I Am the Resurrection and the Life

John 11:1-44

Key Verses 25-26

Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?”

1. Read verses 1-4. Who was sick and where was he from? (1)  What was the relationship between Jesus and three siblings? (2,5) What was the message the sisters send to Jesus? (3) How did Jesus respond to the news? (4) What outcome did Jesus envision from this sickness?  

2. Read verses 5-10.  How is Jesus’ love different from others? (5-6) How did Jesus’ disciples respond to Jesus’ words in verse 7? (8)  What does it mean by ‘twelve hours of daylight’, ‘day’, ‘night’ ‘walk’ and ‘stumble’? (9-10)

3. Read verses 11-16. How did Jesus view Lazarus’ death? (11) Why was he glad he was not with Lazarus? (15) What did Thomas say and what does it show about him? (16)

4. Read verses 17-24. What was the situation Jesus found when he arrived at Bethany? (17-19)  What does Martha’s greeting show about her disappointment and confidence? (21-22) How did Martha respond to Jesus’ word in verse 23? (24)

5. Read verses 25-26. What did Jesus reveal about himself? (25a) What happens to those who believe in Jesus? (25b-26a) How can we experience the resurrection and the life? (26b)

6. Read verses 27-44. How are the thoughts of Mary similar to those of the Jews? (32,37) Why was Jesus so troubled and why did he weep? (33) What did he say when he came to the tomb? (39,40) Why did he look up to the Father and pray? (41-42) In what respect was God’s glory revealed?