Introduction:
Three Things Jesus Accomplished on the Cross that Glorify God (John 12:27-36):
- The world was Judged . (John 12:31a)
Acts 17:31 - "because he has fixed a day on which he will judge the world in righteousness by a man whom he has appointed; and of this he has given assurance to all by raising him from the dead."
- Satan was Defeated . (John 12:31b)
- Salvation was Purchased . (John 12:32-33)
What Keeps People From Believing? (John 12:34-36):
- They think they already know all the Answers . (John 12:34)
- They are not aware of their Condition . (John 12:35b)
- They have no sense of Urgency . (John 12:36)
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Small Group Discussion
Read John 12:27-36
What was your big “take-away” from this passage / message?
Jesus said in John 12:31, “Now is the judgment of this world…” What exactly does that mean? How is the cross “judgment of this world”?
Let's get practical. Think of those you want to reach with the Gospel, and be specific on these answers:
How can you show someone that they don't understand God's Word like they think they do (John 12:34)?
How can you help someone see their true condition (John 12:35)?
How can you help someone have a sense of urgency (John 12:36)?
Breakout
Pray for someone, by name, that you know who needs to know Jesus. Pray for one another to have the opportunity to minister the Gospel to that person.