Jesus said, “But I have a greater witness than John’s; for the works which the Father has given Me to finish, the very works that I do, bear witness of Me, that the Father has sent Me” (John 5:36). The works Jesus performed, as mentioned in John 5:36, testified to who He was by providing tangible, divine evidence of His identity and mission. These works included performing miracles, teaching with authority, and fulfilling prophecy, which demonstrated a power and nature that belonged to God alone, proving that the Father had sent Him. Jesus’ miracles were proof in themselves. The miracles Jesus performed, such as healing the sick and raising the dead, were not random acts but divinely appointed tasks that showed his authority over creation. The ability to perform these acts was seen as a clear sign from God that He approved of Jesus and was the source of his power. His works authenticated his claims. They served as a more substantial witness than human testimony alone, even the testimony of John the Baptist. The miracles validated Jesus's claims and authenticated His message, showing that He was sent by the Father. His works provided a foundation for faith. Jesus linked believing His works to believing in His divine identity and unity with the Father. He presented these actions as evidence that people could use to believe in His divine nature and His relationship with the Father. His works gave evidence of His divine origin. According to Jewish tradition, performing works on the Sabbath was a sign of a special relationship with God. Jesus's actions, which were not just miraculous but also occurred on the Sabbath, further demonstrated His divine nature.
