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Though Pilate tried to release Jesus, the Jewish leaders kept shouting, 'Crucify him!'  👉 Read John 19: 1 - 16 Q 1. Then Pilate took Jesus and had him flogged (          ). The soldiers braided a crown of (        ) and put it on his head, and they clothed him in a (        ) robe. They came up to him (        ) and (        ) and said, “(                    )!” And they stuck him repeatedly in the (        ). Answers 👉 Then Pilate took Jesus and had him flogged ( severely ). The soldiers braided a crown of ( thorns ) and put it on his head, and they clothed him in a ( purple ) robe. They came up to him ( again ) and ( again ) and said, “( Hail, king of the Jews )!” And they stuck him repeatedly in the ( face ). The crown of thorns and the purple robe were to mock Jesus' title: the King of the J...

Before the Roman governor, a ruler of this world, Jesus announced that His kingdom wasn't from this world and He had come to testify to the truth. 👉 Read John 18:28 - 40 Q1. At that time, the Roman authority was turning a blind eye to the Jewish authority executing people according to Jewish law. Then, why did they say to Pilate that they couldn’t legally put anyone to death?  Answers 👉 They wanted Jesus to be crucified by the Romans. (32) Being crucified on the tree could be interpreted as being cursed by God (Deut 21:23). They wanted to announce through Jesus’ crucifixion that Jesus was cursed by God and could not be the Messiah. Though He bore the curse, God’s grace overwhelmed the curse of our sins. The symbol of the curse has become the one of hope.  Q2. Pilate wondered why the Jews handed Jesus over to him. “Are you the (        ) of the Jews? (        ) own people and (        ) chief priests h...

Jesus was brought to Annas, the high priest. Meanwhile, Peter denied Jesus three times. 👉 Read John 18:12 - 27 Q1. What did the high priest Caiaphas say?  Answers 👉 It is to their advantage that one man die for the people. Caiaphas said this in John 11:50. He meant that it was better to have Jesus die and keep the nation rather than being destroyed by Rome if letting Jesus' movement would trigger any riot against Rome. Ironically,  God accepted such a wicked plan and accomplished a greater salvation even for the Gentiles, through His death.   Q2. When Jesus was brought before (          ), John went into the house too, but (        ) left behind. As John came out and brought him in, the (           ) who watched the door said to Peter, “You are one of this man’s (           )!” He replied, “(            )!” Answer 👉 When...

Jesus gave in Himself to their evil plan rather than being reluctantly betrayed. And it was the Father’s will. 👉 Read John 18:1 - 11 Q1. In the Gospel of Matthew, Judas specified Jesus by a kiss. In the Gospel of John, how did they recognize Jesus? Answers 👉 Jesus Himself discloses His identity. Jesus knew everything that was going to happen and took the initiative to bear the cross. As the King, He took action to save His people. "I have not lost a single one of those you gave me." Jesus has kept saying this in various verses in John. When Jesus said, “I am he,” they retreated and fell to the ground. The Greek word for ‘I am he’ is ἐγώ εἰμι   (Ego eimi) which literally means ‘I am.’ Jesus frequently used this expression to announce His identity. You can find a short summary of the seven ‘I am’ statements at this link.  Jesus' "I Am" Statements - Thomas Nelson Bibles | Book of John I AM was the name of the LORD revealed to Moses at Mt. Horeb (...

This beautiful and heartful prayer of our Lord Jesus always touches our hearts. Jesus prayed not only for His disciples but also for all believers throughout generations. Yes, He prayed for each one of us, right before the crucifixion. And His prayer shall be answered and, thus, become our vision for the church and our spiritual journey. 👉 Read John 17:1 - 26 Q1. “This is eternal life – that they know you, the (              ), and (            ).” He became a (       ) and lived with us so that we have fellowship with Jesus Christ. He revealed the One who (       ) Him and died to reconcile us to God so that we may have a relationship with the (            ). Answers 👉 “This is eternal life – that they know you, the ( only true God ), and ( Jesus Christ ).” He became a ( man ) and lived with us so that we have fellowship with Jesus Christ....

As Jesus’ departure approached, Jesus explained to the worrying disciples what God would do now: to send the Holy Spirit to continue Jesus’ ministry. Though they could not understand fully, Jesus encouraged them to trust in Jesus who has conquered the world.  👉 Read John 16:17 - 33 Q1. What part of Jesus’ words was difficult for them to understand? Answers 👉 ‘In a little while you will not see me; again after a little while, you will see me.’  They could not understand this saying would mean Jesus' death and resurrection. Or coming of the Holy Spirit.  Q2. The joy of that time will be like the joy of (          ). The joy will be so great that they won’t remember the present (        ). “You have sorrow now, but (   ) will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will (      ) your joy away from you.”  Answer 👉 The joy of that time will be like the joy of ( child...

