John 11:48
“If we let him thus alone, all men will believe on him: and the Romans shall come and take away both our place and nation.”
What does John 11:48 mean?
John 11:48 (KJV) states, "If we let him thus alone, all men will believe on him: and the Romans shall come and take away both our place and nation." In this verse, we find a group of Jewish religious leaders discussing what to do about Jesus, who has been gaining a large…
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In John 11:48, the religious leaders face a profound dilemma: “If we let him thus alone, all men will believe on him: and the Romans shall come and take away both our place and nation.” This verse encapsulates the struggle of the Jewish authorities during a pivotal moment in…
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Heavenly Father, In the sacred stillness of this moment, we come before You with reverence and deep humility, acknowledging Your unparalleled sovereignty over all creation. We are reminded of the poignant words spoken in John 11:48: "If we let him thus alone, all men will…
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