John 6:61
“When Jesus knew in himself that his disciples murmured at it, he said unto them, Doth this offend you?”

What does John 6:61 mean?
In the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible, John 6:61 reads, "When Jesus knew in himself that his disciples murmured at it, he said unto them, Doth this offend you?" This verse occurs within a larger passage where Jesus is teaching his followers about the importance of faith…
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In the Gospel of John, we find a pivotal moment in the ministry of Jesus, encapsulated in John 6:61: "When Jesus knew in himself that his disciples murmured at it, he said unto them, Doth this offend you?" This verse speaks to a profound truth about following Jesus—sometimes His…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for Understanding and Courage in the Face of Offense
O Heavenly Father, We come before You today with hearts full of reverence, recognizing the truth of Your Word as we reflect upon the solemn moment captured in John 6:61, where our Lord Jesus, knowing the murmuring of His disciples, lovingly asked, "Doth this offend you?" In this…
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