What does John 5:40 mean?

John 5:40 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply John 5:40 today?

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

And ye will not come to me, that ye might have life.

38And ye have not his word abiding in you: for whom he hath sent, him ye believe not.

39Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.

40And ye will not come to me, that ye might have life.

41I receive not honour from men.

42But I know you, that ye have not the love of God in you.

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