John 12:12 NLT and John 12:14-19 NLT

I Believe in God, But I Don’t Want To Go
Overboard — Week 2

For Further Study

To use this resource, simply select one or two questions from each category below you think will help your group discussion.
Alternatively, you can use these questions and Scriptures in your own personal devotions during the week.

Open

How do people typically react when they meet a celebrity or famous athlete? Why do you think these are typical reactions?

Explore

Read John 12:12-19.
This passage details Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem where
a multitude of passionate people came to greet Him.

What had the crowd heard about Jesus? (12:12)
The news that Jesus was on the way--

How did the crowd greet Jesus when He arrived in Jerusalem?
(12:13)
Praise God! Kings entry

What title did the crowd give to Jesus? (12:13)
palm branches and praise

What prophetic event took place in this account? (12:14-15)
"Don't be afraid, people of Jerusalem.s Look, your King is coming, riding on a donkey's colt."s

What had been written about this event? (12:15)
"Don't be afraid, people of Jerusalem.sLook, your King is coming, riding on a donkey's colt."s

When did Jesus’ disciples realize the significance of these events?
(12:16)
after Jesus entered into his glory, they remembered what had happened and realized that these things had been written about him.

What did the crowd do when Jesus raised Lazarus? (12:17)
telling others

Why did many of the people go out to meet Jesus? (12:18)
had heard about this miraculous sign.

How did the Pharisees react to this event? (12:19)
There's nothing we can do

Reflect

What did you hear about Jesus that led you to seek Him?
Miracles—proved he was God. What he did to pay the price for sins. Forgiveness of sins

Why do you think Jesus should be the ruler in our lives?
He is God. Lord. He knows how this life should be lived. Incite. . Life makes sense. Any other way live just seams empty.

When is it difficult for you to allow Jesus to take His rightful place as King in your life?
When I am tired, tempted,

In what ways can we honor and worship Jesus as King?
Worship, lifestyle, obedience, tell others,

What are some practical ways we can earn the opportunity to discuss our relationship with Christ with others?
Be a friend, hang out with them, help them, talk about what they want to talk about.

Apply
How does your passion about Christ compare with the passion the crowds exhibited in this passage?
My passion is there but not as fervent.

What specific areas of your life can your surrender to Christ that will result in a stronger passion for Him?
I need to schedule more time for reading/study.