John 6:40

And this is the will of him that sent me, that every one which seeth the Son, and believeth on him, may have everlasting life: and I will raise him up at the last day.

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Yes, this is the will of my Father: that all who see the Son and trust in him should have eternal life, and that I should raise them up on the Last Day.”

For it is My Father’s will that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in Him shall have eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day.”

For this is the will of my Father, that every one that beholdeth the Son, and believeth on him, should have eternal life; and I will raise him up at the last day.

John 6:40 is a pivotal verse within Jesus' "Bread of Life" discourse, clearly articulating the Father's divine plan for humanity's salvation through belief in His Son.

Context

This verse comes after Jesus has miraculously fed the five thousand and walked on water, events that drew large crowds seeking more physical sustenance. In the synagogue at Capernaum, Jesus shifts the focus from earthly bread to Himself as the true "Bread of Life" that gives eternal sustenance (John 6:35). The preceding verses in this chapter emphasize the Father's role in drawing people to Jesus, and Jesus' commitment to losing none of those given to Him. Verse 40 serves as a summary of the Father's ultimate intention and the means to achieve it.

Key Themes

  • The Father's Will: The verse explicitly states that it is "the will of him that sent me" for all to receive everlasting life through the Son. This highlights God's active desire for humanity's salvation, underscoring His benevolent nature and sovereign purpose.
  • Spiritual Perception and Belief: The phrase "seeth the Son, and believeth on him" is crucial. "Seeth" (Greek: theōrōn) implies more than just physical sight; it suggests a deep, contemplative understanding and recognition of who Jesus truly is—God incarnate, the Messiah. This spiritual insight naturally leads to active "believeth" (Greek: pisteuōn), which signifies ongoing trust, reliance, and faith in Him. This combination of spiritual apprehension and saving faith is the pathway to eternal life.
  • Everlasting Life: The immediate promise for those who believe is "everlasting life." This is not merely endless existence but a new quality of life, a participation in God's own divine life, which begins at the moment of belief and continues eternally. It is the ultimate gift of God's grace, as also promised in John 3:16.
  • The Future Resurrection: Jesus adds, "and I will raise him up at the last day." This promise of resurrection provides a vital future hope. It confirms that everlasting life is not just spiritual but also involves the physical body's ultimate redemption and glorification. This aspect of the Father's will is further reiterated by Jesus in other passages, such as John 6:44 and John 11:25.

Practical Application

John 6:40 offers profound assurance and clear direction for believers today. It reinforces that salvation is God's earnest desire for all people. Our part is to spiritually perceive Jesus for who He is—the Son of God—and to place our complete trust and faith in Him. This verse provides comfort in the present with the promise of everlasting life and gives steadfast hope for the future resurrection. It is a powerful reminder of God's loving plan and Jesus' ultimate authority over life and death.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • John 6:54

    Whoso eateth my flesh, and drinketh my blood, hath eternal life; and I will raise him up at the last day.

  • Romans 6:23

    For the wages of sin [is] death; but the gift of God [is] eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.

  • John 5:24

    Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life.

  • John 11:25

    Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live:

  • John 3:15

    That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life.

  • John 3:18

    He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.

  • John 4:14

    But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life.

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