Many people picture Jesus as a kind and gentle preacher who just loved and accepted everyone. This story abruptly upends that simplistic and unhistorical picture and exhibits a Godman of passion and even ferocity. What happened to sweet, gentle Jesus? This story matters today and to find out why, join us for “Wrong Impressions,” part of The Gospel According to John Series.
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MESSAGE STUDY NOTES (also as PDF download above)
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WARM UP
Who is someone you later changed your mind about? Why?
READ
John 2:13-25; I Timothy 6:10; II Timothy 3:1-2, 5; II Peter 2:1, 3
KEY INSIGHTS
1. Relationship is #1
2. Beware cultural Christianity
3. Jesus is exclusive
QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION
1. “Jesus was just loving.” Based on the story this week, how would you respond to someone who said this?
2. What does this story tell you about Jesus’ priorities?
APPLICATION
Why do you think Jesus was willing to “cause a scene” and should that be applied to us today?
FOR MENTORING
How would you prepare a newer Christian to “beware cultural Christianity?”
