Gospel of John - John 13:1-30

Homiletics                                             Study of John

Lesson     17                                         Passage: John 13:1-30

Content (List of Topics or Events)

Love is poured out as Jesus displays example by washing disciples feet   (John 13:1-15) a. Jesus knows His hour has arrived - Love  (1) b. Jesus at evening meal washes disciples feet  (2-5)   c. Peter’s questions Jesus washing response Jesus being clean  (6-11) d. Feet washing explained to bring spiritual cleansing (12-15)

Truth is knowing our heavenly relationship, being chosen and acceptance meaning (John 13:16-20) a. Servants and messengers are to recognize their position (16-17) b. Jesus tells that one sharing meal will betray Him (18)   c. Jesus tells of coming betrayal allowing for belief and acceptance of the “I am” (19-20)

Betrayal is identified with Jesus telling him to do it quickly (John 13:21-30) a. Jesus tells that one of the disciples will betray Him (21) b. Disciples question identity of betrayer (22-25) c. Jesus gives bread to Judas and Satan enters him (26-27) d. Jesus instructs Judas to do his betrayal quickly as Judas goes out into the night (28-30)

Divisions (Main Blocks of Thought)

Division	Scripture
Love is poured out as Jesus displays example by washing disciples feet	John 13:1-15
Truth is knowing our heavenly relationship, being chosen and acceptance meaning	John 13:16-20
Betrayal is identified with Jesus telling him to do it quickly	John 13:21-30

Subject Sentence (Summarizes the contents of the Divisions – No more than 10 words)

Servant Jesus washes feet, tells of acceptance and identifying betrayer.

Aim (Main Teaching Point of the Passage)

CTATL a servant of Jesus reflects the master sharing the washing made possible through Jesus.

Specific Application Questions

1.	In what ways do you demonstrate God’s love?  Is there something you need to do to further humility?
2.	How is your message reflective of the master? What needs to change?
3.	Is there a part of your life that betrays the love of Jesus?
4.

Principles to Remember

1.	Cleansing comes through Jesus
2.	Belief requires acceptance of God’s truth
3.	God knows the condition of our heart
4.

Characteristic of God

God loves His own

Theme: 

Jesus demonstrates humility while winnowing disciple’s faith

Gospel of John - John 12

Homiletics                                             Study of John

Lesson     16                                         Passage: John 12

Content (List of Topics or Events)

Mary’s extravagant love poured out on Jesus   (John 12:1-11) a. Before Passover dinner given in Jesus’ honor  (1-2) b. Mary pours out nard and perfume on Jesus (3)   c. Judas “poor” argument against use of perfume (4-8) d. Crowds come see Jesus and resurrected Lazarus; some plot to kill and many believe (9-11)

Crowd raises hosannas and word spreads as Jesus enters Jerusalem; many desire to see Him. (John 12:12-22) a. Palm branches and hosanna’s raised with Jesus entry (12-13) b. Jesus rides in on donkey fulfilling scripture (14-16)   c. Crowd continues to spread word of Jesus (17-18)   d. Pharisees realize that they are not getting anywhere with world following Jesus (19) e. Greeks desire to see Jesus (20-22)

Jesus declares His hour has come; only limited opportunity while light is with us (John 12:23-36) a. Jesus declares hour has come for Jesus to be glorified (23-25) b. Father honors those serving Jesus (26-28) c. Voice from heaven declare now as time of judgment and Jesus death (29-33) d. Light only with us for short time; darkness will overtake (34-36)

Jesus describes belief and judgment (John 12:37-50) a. Belief described in Isaiah (37-41) b. Many leaders believed and did not acknowledge faith (42-43) c. Belief extends to the one who sent Jesus (44-46) d. Eternal judgment comes to those who do not heed Jesus words (47-50)

Divisions (Main Blocks of Thought)

Division	Scripture
Mary’s extravagant love poured out on Jesus	John 12:1-11
Crowd raises hosannas and word spreads as Jesus enters Jerusalem; many desire to see Him.	John 12:12-22
Jesus declares His hour has come; only limited opportunity while light is with us	John 12:23-36
Jesus describes belief and judgment	John 12:37-50

Subject Sentence (Summarizes the contents of the Divisions – No more than 10 words)

Faith in Jesus demonstrated through anointing, entry and belief.

Aim (Main Teaching Point of the Passage)

CTATL belief in Jesus reflects in extravagant expressions of faith.

Specific Application Questions

1.	How do you extravagantly express your faith?
2.	Where should you give to Jesus your hosanna?
3.	What do you need to do while there is still light?  What priorities need to change?
4.	How do you recognize the Heavenly Father for the work of Jesus?

Principles to Remember

1.	Extravagant love is what Jesus desires
2.	Recognition of Jesus brings Praise
3.	Light is here for a little while
4.	Belief requires keeping Jesus words

Characteristic of God

Worthy of glory, belief and worship.

Theme: 

Belief in Jesus means to accept His word and to take action while there is light.

Gospel of John - John 11

Homiletics                                             Study of John

Lesson     15                                         Passage: John 11

Content (List of Topics or Events)

Lazarus sickness and death reported to Jesus  (John 11:1-16) a. Lazarus sisters minister to his sickness and send word to Jesus (1-3) b. Jesus declares that sickness will not end in death and decides to return to Judea  (4-10)   c. Jesus is told that Lazarus has fallen asleep and is dead (11-16)

Jesus arrives, showing compassion, raising Lazarus demonstrating a reason for belief (John 11:17-44) a. Jesus arrival finds Lazarus in tomb 4 days (17-19) b. Martha’s faith in Messiah pronounced (20-27)   c. Martha tells Mary of Teacher’s arrival and she goes quickly to Jesus (28-32a)   d. Weeping Mary tells of Lazarus death causing Jesus to weep (32b-37) e. Jesus prays to Father to raise Lazarus for people’s belief (38-44)

Reactions to what Jesus had done (John 11:45-57) a. Some Jews believe while others tell Pharisees and Chief Priests (45-47) b. Sanhedrin meet with expressions concern of Jesus’ impact (48-50) c. High Priest prophesied that Jesus would die for Jewish nation to make them one (51-53) d. Jesus withdraws while Jewish leaders look to arrest Jesus (54-57)

Divisions (Main Blocks of Thought)

Division	Scripture
Lazarus sickness and death reported to Jesus	John 11:1-16
Jesus arrives, showing compassion, raising Lazarus demonstrating a reason for belief	John 11:17-44
Reactions to what Jesus had done	John 11:45-57

Subject Sentence (Summarizes the contents of the Divisions – No more than 10 words)

Jesus demonstrates compassion raising Lazarus bringing belief and leadership consternation.

Aim (Main Teaching Point of the Passage)

CTATL that compassionate Jesus acts in our life so that grace is seen and belief results.

Specific Application Questions

1.	In what ways are you connected to Jesus so that you can tell Him about your life concerns? How is this connection meaningful?
2.	Is your believe demonstrated visibly and, if so, how is this shown?  What life experiences bring you to tears, and how do you share that with your Heavenly Father?
3.	What reactions do you have to Jesus compassion in your life? Is there something that needs to change?

Principles to Remember

1.	Timing is important to Jesus work.
2.	Jesus is our compassionate friend.
3.	A decision of belief is required as a response to what Jesus has done.

Characteristic of God

Compassionate Lord

Theme: 

Jesus acts bringing life; the response shows the heart.