He Who is Without Sin: Summary of John 8:1-11

by Teresa^(1,654) Bronze Star

Freelance writer/Speaker

Read John 7:45-8:11

It is apparent the majority of the Jewish leaders challenged Jesus during his three-year ministry. He hadn't much rest when the next challenge arose.

We read of the scribes and Pharisees who brought a woman caught in the act of adultery to Jesus, quoting the Law of Moses. Interestingly, they did not quote the entire context of the law, and they did not bring both parties. Why is this? This is evidence of how we as people choose parts of God's laws on which to focus. Isn't it funny how it's the part that relates to others and not ourselves.

Jesus, knowing the intent of the hearts of those men, made a strong argument against their behavior without saying a word. Instead, he wrote, and one by one they left the scene.

While Jesus did not condemn the woman, he made it clear he didn't condone her behavior by telling her not to sin any longer.

In this short, but powerful section, we learn several things:

1) We must follow the entire Law if we are going to use it to condemn others.

2) We must be without sin if we are going to point out the sin of others.

3) Once forgiven, we cannot continue in sin.

What was the entire context of the Law quoted by these men? How did their actions reveal the intent of their hearts? What did the actions of Jesus reveal about the Law?

Join us as we explore these questions by combining the Old Testament and the New testament to see how Jesus used this scene as an example of how he always included the spiritual implications when dealing with the physical condition of man.

Discussion questions to follow shortly.

(C) Teresa Ortiz - Book of John study 2011. All rights reserved.

Article submitted Saturday, November 05, 2011 & read 651 times.

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» left by Thee1bishop from Detroit/Houston (195 days 3 hours ago.)

I think you have something here. As a matter of fact, it is "BOOK." Good questions for thought also. There are answers.

» left by Teresa^(1,654) (195 days 2 hours ago.)

Hello! Thank you for reading and for taking the time to comment. This is an on-going series through the entire book of John.

I hope you stay with us. You can go back to the beginning here on this site, or start here.

You are correct; there are answers, we need only search them out through God's word. Blessings! Teresa

» left by Verna Mull from AZ (164 days 18 hours ago.)

This is really a great article. For some reason, I must have forgotten my password. Wanted to post something but can't get on. Wish I could get a devotional together as great as you can. I always appreciate anything I have read that you have written

» left by Teresa Ortiz (163 days 23 hours ago.)

Hi Verna! So glad you found your password again. Thank you for the encouraging words. Your stories and studies are wonderful! I always learn! Did you see my reply to you on RMS1437? I would love to have you submit some work! Also, that is where you can purchase my book. It is also now available in kindle addition on Amazon as well. Thanks again! Merry Christmas!

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