1. 1 A Perfect Witness John 3:31-36 Firsthand Information A Willing Witness A Reliable Source

2. 2 A Perfect Witness John 3:31-36 Firsthand Information v.31  Jesus possesses accurate knowledge of God the Father  Jesus revealed truth perfectly out of the fullness of His knowledge  John 1:18 compare with John 16:28  Jesus is both messenger and message – John 9  2 Corinthians 4:6

3. 3 A Perfect Witness John 3:31-36 A Willing Witness v.32  Jesus was a willing witness  Testify is in the present tense  Jesus is still testifying  How is Jesus still testifying?  Through the Bible!

4. 4 A Perfect Witness John 3:31-36 A Reliable Source v.34  Jesus’ witness was consistent.  Jesus’ witness was complete.  Others taught of a destination; Jesus was that destination!  Others taught about truth; Jesus was the truth in person!  Others offered to show the way to God; Jesus was the way!

5. 5 A Perfect Witness John 3:31-36 What possible excuses can we offer? 1.I didn’t really believe that you existed! 2.I didn’t think your life was attractive or noble enough! 3.I did not bother! 4.It was too much work or sacrifice!

6. 6 A Perfect Witness John 3:31-36 Application Have you made the commitment to the only one who saves by believing in Him? If you do believe, is it a true belief of action? Is your life characterized by a present tense testimony?