John 9:4

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Summary

John 9:4

I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work.

Must

While

Bible References

Must

Jesus answered them, "My food is doing what God, who sent me, wants me to, and accomplishing His work.

So, Jesus said to them, "Truly, truly, I tell you, the Son [of God] cannot do anything on His own [i.e., independently of the Father]; but [He does] what He sees His Father doing. For whatever the Father does, the Son also does as well.

Jesus said to them, "I have shown you many good deeds [i.e., miracles], performed through the Father. Which one of them are you stoning me for?"

I am honoring you [while] on earth by completing the work you gave me to do.

And He said to them, "Go and tell that fox [Note: This is a metaphor signifying the sly, cunning nature of King Herod], 'Look, I am driving out evil spirits and performing [miraculous] healings today and tomorrow, but on the third day I will be finished.'

we cannot help but speak about the things we have seen and heard."

While

Jesus answered, "Are there not twelve hours in a day? [i.e., hours of daylight]. If a person walks during daylight, he will not stumble because he can see [by] the sun's light.

So, Jesus said to them, "The Light will be among you for only a little while [longer]. Walk around while you [still] have the Light [with you], before darkness surrounds you. For the person who walks around in darkness does not know where he is going.

making the most of every opportunity, because these days are evil.

Be wise in the way you live in front of outsiders [i.e., non-Christians], making the most of every opportunity.