The Evidence in Support of Jesus

The Evidence in Support of Jesus
John 5.30-38

‘He would say that, wouldn’t he?’

The prosecution lawyer had just informed the defendant that a notable person, who had been implicated in the shady goings-on, had made a statement to the police denying all the allegations the defendant had made against him.

The defendant’s answer became famous. If someone gives evidence, however seriously, in their own defence, many today will just shrug their shoulders and say the same. ‘He would, wouldn’t he?’

It wasn’t much different in the ancient world. To prove your point, you need witnesses. Evidence. People who will stand up and put their own reputation on the line to back you...

Taken from John for Everyone – by Tom Wright