John 8:48-59 (New International Version)
View In My BibleThe Claims of Jesus About Himself
48 The Jews answered him, "Aren't we right in saying that you are a Samaritan1 and demon-possessed?"2 49 "I am not possessed by a demon," said Jesus, "but I honor my Father and you dishonor me. 50 I am not seeking glory for myself;3 but there is one who seeks it, and he is the judge. 51 I tell you the truth, if anyone keeps my word, he will never see death."4 52 At this the Jews exclaimed, "Now we know that you are demon-possessed!5 Abraham died and so did the prophets, yet you say that if anyone keeps your word, he will never taste death. 53 Are you greater than our father Abraham?6 He died, and so did the prophets. Who do you think you are?" 54 Jesus replied, "If I glorify myself,7 my glory means nothing. My Father, whom you claim as your God, is the one who glorifies me.8 55 Though you do not know him,9 I know him.10 If I said I did not, I would be a liar like you, but I do know him and keep his word.11 56 Your father Abraham12 rejoiced at the thought of seeing my day; he saw it13 and was glad." 57 "You are not yet fifty years old," the Jews said to him, "and you have seen Abraham!" 58 "I tell you the truth," Jesus answered, "before Abraham was born,14 I am!"15 59 At this, they picked up stones to stone him,16 but Jesus hid himself,17 slipping away from the temple grounds.Scripture 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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