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Explore various responses to Jesus' message, subjective factors in faith, discerning true from false testimony, and the role of doubt in disputed ideas according to the writings of John. Delve into the heart of the hearer to understand faith rejection. Reflect on the verses from John 7:17 and 12:47-48.
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Why Do Some Not Believe? Studies in the Writings of John
Why Do Some Not Believe? • Different responses to Jesus’ message • Subjective factors in faith • Rejecting true testimony and accepting false • Must we be doubtful about every idea thatis disputed? • The difference is in the heart of the hearer
Conclusion • “If anyone wants to do His will, he shall know concerning the doctrine, whether it is from God or whether I speak on My own authority” – John 7:17 • “And if anyone hears My words and does not believe, I do not judge him; for I did not come to judge the world but to save the world. He who rejects Me, and does not receive My words, has that which judges him -- the word that I have spoken will judge him in the last day” – John 12:47,48