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Why did Jesus' brethren not believe in Him?

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Jesus' brethren did not believe in Him due to the limitation of human understanding and the absence of inward faith.

The lack of belief among Jesus' brethren, as stated in John 7:5, serves as a profound commentary on the nature of faith. Despite their intimate familiarity with Him, they could not reconcile His humanity with the claims of His divinity. This tension illustrates a critical truth within Reformed theology: that saving faith is not founded on mere observation or human reason but is an inward change wrought by God. Their failure to believe underscores the understanding that outward evidence, while essential, is not sufficient for salvation without the accompanying work of the Holy Spirit, as highlighted in Romans 10:17. Faith comes through hearing, but ultimately it is the Holy Spirit who enables and sustains that faith in the believer.
Scripture References: John 7:5, Romans 10:17

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