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class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/john/11.htm">New International Version</a> But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask.&#8221 <a href="/nlt/john/11.htm">New Living Translation</a> But even now I know that God will give you whatever you ask.” <a href="/esv/john/11.htm">English Standard Version</a> But even now I know that whatever you ask from God, God will give you.” <a href="/bsb/john/11.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> But even now I know that God will give You whatever You ask of Him.” <a href="/blb/john/11.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Nevertheless, even now I know that whatever You might ask God, God will give You." <a href="/kjv/john/11.htm">King James Bible</a> But I know, that even now, whatsoever thou wilt ask of God, God will give it thee. <a href="/nkjv/john/11.htm">New King James Version</a> But even now I know that whatever You ask of God, God will give You.” <a href="/nasb_/john/11.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Even now I know that whatever You ask of God, God will give You.” <a href="/nasb/john/11.htm">NASB 1995</a> &#8220Even now I know that whatever You ask of God, God will give You.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/john/11.htm">NASB 1977 </a> “Even now I know that whatever You ask of God, God will give You.” <a href="/lsb/john/11.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> But even now I know that whatever You ask from God, God will give You.” <a href="/amp/john/11.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Even now I know that whatever You ask of God, God will give to You.” <a href="/csb/john/11.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Yet even now I know that whatever you ask from God, God will give you.” <a href="/hcsb/john/11.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Yet even now I know that whatever You ask from God, God will give You.&#8221 <a href="/asv/john/11.htm">American Standard Version</a> And even now I know that, whatsoever thou shalt ask of God, God will give thee. <a href="/cev/john/11.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Yet even now I know that God will do anything you ask." <a href="/erv/john/11.htm">English Revised Version</a> And even now I know that, whatsoever thou shalt ask of God, God will give thee. <a href="/gwt/john/11.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> But even now I know that God will give you whatever you ask him." <a href="/gnt/john/11.htm">Good News Translation</a> But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask him for." <a href="/isv/john/11.htm">International Standard Version</a> But even now I know that whatever you ask of God, he will give it to you." <a href="/msb/john/11.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> But even now I know that God will give You whatever You ask of Him.? <a href="/net/john/11.htm">NET Bible</a> But even now I know that whatever you ask from God, God will grant you." <a href="/nheb/john/11.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Even now I know that whatever you ask of God, God will give you." <a href="/wbt/john/11.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> But I know that even now, whatever thou wilt ask of God, God will give it thee. <a href="/wey/john/11.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> And even now I know that whatever you ask God for, God will give you." <a href="/web/john/11.htm">World English Bible</a> Even now I know that whatever you ask of God, God will give you.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/john/11.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> but even now, I have known that whatever You may ask of God, God will give to You”; <a href="/blb/john/11.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Nevertheless, even now I know that whatever You might ask God, God will give You." <a href="/ylt/john/11.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> but even now, I have known that whatever thou mayest ask of God, God will give to thee;' <a href="/slt/john/11.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> But now I also know, that whatever thou shalt ask of God, God will give thee.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/john/11.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> But now also I know that whatsoever thou wilt ask of God, God will give it thee. <a href="/cpdv/john/11.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> But even now, I know that whatever you will request from God, God will give to you.” <a href="/nabre/john/11.htm">New American Bible</a> [But] even now I know that whatever you ask of God, God will give you.” <a href="/nrsvce/john/11.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> But even now I know that God will give you whatever you ask of him.”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/john/11.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> But even now I know that whatever you ask of God, he will give you. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/john/11.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> “But even now I know that as much as you ask God, he gives to you.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/john/11.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> But even now, I know that whatever thou wilt ask of God, God will give thee.<CM> <a href="/godbey/john/11.