Do You Believe This?

Brad Aylor

John 11 recounts the story of the death and resurrection of Lazarus. The chapter highlights themes of faith and belief, particularly through the interactions between Jesus, Martha, and Mary. When Lazarus falls ill, his sisters Martha and Mary send word to Jesus. Despite his love for Lazarus, Jesus delays his visit, ultimately arriving four days after Lazarus's death. Martha meets Jesus and expresses her faith that if He had been there, her brother would not have died. Jesus then declares, "I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?" Martha affirms her belief that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God. Jesus then proceeds to the tomb where he raises Lazarus from the dead. This miraculous event leads many to believe in Jesus. The question "Do you believe this?" serves as a central theme, challenging us all to consider our faith in Jesus as the source of eternal life and resurrection.