The Life Week 6: "Who Believes?"

SCRIPTURES FROM SUNDAY:
John 7

REFLECT/DISCUSS:
Q: In this chapter we find out that Jesus’ brothers aren’t supportive of what He is saying and doing. Have you ever had your family react the same way to you? Does your experience help you understand how Jesus might have felt?

Q: The crowds have a variety of opinions about Jesus. Some come from a misunderstanding of his birthplace. Jesus could have cleared this up easily. Why didn’t he?

Q: In John 7 the religious leaders make multiple attempts to arrest Jesus, but are thwarted by God. What does this say to us about God’s level of watchfulness over and involvement in Jesus’ life? Do you think He does the same thing with us?

Q: Who do you relate to most in this story & why? Jesus’ unbelieving family? Those in the crowds who have questions or are confused about Jesus? The soldiers who are captivated by His words? The religious leaders who want Jesus out of the way? Those in the crowds who believe?

Q: In our teaching on Sunday we discussed some things we can try if we want our faith in Jesus to grow: paying attention to what Jesus is doing and saying (Jn 7:44-51), checking our motives (Jn 7:16-18), working on our questions/doubts (Jn 7:40-43), and trying Jesus’ ways out for ourselves (Jn 8:30-32). Which would be a good next step for you in your journey with Jesus?