Joh 19:39 | MHM | STEP | v. 39 : Nicodemus, another respected man who had visited Jesus by night (John 3:1-2 ), brought a large amount of myrrh and aloes to prepare Jesus’ body. He was once afraid to be seen with Jesus but now showed his faith openly. This shows that faith can grow stronger over time. Joseph and Nicodemus worked together—one got permission, the other brought spices. They may not have fully believed Jesus would rise in three days, but their love for him was clear. Their actions honored Jesus, even though he had been publicly shamed .

‏ John 19:39

v. 39: Nicodemus, another respected man who had visited Jesus by night (John 3:1-2 ^a), brought a large amount of myrrh and aloes to prepare Jesus’ body. He was once afraid to be seen with Jesus but now showed his faith openly. This shows that faith can grow stronger over time. Joseph and Nicodemus worked together—one got permission, the other brought spices. They may not have fully believed Jesus would rise in three days, but their love for him was clear. Their actions honored Jesus, even though he had been publicly shamed .