Read: John 5:36-38, Mark 6:7-13, Acts 5:12-16
In what way did the Apostles perform similar miracles to Jesus? How did they get the power to do this?
Why would this have been necessary, given their message and no New Testament at the time?
Why would it be different today? How does this adjust your perspective regarding miracles, signs, and wonders?
Read: John 3:1-2, 5:1-17, 36-37, 6:1-2, Hebrews 2:3-4
What was the primary reason Jesus had become popular among the crowds? How did this validate His message?
Why is this important to remember when reading the Gospels? How can this get confused today?
If the miracles of Jesus are rejected, what will ultimately happen to the validity of the Gospel? Be specific.
Read: John 1:19-28, 5:32-35, Mark 6:14-27, Acts 12:1-3
Describe the primary calling and role of John the Baptist. How did John respond in the presence of Jesus?
What ultimately happened to John for his testimony for Jesus? How does this help validate the Gospel?
In what way did the Apostles do the same thing? How does this encourage you and your faith in Jesus?
Read: John 5:30-31, Deuteronomy 19:15, Matthew 21:23-27, 1 John 4:14
Explain why Jesus would seemingly discount his own authority in verse 31. How did this relate to Jewish law?
In what way does this explain why the Jewish leaders tried to use a 3rd party authority argument to fight Jesus?
How did Jesus respond? Be specific. Why is it important Jesus had multiple eyewitnesses to support His claims?
Read: John 5:27-29, Matthew 7:21-23, James 2:17-19
Explain the difference between saving faith and just a simple belief. How does this relate to following Jesus?
What deception does Jesus warn can take place? (Mt. 7:21-23) How can this be prevented? Be specific.
What is the most sobering or concerning part of today’s reading for you? How do you resolve it in your own life?
Read: John 5:29, Matthew 25:41-46, Revelation 20:11-15
Explain what it means to be resurrected to “death”. What does this imply about the eternal state?
Knowing that Jesus came to save us from judgment, whose judgment does this relate to?
In what way does this provide both a hope and a warning? How does this topic make you feel? Why?
Read: John 5:27-29a, Matthew 25:31-40, 1 Corinthians 15:20, 2 Corinthians 5:1-4, 1 Peter 1:3-4
How does Jesus and the attribute of judgment relate to a resurrection? How can this easily get overlooked?
What does this imply about Jesus’ own resurrection? (i.e., 1st fruits) Why is this important?
In what way does this provide both a hope and a warning? How does this topic make you feel? Why?
Read: John 5:24-26, 14:6, Acts 4:12
Given that Jesus was so exclusive in His claims, how do you think His listeners would have responded?
How can this be a challenge for people today? Give an example. What does this imply about His attribute?
How does this distinguish Jesus from other religious leaders of the past? How does his encourage you?
Read: John 5:24-26, 1 Corinthians 15:19-20, Romans 10:9-10
Explain how Jesus not only provides spiritual life today, but also eternal life when you die.
How does this relate to your spiritual inheritance? How often do you think about eternity? Why?
Why is this important for Christians to remember? What can happen if this is overlooked?
Read: John 5:24-26, Ephesians 1:18, 2:1-10, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 1 Corinthians 15:19
From an everyday standpoint, what could Jesus be referring to when He talked about passing from death to life?
In what way does this take place when someone becomes a Christian? How did this happen to you?
Why is this important when it comes to understanding Jesus and having a personal relationship to Him? Be specific.
Read: John 5:22-23, Matthew 25:31-46
What warning did Jesus provide to those who claimed to be followers and those who were truly followers?
In what way was He also presenting an important attribute and important insight into who He is?
When you include this truth into your walk with the Lord, how does it impact you? Be specific.
Read: John 5:22-23, Revelation 22:12, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Mark 10:45, Philippians 2:5-8
Explain the difference between the 1st coming of Jesus and the 2nd coming. What different attribute is on display?
Why is this important to understand when it comes to following the Lord? Be specific.
How can a singular focus on sacrificial love and mercy of Jesus cause an imbalance? How does this balance you?
Read: John 5:22-23, Isaiah 33:22, Psalm 50:6, 75:7, 98:9
Who is presented as the ultimate judge in the Old Testament? How has this changed according to Jesus?
Why would this have been a challenge to the religious leaders during the time of Christ?
In what way do you think this attribute of Jesus is misunderstood today? How does it change your view?
Read: John 1:1-3, 14, 5:19-21, 10:30, Colossians 1:16-19
Why is “equality of God” not only an attribute of who Jesus is but also a central truth of the Christian faith?
How did Jesus make sure there was no misunderstanding? Why is this important in your walk with the Lord?
In what way do you think culture today pictures Jesus? How does Jesus adjust that perspective?
Read: John 5:17-21, Deuteronomy 28:12, Genesis 30:22, Ezekiel 37:13
Describe what were known as the “3 keys” held by God? How did Jesus indirectly claim one of those keys?
Why would this have been a problem for the religious leaders? What was their response? Be specific.
Why is this an important attribute of Jesus to understand? How does this impact your relationship with Jesus?