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And now I know that, whatsoever things you may ask of God, God will give to you. <a href="/haweis/john/11.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> But even now I know, that whatsoever things thou shalt ask of God, God will give thee. <a href="/mace/john/11.htm">Mace New Testament</a> but yet even now whatever you shall ask of God, I know God will grant it to you. <a href="/wey/john/11.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> And even now I know that whatever you ask God for, God will give you." <a href="/worrell/john/11.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> and now I know that, whatsoever Thou shalt ask of God, God will give Thee." <a href="/worsley/john/11.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> But I know that even now whatsoever thou shalt ask of God, God will grant it thee. <a href="/parallel/john/11-22.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ixy2bchmXZ0?start=4015" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/john/11.htm">Jesus Comforts Martha and Mary</a> …21Martha said to Jesus, “Lord, if You had been here, my brother would not have died. 22<a href="/greek/235.htm" title="235: alla (Conj) -- But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise.">But</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/3568.htm" title="3568: nyn (Adv) -- A primary particle of present time; now; also as noun or adjective present or immediate.">even now</a> <a href="/greek/1492.htm" title="1492: oida (V-RIA-1S) -- To know, remember, appreciate. ">I know</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">that</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theos (N-NMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God</a> <a href="/greek/1325.htm" title="1325: dōsei (V-FIA-3S) -- To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.">will give</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: soi (PPro-D2S) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">You</a> <a href="/greek/3745.htm" title="3745: hosa (RelPro-ANP) -- How much, how great, how many, as great as, as much. By reduplication from hos; as As.">whatever</a> <a href="/greek/302.htm" title="302: an (Prtcl) -- A primary particle, denoting a supposition, wish, possibility or uncertainty."></a> <a href="/greek/154.htm" title="154: aitēsē (V-ASM-2S) -- To ask, request, petition, demand. Of uncertain derivation; to ask.">You ask of</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theon (N-AMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">Him.”</a> 23“Your brother will rise again,” Jesus told her.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/john/14-13.htm">John 14:13-14</a> And I will do whatever you ask in My name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. / If you ask Me for anything in My name, I will do it. <a href="/matthew/21-22.htm">Matthew 21:22</a> If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.” <a href="/mark/11-24.htm">Mark 11:24</a> Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. <a href="/1_john/5-14.htm">1 John 5:14-15</a> And this is the confidence that we have before Him: If we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. / And if we know that He hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we already possess what we have asked of Him. <a href="/james/5-16.htm">James 5:16</a> Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man has great power to prevail. <a href="/matthew/7-7.htm">Matthew 7:7-8</a> Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened. <a href="/luke/11-9.htm">Luke 11:9-10</a> So I tell you: Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened. <a href="/john/15-7.htm">John 15:7</a> If you remain in Me and My words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. <a href="/john/16-23.htm">John 16:23-24</a> In that day you will no longer ask Me anything. Truly, truly, I tell you, whatever you ask the Father in My name, He will give you. / Until now you have not asked for anything in My name. Ask and you will receive, so that your joy may be complete. <a href="/hebrews/4-16.htm">Hebrews 4:16</a> Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need. <a href="/ephesians/3-20.htm">Ephesians 3:20</a> Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, <a href="/romans/8-26.htm">Romans 8:26-27</a> In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know how we ought to pray, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groans too deep for words. / And He who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. <a href="/philippians/4-6.htm">Philippians 4:6-7</a> Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. / And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. <a href="/1_peter/3-12.htm">1 Peter 3:12</a> For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their prayer. But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.” <a href="/psalms/37-4.htm">Psalm 37:4-5</a> Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart. / Commit your way to the LORD; trust in Him, and He will do it.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>But I know, that even now, whatever you will ask of God, God will give it you.that.<a href="/john/11-41.htm">John 11:41,42</a> Then they took away the stone from the place where the dead was laid. And Jesus lifted up his eyes, and said, Father, I thank thee that thou hast heard me… <a href="/john/9-31.htm">John 9:31</a> Now we know that God heareth not sinners: but if any man be a worshipper of God, and doeth his will, him he heareth.