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Reaction in the Face of Death (John 11:1-37) - Study Notes
Introduction: Personal Experiences and Challenges.
Biblical Passage: John 11:1-37
Context:
- Hostility towards Jesus had been growing, leading Him to withdraw beyond Jordan.
- John 10:40-41: Jesus retreats to where John baptized Him due to increasing antagonism.
Key Lessons and Themes
- God’s Timing and Purpose:
- Jesus’ delay is intentional, to fulfil God’s purpose and glorify Him.
- God’s apparent delays are part of His perfect timing and greater plan, even when it’s hard to understand.
- Faith in the Face of Death:
- The importance of maintaining faith despite circumstances and delays.
- Jesus’ actions are motivated by love and a desire to grow His followers’ faith.
- Handling Negativity:
- The impact of surrounding oneself with negative influences.
- Encouragement to stay focused on faith and trust in God’s plan, avoiding being dragged down by pessimism.
Conversation with Martha (John 11:17-27)
Key Points:
- Verses 17-20:
- Lazarus has been dead for four days.
- Many Jews have come to comfort Mary and Martha.
- Martha goes to meet Jesus, expressing her faith despite her grief.
- Verses 21-27:
- Martha’s statement of regret but also of faith in Jesus’ power.
- Jesus’ declaration: “I am the resurrection and the life.”
- Martha’s affirmation of belief in Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of God.
Themes:
- Jesus as the Resurrection and Life:
- Present reality, not just a future hope.
- Eternal life through belief in Jesus.
- Affirmation of Faith:
- Martha’s declaration reflects the purpose of John’s Gospel: to believe in Jesus as the Messiah and have life in His name.
Conversation with Mary (John 11:28-37)
Key Points:
- Verses 28-32:
- Mary goes to Jesus, expressing similar sentiments to Martha.
- Deep emotional response from Mary and the Jews mourning with her.
- Verses 33-37:
- Jesus is deeply moved and troubled by their sorrow.
- Jesus weeps, showing His compassion and humanity.
- Mixed reactions from the onlookers, questioning Jesus’ power and timing.
Themes:
- Jesus’ Empathy and Compassion:
- Jesus shares in human sorrow, deeply moved by grief.
- The shortest verse, “Jesus wept,” highlights His genuine emotional response.
- Mixed Reactions to Jesus’ Actions:
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