How does God demonstrate His love through Lazarus's story?
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God's love is evident in the story of Lazarus as He intentionally allows suffering to bring about a greater revelation of His glory and the power of resurrection.
In John 11:5, it is stated, 'Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus.' This intimate love sets the stage for the miracle that follows. However, Jesus's delayed response to Lazarus's illness appears perplexing initially. He declares, 'This sickness is not unto death, but for the glory of God.' Here, He is demonstrating that His love sometimes manifests through allowing trials, directing attention towards God’s glory. The eventual raising of Lazarus serves as a sign pointing to Jesus's own resurrection and the promise of eternal life for those who believe in Him. It illustrates that God's greatest love often works through our deepest challenges.
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