What does John 10:24 mean?

John 10:24 highlights themes such as identity, doubt, faith when read in context.

How should I apply John 10:24 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Then came the Jews round about him, and said unto him, How long dost thou make us to doubt? If thou be the Christ, tell us plainly.

22And it was at Jerusalem the feast of the dedication, and it was winter.

23And Jesus walked in the temple in Solomon's porch.

24Then came the Jews round about him, and said unto him, How long dost thou make us to doubt? If thou be the Christ, tell us plainly.

25Jesus answered them, I told you, and ye believed not: the works that I do in my Father's name, they bear witness of me.

26But ye believe not, because ye are not of my sheep, as I said unto you.

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Matthew 16:15
Jesus asks his disciples who they say he is, similar to the doubts expressed here.
John 10:30
Jesus asserts his unity with the Father, addressing doubts about his identity.
Luke 22:67
The questioning of Jesus' identity continues throughout the Gospels.