<a href="/mark/9-23.htm">Mark 9:23</a> Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.God will give it thee.<a href="/john/3-35.htm">John 3:35</a> The Father loveth the Son, and hath given all things into his hand.<a href="/john/5-22.htm">John 5:22-27</a> For the Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all judgment unto the Son: … <a href="/john/17-2.htm">John 17:2</a> As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/john/3-7.htm">Mayest</a> <a href="/john/4-47.htm">Request</a> <a href="/john/6-63.htm">Whatever</a> <a href="/john/5-4.htm">Whatsoever</a> <a href="/john/5-6.htm">Wilt</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/john/11-40.htm">Mayest</a> <a href="/john/12-21.htm">Request</a> <a href="/john/12-50.htm">Whatever</a> <a href="/john/12-50.htm">Whatsoever</a> <a href="/john/13-38.htm">Wilt</a><div class="vheading2">John 11</div>1. <a href="/john/11-1.htm">Jesus raises Lazarus, four days buried.</a> 45. <a href="/john/11-45.htm">Many Jews believe.</a> 47. <a href="/john/11-47.htm">The high priests and Pharisees gather a council against Jesus.</a> 49. <a href="/john/11-49.htm">Caiaphas prophesies.</a> 54. <a href="/john/11-54.htm">Jesus hides himself.</a> 55. <a href="/john/11-55.htm">At the Passover they enquire after him, and lay wait for him.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/john/11.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/john/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/john/11.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>But even now This phrase reflects Martha's faith and hope despite the death of her brother Lazarus. It indicates a belief in Jesus' power and authority, even in seemingly hopeless situations. This moment occurs after Lazarus has been dead for four days, emphasizing the depth of Martha's faith. The "even now" suggests a belief in Jesus' ability to intervene beyond natural limitations, echoing themes of resurrection and life that are central to the Gospel of John.I know Martha's statement of knowledge signifies a deep personal conviction and trust in Jesus. This is not mere belief but a confident assurance based on her experiences with Jesus. Her use of "I know" parallels other affirmations of faith in the Bible, such as Peter's confession in <a href="/matthew/16-16.htm">Matthew 16:16</a>, where he declares Jesus as the Messiah. It underscores the importance of personal faith and understanding in the Christian walk.that God will give You This phrase highlights the unique relationship between Jesus and God the Father. It reflects the theological concept of Jesus' divinity and His role as the mediator between God and humanity. The Gospel of John frequently emphasizes Jesus' divine authority and His unity with the Father, as seen in <a href="/john/10-30.htm">John 10:30</a>, "I and the Father are one." Martha's statement acknowledges Jesus' special standing before God.whatever You ask of Him. Martha's confidence in Jesus' ability to ask and receive from God underscores His role as an intercessor. This reflects the broader biblical theme of Jesus as the High Priest, who intercedes on behalf of humanity (<a href="/hebrews/7-25.htm">Hebrews 7:25</a>). It also points to the power of prayer and the assurance that God hears and responds to the requests made in alignment with His will. This phrase connects to Jesus' teachings on prayer, such as in <a href="/john/14-13.htm">John 14:13-14</a>, where He promises that whatever is asked in His name will be done.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/m/martha.htm">Martha</a> The sister of Lazarus and Mary, known for her active service and faith in Jesus. In this passage, she expresses her belief in Jesus' power and divine connection. 2. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> The central figure of the Gospel, the Son of God, who is about to perform the miracle of raising Lazarus from the dead. 3. <a href="/topical/l/lazarus.htm">Lazarus</a> The brother of Martha and Mary, who has died and whose resurrection by Jesus is the focal event of this chapter. 4. <a href="/topical/b/bethany.htm">Bethany</a> The village where Martha, Mary, and Lazarus lived, located near Jerusalem. It is the setting for this miraculous event. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_disciples.htm">The Disciples</a> Followers of Jesus who are present during this event, witnessing His power and authority over life and death.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/f/faith_in_jesus'_authority.htm">Faith in Jesus' Authority</a> Martha's statement reflects a deep faith in Jesus' divine authority and relationship with God. Believers are encouraged to trust in Jesus' power and intercession. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_prayer.htm">The Power of Prayer</a> This verse underscores the importance of prayer and the belief that God hears and answers the prayers of the faithful. <a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty.htm">God's Sovereignty</a> While Martha expresses confidence in Jesus' ability to ask and receive from God, it also points to the sovereignty of God in determining the outcome according to His will. <a href="/topical/h/hope_in_desperate_situations.htm">Hope in Desperate Situations</a> Even in the face of death, Martha's faith shows that believers can have hope and trust in God's power to bring life and restoration. <a href="/topical/a/active_faith.htm">Active Faith</a> Martha's declaration is an example of active faith, where belief is not passive but involves a confident expectation in God's response.