Today's verse, together with the subsequent (final) four verses of chapter three in John's gospel, draw out some specifics about Jesus. This verse contrasts Jesus with John the Baptist, pointing out that Jesus is from heaven and John is human like the rest of us. To me, it echoes John the Baptist's words in chapter one where he states that he baptizes with water, but Jesus baptizes with the Holy Spirit (Jn 1:33). It really distinguishes Jesus as more than just a man, but as God. We see that:
- Jesus is from heaven
- Jesus is above all on earth
- He testifies about what he knows but no one believes him
- Anyone who does believe Jesus certifies that God is trustworthy
- Jesus speaks the words of God
- He does not ration his gift of the Holy Spirit
- The Father loves Jesus
- The Father has given everything over to Jesus
- Whoever believes in Jesus has eternal life
- The wrath of God remains upon whoever disobeys Jesus
Today, one at a time, I will meditate for a few minutes on each of these statements about Jesus.
Saint Joseph, husband of Mary, patron of fatherhood, pray for us.
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