John 2:17
His disciples remembered that it is written: "Zeal for Your house will consume Me."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of John 2:17?

2. How does "zeal for Your house" inspire our commitment to church involvement today?

3. What does John 2:17 reveal about Jesus' passion for God's holiness?

4. How can we cultivate a similar zeal for God's work in our lives?

5. In what ways does Psalm 69:9 connect with John 2:17's message?

6. How should John 2:17 influence our attitude towards worship and church activities?

7. What does "zeal for Your house will consume Me" mean in John 2:17?

8. How does John 2:17 relate to Jesus' actions in the temple?

9. Why is zeal important in the context of John 2:17?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 2?

11. Will zeal for your house consume me?

12. What does being zealous for God mean?

13. Psalm 69 is frequently seen as messianic—what evidence exists that the text was originally about Jesus rather than solely about the psalmist’s circumstances?

14. Will zeal for your house consume me?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Jesus' zeal for the temple challenge your own attitude towards worship and reverence for God?

2. In what ways can you demonstrate a similar zeal for God's house in your personal life and community?

3. How does understanding Jesus' fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy strengthen your faith in Him as the Messiah?

4. What areas of your life might need "cleansing" to better reflect the holiness of God?

5. How can the church today ensure that its worship and practices align with the reverence and purity that Jesus exemplified?1. How does Jesus' first miracle at Cana enhance your understanding of His divine nature?

2. In what ways does Jesus' zeal for His Father's house challenge your approach to worship?

3. How does Jesus' prediction of His resurrection broaden your understanding of His mission?

4. How can you apply the principle of honoring God's house in your own life and community?

5. What can you learn from Mary's faith and her instruction to the servants: "Do whatever He tells you"?

6. How does Jesus' handling of the temple's desecration inform your perspective on justice and righteousness?

7. What does the transformation of water into wine signify about Jesus' power and His grace?

8. How does the Jews' demand for a sign reflect human attitudes towards faith and proof?

9. How can Jesus' respect for the sanctity of worship spaces influence our behavior in places of worship?

10. How does Jesus' first miracle demonstrate His sensitivity to human needs and celebrations?

11. How can we demonstrate zeal for God's house in our daily lives?

12. How does the disciples' belief following the miracle at Cana encourage your personal faith journey?

13. What is the significance of Jesus referring to His body as the temple?

14. How does the reaction of the Jewish leaders to Jesus' actions and words reveal about their understanding of God?

15. How does Jesus' control over the physical elements in His miracle reflect His divine authority?

16. In what ways does Jesus' cleansing of the temple demonstrate His authority over religious practices?

17. What lessons can you take from the disciples' post-resurrection understanding of Jesus' words?

18. How does Jesus' first sign/miracle encourage you to trust Him in situations of scarcity or need?

19. How does Jesus' prophetic insight about the human heart (verses 24-25) influence your understanding of His omniscience?

20. In your life, how can you bear witness to Jesus' transformative power, as seen in the miracle at Cana?

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