In Jesus' final sign, recorded in John 11:1-54, he raised his friend Lazarus from the dead. As a sign, it was not to be a regular occurrence but an extraordinary event that pointed to Jesus as the only source of life from the dead and of eternal life. In the face of death, Jesus expressed anger and sadness even as he exercised dominance. Jesus' mastery over death should interest all who lose loved ones or who will themselves eventually die. (sermon notes)
Jesus announced that the hour had come for him to be glorified, but his glorification would begin with a cross.
To those who try to impose their own rules on all Christians we should just say “No!”
As David’s covenant with David held firm through difficult times, so God’s covenant with us keeps us throughout our lives.
