Jan. 08, 2025

Jesus's final public message before His crucifixion serves as a powerful testament to the ongoing battle between light and darkness in our world. Even after witnessing remarkable miracles, including Lazarus's resurrection, many people struggled with unbelief, demonstrating that miraculous signs alone don't guarantee faith. The message reveals how the Holy Spirit's witness in our hearts proves more transformative than physical miracles.A particularly striking aspect involves the chief rulers who believed but wouldn't publicly confess their faith, fearing social consequences and preferring human approval over God's praise. Jesus emphasizes that believing in Him means actively choosing light over darkness, not just intellectual agreement. His mission wasn't to condemn but to save, offering an alternative to the darkness that encompasses the world. The message concludes with a bold declaration about the transformative power of His words, which continue to offer both life and judgment based on how people respond to them.