The Death of Lazarus - John 11:1-16
Understand It
- Why did Jesus say Lazarus was sick? (11:4)
- How did the disciples misunderstand Jesus? (11:12)
- Why did Jesus say that He was glad He wasn’t with Lazarus? (11:15)
Apply It
- What shortcomings or weaknesses in your life will you give to God in prayer, that He may use them to bring glory to Himself?
Jesus Comforts the Sisters - John 11:17-37
Understand It
- What did Martha say to Jesus about His having come after Lazarus had died? (11:21-22)
- What did Jesus say would happen to those who believed in Him? (11:26)
- How did Jesus respond to the weeping by Mary and the others? (11:33-35)
Apply It
- What attitude of disappointment do you need to confess to God and change to trust in His sovereign control?
Jesus Raises Lazarus From the Dead - John 11:38-44
Understand It
- What did Jesus tell the others to do? (11:39)
- How did Jesus show Martha the importance of her belief? (11:40)
- How did Jesus raise Lazarus from the dead? (11:43-44)
Apply It
- What specific situation do you need to trust God to work out in your life?
The Plot to Kill Jesus - John 11:45-57
Understand It
- What did the Sanhedrin fear? (11:47-48)
- How did Caiaphas prophesy? (11:51-52)
- What orders had the chief priests and Pharisees given to the people? (11:57)
Apply It
- What self-centered motive will you ask God to help you change?
Jesus Anointed at Bethany - John 12:1-11
Understand It
- What was done in honor of Jesus in Bethany? (12:2)
- How did Judas respond to Mary’s act? (12:4-5)
- Why did Jesus say that Mary had anointed Him with perfume? (12:7)
Apply It
- How can you worship and honor God with your resources today?
The Triumphal Entry - John 12:12-19
Understand It
- How did the crowd greet Jesus when He arrived in Jerusalem? (12:13)
- What did the crowd that was with Jesus do when He raised Lazarus? (12:17)
- Why did many of the people go out to meet Jesus? (12:18)
Apply It
- How will you honor and worship Jesus with your life today?
Jesus Predicts His Death - John 12:20-36
Understand It
- What did Jesus say about loving and hating life? (12:25)
- Why didn’t Jesus ask the Father to save Him? (12:27)
- What did Jesus say would happen when He was lifted up? (12:32)
Apply It
- What is one change you can make in your life to become more attentive to the needs of others over your own?
The Jews Continue in Their Unbelief - John 12:37-50
Understand It
- Why couldn’t the Jews of Jesus’ day believe in Him? (12:39-40)
- Why didn’t the leaders who did believe in Jesus admit their faith? (12:42-43)
- What did Jesus say would condemn the person who did not accept His words? (12:48)
Apply It
- To whom do you need to admit your faith in Jesus, regardless of the consequences? When can you?
Jesus Washes His Disciples' Feet - John 13:1-17
Understand It
- What did Peter declare he would never allow? (13:8)
- What did Jesus tell His disciples they should do? (13:12-15)
- What is the difference between servants and masters? (13:16)
Apply It
- Whose service do you need to accept the next time he or she offers?
Jesus Predicts His Betrayal - John 13:18-30
Understand It
- Why was Jesus troubled? (13:21)
- How did Jesus answer the beloved disciple’s question? (13:26)
- What did the other disciples think Jesus was telling Judas to do? (13:28-29)
Apply It
- What is the first step you can take toward building trust in one personal relationship this week?
Jesus Predicts Peter's Denial - John 13:31-38
Understand It
- What did Jesus command His disciples to do? (13:34)
- How did Jesus say people would know His disciples? (13:35)
- What did Peter pledge to do? (13:37)
Apply It
- Who is someone you need to love as Christ has loved you? How?
