John Chapter 1 is packed with truths about who Jesus is. Remember, John is writing with the intent on showcasing the deity of Jesus and we see him doing that right out of the gate. There are three main sections to this passage this week, but each one has the same purpose: declaring Jesus as God.
Here are links mentioned in today's episode:
Bible Project Videos on John:
VIDEO 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-2e9mMf7E8&t=180s
VIDEO 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUfh_wOsauk
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GROUP DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- What does this passage say?
- What characteristics of God are displayed in this passage? (There are a LOT this week)
- What did God draw your attention to this week?
SPECIFIC QUESTIONS FOR CHAPTER 1:
- Which characteristics that were previously attributed to only God the Father does John also attribute to Jesus in this passage? How should this change or further substantiate our view of Jesus?
- In what ways do we see Jesus as the fulfillment of the Old Testament in John 1?
- List out the seven names of Jesus given in verses 35-51 (Lamb of God, Son of God, Rabbi (Teacher), Messiah (which means Christ), Jesus of Nazareth, King of Israel, Son of Man). How are each of these important to a different aspect of Jesus’ call and ministry on earth?
WHAT IS OUR RESPONSE?
- Our response isn’t always a “to do” - How is God calling you to respond to these truths this week?
- Because God (or Jesus) is __________, I can _________.
