![]() ![]() John goes on to tell us that Lazarus was ill. Call it chemistry, if you like, or good vibes – something about another person awakens your spirit, and you feel drawn to them in a special way. This gives us a glimpse into the human nature of Jesus – that is, to feel a certain attraction to some, and not others. While he had many followers, Mary, Martha and Lazarus were three of his favorites. ![]() He stayed in their home when he came to Jerusalem. Mary and Martha and Lazarus were among Jesus’ closest friends. Of the village of Mary and her sister, Martha.” (John 11:1) “Now a certain man was sick, Lazarus from Bethany, What I hope you’ll get out of the sermon this morning is a promise: If Jesus can raise Lazarus from the dead, he can bring you to new life, if you’re willing. That they might put him to death.” (11:47-53) So from that day forward they took counsel If we leave him alone like this, everyone will believe in him,Īnd the Romans will come and take away both our place and our nation.’… “The chief priests therefore and the Pharisees gathered a council,Īnd said, ‘What are we doing? For this man does many signs. According to John, those who witnessed the miracle went back and told the temple leaders what happened. It sets the stage for Jesus’ own death and resurrection. It’s also the clearest sign of who he is-the Son of God, the Promised Messiah, the Savior of the world. The raising of Lazarus is the last of Jesus’ miracles. Sermon John 11:1-45 The Raising of Lazarus ![]()
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