What is happening here?
Jesus heals a man who had been infirm thirty-eight years and tells him to rise, take up his bed, and walk. Because the healing occurs on the Sabbath, Jewish leaders persecute Jesus. He responds by claiming unique unity with the Father: the Son does what the Father does, gives life, executes judgment, and deserves the same honor. He then names multiple witnesses to His identity.
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