John 10:17

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

The Father loves me, because I give up my life, so that I may receive it back again.

Cross References

Isaiah 42:1

Here is my servant! I have made him strong. He is my chosen one; I am pleased with him. I have given him my Spirit, and he will bring justice to the nations.

Isaiah 42:21

The LORD always does right, and so he wanted his Law to be greatly praised.

John 10:11

I am the good shepherd, and the good shepherd gives up his life for his sheep.

John 10:15

Just as the Father knows me, I know the Father, and I give up my life for my sheep.

John 10:18

No one takes my life from me. I give it up willingly! I have the power to give it up and the power to receive it back again, just as my Father commanded me to do.

John 3:25

John's followers got into an argument with a Jewish man about a ceremony of washing.

Hebrews 1:9

You loved justice and hated evil, and so I, your God, have chosen you. I appointed you and made you happier than any of your friends.”

Hebrews 2:9

What we do see is Jesus, who for a little while was made lower than the angels. Because of God's wonderful kindness, Jesus died for everyone. And now that Jesus has suffered and died, he is crowned with glory and honour!