How can John 10:35 strengthen our confidence in God's Word today? Setting the Scene John 10 records an intense exchange between Jesus and the religious leaders. In verse 35 Jesus quotes Psalm 82:6 and adds, “and the Scripture cannot be broken.” By appealing to a single word of an Old Testament psalm, He settles a dispute and reveals His view of the Bible’s absolute reliability. Unpacking “the Scripture cannot be broken” • “Broken” (λυθῆναι) pictures something loosed, annulled, or rendered void. • Jesus declares that not even the smallest portion of Scripture can be undone or proven false. • His statement covers the whole canon then in existence and, by extension, all God-breathed writing (2 Timothy 3:16). Jesus’ High View of Every Word • He quotes the psalm’s single term “gods” (Psalm 82:6) to build His case—showing confidence in every word, tense, and phrase. • Elsewhere He affirms the permanence of even “the smallest letter” (Matthew 5:18). • By staking His authority on Scripture’s authority, Jesus ties our view of the Bible directly to our view of Him. Reasons This Verse Bolsters Our Confidence Today • Because Jesus says so – “If He called them ‘gods’…—and the Scripture cannot be broken—” (John 10:35). – The Son of God Himself guarantees Scripture’s permanence; trusting the Bible is trusting Christ. • Because Scripture is God’s settled Word – “Forever, O LORD, Your word is settled in heaven” (Psalm 119:89). – What is settled in heaven cannot fail on earth. • Because its truth endures unchanged – “The word of the Lord stands forever” (1 Peter 1:25). – Cultural shifts do not erode eternal truth. • Because every part is purposeful – “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful…” (2 Timothy 3:16). – Since God inspired it, every verse carries authority and practical value. • Because it safeguards our faith and life – “Every word of God is flawless; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him” (Proverbs 30:5). – Trusting an unbreakable Scripture brings unbreakable security. Living Out This Confidence • Read with expectation—God never speaks empty words. • Stand on its promises—none will fail (Joshua 21:45). • Hold it above personal opinion—since it cannot be broken, it must shape our thinking, choices, and worldview. • Share it boldly—if Scripture is unbreakable, it remains the ultimate authority for everyone who hears it. John 10:35 reminds us that the Bible is not a fragile document but the living, enduring Word of God. When Jesus says it “cannot be broken,” He hands us an anchor for every doubt and a solid foundation for daily life. |
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