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John 11:4 Cross-References
Explore 18 cross-references for John 11:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting John chapter 11 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“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 .”
John 11:4 (KJV)
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Commentary on John 11:4
Jesus' response reveals divine omniscience—He knows Lazarus' condition and outcome before arrival. The phrase 'not unto death' is paradoxical, as Lazarus had died or would soon die. Christ means the ultimate purpose transcends physical death, pointing to resurrection and glorification. This illness would manifest God's glory and the Son's glory, demonstrating Christ's equality with the Father in glory. The 'for' indicates divine purpose in suffering, consistent with Romans 8:28.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for John 11:4
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“Didn't I tell you that if you believed, you would see God's glory?”
“Neither did this man sin, nor his parents; but, that the works of God might be revealed in him.,Jesus answered, Neither hath this man sinned, nor his parents: but that the works of God should be made manifest in him.,,,,,,,,”
“you are blessed; because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. On their part he is blasphemed”
“even as they honor the Father. He who doesn't honor the Son doesn't honor the Father who sent him.”
“Father”
“and revealed his glory; and his disciples believed in him.”
“Jesus said”
“he said to them”
“let it be as it were the very words of God. If anyone serves”
“and lifting up his eyes to heaven”