Then Jesus told them plainly, “Lazarus has died,
He told them very clearly what he meant. Peter took him aside and objected to this.
The Jews surrounded him. They asked him, “How long will you keep us in suspense? If you are the Messiah, tell us plainly.”
Jesus meant that Lazarus was dead, but the disciples thought Jesus meant that Lazarus was only sleeping.
but I’m glad that I wasn’t there so that you can grow in faith. Let’s go to Lazarus.”
“I have used examples to illustrate these things. The time is coming when I won’t use examples to speak to you. Rather, I will speak to you about the Father in plain words.
His disciples said, “Now you’re talking in plain words and not using examples.
