John 12:37 (NKJV) 37 But although He had done so many signs before them, they did not believe in Him…
They did not believe in Him. Why?
It wasn’t because they didn’t have enough signs. In reality, there were other underlying issues.
People don’t always want to see things for what they are. There’s something that takes place when we do. For one, we need to admit we were wrong. And two, there is usually a change that comes along with acknowledging the truth.
No one can make somebody see things if the person is not willing to see it. And no one can change a person if they are not willing to change. They have to be willing to see with their own eyes and to change in their own heart and mind.
In the scripture above, Jesus gave them an opportunity, through many signs, to see who He was and to believe in Him.
Why didn’t they believe? Because of their will.
We can teach, we can train, and we can go out of our way to make sure we do all that we need to do to help people. But what it all comes down to is whether they are willing to see, listen and then take action. If their will is too strong, nothing will happen.
Sometimes they just aren’t willing. And we may never know why. We just do our part and move on.
Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie
Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808
401-315-0902
If you know someone who will enjoy this or be encouraged by it, please feel free to share it with them!
To have the Bible Verse of The Day delivered to your inbox each day, please Click Here and then enter your email address in the box near the upper left corner of the page.
Please consider making a Donation.
Get our mobile app here:
Android: http://goo.gl/oQ6qa7
Apple: http://apple.co/2lZdgYy
No comment yet, add your voice below!