John 11:38
“Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it.”

What does John 11:38 mean?
John 11:38 (KJV) reads, "Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it." This verse comes from the Gospel of John, which is the fourth book of the New Testament. In this chapter, Jesus performs one of his most notable…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Depth of Christ's Compassion: A Reflection on John 11:38
John 11:38 states, "Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it." This verse is part of the profound narrative surrounding the death of Lazarus, and it provides an intimate glimpse into the heart of Jesus during one of…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for Compassion and Understanding in Times of Grief
O Eternal Lord, As I bow my head before Thee, reflecting on the weighty moment captured in John 11:38—"Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it"—I am drawn into the profound depths of compassion that Lord Jesus…
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