The Gospel of John has held a special place in the heart of the church for thousands of years, drawing millions into a relationship with Jesus and deepening their faith. While its mission is clearly outlined in chapter 20, the richness of the book can’t be fully appreciated by reading it quickly. It’s crafted to slowly reveal its meaning as one listens, reads, thinks deeply, and discusses it with others over time.
One of the traps of our modern society is the idea that we can do this life on our own. This idea, however, goes against the most basic truth about what it means to be human. The truth is we are made to be in relationship with God and we are made to be a valuable part of His family, the church. Our passage today encourages us to see that each one of us, though we are many and diverse, form one community and each one of us belongs to all the others.
We are pausing the Discussion Guide for the summer from June 23 - September 8, 2024. The Discussion Guide will resume for Sunday, September 15th.
In today’s passage, we'll see how an ancient Jewish festival celebrating God's provision and the anticipation of the Holy Spirit connects to our lives today. By examining three aspects of this story, we'll learn how to journey towards lasting fulfillment through surrendering to Jesus, embracing his teachings, and experiencing the Holy Spirit.
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