John - Day 17: Is Jesus God?

The claims that Jesus made about Himself were monumental, earth shatter- ing, and life changing. In the words of C.S. Lewis, “Jesus was either a Liar, a Lunatic, or the Lord”

Read John 7:25-52

In this passage people responded to Jesus’ claims about Himself in 4 ways: Some were Convinced, “He is the Messiah” (v40)! Others were Curious, “How can the Messiah come from Galilee” (v41)! A few were Confused, “No one ever spoke the way this man does” (v46)! And some were Coercive, “Some wanted to seize Him” (v44)

Q: What had the authorities concluded about Jesus (v.28-29)? Why is this significant?

Q: How have you seen others respond to Jesus in a similar manner to how those in the passage reacted?

Q: What would best describe how you see Jesus? (Convinced, curious, confused)

Q: Do you know anyone who is curious about Jesus? How could you be of assistance in helping them better understand who He is?

Q: Do you know anyone who is confused about Jesus? How could you be of assistance in helping them better understand who He is?

For Further Study: 2 Corinthians 4:4-6