John 3:11
"I tell you the truth, we speak of what we know, and we testify to what we have seen, but still you people do not accept ..." — John 3:11 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations.
“I tell you the truth, we speak of what we know, and we testify to what we have seen, but still you people do not accept our testimony.”John 3:11 (NIV)
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“The Word Became FleshIn the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”
— John 1:1
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John 3:11 is found in the New Testament, in the book of John. This verse comes from chapter 3, which can be read in full at the John chapter 3 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
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Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.
Galatians 5:11Brothers, if I am still preaching circumcision, why am I still being persecuted? In that case the offense of the cross has been abolished.
John 3:28You yourselves can testify that I said, ‘I am not the Christ but am sent ahead of him.’
Romans 1:9God, whom I serve with my whole heart in preaching the gospel of his Son, is my witness how constantly I remember you
Isaiah 61:1The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners,
Luke 4:18“The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to release the oppressed,
1 Corinthians 9:18What then is my reward? Just this: that in preaching the gospel I may offer it free of charge, and so not make use of my rights in preaching it.
1 Peter 5:1To the elders among you, I appeal as a fellow elder, a witness of Christ’s sufferings and one who also will share in the glory to be revealed:
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Heavenly Father, thank You for the truth revealed in John 3:11. Open my heart to receive Your Word and transform my life. Help me apply this Scripture faithfully and share its hope with others. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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What does John 3:11 mean?
"I tell you the truth, we speak of what we know, and we testify to what we have seen, but still you people do not accept ..." — John 3:11 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations. The original biblical context enriches our understanding of how this verse applies today.
What is the context of John 3:11?
John 3:11 is found in the New Testament, in the book of John. This verse comes from chapter 3, which can be read in full at the John chapter 3 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
How does John 3:11 read in other translations?
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