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Why Does Jesus Wait?

The Gospels | John 11:1–16

07-22-2026

By Jensen Holt McNair

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Summary:

Why would Jesus delay helping someone he loved? Does God's waiting mean he doesn't care? What if his delays are accomplishing something greater than we can see? In today's episode, Jensen explores John 11:1–16 and reminds us that Jesus's timing is never disconnected from his love.


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Passage: John 11:1–16