John 1:38-39 NIV

The Pulpit Commentary - John 1:35-40

The first gathering of disciples to Jesus. We trace in these words the first beginnings of the Christian Church. It began with two disciples, Andrew and John; and the first disciples became the first preachers. I. THE BAPTIST 'S RENEWED TESTIMONY TO CHRIST . "Behold the Lamb of God!" 1 . John and the Redeemer had now met for the last time ; and the Baptist was already preparing for the change in their relative positions implied in the entrance of Jesus upon public... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - John 1:35-42

Guests of Jesus. Although our Lord had not, during any period of his ministry, a settled abode, a temporary home was provided for him, now in one place and anon in other, where he could rest and meditate, and where he could receive his friends. For Jesus was neither an ascetic nor a recluse; he did not disdain the tranquil pleasures of domestic retirement, nor did he withdraw himself from the fellowship of those whose nature he deigned to share. Of our Lord's social disposition this... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - John 1:35-51

3. The first disciples, and their testimony. read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - John 1:38

Then Jesus turned —hearing their footfall, he welcomed their sincere approach, attentive as he ever was to the faintest indication of genuine faith and desire for his best gifts— and beheld them following , and he saith to them, What seek ye? The first words of Jesus, as recorded in this Gospel, reveal the incarnate Logos, anointed of the Holy Spirit, beginning to search the heart and anticipate the unuttered questions of humanity. He assumes their desire for that which he alone can... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - John 1:38

A question for seekers. I. A FIRST MEETING WITH SOME OF THE DISCIPLES . Interesting to look back from the concluding to the beginning chapters of this Gospel—from the days when the apostles were trusted friends to the days when Jesus and they were but as strangers. Here we have a record of the first meeting with some of them. Jesus is walking by the banks of the Jordan—a Teacher who has been made fit to teach, waiting now for scholars; and some of the scholars, all unknown... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - John 1:39

He saith to them, Come, and ye shall see . £ "A parable of the message of faith" (Westcott). Some have compared the expression with ἔρου καὶ βλέπε , thrice repeated (T.R.) in Revelation 6:1-17 .; but it is unnecessary to do so. Faith precedes revelation as well as follows it. They came, and saw where he was abiding. We cannot say where; it may have been some cave in the rocks, some humble shelter amid the hills, some chamber in a caravanserai; for he had not where to lay his... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - John 1:38

What seek ye? - This was not asked to obtain “information.” Compare John 1:48. It was not a harsh reproof, forbidding them to follow him. Compare Matthew 11:28-30. It was a kind inquiry respecting their desires; an invitation to lay open their minds, to state their wishes, and to express all their feelings respecting the Messiah and their own salvation. We may learn:That Jesus regards the first inclinations of the soul to follow him. He “turned” toward these disciples, and he will incline his... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - John 1:39

Come and see - This was a kind and gracious answer. He did not put them off to some future period. Then, as now, he was willing that they should come at once and enjoy the full opportunity which they desired of his conversation. Jesus is ever ready to admit those who seek him to his presence and favor.Abode with him - Remained with him. This was probably the dwelling of some friend of Jesus. His usual home was at Nazareth.The tenth hour - The Jews divided their day into twelve equal parts,... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - John 1:35-39

John 1:35-39. The next day, John stood, and two of his disciples John happening the next day to be with two of his disciples on the banks of Jordan, he saw Jesus passing by a second time, and repeated what he had said to the multitude the day before. Probably he pointed out Jesus to these two disciples because they had been absent when the Spirit descended upon him, and the voice from heaven declared him to be the Son of God. But having now had an account of these things from their master,... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - John 1:35-51

18. The first disciples (John 1:35-51)John the Baptist no doubt felt he had successfully completed part of his work when two of his disciples left him to follow Jesus. One of these was Andrew, the other probably John (who does not mention his own name in his Gospel). Andrew then brought his brother Simon to Jesus. Jesus saw some characteristic in Simon that caused him to give him the name ‘Rock’. (The Aramaic word that Jesus used is transliterated as Cephas. The equivalent Greek word is... read more

The Pulpit Commentary - John 1:35-40

The Pulpit Commentary - John 1:35-42

The Pulpit Commentary - John 1:35-51

The Pulpit Commentary - John 1:38

The Pulpit Commentary - John 1:38

The Pulpit Commentary - John 1:39

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - John 1:38

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - John 1:39

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - John 1:35-39

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - John 1:35-51

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