John 11:3 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Therefore his sisters sent unto him, saying, Lord, behold, he whom thou lovest is sick.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

So his sisters sent Jesus a message: 'Lord, the one you love is really sick.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When someone you love is hurting, you reach out to the people who can help.

📚 Historical Context

In the Gospel of John, chapter 11, this verse is part of the story of Lazarus, a dear friend of Jesus who lived in Bethany with his sisters, Mary and Martha. The sisters send a urgent message to Jesus, highlighting his personal love for Lazarus amid his illness, which reflects the deep relationships Jesus had during his ministry. This event leads to one of Jesus' greatest miracles, the raising of Lazarus, illustrating his authority over life and death.

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So they wrote a letter that went something like this: 'Hey there! This is from the apostles, church leaders, and all the believers here. We're writing to our non-Jewish brothers and sisters in Antioch, Syria, and Cilicia.'

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