Matthew 11:4

Iesus answered and saide vnto them, Go and shew Iohn againe those things which we doe heare and see: Matthew 11:4 (KJV)

Jesus answered and said unto them,

Go and shew John again those things which ye do hear and see: Matthew 11:4 (KJV)

In verse 4 Jesus instructs the messengers sent by John the Baptist to report back to him what they have “heard and seen.” The purpose of this instruction is to have them share the concrete evidence of His messianic ministry—both the miraculous healings and the teachings about the Kingdom of God that they had witnessed.

The reference to “things which ye do hear and see” points to the fulfillment of Old‑Testament messianic expectations, especially the prophecies of Isaiah 35:5‑6 that speak of the blind receiving sight, the lame walking, and the deaf hearing. While the verse itself does not name these prophecies, the miracles performed by Jesus are commonly understood as the very signs that confirm His identity as the promised Messiah.

John the Baptist had faithfully prepared the way for Christ, yet he found himself in a difficult situation, questioning whether the promised Messiah had truly arrived. Jesus’ response serves as encouragement to John, reminding him that the works He was performing were the confirmation John had been waiting for and that John’s ministry was not in vain but part of God’s larger plan.

By directing the disciples to report the signs and teachings to John, Jesus extends an invitation for John and his followers to recognize and embrace His divine identity. Observing the signs and hearing the teachings should deepen their confidence in the faith and lead them to reaffirm their belief in Jesus as the Messiah.

Overall, Matthew 11:4 calls believers to look for the evidence of God’s work in their own lives and to maintain steadfast faith, especially in times of doubt or adversity. The verse highlights Jesus’ compassion toward John’s concerns and offers a timeless reminder that the visible and audible testimonies of God’s kingdom are meant to strengthen and sustain our trust in Him.