GROUP GUIDE
Leading a group through these questions? Here’s a simple guide for 1.5-2 hour GROUP meeting.
Welcome and Opening Prayer. (5 minutes)
Read the passage aloud. (5 minutes)
Guide the group through the questions. (30-60 minutes)
Take time to share prayer requests and pray for each other. (15-30 minutes)
TEACHING RECAP
Summary: Jesus performed public signs that demand a response. He made bold, unmistakable claims about who he is—claims that either offend or transform. And now, he invites us to trust him, not just with our minds, but with our lives. Faith is about more than mental ascent—it’s about surrender, and the transformed life that follows.
Main Points:
1. Jesus performed signs we can't ignore.
2. Jesus made claims we can't dismiss.
3. Jesus invites us to trust him so we can truly live.
On-Ramps:
- What do you believe about the signs Jesus performed?
- How are you responding to Jesus’ claim to be the Son of God?
- Are you rejecting him, admiring him, or truly trusting and following him?
Discussion
What stands out to you from this passage? How does this passage most challenge or encourage you?
Based on this week’s passage, what reason does John give for writing this Gospel? Why is that significant?
As you consider the various responses people in our culture have to Jesus, His signs and His claims, which responses encourage you? Which ones discourage you?
What do you think might help those who are currently rejecting or merely admiring Jesus to move toward truly trusting and following Him?
Which of Jesus’ signs recorded in the Gospel of John speaks most directly to you?
Which of Jesus’ “I AM” statements has been the most impactful in your life?
Spend some time reflecting on and responding to the questions in the On-Ramps.
How do you want to respond to this passage in your daily life?
PRAYER
How can we pray for you as a group?
Next week: Joshua 1:1-10
