If I had not come and spoken unto them, they had not had sin: but now they have no cloak for their sin.
If I hadn't come and told them the truth, they wouldn't be held responsible for this. But now that I've shown up and said what needed to be said, they can't pretend they don't know better.
Once you know the truth, you can't unsee it, and that changes everything.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of John, Jesus is delivering his farewell discourse to his disciples during the Last Supper, emphasizing the consequences of his ministry in a world that rejects him. He is specifically addressing how his teachings and miracles have removed any excuse for the religious leaders and others who oppose him, making their sin undeniable. This occurs in the context of Jesus preparing his followers for his impending death and the persecution they will face.
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