They will be left in a world hostile to Jesus and ignorant of the truth. The Church is to testify about Jesus in the world after Jesus' departure. How could they complete the mission?  👉 Read John 15:18 – 6:16 Q1. If the world hates the Christians, what would be the reasons? (18 - 19, 21) Answers 👉 The world hates the Christians for they belong to Jesus, not to the world. The world doesn’t know the Father who sent Jesus. Some believe in God, but not Jesus. They believe in Jesus’ historical existence but not as the Savior of the world. To say, they don't accept the salvation through forgiveness. Q2. What acts would ‘the miraculous deeds that no one else did’ (verse 24) refer to?  Answer 👉 To heal and give life. (more likely the cross and resurrection)  Lazarus’ resurrection alludes to Jesus being sent by the Creator of Life. Furthermore, Jesus’ cross and resurrection was the deed that only Jesus did. Even though they saw Jesus’ healing and giving life,...

The vine tree analogy so vividly illustrates our relationship with Jesus. As the branches of a vine share the life of the vine, we share and live from Jesus’ life. 👉 Read John 15:1 - 17 Q1. Why do we need to remain in Jesus? (2, 4) Answers 👉 To bear fruit. God takes away any branch that doesn’t bear fruit. We might debate the security of salvation: do we lose our salvation if we bear no fruit? However, it is better to focus on how to bear fruit rather than how to get salvation.  “You are clean already.” It would refer to a born-again status, a rightful relationship with the Father, one who bathed (13:10). John uses the imagery of cleanness for salvation. In the OT bible, one should be ritually clean to stand before God.  When we believe Jesus’ gospel, we are reconciled with the Father. Though sinners, we can approach God by Jesus’ blood. The pruning (lit. cleaning) (2) of our life is to make us bear more fruit. “Remain”: You should stay, not stop by. No plant produ...

Jesus said, “I am the way.” Then, how could they keep walking in the Way if Jesus returns to the Father? Here, Jesus introduces a new stage of discipleship after His departure, which is through the Holy Spirit.  👉 Read John 14:15 - 31 Q1. The 'another Advocate' refers to the Holy Spirit. How can we know Him though the world could not understand Him?  Answers 👉 Because the Holy Spirit resides in us. The human mind cannot understand nor recognize the Spirit. Only when the Spirit enters our hearts, do we realize His presence. He is supernatural. “If you love me, …” The Spirit of God cannot reside in those who don’t love God. Q2. “The person who has my commandments and (         ) them is the one who (       ) me. The one who loves me will be loved by (          ), and I will love him and will (        ) myself to him.” Answer 👉 “The person who has my commandments and ( o...

Often we cry to the Lord amid chaotic moments of life, ‘Is this the right direction to success? Where are you leading to?’ just as the Philips asked, ‘Lord, show us the heaven. Then, we will keep following you.’ Then, Jesus will say to us, ‘Trust and follow me. I am the way.’ 👉 Read John 14:1 - 14 Q1. “Do not let your hearts be (          ). You believe in God; believe also in (      ). There are many (         ) in my Father’s house. … Where I am (      ) may be too.” Answers 👉 Distressed, me, dwelling places (rooms), you We don’t need to be worried about life in this world or about persecution. Whatever kind of death we would encounter, the Lord will lead us to our eternal dwelling places. What a comfort in this pilgrim journey! In the ancient Jewish world, the man should prepare a room in his father’s house before the marriage. When the preparation is done and the father’s decided time comes, ...

Though Jesus loved them to the end, laying down His life, their response was betrayal and denial. 👉 Read John 13:18 - 38 Q1. Why did Jesus foretell Judas’ betrayal? Answers 👉 To let them know Jesus was the Messiah. Verse 20 alludes to Judas’ failure to accept Jesus. Judas must have believed in God but not Jesus, just like the religious leaders. Q2. Jesus was greatly distressed (verse      ) that He would be betrayed by someone so intimate that they eat together (verses     ,     ). Jesus pointed out Judas by handing out a peace of (         ). However, they didn’t catch the meaning.  Answer 👉 21, 18, 26, bread John said Satan entered to Judas after he took the bread. (27) John emphasizes Jesus’ initiative in approaching the cross. Denial or betrayal by own disciple and rejection by own people are a theme of Jesus’ crucifixion. Why did He need to be betrayed and denied? It tells the nature of ...

After Jesus's public ministry, chapters 13 – 17 contain Jesus’ words, especially for His disciples and the church, before His crucifixion: Love one another (chapter 13). Promise of the Holy Spirit (chapter 14). Vine tree analogy (chapter 15). Encouragement words for them amid the hostile world (chapter 16). Jesus’ prayer and vision for the church (chapter 17). 👉 Read John 13:1 - 17 Q1. The time of Jesus’ departure was approaching (1, 3). The disciples will be left behind, and the devil has already got into the heart of one disciple (2). Jesus so loved them (1) and wanted to teach them how to keep the church from the hostile world and Satan’s attacks. What are Jesus’ commands to keep the church safe? (14, 34 – 35) Answers 👉 Wash one another’s feet (bearing the burden of other’s sin) Love one another just as Jesus loves you “Because Jesus knew that the Father had handed all things over to him.” The Father has given him the authority to forgive sins and to give life to any...