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Jesus therefore said to those Jews who had believed him, "If you remain in my word, then you are truly my disciples.
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The Test of True Discipleship
Commentators unanimously agree that Jesus is establishing the primary test of genuine faith. An initial profession of belief is the start, but true discipleship is proven by 'abiding' or 'continuing' in His word. Scholars call this endurance the 'acid test' that distinguishes authentic, lasting faith from a temporary or superficial one.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
If ye continue in my word. If you continue to obey my commandments and to receive my doctrines.
Then are ye, etc. This is …
Which had believed him (τους πεπιστευκοτας αυτω). Articular perfect active participle of πιστευω with dative αυτω (trusted him) ra…
19th Century
Anglican
Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him.—Better, to those Jews who had believed Him. The act of fait…
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Baptist
As he spake these words, many believed on him. Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my d…
Jesus now addressed those Jews who had expressed a measure of faith in him. He began his discourse with the assumption that they would proceed to a…
16th Century
Protestant
If you continue in my word. Here Christ warns them, first, that it is not enough for anyone to have begun well if their progress to the en…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Then said Jesus to those Jews that believed on him For he knew instantly who they were, and when they believed on hi…
Such power attended our Lord's words that many were convinced and professed to believe in him. He encouraged them to attend his teaching, rely on h…
13th Century
Catholic
After showing the remedy for escaping from the darkness, Christ now demonstrates its effectiveness. He first explains the remedy's power …
