What does John 11:1 mean?

John 11:1 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply John 11:1 today?

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

Now a certain man was sick, named Lazarus, of Bethany, the town of Mary and her sister Martha.

1Now a certain man was sick, named Lazarus, of Bethany, the town of Mary and her sister Martha.

2(It was that Mary which anointed the Lord with ointment, and wiped his feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was sick.)

3Therefore his sisters sent unto him, saying, Lord, behold, he whom thou lovest is sick.

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