John - Day 27: Belief Vs. Unbelief

Reading through the book of John reveals many things: Who Jesus is, where Jesus comes from, what Jesus was sent to do, and the power that Jesus has as displayed through His miracles. Jesus uses His miracles to substantiate His teaching and His claims to be the Messiah. Often through- out the book of John His miracles and teachings come together! If Jesus were to come down and perform miraculous signs today, do you think everyone would believe? Today we will look at how miracles may affect belief.

Read John 12:37-50

Q: How did different groups of people respond to the miracles of Jesus?

Q: Why do you think they responded in this manner?

Q: In what ways are others looking for signs today before putting their belief in Jesus?

Q: Think about the miracles Jesus performed? What did they authenticate about who He said He was?

Q: Do you believe God possesses the same power of nature today? How should this change the way in which you pray to Him?

For Further Study: Luke 16:31, 2 Corinthians 4:4