John · Chapter 11 King James Version

John 11:4

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The Scripture

(4) When Jesus heard that, he said, This sickness is not unto death, but for the glory of God, that the Son of God might be glorified thereby.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)

In John 11, Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead after he has been dead four days, demonstrating his authority over death. Martha and Mary mourn, yet Jesus declares that he is the resurrection and the life, urging belief in his promise of eternal life. The chapter emphasizes faith in Jesus' power to bring back the dead and the hope of eternal life.

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