<a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/john/11.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(22) But I know, that even now, whatsoever thou wilt ask of God . . .--The words express a half-formed hope, which she dare not utter, perhaps dare not even think, that her brother may be restored to life again. She had heard probably of the young maid whose body was reanimated by the life which had but just left it (comp. <a href="/mark/5-35.htm" title="While he yet spoke, there came from the ruler of the synagogue's house certain which said, Your daughter is dead: why trouble you the Master any further?">Mark 5:35</a> et seq.; <a href="/context/luke/8-41.htm" title="And, behold, there came a man named Jairus, and he was a ruler of the synagogue: and he fell down at Jesus' feet, and sought him that he would come into his house:">Luke 8:41-42</a>), and of the young man whose body was being carried to the grave, when at His command it was restored living to the widowed mother. (Comp. <a href="/luke/7-11.htm" title="And it came to pass the day after, that he went into a city called Nain; and many of his disciples went with him, and much people.">Luke 7:11</a> et seq.) Her brother had been the friend of Jesus; they had all trusted in His power and His love. Words had come to them from Him telling that this sickness should not issue in death, but that it should further God's glory and glorify the Son. And now He is Himself present. His words cannot fail, and He Himself cannot be there without a purpose. She dare not say more; but she rests in this, that there is unity of power and will between Him and the Father. Whatsoever He asks, God will give.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/john/11.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 22. - And even now I know, that whatsoever thing thou shalt ask of God, God will give it thee. Νῦν οϊδα may be contrasted with ver. 27. In his presence she knows intuitively that nothing is impossible. The αἰτήση is a word of more human quality than that which our Lord customarily used for his own appeals to God. He spoke of ἐρωτᾶν, to seek as an equal; παρακαλεῖν,, to intercede for another; προσεύχεσθαι, to pray; δεῖσθαι, to supplicate. It was appropriate enough that Martha should use the verb αἰτήση. Her word was a burst of excited feeling, and does not dictate to the Master what he should do. Her twofold mention of the name of God with "thou" and "thee," shows that she had not risen to highest light on the Lord's mysterious relation to the Father. She speaks of him and to him as of a strangely gifted human Friend. But she had doubtless heard of the widow of Nain, and of Jairus's daughter, and she made no irrational suggestion. The ὅσα covers much. Jesus loved Lazarus. He was Friend to the whole group, and known to them all. <a href="/commentaries/john/11-22.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>But ἀλλὰ (alla) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_235.htm">Strong's 235: </a> But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. even now νῦν (nyn) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3568.htm">Strong's 3568: </a> A primary particle of present time; 'now'; also as noun or adjective present or immediate. I know οἶδα (oida) Verb - Perfect Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1492.htm">Strong's 1492: </a> To know, remember, appreciate. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. God Θεός (Theos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. will give δώσει (dōsei) Verb - Future Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1325.htm">Strong's 1325: </a> To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give. You σοι (soi) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. whatever ὅσα (hosa) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3745.htm">Strong's 3745: </a> How much, how great, how many, as great as, as much. By reduplication from hos; as As. You ask αἰτήσῃ (aitēsē) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Middle - 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_154.htm">Strong's 154: </a> To ask, request, petition, demand. Of uncertain derivation; to ask. [Him].” Θεὸν (Theon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/john/11-22.htm">John 11:22 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/john/11-22.htm">John 11:22 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/john/11-22.htm">John 11:22 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/john/11-22.htm">John 11:22 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/john/11-22.htm">John 11:22 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/john/11-22.htm">John 11:22 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/john/11-22.htm">John 11:22 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/john/11-22.htm">John 11:22 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/john/11-22.htm">John 11:22 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/john/11-22.htm">John 11:22 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/john/11-22.htm">NT Gospels: John 11:22 Even now I know that whatever you (Jhn Jo Jn) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/john/11-21.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="John 11:21"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="John 11:21" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/john/11-23.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="John 11:23"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="John 11:23" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>