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I have come in my Father`s name, and you don`t receive me. If another comes in his own name, you will receive him.
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The Test of Authority
Commentators explain that Jesus contrasts two types of authority. He came "in his Father's name," representing God's will and divine commission. In contrast, false teachers and messiahs come "in their own name," seeking personal glory and promoting themselves. This serves as a timeless test for believers to discern between true servants of God and those who are self-appointed.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
I am come in my Father's name. By the authority of God, or giving proof that I am sent by Him.
If another shall come in his own…
In my Father's name (εν τω ονοματ του πατρος μου). Seven times Jesus in John speaks of the "Name" of the Father (5:43; 10:25; 12:2…
19th Century
Anglican
I am come in my Father’s name.—So far from self-assertion or honor-seeking, He came in the name of, as representing, the …
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Baptist
Some men find it difficult to believe in Christ because they are always seeking honour for themselves; desire for the praise of men often blinds th…
16th Century
Protestant
Regarding the statement, I have come in my Father’s name, the false prophets do indeed boast of this title, as the Pope, today, boasts ope…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
I am come in my Father's name Power and authority; by his consent, with his will, and according to a covenant with h…
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The Jews considered that eternal life was revealed to them in their Scriptures, and that they had it, because they had the word of God in their han…
13th Century
Catholic
After God confirmed the greatness of His power through the testimonies of men, of God Himself, and of the Scriptures, He here rebukes the…
