John 10:17-27 (New International Version)
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The reason my Father loves me is that I lay down my life1--only to take it up again.
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No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord.2 I have authority to lay it down and authority to take it up again. This command I received from my Father."3
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At these words the Jews were again divided.4
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Many of them said, "He is demon-possessed5 and raving mad.6 Why listen to him?"
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But others said, "These are not the sayings of a man possessed by a demon.7 Can a demon open the eyes of the blind?"8
The Unbelief of the Jews
22 Then came the Feast of Dedicationa at Jerusalem. It was winter, 23 and Jesus was in the temple area walking in Solomon's Colonnade.9 24 The Jews10 gathered around him, saying, "How long will you keep us in suspense? If you are the Christ,b tell us plainly."11 25 Jesus answered, "I did tell you,12 but you do not believe. The miracles I do in my Father's name speak for me,13 26 but you do not believe because you are not my sheep.14 27 My sheep listen to my voice; I know them,15 and they follow me.16Scripture quoted by permission. Quotations designated (NIV) are from THE HOLY BIBLE: NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica. All rights reserved worldwide. (New International Version Bible Online)
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