John 11:25 Context
The book of John was written by the apostle John, one of Jesus’ closest friends while on his earthly ministry. It is believed that this was the last of the Gospels to be written.
In chapter 20, John states that the book was written: “that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God and that by believing you may have life in his name”.
John 11:25 Meaning
Lazarus, one of Jesus’ friends and supporters, was dead. And now Lazarus’s sister, Martha, was blaming Jesus for his death.
Despite her sadness, even these seemingly bitter words were spoken in faith, as she followed it up with, “But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask.”
Jesus responds with comfort—not only for Martha but for all who believe. He is not just a miracle worker who can bring a decomposing body back from the dead for a while until it will inevitably die again.
No, he is more than that. He IS the resurrection. He IS the life. And that means he can give life that lasts forever.
Yes, our bodies will one day die, but we will rise again to be with our Savior for eternity. And not only us but our loved ones who believe in Christ.
John 11:25 Application
But how can we know this to be true? What proof does he offer? First, we have the evidence of Lazarus himself. This miracle wasn’t kept secret—Lazarus went on to live his life in public for all to see.
Many came to faith, but for others, it was the last straw. He was becoming too popular, so the Pharisees decided to kill him.
Which of course leads to the second proof: Jesus’ own resurrection. He is too powerful to keep in a grave. He doesn’t just have life—he IS life, and that life cannot be overcome.
And that means there’s hope! Hope that even when our bodies die, we will go on to live forever at his side, along with our loved ones who believed in Christ.
His love and power are forever to all who call upon him. Is there any better news than this?
“Then Jesus said to his disciples, ‘Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat; or about your body, what you will wear.’”