Apr 16
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Text: John 19:31-42 (read as group)
Notes: emmauscf.org/sermons
*Begin with sharing general thoughts about the Sermon/Sermon Text*
1. List and discuss some of the possible interpretations of Jesus having blood and water flow from His side after His death.
2. What evidences does John give to attest to the authenticity of Jesus’ death?
3. Why does John spend so much time and energy in explaining and discussing the death of Jesus?
Family Application: Discuss this week’s Catechism questions and share how to communicate these truths to your family.
Gospel Sharing Application: Share about ways in which you have been able to share, proclaim, display, or model the Gospel during this last week.
Suggested verse for meditation: “But one of the soldiers pierced his side with a spear, and at once there came out blood and water. He who saw it has borne witness—his testimony is true, and he knows that he is telling the truth—that you also may believe.”
John 19:34-35 ESV
http://bible.com/59/jhn.19.34-35.esv