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John 3:25-36

25 An argument developed between some of John’s disciples and a certain Jew over the matter of ceremonial washing. 26 They came to John and said to him, “Rabbi, that man who was with you on the other side of the Jordan—the one you testified about—well, he is baptizing, and everyone is going to him.”

27 To this John replied, “A man can receive only what is given him from heaven. 28 You yourselves can testify that I said, ‘I am not the Christ but am sent ahead of him.’ 29 The bride belongs to the bridegroom. The friend who attends the bridegroom waits and listens for him, and is full of joy when he hears the bridegroom’s voice. That joy is mine, and it is now complete. 30 He must become greater; I must become less.

31 “The one who comes from above is above all; the one who is from the earth belongs to the earth, and speaks as one from the earth. The one who comes from heaven is above all. 32 He testifies to what he has seen and heard, but no one accepts his testimony. 33 The man who 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 him.”

Cross References for John 3:25-36

Hebrews 1:2 - but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, an... Click to read the verse Hebrews 1:2 Click to read the verse Hebrews 1:2

Hebrews 9:13-14 - The blood of goats and bulls and the ashes of a heifer sprinkled on those who are ceremonially ... Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:13-14 Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:13-14

Hebrews 9:23 - It was necessary, then, for the copies of the heavenly things to be purified with these sacrifi... Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:23 Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:23

1 Peter 3:21 - and this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also—not the removal of dirt from the body... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 3:21 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 3:21

Hebrews 9:10 - They are only a matter of food and drink and various ceremonial washings—external regulations a... Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:10 Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:10

Acts 21:24 - Take these men, join in their purification rites and pay their expenses, so that they can have ... Click to read the verse Acts 21:24 Click to read the verse Acts 21:24

Hebrews 6:2 - instruction about baptisms, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal j... Click to read the verse Hebrews 6:2 Click to read the verse Hebrews 6:2

Matthew 3:11 - “I baptize you with water for repentance. But after me will come one who is more powerful than ... Click to read the verse Matthew 3:11 Click to read the verse Matthew 3:11

John 2:6 - Nearby stood six stone water jars, the kind used by the Jews for ceremonial washing, each holdi... Click to read the verse John 2:6 Click to read the verse John 2:6

Matthew 9:14 - Jesus Questioned About Fasting Then John’s disciples came and asked him, “How is it that we and... Click to read the verse Matthew 9:14 Click to read the verse Matthew 9:14

Luke 11:38 - But the Pharisee, noticing that Jesus did not first wash before the meal, was surprised. Click to read the verse Luke 11:38 Click to read the verse Luke 11:38

John 10:17 - The reason my Father loves me is that I lay down my life—only to take it up again. Click to read the verse John 10:17 Click to read the verse John 10:17

Mark 7:4 - When they come from the marketplace they do not eat unless they wash. And they observe many oth... Click to read the verse Mark 7:4 Click to read the verse Mark 7:4

Mark 7:8 - You have let go of the commands of God and are holding on to the traditions of men.” Click to read the verse Mark 7:8 Click to read the verse Mark 7:8

Luke 5:33 - Jesus Questioned About Fasting They said to him, “John’s disciples often fast and pray, and so ... Click to read the verse Luke 5:33 Click to read the verse Luke 5:33

Mark 7:2-5 - saw some of his disciples eating food with hands that were “unclean,” that is, unwashed. Click to read the verse Mark 7:2-5 Click to read the verse Mark 7:2-5