John 5:14, ESV: Afterward Jesus found him in the temple and said to him, “See, you are well! Sin no more, that nothing worse may happen to you.” John 5:14, KJV: Afterward Jesus findeth him in the temple, and said unto him, Behold, thou art made whole: sin no more, lest a worse thing come unto thee.
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What is the motive of John 5:15?
ἀνήγγειλε, κ.τ.λ.] The motive was neither malice(Schleiermacher, Paulus, comp. Ammon), nor gratitude, to bring Jesus into notice and recognition among the Jews (Cyril, Chrysostom, Theophylact, Euthymius Zigabenus, Grotius, and many early writers; also Maier and Hengstenberg), nor obedience to the rulers(Bengel, Lücke, de Wette, Luthardt), under the influence of stupidity (Tholuck) or fear (Lange), but, in keeping with John 5:11, and the designation ὁ ποιήσας αὐτὸν ὑγιῆ(comp. John 5:11): the supplementary vindication of the authorityin obedience to which he had acted, though it was the Sabbath (John 5:9-10), and which he was unable to name to the Jews. This authority is with him decidedly higher than that of the Sanhedrim; and he not only employs it for his own acquittal, but even defiesthem with it. Comp. the man born blind, John 9:17; John 9:31ff. But for this purpose how easily could he ascertain the nameof Jesus!
What did Jesus know about sickness?
μηκέτι ἁμάρτ.] Jesus therefore knew (by direct intuition) that the sickness of this sufferer had been brought about (see on Matthew 9:2-3) by special sin(of what kinddoes not appear); and this particularform of sin is what He refers to, not generally to the universal connection between sin and physical evil (Neander, following the early expositors), or between sin and sickness (Hengstenberg), which would not be in keeping with the character of this private interview, the design of which was the good of the man’s soul. The man’s own consciencewould necessarily give an individualapplication to the μηκέτι ἁμάρτ. Comp. John 8:11.
What does Matthew Henry say about sin?
Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary. 5:10-16 Those eased of the punishment of sin, are in danger of returning to sin, when the terror and restraint are over, unless Divine grace dries up the fountain. The misery believers are made whole from, warns us to sin no more, having felt the smart of sin.
What does Christ say about the wrath to come?
Christ spoke of the wrath to come, which is beyond compare worse than the many hours, nay, weeks and years of pain, some wicked men have to suffer in consequence of their unlawful indulgences. And if such afflictions are severe, how dreadful will be the everlasting punishment of the wicked! Barnes' Notes on the Bible.
Where did Jesus find him after he laid down his bed?
Afterward Jesus findeth him in the temple ,.... Perhaps on the same day; for as soon as he had been at home, and laid down his bed, it is very likely he went directly to the temple, there to show himself, attend the worship of the place, and return thanks to God for the great mercy bestowed on him: .
Does Jesus continue to sin?
No longer continue to sin. See on Matthew 1:21. Jesus thus shows His knowledge that the sickness was the result of sin.
What does chapter 5 of 1 John mean?
Chapter 5 concludes the book of 1 John, once again emphasizing the supremacy of love in the Christian experience. Those who put their faith in Christ can know, for sure, that they have eternal life. This assurance comes by trusting what we know of the life of Jesus Christ, as well as the evidence of the Holy Spirit within us.
What does John say about confidence in prayer?
After emphasizing confidence in eternal life, John comments on confidence in prayer. The believer can know he or she has eternal life and know God hears their prayers. However, this verse specifies that getting a positive answer to prayer is based on asking "according to his will.".
What is the parable of a servant who did not act according to his master's will?
In Luke 12:47, a parable is told about a servant who did not act "according to his [master's] will" and received judgment. In Hebrews 2:4, the author mentions gifts of the Holy Spirit distributed "according to his will.".