Joh 8:55 | MHM | STEP | v. 55 : Jesus continues, “But you have not known him. I know him. If I were to say that I do not know him, I would be a liar like you, but I do know him and keep his word” (John 8:55 ). Jesus boldly claims a special relationship with God. He says the religious leaders do not truly know God, but he does, and he is faithful to God’s commands.

‏ John 8:55

v. 55: Jesus continues, “But you have not known him. I know him. If I were to say that I do not know him, I would be a liar like you, but I do know him and keep his word” (John 8:55 ^a). Jesus boldly claims a special relationship with God. He says the religious leaders do not truly know God, but he does, and he is faithful to God’s commands.