John 3:14
Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the wilderness, so the Son of Man must be lifted up,
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of John 3:14?

2. How does John 3:14 foreshadow Jesus' crucifixion and its significance for believers?

3. What Old Testament event is referenced in John 3:14, and why is it important?

4. How can understanding John 3:14 deepen our appreciation for Jesus' sacrifice?

5. In what ways can we "lift up" Jesus in our daily lives?

6. How does John 3:14 connect to the concept of salvation through faith?

7. What does "just as Moses lifted up the snake" symbolize in John 3:14?

8. How does John 3:14 connect to the concept of salvation in Christianity?

9. Why is the comparison to Moses' serpent significant in John 3:14?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 3?

11. John 3:14–15 references Moses lifting up the serpent; is there archeological or historical evidence to verify this event and its connection to Jesus?

12. What is the biblical perspective on snakes?

13. What does the Bible say about handling snakes?

14. What does "Son of Man lifted up" mean?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the event of the bronze serpent in Numbers 21 help us understand the significance of Jesus being "lifted up" on the cross?

2. In what ways does the title "Son of Man" enhance our understanding of Jesus' mission and identity in John 3:14?

3. How can we apply the principle of looking to Jesus in faith in our daily struggles and challenges?

4. What does the universality of the snake bites in the wilderness teach us about the nature of sin and the need for a Savior?

5. How can we live out the reality of the cross in our interactions with others, especially those who do not yet know Christ?1. How does Jesus' dialogue with Nicodemus challenge your understanding of spiritual birth and kingdom citizenship?

2. What does God's sacrificial love, as expressed in John 3:16, mean to you personally?

3. How do Jesus' words about light and darkness affect your perception of good and evil?

4. How does John the Baptist's testimony about Jesus strengthen your faith?

5. In what ways does the concept of spiritual rebirth influence your approach to spiritual growth and transformation?

6. How does the assurance that Jesus came not to condemn but to save the world provide comfort and hope?

7. What lessons can you learn from Nicodemus's curiosity and his approach to Jesus?

8. How can you apply the analogy of the wind in understanding the work of the Holy Spirit?

9. What does the final testimony of John the Baptist teach about humility and recognizing the roles God assigns us?

10. How does the analogy of the bronze serpent relate to Jesus' crucifixion and our salvation?

11. What does it mean to come to the light, and how can this be applied in your daily life?

12. How can the image of God giving His only Son impact your understanding of sacrifice in your faith?

13. How does John the Baptist's joy at Jesus' arrival inspire your own attitude towards God's work?

14. How can you cultivate a heart that loves light more than darkness?

15. How does John's assertion that "He must increase, but I must decrease" apply to your own life?

16. How can understanding Jesus as the giver of eternal life influence your outlook on mortality and the afterlife?

17. How does the notion of God's wrath towards those who reject the Son make you feel?

18. How can you actively demonstrate your belief in the Son and thereby affirm your receipt of eternal life?

19. How can you help others understand the concept of being "born again" in the context of present-day living?

20. How does John 3:16 inform your approach to evangelism, and how can you share this message with others in your life?

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