Introduction:
The Two Most Amazing Things That Jesus Does (John 11:38-44):
- He Raises the Dead .
(John 5:25) - Truly, truly, I say to you, an hour is coming, and is now here, when the dead will hear the voice of the Son of God, and those who hear will live.
- He Partners with People.
1 Corinthians 3:6-9 - I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth. So neither he who plants nor he who waters is anything, but only God who gives the growth. He who plants and he who waters are one, and each will receive his wages according to his labor. For we are God’s fellow workers. You are God’s field, God’s building.
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Small Group Discussion
Read John 11:38-44
What was your big “take-away” from this passage / message?
How is Lazarus’ resurrection like an illustration of salvation?
Explain how we see a combination of Divine and human work in Jesus’ miracles. Why do you think Jesus chooses to work this way?
Read 1 Corinthians 3:6-9. How should “being God’s fellow workers” change the way we view working for Christ?
BONUS: Where do you think Lazarus was during those 4 days he was dead? Support your answer.
Breakout
What are some things we learn about praying from John 11:41-42? Incorporate these into your prayer time together.