John 13:19 · KJV

"Now I tell you before it come, that, when it is come to pass, ye may believe that I am he."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹⁷If ye know these things, happy are ye if ye do them.

¹⁸I speak not of you all: I know whom I have chosen: but that the scripture may be fulfilled, He that eateth bread with me hath lifted up his heel against me.

¹⁹Now I tell you before it come, that, when it is come to pass, ye may believe that I am he.

²⁰Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that receiveth whomsoever I send receiveth me; and he that receiveth me receiveth him that sent me.

²¹When Jesus had thus said, he was troubled in spirit, and testified, and said, Verily, verily, I say unto you, that one of you shall betray me.

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Reflection Questions

How does knowing Jesus foretold his betrayal impact your understanding of his mission?

What does it mean for you to believe in Jesus as the Messiah?

When have you experienced a moment of clarity about your faith?

Life Application

faith

Consider how you can strengthen your belief in Jesus' promises. Reflect on ways to deepen your relationship with Him.

trust

Identify areas in your life where you need to trust God more fully and take steps to surrender those concerns to Him.

Places in This Verse

Upper Room

The location where Jesus shared the Last Supper with His disciples, a significant event in Christian tradition.

Connection to Jesus

nt fulfillment

Jesus foretells events to strengthen the faith of His disciples, showing His divine knowledge and authority.

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