November 26, 2017

John 5:1-18

Sunday Sermons

We’ve all heard the phrase “God helps those who help themselves.” But in John 5:1-18 Pastor Jim shows us how the great news of the Gospel is that God helps those who cannot help themselves. In the passage, Jesus came upon a man who had been sick for 38 years. Frustrated by his circumstance and failed by everyone who claimed to love him, this man had run out of options. His condition was actually far more hopeless than he actually realized. But on the day Jesus called him out, everything would be different.

Speaker

Jim Thomas

Series

The Gospel of John

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Scripture

John 5:1-18

Topics
Calling & Vocation Growth & Discipleship

Discussion Questions

  1. Read the passage together: Before today’s sermon, what did you already know or believe about this passage? Did anything in your understanding shift after hearing the message?
  2. Challenge and Reflection: Was there a part of today’s message that was particularly challenging or surprising for you? Why?
  3. Unpacking the Message: Pick a quote from today’s sermon notes. Discuss what it means to you.
  4. Personal Impact: What’s one specific way you feel called to change or grow after hearing this message?
  5. Practical Application: What’s one step you can take this week to put today’s message into practice?
  6. Connecting Scripture: Are there other Bible passages or stories this message reminds you of? How do they expand or confirm this teaching?
  7. Gratitude: What aspect of God’s character stood out to you in today’s message? How does it inspire praise or gratitude?
  8. Pray the Scripture: After hearing the message, is there a specific area where you feel led to pray? How can we pray for one another in light of today’s teaching?