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Book of John - Chapter 11 - Verse 37

11:37
And some of them said, Could not this man, which opened the eyes of the blind, have caused that even this man should not have died?

Meaning

Some of the people present at the scene where Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead questioned why he did not intervene earlier to prevent Lazarus' death, especially since they had witnessed his miraculous ability to heal the blind. This verse reflects the struggle of human understanding in the face of divine timing and sovereignty. The onlookers doubted why Jesus, who had performed other incredible miracles, had seemingly allowed Lazarus to die. However, Jesus used this opportunity to demonstrate his power over death and ultimately point to his identity as the resurrection and the life. This verse serves as a reminder that God's ways are higher than our ways, and sometimes we may not understand the reasons behind His actions. It highlights the importance of trusting in God's timing and sovereignty, even when we do not fully comprehend His plans.

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