John 15:21
But they will treat you like this because of My name, since they do not know the One who sent Me.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of John 15:21?

2. How does John 15:21 encourage us to endure persecution for Christ's name?

3. Why does the world persecute believers according to John 15:21?

4. How can we prepare for persecution as described in John 15:21?

5. What other scriptures emphasize suffering for Christ's name like John 15:21?

6. How can John 15:21 strengthen your faith during trials and opposition?

7. Why does John 15:21 emphasize persecution for Jesus' name's sake?

8. How does John 15:21 relate to the concept of Christian suffering?

9. What historical context explains the persecution mentioned in John 15:21?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 15?

11. Do you truly love me more than these?

12. Who will betray me as foretold in scripture?

13. What does 'God of all comfort' mean?

14. What did Jesus mean by 'Feed My Sheep'?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding the reason for persecution (as stated in John 15:21) change your perspective on facing trials for your faith?

2. In what ways can you deepen your knowledge of God to better withstand opposition from the world?

3. Reflect on a time when you faced opposition for your faith. How did you respond, and what can you learn from that experience in light of this verse?

4. How can the examples of the apostles in Acts and the teachings of Peter and Paul encourage you in your current walk with Christ?

5. What practical steps can you take to support fellow believers who are experiencing persecution for their faith?1. What does the analogy of the vine and branches reveal about our relationship with Jesus and the Father?

2. What does it mean to abide in Christ's love, and how can this be applied to your life?

3. How does Jesus' commandment to love one another challenge or affirm your current approach to love?

4. How can you prepare and respond to persecution for your faith, as described by Jesus in this chapter?

5. How does the promise of the Holy Spirit provide comfort and encouragement for your spiritual journey?

6. What does it mean to bear fruit in your personal and spiritual life?

7. How can the understanding of Jesus' and the Father's love influence your relationship with others?

8. What does it mean to lay down one's life for one's friends in the current societal context?

9. How does Jesus' reassurance about facing persecution fortify your faith?

10. How does this chapter inform your understanding of the interconnectedness between love, obedience, and abiding in Christ?

11. How do Jesus' words in this chapter challenge your understanding and experience of Christian love?

12. How can the promise of the Holy Spirit empower you to witness for Christ?

13. In what ways does the world's hatred for Jesus manifest today, and how can you respond to it?

14. How does the teaching of 'abiding in Jesus to bear fruit' shape your spiritual practices and priorities?

15. How do you interpret the world's hatred as described by Jesus in your personal experiences?

16. How can the promise of the Holy Spirit equip you to bear witness for Christ in your daily life?

17. What does it mean to be a friend of Jesus as described in this chapter?

18. How does this chapter deepen your understanding of the cost of discipleship?

19. How can Jesus' teachings in this chapter guide you in dealing with hostility or rejection due to your faith?

20. What does Jesus' statement that His disciples are not of the world mean to you, and how does it shape your worldview and behavior?

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