John’s gospel shows us that not everybody was an adoring fan of Jesus. We see how people who didn’t believe treated Jesus during his time of ministry. The text says “people,” but it is very possible from the tone that these people were the religious leaders. They seem to have almost ambushed Jesus on his stroll through the temple.
To nearly be stoned for blasphemy seems ludicrous, but spiritual blindness is a real thing. We know who Jesus was, but even Jews today do not recognize that Jesus and God are one. Jesus was just a man in their eyes. Jesus’ defense was simple: “Don’t believe me unless I carry out my Father’s work.” All the healings and miracles were proof. Continue reading “John 10:22-42 – Not All Fans”
