John 3:34

34 For the one whom God has sent speaks the words of God, for God[a] gives the Spirit without limit.

John 3:34 in Other Translations

KJV
34 For he whom God hath sent speaketh the words of God: for God giveth not the Spirit by measure unto him.
ESV
34 For he whom God has sent utters the words of God, for he gives the Spirit without measure.
NLT
34 For he is sent by God. He speaks God’s words, for God gives him the Spirit without limit.
MSG
34 "The One that God sent speaks God's words. And don't think he rations out the Spirit in bits and pieces.
CSB
34 For God sent Him, and He speaks God's words, since He gives the Spirit without measure.

John 3:34 In-Context

32 He testifies to what he has seen and heard, but no one accepts his testimony.
33 Whoever has accepted it has certified that God is truthful.
34 For the one whom God has sent speaks the words of God, for God gives the Spirit without limit.
35 The Father loves the Son and has placed everything in his hands.
36 Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life, but whoever rejects the Son will not see life, for God’s wrath remains on them.

Cross References 2

  • 1. S ver 17
  • 2. Isaiah 42:1; Matthew 12:18; Luke 4:18; Acts 10:38

Footnotes 1

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