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What does the Bible say about belief in Jesus?

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The Bible states that even Jesus' own brothers did not believe in Him (John 7:5), illustrating that disbelief can occur even among those close to Him.

In John 7:5, it is noted that 'neither did his brethren believe in him.' This highlights a profound aspect of belief, showing that even those who lived closely with Jesus failed to recognize His true identity as the Son of God. The disbelief of His own siblings serves as a reminder that faith is not solely a matter of proximity to Jesus or witnessing His miracles, but rather an act of divine revelation. John 6:64 further states, 'But there are some of you that believe not.' This underscores the reality that belief requires the enabling grace of God, as revealed through His Word and Spirit. Jesus emphasizes in John 6:65, 'No man can come unto me, except it were given unto him of my Father,' affirming that true belief originates from divine sovereignty.
Scripture References: John 7:5, John 6:64-65, 1 John 5:12, John 14:6, 1 John 5:10, John 12:37-50, Isaiah 6:9-10, John 3:16, John 6:53-57, John 6:28-29, John 8:24, John 3:18, John 20:31, John 11:25-26

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