The apostle John came from apparently comfortable circumstances in Galilee, where he and his brother James left their home and fishing trade to follow a man named Jesus. More than sixty years later John, the Beloved of the Lord, recorded his testimony of the divinity of the Savior. His gospel stands apart in literature as a careful and passionate witness of the Son of God. In stating his reasons for writing, John explained, "And many other signs truly did Jesus in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book: But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name" (John 20:30-31).
John's Gospel carries a unique focus on the words "believe," and "life." It was written for Church members, those who already believe. John bears a tender and intimate witness of the Lord Jesus Christ, that we might know Him and gain Eternal life through faith in His sacrifice; that "when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is." (1 John 3:2). John invites us to leave behind the things that bind us to this world, as he once left his fishing nets on the shore of Galilee, and to follow the Son of God as sheep follow their shepherd.

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Sunday, October 31, 2010

John 12-13


John 12-13 Study Guide – to be discussed November 4
Day 1: Read John 12:1-11 (with footnotes 6b, 7a)
1. How did Mary show love and gratitude for the Savior? Was there sacrifice involved?




2. Why did Judas raise an objection to Mary’s offering? How did Jesus answer his objection? (See footnote 7a.)



3. Why did the chief priests conspire against Lazarus?



Day 2: Read John 12:12-19, Luke 19:29-44, Zechariah 9:9, Bible Dictionary entry, “Hosanna”
[NOTE: All four Gospel writers record Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem. See also Matthew 21:1-11 and Mark 11:1-10.]
4. List details from Luke 19:19-44 not included in John’s record of the Lord’s triumphal entry.




5. Read the Bible Dictionary entry, “Hosanna.” What does “hosanna” mean and why did the people greet Jesus using this word?



6. How did Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem fulfill the prophecy in Zecharaiah 9:9? From John 12:18, why were so many people there? What kind of triumph did they anticipate?




BONUS: If Passover began on a Friday night, on what day of the week was the triumphal entry?


Day 3: Read John 12:20-36
7. How was the doctrine Christ taught in John 12:24-26 designed to prepare his listeners? How might it prepare us today?




8. What did Jesus say directly before the Father’s witness? Did the congregation hear and understand that witness?





9. In John 12:31-32, who will be judged? Who is the prince of this world? How would Jesus be “lifted up”?



Day 4: Read John 12:37-50, Isaiah 53:1-6
10. Why did so many still fail to recognize Jesus as the Christ?



11. Why didn’t many of the believing chief rulers confess Christ?



12. Why did Christ come into this world?



Day 5: Read John 13:1-11, JST John 13:8-10, D&C 88:139-141 (For background, read Luke 22:24-30.)
13. List three things Jesus knew, as recorded in John 13:1-3.



14. Why did Jesus want to wash the disciples’ feet? (See also D&C 88:139-141.) Why did Peter initially refuse?



15. Read JST John 13:8-10 (p. 808 in Bible Appendix). How does this new translation add to your understanding of the Lord’s answer to Peter?



Day 6: Read John 13:12-21 (with footnote 19a), D&C 39:5-6, D&C 84:35-39, Psalm 41:9
16. What kinds of actions did Jesus suggest would help his disciples be happy?



17. Read D&C 39:5-6 and D&C 84:35-39. What does it mean to “receive” God’s servants (John 13:20)?



18. Read Psalm 41:9 with John 13:18 and 21. Why was Jesus troubled?



Day 7: Read John 13:22-38, Luke 22:31-33
19. Was it too late for Judas to repent and turn away from his betrayal? Why or why not?



20. How did Jesus prepare his disciples to endure his death and to lead the church in his absence?



21. Read Luke 22:31-33. List additional details regarding Peter’s exchange with Christ from Luke’s account. Do you think Peter was sincere in his offer to die for his Lord?
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