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Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - John 5:28-29

It is impossible not to draw a distinction between the theme of these verses and that of John 5:24 , John 5:25 . The Lord announces an event which is in the future altogether. The "and now is," which characterized the first resurrection of which he spoke, is here omitted. The description of the subjects of the resurrection as those "in their graves," contradistinguishes them from "the dead" of John 5:25 —a phrase which will suffer several interpretations. The universality of the summons,... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - John 5:28-29

The two resurrections. 1 . The effect of Christ ' s preceding discourse on his hearers was wonder. "They marvelled." 2 . The teachings and deeds of Christ were well calculated to produce this emotion in all. 3 . Each manifestation of his power and glory was only introductory to something greater still. "Marvel not at this," etc. The two resurrections—the resurrection of life and that of judgment. Notice— I. THEIR SIMILARITY . 1 . In the physical condition... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - John 5:29

Shall come forth - Shall come out of their graves. This was the language which he used when he raised up Lazarus, John 11:43-44.They that have done good - That is, they who are righteous, or they who have by their good works “shown” that they were the friends of Christ. See Matthew 25:34-36.Resurrection of life - Religion is often called life, and everlasting life. See the notes at John 5:24. In the resurrection the righteous will be raised up to the full enjoyment and perpetual security of... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - John 5:24-30

John 5:24-30. Verily, he that heareth my word, &c., hath everlasting life Such a person is already entitled to it, yea, it is already begun in his soul, and he shall shortly possess it in its full perfection: and shall not come into condemnation For any former offences; but is passed from death unto life That is, from that state of spiritual death, or of alienation from the life of God, (see Ephesians 4:18,) in which men naturally are, to spiritual life and felicity, in union and... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - John 5:1-29

IN JERUSALEM AGAIN46. Healing at Bethesda and its outcome (John 5:1-29)Jesus came from Galilee to Jerusalem for a Jewish religious festival. While there he visited a pool where many blind and crippled people hoped to find healing (John 5:1-5). One of the men asked Jesus for help, not to heal him (for he did not know who Jesus was) but to assist him into the pool. Jesus responded by healing him instantly (John 5:6-9). As the healing took place on the Sabbath, the Jewish leaders were anxious to... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - John 5:29

done = wrought. Greek. poieo = accomplished (referring to the object, aim or end of the act), and generally associated with good. good = good things (Plural) the = a. resurrection. Greek. anastasis. App-178 . done (Greek. prasso. Compare John 3:20 , John 3:21 ) = practised (referring to the means by which the object is obtained) and is associated with evil, as are four out of six occurrences of the noun praxis (= deed), Matthew 16:27 . Luke 23:51 .Acts 19:18 . Romans 8:13 ; Romans 12:4... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - John 5:28-30

John 5:28-30. Marvel not at this;— "Be not surprised at my saying that the Son has power to raise a few particular persons from the dead, and authority to inflict judgment on some particular offenders: a far greater power is committedto him, even that of raising all men at the last day, and of judging and rewarding them according to theirworks. Now in this judgment I will not act absolutely or arbitrarily, but according to the laws of equity unalterably established by my Father. So that I shall... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - John 5:29

29. resurrection of life—that is, to life everlasting ( :-). of damnation—It would have been harsh to say "the resurrection of death," though that is meant, for sinners rise from death to death [BENGEL]. The resurrection of both classes is an exercise of sovereign authority; but in the one case it is an act of grace, in the other of justice. (Compare :-, from which the language is taken). How awfully grand are these unfoldings of His dignity and authority from the mouth of Christ Himself! And... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - John 5:19-29

3. The Son’s equality with the Father 5:19-29The preceding controversy resulted in Jesus clarifying His relationship to His Father further. Jesus proceeded to reply to His enemies’ charge that He was not equal with God the Father. This is the most thoroughgoing statement of Jesus’ unity with the Father, divine commission, authority, and proof of Messiahship in the Gospels. Jesus moved from clarifying His relationship to the Father to explaining His function as the judge of humanity to citing... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - John 5:28-29

Jesus urged His hearers not to marvel that it would be His voice that would summon the dead eventually (cf. John 11:43). All the dead will hear the Son of Man’s voice in the future calling them forth to judgment. Believers are those who do good, which involves believing on the Son (John 6:29; cf. John 3:21). Theirs will be a resurrection resulting in eternal life. Those who do evil by not believing on the Son (John 3:36; cf. John 3:19) will experience eternal condemnation following their... read more

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