The Pulpit Commentary on John 2:11

The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public domain

"His disciples believed on him."

There is singular simplicity and beauty in this statement, coming where it does at the close of this narrative.

I. OF WHOM IS THIS BELIEF ASSENTED? Not, as might perhaps have been expected, of strangers, who witnessed the mighty work and sign, but of five men here named "the disciples" of Jesus.

II. WHAT WAS THEIR PREPARATION FOR THIS BELIEF? Undoubtedly their admiration and affection for Jesus, who had sought them or welcomed them, and shown them the friendliness of his heart.

III. WHAT WAS THE OCCASION OF THIS RELIEF? It was the "sign" they witnessed, the moral glory which they discerned in the Master's sympathetic and gracious action. Coming to hearts so prepared, the wonder did its work effectually.

IV. WHAT WERE THE RESULTS OF THIS BELIEF?

1. The satisfaction, rest, and joy of their own minds.

2. The resolve and ability to publish the Saviour's fame, and bring men to behold his glory.—T.

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