Jesus is Greater

Message Study Questions

Message Summary

Jesus is greater — greater than anything we face, greater than our failures, and greater than all the obstacles that tried to keep Him from the cross.

On His final night, Jesus encountered betrayal, abandonment, human weakness, arrest, and suffering, yet He never wavered. He washed the feet of the one who would betray Him, prayed for those who would abandon Him, and submitted to the will of the Father despite the agony ahead. Even as He was arrested, beaten, and crucified, He forgave those responsible. His devotion was greater than the disciples’ desertion, His self-control was greater than His flesh, and His mission was greater than any opportunity to escape. The only ones who received no compassion from Jesus were those who thought they were greater than Him.

Humility is the key to entering His Kingdom. So what in your life is too big for Jesus to handle? Nothing. Jesus is greater than your past, your failures, your struggles, and your successes. He isn’t just an add-on to your life—He is the hero of your story. Bring everything to His feet, because He is greater!

1. How well do you grasp the greatness of Jesus? What are some ways that we can elevate our perspective of Him?
   

2. Why is humility sometimes so difficult?
   

Consider This

Jesus said, “These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world” (John 16:33).

1. Read John 13:4-5.

   • Why do you think Jesus washed his disciples’ feet?

   • Have you ever washed another’s feet who was not a family member? How did you and the other person feel about it afterwards?

   • When and why is it hard for you to accept help (service) from others?

2. Read John 13:21-26 and Psalm 41:9 and share how it you think it feels to be betrayed by a close friend?
   

3. In what ways do we betray Jesus?
   

4. Read Matthew 26:31-35, 55-56.

   • What’s the problem with beginning a sentence, “I would never…” or “I will…?” (see James 4:13-16)

   • If persecution comes to you, do you think you would fall away or stand with Jesus?

   • Did Jesus condemn His disciples for running away? What does that tell you about God’s love for us?
     

5. In Matthew 26:36-39, why do you think Jesus was crushed with grief? What was Jesus’ attitude? (Verse 39)
   

6. Can you share a time when your faith was really tested?
   

7. Can you share something you are facing that requires trust in God rather than human wisdom and tactics?
   

8. According to Matthew 26:53-54, did Jesus have the power to save himself from the mob sent to arrest him? Why did Jesus allow His arrest to happen?
   

9. When it comes to life decisions, do you usually go with your feelings or your commitments? How can you access Jesus’ power when confronted with times of stress and testing? (see 1 John 5:9)
   

Moving forward – Application

Jesus is greater than anything in this world. By observing His life and following His example by faith, we too can overcome. Because, “You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world” (1 John 4:4).

1. Whom could you serve this week? How can you make space in your life to do that?
   

2. From whom do you need to accept help (service) this week?
   

3. As you face this week, what proud attitude should you reject and follow Jesus example?
   

4. Is there anyone you should tell that you are a follower of Jesus the Christ this week?
   

5. Is there anything facing you this week where you need to say to God, “your will be done.”