Bringing people freedom is central to what Jesus came to do.
Luke 4:18-19

Observations of John 8:31-36

3 Ways Jesus Sets People Free:

1. Jesus sets people free from

and

Reveal Answer

.
John 14:6

2. Jesus sets people free from striving to earn our way to God through

Reveal Answer

religion.

Galatians 5:1

3. Jesus sets people free SO THAT we can serve others in response to the

God has shown us.

Galatians 5:13

Pray - Ask the Holy Spirit: How God is leading you to respond to the freedom and new life that you’ve been given through serving others?

Questions for Discussion/Application:

1. What challenged you, encouraged you, or confused you in this week’s teaching?

2. What is your gut reaction when you hear the phrase, “Jesus Brings Freedom.” Have you experienced this to be true in your own life? Why or why not?

3. Read John 8:31-36 and John 14:6. What phrase or idea in either of these passages stands out to you the most about the kind of freedom Jesus came to bring?

4. In what ways can a works-based religious mindset get in the way of people experiencing freedom in Christ? Have you ever been challenged by this?

5. How would you respond to a friend who said to you, “I appreciate what Jesus teaches about grace and compassion, but choosing to follow him seems like a really limiting way to live my life…” In what ways is following Jesus limiting? In what ways is following Jesus freeing?

6. What is one thing from this week’s teaching or group conversation that you hope to remember or put into practice in your relationship with Christ?