THE MOCKING VOICE

(John 8:48-59)

I. THEY MOCK HIS __________________________

II. THEY MOCK HIS ___________________________

III. THEY MOCK HIS ___________________________

THE MOCKING VOICE

John 8:48-59

Discussion Questions

1. Why is it important for believers to remember all that they have been delivered from? Why do some people resist this?

2. Why is it important for unbelievers to admit the depth of what they need to be delivered from?

3. Explain the three ways in which the religious leaders mock Jesus.

4. What words would sum up the mocking voice of the religious leaders?

5. How does Jesus respond to the mocking voice? What do you learn about his character?

6. How does Jesus rebuke the Pharisees?

7. Why is John 8:58 such an important part of Jesus’ dialogue with the Pharisees?

8. How do they respond do Jesus’ royal affirmation in John 8:58? What does their response tell you about their hearts?

9. How does their response shed light on any negative response you receive after sharing the gospel?

10. How is the heart of the Pharisee a prototype for the hearts of all unbelievers?

11. What is your response to the Savior today?

12. How would you share the gospel with someone who has the qualities of a Pharisee? How does Jesus’ example encourage you?