Jesus and the Road Ahead
Persecution is a promise from Jesus. Like a good coach, Jesus prepares his disciples for the road ahead. As they love others, the world will hate them. As they look like Christ, the world will cancel them. Yet, Jesus is not concerned. He is calm and confident because he knows that his words and the Spirit of God will give his disciples comfort and courage. As we cling to Christ, we can have confidence in a culture bent against Christ.
Discussion Questions
What was the main thing God taught you from John 16 and the message? How does that impact the way to see God?
In what ways have you been directly or indirectly persecuted because of your connection to Christ?
Do you find yourself wanting to fight culture or fearful of culture? How does the Spirit's role help you walk in faith and not in fear or fighting?
Jesus says 16 times in this passage, "I have said," showing how much he desires us to listen to him. In what ways are you listening to the world? In what ways are you listening to Jesus in his word?
What is one way you plan to live of God'sGod's word this week?