Jesus as God
The Father and Son Make Their Dwelling with Believers
Temple and tabernacle imagery made divine dwelling a major covenant concept.
How this passage contributes to the case:
The labels below identify the kinds of evidence for Jesus' divinity found in this passage.
Select a label for an explanation.
Divine Presence
Divine Identity
Unique Relationship with the Father
Promises Divine Presence
Claims Unity with the Father
Strength of evidence: Strong.
This passage provides substantial evidence relevant to Jesus' divine identity when read in its literary and historical context.
Scripture
What Was Said or Done
Jesus says that the Father and Son will come to the believer and make their dwelling with that person.
Historical and Cultural Context
God dwelt among Israel in the tabernacle and Temple and promised a renewed dwelling among his people.
Old Testament Background
Exodus 25:8; Ezekiel 37:26-28 are central backgrounds.
Exposition
John's Gospel moves from the Word dwelling among humanity to Jesus as Temple and finally to Father and Son dwelling with believers.
Why This Points to His Divinity
Jesus includes himself with the Father in the promised divine indwelling presence.