin no more.”]. Many call for Bible publishers to remove these verses (along with Mark 16:9–20) from … 10 When Jesus raised Himself up, He said to her, Woman, where are your accusers? All rights reserved. [You condemn by external, human standards.] 38 I tell the things which I have seen and learned at My Father’s side, and your actions also reflect what you have heard and learned from your father. 39 They retorted, Abraham is our father. [My honor must come to Me from My Father.] 24 That is why I told you that you will die in (under the curse of) your sins; for if you do not believe that I am He [Whom I claim to be—if you do not adhere to, trust in, and rely on Me], you will die in your sins. What do You mean by saying, You will be set free? 45 But because I speak the truth, you do not believe Me [do not trust Me, do not rely on Me, or adhere to Me]. They made her … On the contrary, I honor and reverence My Father and you dishonor (despise, vilify, and scorn) Me. 8 But Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father's desires. He sat down and was teaching them, )He declares Himself to be the Light, and appeals to the witness of the Father and of Himself (John 8:12-20). KJV change ... AMP change. 1But Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. 21 Then He said again to them, “I am going away, and you will look for Me, and you will die [unforgiven and condemned] in your sin. 35 Now a slave does not remain in a household permanently (forever); the son [of the house] does remain forever. 15 You judge according to [b]human standards [just by what you see]. When he lies, he speaks what is natural to him, for he is a liar and the father of lies. 20 Jesus said these things in the treasury while He was teaching in the temple [[c]court]; but no one ventured to arrest Him, because His hour had not yet come. Looking for a fundamental understanding of the Bible? 4 Teacher, they said, This woman has been caught in the very act of adultery. John 8:26 "I have much to say about you and much to judge. 42 Jesus said to them, If God were your Father, you would love Me and respect Me and welcome Me gladly, for I proceeded (came forth) from God [out of His very presence]. Abraham died, and also the prophets, yet You say, If a man keeps My word, he will never taste of death into all eternity. Starting your free trial of Bible Gateway Plus is easy. Go. Whom do You make Yourself out to be?” 54 Jesus answered, “If I glorify Myself, My glory is [worth] nothing. 52 The Jews said to Him, Now we know that You are under the power of a demon ([d]insane). Version. He who follows Me will not be walking in the dark, but will have the Light which is Life. 17 Even in your own law it is written that the testimony of two persons is true [valid and admissible]. 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