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Reaction in the Face of Death (John 11:1-37)

Pastor Jeremy R McCandless Season 13 Episode 22
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Reaction in the Face of Death (John 11:1-37) - Study Notes

Introduction: Personal Experiences and Challenges.

Biblical Passage: John 11:1-37

Context:

  • Hostility towards Jesus had been growing, leading Him to withdraw beyond Jordan.
  • John 10:40-41: Jesus retreats to where John baptized Him due to increasing antagonism.

Key Lessons and Themes

  • God’s Timing and Purpose:
    • Jesus’ delay is intentional, to fulfil God’s purpose and glorify Him.
    • God’s apparent delays are part of His perfect timing and greater plan, even when it’s hard to understand.
  • Faith in the Face of Death:
    • The importance of maintaining faith despite circumstances and delays.
    • Jesus’ actions are motivated by love and a desire to grow His followers’ faith.
  • Handling Negativity:
    • The impact of surrounding oneself with negative influences.
    • Encouragement to stay focused on faith and trust in God’s plan, avoiding being dragged down by pessimism.

Conversation with Martha (John 11:17-27)

Key Points:

  • Verses 17-20:
    • Lazarus has been dead for four days.
    • Many Jews have come to comfort Mary and Martha.
    • Martha goes to meet Jesus, expressing her faith despite her grief.
  • Verses 21-27:
    • Martha’s statement of regret but also of faith in Jesus’ power.
    • Jesus’ declaration: “I am the resurrection and the life.”
    • Martha’s affirmation of belief in Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of God.

Themes:

  • Jesus as the Resurrection and Life:
    • Present reality, not just a future hope.
    • Eternal life through belief in Jesus.
  • Affirmation of Faith:
    • Martha’s declaration reflects the purpose of John’s Gospel: to believe in Jesus as the Messiah and have life in His name.

Conversation with Mary (John 11:28-37)

Key Points:

  • Verses 28-32:
    • Mary goes to Jesus, expressing similar sentiments to Martha.
    • Deep emotional response from Mary and the Jews mourning with her.
  • Verses 33-37:
    • Jesus is deeply moved and troubled by their sorrow.
    • Jesus weeps, showing His compassion and humanity.
    • Mixed reactions from the onlookers, questioning Jesus’ power and timing.

Themes:

  • Jesus’ Empathy and Compassion:
    • Jesus shares in human sorrow, deeply moved by grief.
    • The shortest verse, “Jesus wept,” highlights His genuine emotional response.
  • Mixed Reactions to Jesus’ Actions:
    • Demonstrates the varying levels of understanding and belief among the people.
    • Sets the stage for the upcoming mira

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