John 10:17

New Century Version

The Father loves me because I give my life so that I can take it back again.

Cross References

Isaiah 42:1

“Here is my servant, the one I support. He is the one I chose, and I am pleased with him. I have put my Spirit upon him, and he will bring justice to all nations.

Isaiah 42:21

The Lord made his teachings wonderful, because he is good.

John 10:11

“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd gives his life for the sheep.

John 10:15

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

John 10:18

No one takes it away from me; I give my own life freely. I have the right to give my life, and I have the right to take it back. This is what my Father commanded me to do.”

John 3:25

Some of John’s followers had an argument with a Jew about religious washing.

Hebrews 1:9

You love right and hate evil, so God has chosen you from among your friends; he has set you apart with much joy.”

Hebrews 2:9

But we see Jesus, who for a short time was made lower than the angels. And now he is wearing a crown of glory and honor because he suffered and died. And by God’s grace, he died for everyone.