Joh 8:56 | MHM | STEP | v. 56 : Jesus says, “Your father Abraham rejoiced that he would see my day. He saw it and was glad” (John 8:56 ). Jesus teaches that Abraham looked forward to the coming of the Messiah and was joyful about it. This means Jesus’ mission was part of God’s plan from long ago (Hebrews 11:13 ).

‏ John 8:56

v. 56: Jesus says, “Your father Abraham rejoiced that he would see my day. He saw it and was glad” (John 8:56 ^a). Jesus teaches that Abraham looked forward to the coming of the Messiah and was joyful about it. This means Jesus’ mission was part of God’s plan from long ago (Hebrews 11:13 ^b).