Read: John 18:19-21, Matthew 26:59
Why did Annas ask Jesus about His disciples and teachings? In what way was he trying to manipulate Jesus?
How did the response of Jesus prevent Him from being manipulated? (i.e., “Why do you ask me?”)
How does this help you better understand the dynamic between engagement and manipulation? Be specific.
Read: John 18:26-27, Luke 22:60b-62, Hebrews 12:5-11
Who knew that Peter way lying about being a disciple of Jesus? What does this reveal about getting away with it?
Why is this important for every Christian to remember? What will happen if this is minimized or rejected?
What specific lie do you need to confess and stop doing today? Take time right now to confess and repent.
Read: John 18:18, 25, James 3:6-9
In what way does James 3:6-9 highlight the need to contain lying? What happens if this doesn’t take place?
Given lying can take place in many ways (i.e., ½ truths, omitting, etc.), how have you rationalized the sin of lying?
What similar situation do you find yourself needing to be more honest about today? What practical steps will you take?
Read: John 18:18, 25, Matthew 26:69-74a, Luke 22:54-60a
Given Peter ended up lying multiple times to those around him, what does it reveal about lying?
How could Peter have initially responded without lying? What would this have prevented from taking place?
In what way have you underestimated the impact of a simple lie? What is God teaching you about being on guard?
Read: John 18:13-17, Matthew 26:31-35, 55-56, 5:37, James 5:12
In what way did Peter put himself in harm’s way by following Jesus after He was arrested? Why?
How was this different from the other disciples? Why did Peter lie about knowing Jesus?
What does this highlight about the temptation to lie? How can you fall into this trap? How can you avoid it?
Read: John 18:13-17, Genesis 2:8-9, 15-17, 3:1-4, John 8:44
How did Satan lie to Eve and ultimately Adam about eating the forbidden fruit? What was the result?
What does this highlight about the dangers of lying? How did Jesus emphasize this truth in John 8:44?
In what way do you think Christians have minimized the sin of lying today? How does this adjust you?
Read: John 18:1-12
As you review this week’s passage, what has had the most impact on you? Why?
In what way has this challenged the way you typically respond when someone hurts or betrays you? Be specific.
How will applying these truths help you live out the Gospel rather than make things worse?
Read: John 18:6-9, 17:12, 10:17-18, Matthew 20:28, 26:26-28
Why did Jesus ask the arresting soldiers and Pharisees two times who they were looking for? Be specific.
How did this protect the disciples? What does this highlight about Jesus trusting God and not playing the victim?
Why is this important to remember when you’ve been betrayed by someone? How can you avoid playing the victim?
Read: John 18:3-5, Matthew 26:48-50, John 13:1-5, 21-27
How did Jesus respond when the guards came to arrest Him? (i.e., “came forward”) What did He say to Judas?
In what way was this a similar response to washing Judas’ feet? What does this highlight about handling betrayal?
How do you typically respond to someone who has hurt you? How does Jesus’ approach to Judas adjust you?
Read: John 18:1-2, Genesis 2:7-8, Matthew 26:36-39, 1 Corinthians 15:45-49
In what way does the Garden of Gethsemane relate to the Garden of Eden and God’s redemptive plan?
Explain why Jesus is referred to as the “last” Adam. How does this relate to Jesus praying in the garden?
Given Jesus picked a familiar place for Judas to find Him, what does this highlight about God’s plan?
Read: Luke 9:23-25, Acts 2:37-38, Romans 10:9-10, James 2:18-19
What conditions did Jesus give for becoming a Christian? How does this relate to repentance and faith?
In what way does this refute the idea that becoming a Christian is simple “belief”? (c.f., James 2:18-19)
How have you stepped into this truth? What has been the result? How can you help others do the same?
Read: Luke 24:25-27, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Hebrews 4:12
How did Jesus correct the faulty thinking of the disciples regarding their view of Jesus? (i.e., resource)
What does this highlight about how to keep an accurate view of Jesus and avoid fraudulent thinking?
In what way does this all have an impact on Good Friday and Easter Sunday? Be specific.
Read: Luke 24:21, John 3:16-17, 10:30, 14:6, Matthew 10:26-28
Many people claim Jesus was one of many important religious leaders in history. What did Jesus say?
Many people would say Jesus was simply a Jewish Rabbi executed by Rome. What did Jesus say?
Many people might say they follow Jesus but don’t believe in hell. What did Jesus say? Why does it matter?
Read: Luke 24:21, Matthew 11:19, John 10:14-21
Why do you think the people Jesus encountered struggled with who He claimed to be?
In what way has culture today done the same thing? Why is this important to recognize?
Why does this ultimately impact the resurrection of Jesus? How does this adjust your view of Jesus?
