Ye yourselves bear me witness, that I said, I am not the Christ; but that I am sent before him. The immediate connection with John 3:26 points to the latter view as the correct one (but see Alford’s Note on the other side). 1 Corinthians 3:1-9; 1 Corinthians 4:1-7; 1 Corinthians 12:12-31). He meant that no one can receive anything unless God in His sovereignty permits it (cf. In the Gospels, the disciples of John and the disciples of our Lord are in it for themselves, until they learn the meaning of taking up one’s cross. 1 a In the beginning was b the Word, and c the Word was with God, and d the Word was God. Questions and answers with John Piper. In John the word ajpovllumi seems to mean either (1) to be lost (2) to perish or be destroyed, depending on the context. Except it be given him; every office in God’s kingdom, and all success in doing good, is from God. {3:28} Ipsi vos mihi testimonium perhibetis, quod dixerim: Non sum ego Christus: sed quia missus sum ante illum. 2 He was in the beginning with God. δύναται, is not the mere moral possibility, but λαμβάνειν, corresponding to the being given, designates a real receiving. A double negative. The use of ἄνθρωπος and the reference contained in it to his inferiority of position, who must be content with whatever lot is assigned to him, is explained also by Ecclesiastes 6:10 : "That which he is, he hath long been named, and it is known that he is man: neither may he contend with Him that is mightier than he." Jesus did not come of himself; he was sent, by the Father, on a mission. We don't call the shots. 27 John answered and said, A man can a receive nothing, except it be given him from heaven. a man can receive nothing; the Syriac and Persic versions add, "of his own will": some understand this of Christ, as man, who did not take upon him the character of the Messiah, nor the office of a Mediator, nor the honour of it of himself; and who received the gifts and graces of the Spirit of God, without measure, and had his success in his work from above: and indeed, it is true of both Christ, and John; for as Christ, so John received his office, and honour, as the harbinger and forerunner of Christ, and all his gifts qualifying for it, and his success in it, not of himself, but of God: and since therefore the superior office, and honour, and usefulness of the one above the other, were according to the sovereign will of God, there was no room for complaint, murmuring, and envy; but there ought to be contentment and pleasure in the wise disposition of things by God. John The Word Became Flesh. EXEGESIS: MARK 3. It is designed to answer the same end, and, by whomsoever accomplished, the hand of God is in it, and we should rejoice. Greek. John 3:27, CSB: "John responded, "No one can receive anything unless it has been given to him from heaven." Even Christ Himself came under this law. (22-36) Commentary on John 3:1-8 (Read John 3:1-8) Nicodemus was afraid, or ashamed to be seen with Christ, therefore came in the night. Daniel 3:27 Context. Biblical Commentary (Bible study) Mark 3:20-35 . 3 Now there was a Pharisee, a man named Nicodemus who was a member of the Jewish ruling council. And the Jews — It should be observed, that the word Jews, in this place and some others, does not mean persons of that nation in general, but of the country of Judea (see John 3:22. You yourselves were there when I made it public that I was not the Messiah but simply the one sent ahead of him to get things ready. Solid Joys. 28 Ye yourselves bear me witness, that I said, I am not the Christ, but that I am sent before him. {3:27} John responded and said: “A man is not able to receive anything, unless it has been given to him from heaven. Chapter Parallel. 5:4; [James 1:17; 1 Pet. John 3:27 New King James Version (NKJV) 27 John answered and said, “A man can receive nothing unless it has been given to him from heaven. What a mean old crab he must be to make life that way! Read Introduction to John . But no one asked, “What do you want?” or “Why are you talking with her?” 28 Then, leaving her water jar, the woman went back to the town and said to the people, 29 “Come, see a man who told me everything I ever did. John 3:27 Context. That joy is mine, and it is now complete." If Jesus and his disciples are successful, if all men flee to him, it is proof that God favors him, and you should rejoice. Gal. 12:13 : “For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—Jews or Greeks, slaves or free—and all were made to drink of one Spirit (See also Mark 16:16, Acts 2:38, Acts 22:16 and Col. 2:11-13). God initially installs the new man, and it is our responsibility to nourish him. Galatians 3:27: “For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.” I Cor. John saw it and loved it: “Nobody leaves me and goes to Jesus unless it is given him from heaven (verse 27). This mission was the salvation of the world. Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives. Jesus tells us to take his yoke and it will be easy, and that his burden is light (Mt 11:30). 4 f In him was life, 1 and g the life was the light of men. We must therefore suppose, that in ver. They teach that being immersed in the baptismal water is the place and time of deliverance from sins. The power that had shown itself in word and work, teaching as none ever taught before, binding men—aye, some of their own brotherhood—to Himself, convincing men whose minds were open to the truth that He was the very Christ—all this could only have been received from heaven. For no one could perform the signs you are doing if God were not with him.”. John answered and said, "A man can receive nothing unless it has been given him from heaven. They answered and said unto the king, True, O king. (27) A man can receive nothing . John demonstrated an exemplary attitude. John 3:27. John 3:3 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] John 3:3, NIV: "Jesus replied, 'Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again.'" A man can receive, &c.