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Sermon Details

Sermon: Friends and Enemies
Scripture: John 15:18-25
Summary: When you become someone’s friend you take on the relational dynamics which exist between them and other people. When Jesus made us his friend, it guaranteed we would receive a share of the hatred the world has for him. But pay attention, because there is something which far outweighs this discomfort – belonging to him.

For Reflection and Discussion

Read Scripture: John 15:18-25

  1. Have you ever seen this dynamic in the church? What do you think of it? How can it be problematic?

    Being hated/persecuted is a sign you are doing the right thing.

  2. Read v18-19. How do you feel about what Jesus says here?

  3. What examples can you think of where Christians have been hated for the way they have gone about things?
  4. Read v22-24. Can you think of a time when you have been defensive because Jesus is shining a light on the darkness in your life? What was it?
  5. How can you deliver the offensive truth of the gospel without being unnecessarily offensive?
  6. Read 1 John 1:5-7. What does God’s character have to do with the way we respond when Jesus shines a light on the darkness in our lives?
  7. Who do you want to be loved by? The world, or Jesus? Which one is better? Why?

Prayer