John 5:38

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John 5:36–40 · Berean Standard Bible

36 But I have testimony more substantial than that of John. For the works that the Father has given Me to accomplish—the very works I am doing—testify about Me that the Father has sent Me.

37 And the Father who sent Me has Himself testified about Me. You have never heard His voice nor seen His form,

38 nor does His word abide in you, because you do not believe the One He sent.

39 You pore over the Scriptures because you presume that by them you possess eternal life. These are the very words that testify about Me,

40 yet you refuse to come to Me to have life.

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Deuteronomy 6:8

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Proverbs 2:2

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Proverbs 7:2

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John 12:45

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John 12:47

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John 12:48

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