—assume nothing, that is, lawfully and with any success; that is, Every man has his work and sphere appointed him from above, Even Christ Himself came under this law (Heb 5:4). Chapter Summary. nothing. John the Baptist prophesied that, while he was sent to “baptize with water,” Jesus was the One who would “baptize with the Holy Spirit” (John 1:33-34). shows that he joys even in the subordinate character of his office. I don't like a God like that." 25 Now a discussion arose between some of John's disciples and a Jew about purification, 26 so they went to John and said, 'Rabbi, the man who was with you on the far side of the Jordan, the man to whom you bore witness, is baptising now, and everyone is going to him.' But John understood and submitted to God's governance. Interactive Bible study with John Piper. Jesus tells us to take his yoke and it will be easy, and that his burden is light (Mt 11:30). Heb. In this world, you will have trouble. John 16:33(NASB) Verse Thoughts The Lord Jesus was to face the most challenging event in the history of the universe, for He Who had rested in the bosom of the Father and communed with Him throughout eternity, was to experience the most excruciating separation from His God and Father – an agonizing disconnection, which is beyond the comprehension of frail mortal man. John clearly set forth his conviction that Jesus was the Messiah. They maintain that baptism is the place where a person “puts on Christ,” where he is “clothed with Christ”; and that it means that baptism saves. God initially installs the new man, and it is our responsibility to nourish him. Heaven (1.) This shows the English words related to the source biblical texts along with brief definitions. Malachi 3:1 Articles Sermons Topics Books Podcasts Filter Resources By Ask Pastor John. 27 John answered and said, “A man can receive nothing unless it has been given to him from heaven. 29 He that hath the bride is the bridegroom: but the friend of the bridegroom, which standeth and heareth him, rejoiceth greatly because of the bridegroom’s voice: this my joy therefore is fulfilled. It is disputed whether this proposition refers merely to Christ or to John, or to both at the same time. 24 For John was not yet cast into prison. John answered and said, A man can receive nothing, except it have been given him out of heaven. ), Ver. 3 e All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. He that hath the bride is the bridegroom, that the greater activity and success of Jesus was given Him of God, ΠΕΡΙΤΡΈΠΕΙ ΤΑΎΤΗΝ ΚΑΘʼ ΑὐΤῶΝ, John answered and said, A man can receive nothing, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers. Honoured with a divine commission, they must stay within its limitations. Galatians 3:27-28. 27.A man cannot receive any thing. John 3:27. I have espoused you to one husband, that I may present you as a chaste virgin to Christ. Daily devotional with John Piper. So Calvin, Beza [“quid conamini meae conditioni aliquid adjicere?”], Bengel [“quomodo audeam ego, inquit, homines ad me adstringere?”], and Lücke. It also expressed John"s satisfaction with that state of affairs. 4:10, 11] New King James Version (NKJV) Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Regarding Jesus this statement expressed belief that God had permitted Jesus to enjoy the popularity that He was experiencing. 25 Then there arose a question between some of John's disciples and the Jews about purifying. John replied, “No one can receive anything unless God gives it from heaven. Jesus began his ministry with a bang! Galatians 3:27 is not referring to water baptism at all. 3 e All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. (See Note on John 6:36. They suppose the meaning to be this: “That within so short a time he has risen to so great honor, is the work of God; and therefore it is in vain for you to attempt to degrade him whom God with his own hand has raised on high.” Others think that it is an exclamation into which he indignantly breaks forth, because his disciples had hitherto made so little progress. As success comes from the same source, we ought not to be envious. When religion is out of fashion, there are many Nicodemites. John answered and said, “A man can receive nothing unless it has been given to him from heaven. John 3:27-29. Heavenly Father, I stand increasingly amazed at the privileged position that You have bestowed on sinners such as I, who by grace through faith in Christ have been given the riches of the glory of this mystery.. that was hidden in ages past but which was revealed to us through Paul. It is the inward purification and renewal produced by the Holy Spirit that brings forth spiritual life to a dead sinner (Ezekiel 36:25-27; Titus 3:5). Re John 3:27 Does NOTHING mean NOTHING including faith, grace, love of God, fruit of the Spirit, baptism, communion, etc? 12:5–8]; 1 Cor. John replied, “A man can receive only what is given … God does not gift everybody in the same manner but according to … John 4:27-38 New International Version (NIV) The Disciples Rejoin Jesus. John answered and said, A man can receive nothing, except it be given him from heaven. John replied, “No one can receive anything unless God gives it from heaven. John the Baptist prophesied that, while he was sent to “baptize with water,” Jesus was the One who would “baptize with the Holy Spirit” (John 1:33-34). The friend who attends the bridegroom waits and listens for him, and is full of joy when he hears the bridegroom's voice. John 3:29, ESV: "The one who has the bride is the bridegroom. The name is derived from a word meaning... To Get the Full List of Definitions: Sign Up or Login 27 John replied: 'No one can have anything except what is given him from heaven. John 3:29 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] John 3:29, NIV: "The bride belongs to the bridegroom. But touching as is the humility of John. 3:27 is often used by the baptismal regenerationists to support the idea that you must be baptized to be saved. Use this table to get a word-for-word translation of the original Greek Scripture. Cross references: John 3:27 : [Rom. . You should not be dissatisfied that a greater than I has come, for this is what I foretold. 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