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At the first encounter, Jesus had told them, ‘Follow me, I will make you fishers of men.’ Now, Jesus is telling them what is to be the fishers of men. The 2nd phase of discipleship starts after Jesus’ resurrection.  👉 Read John 21:15 - 25 Q1. After an awkwardly silent breakfast, Jesus got to the point of restoring Peter's broken spirit. Jesus didn’t rebuke Peter but asked him if he (         ) Jesus. But, Peter dared not to confirm his love. Instead, he said, ‘Yes, Lord, you (        ) I love you.’ Then, Jesus said, ‘Feed (      ) sheep.’  Answers 👉 After an awkwardly silent breakfast, Jesus got to the point of restoring Peter's broken spirit. Jesus didn’t rebuke Peter but asked him if he (  loved  ) Jesus. But, Peter dared not to confirm his love. Instead, he said, ‘Yes, Lord, you ( know  ) I love you.’ Then, Jesus said, ‘Feed ( my ) sheep.’ “Do you love me more than these do?” Jesus’ quest...

Now, they returned to Galilee from Jerusalem. Though they experienced the resurrection and were to witness it, they didn’t know what to do. Jesus came and confirmed their discipleship. 👉 Read John 21:1 - 14 Q1. Even though they experienced Jesus’ resurrection, they went out fishing. Simon Peter told them, “I am going (          ).” They replied, “(                  ).” They went out and got into the boat, but that night they caught (          ). Answers 👉 Simon Peter told them, “I am going ( fishing ).” They replied, “( We will go with you ).” They went out and got into the boat, but that night they caught ( nothing ). Though some were not fishermen, they followed Peter because they had nothing to do. However, they caught nothing and could not fill the emptiness in their hearts.  Do you have a passion for the gospel but don’t know what to do? You need to encounter Jesus once ...

Though they were supposed to believe the message of the resurrection, they couldn't. Now, Jesus appeared to them and commissioned them to proclaim the resurrection to others. Thus, the gospel has been transferred to us now.  👉 Read John 20: 19 - 31 Q1. When the disciples gathered together and (          ) the door of the place because they were (          ) of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “(              )!” Answers 👉 When the disciples gathered together and ( locked  ) the door of the place because they were (  afraid  ) of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “( Peace be with you  )!” When you don’t believe in the resurrection, you will be afraid of the world. Q2. ‘Just as the Father has sent me, I also send you.’ Jesus is sending His disciples in the same manner as God has sent Him. What facts does the...

They couldn’t believe Jesus’ resurrection. However, the privilege and blessing given by His resurrection are too great for us to imagine. 👉 Read John 20: 1 - 18 Q 1. When Mary saw the stone was moved away, what did she think? (2) Answers 👉 Someone stole the body of Jesus. Jesus had told several times about His resurrection, but she didn’t take the literal meaning of resurrection. She didn’t believe it. Note that Jesus showed them the empty tomb first before He would appear to them. It was to expose their unbelief of not believing the resurrection and to challenge them to walk in faith. The empty tomb might construe two possible interpretations: resurrection or tomb robbery. They interpreted that the body was stolen, which is more probable, rather than Jesus having risen, even though Jesus had told beforehand.  The empty tomb could be evidence of the resurrection for those who believe Jesus. However, for those who rely on evidence to believe, it could support the consp...

The crucifixion was the King’s declaration of the war against death. The war comprised two parts: removing the guilt of sins through death and demolishing the power of death through the resurrection. The death scene recalls the atoning and cleansing ritual of OT. 👉 Read John 19: 28 - 42 Q1. To fulfill the scripture, Jesus said, “(               ).” A soldier gave Him (        ) using a branch of (          ). He received it and said, “(              ).” Answers 👉 To fulfill the scripture, Jesus said, “( I am thirsty ).” A solider gave Him ( sour wine ) using a branch of ( hyssop ). He received it and said, “( It is completed ).” "The scripture" (verse 28) refers to Psalm 69:21 or Ps 22:15, which illustrate the suffering of the godly. However, what John meant was not only the suffering of Jesus. He portrays Jesus’ death as the sacrifice of the Lamb of God....

The cross was the ministry of the King. And it means a perfect surrender of everything. After that, the King delineated His earthly relationship with the family. 👉 Read John 19: 17 - 27 Q1. Though the Jewish leaders didn’t like it, Pilate forced the notice to be ‘Jesus the Nazarene, the (               ).’ And it was written in Aramaic, (         ), and (        ). They crucified him at the place called “(                  ).” Answers 👉 Though the Jewish leaders didn’t like it, Pilate forced the notice to be ‘Jesus the Nazarene, the ( King of the Jews ).’ And it was written in Aramaic, ( Latin ), and ( Greek ). They crucified him at the place called “( the Place of Skull ).” The Jews rejected Jesus as their king.  Pilate wrote it in three languages and wanted everyone to read and join his mocking of the Jews.  However, the opponent of J...

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...