“You believe in God, believe also in me.” Before Jesus died for us all on the cross, Jesus understood that his disciples already had a foundation of belief in God, which had been a source of solace for them. However, facing the prospect of his imminent departure and death, he encouraged them to deepen their faith by also believing in him. This additional belief in him would provide them with the comfort and assurance they needed to navigate the challenges ahead, particularly in light of his forthcoming absence. His promise of preparing a place for them in his Father's house served to alleviate their anxieties and strengthen their trust in him during a challenging time. Furthermore he was assuring them that he would never leave them ignorant of reassuring things, such as the place he would prepare for them He would tell them. But it shows the way Jesus identified the Father as God, not himself as God. This One True God is not the same person as Jesus. We should love both. Love this One True God with all your heart and all your soul and all your strength and all your mind. Love Him with your social media posts and whatever other voice you have. Teach His commands. Teach your children. Proclaim them from rooftops, so to speak. In total love.
