John 8:31-32
What is written? (ESV)
So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed in him, If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.
What does it say?
To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you dwell/remain in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
What is its immediate context?
Jesus is teaching in the temple while being challenged by the Pharisees (vss 13, 19).
How John 8:31-32 is applied across Bible answers
Does your belief determine your behavior?
Jesus explicitly instructs the "Jews who had believed" that they must continue to "abide in my word" (obey). This is not an "automatic" (he says "if you abide").
Extra Context for this Application:
It's exactly the inner conflict Paul dealt with.4
What is required to understand the Bible?
Jesus promises that true disciples will "know the truth" by remaining or continuing to dwell in the word.
