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John 16:29–33

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29

His disciples said to him, “Behold, now you are speaking plainly, and using no figures of speech.

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Verse 29. In this we believe that thou camest forth from God; that is, we are more confirmed than ever, that thou art the Messias, the true Son of God. Yet Saint John Chrysostom S. Cyril, and Saint Augustine take notice, that their faith was but imperfect, till after Christ’s resurrection, and the coming of the Holy Ghost; and therefore Christ answered them, (verse 31. and so forth) Now do you believe? the hour cometh, that you shall be dispersed, and so forth Witham.

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30

Now we know that you know all things, and don’t need for anyone to question you. By this we believe that you came from God.”

31

Jesus answered them, “Do you now believe?

32

Behold, the time is coming, yes, and has now come, that you will be scattered, everyone to his own place, and you will leave me alone. Yet I am not alone, because the Father is with me.

33

I have told you these things, that in me you may have peace. In the world you have trouble; but cheer up! I have overcome the world.”

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