◄ John 8:19 ►
"Where is Your Father?" they asked Him. "You do not know Me or My Father," Jesus answered. "If you knew Me, you would know My Father as well." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of John 8:19? 2. How does John 8:19 reveal the importance of knowing Jesus to know God? 3. What does Jesus' response in John 8:19 teach about His divine authority? 4. How can John 8:19 deepen our understanding of the Father-Son relationship? 5. How does John 8:19 connect with John 14:6 about knowing the Father? 6. How can we apply John 8:19 to strengthen our personal relationship with God? 7. How does John 8:19 challenge our understanding of Jesus' relationship with the Father? 8. Why did the Pharisees fail to recognize Jesus' divine identity in John 8:19? 9. What does John 8:19 reveal about the nature of spiritual blindness? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 8? 11. What are the names of Jesus Christ? 12. 1 Corinthians 2:8: How do we reconcile Paul’s claim that rulers didn’t recognize the Lord of glory with historical accounts of Jesus’ public ministry and claims? 13. John 8:14-18: How do Jesus's statements about His testimony reconcile with other biblical passages that require two or more witnesses? 14. In the Gospel of John, what did Jesus say about bearing his own witness in John 5:31 and John 8:14? Discussion Questions 1. How does Jesus' response to the Pharisees challenge their understanding of God? Reflect on how this might apply to modern religious practices. 2. In what ways can we deepen our relationship with Jesus to better know the Father? Consider practical steps you can take in your daily life. 3. How does the unity between Jesus and the Father influence your understanding of the Trinity? Discuss how this understanding impacts your faith. 4. Reflect on a time when you might have been spiritually blind to God's work in your life. How can you remain open to recognizing Jesus' presence today? 5. How can you use the truth of Jesus' relationship with the Father to share the Gospel with others? Identify specific opportunities or conversations where this might be relevant. John 8 Bible Study Questions 1. Reflect on the story of the adulterous woman. How does this scene inform your understanding of Jesus' approach to sin and judgment? 2. How do you interpret Jesus' statement, "Let any one of you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her" in the context of our modern world? 3. In what ways can Jesus' declaration as the "Light of the World" inspire you in your daily life? 4. How can the Jews' misunderstanding of Jesus' teachings on His origin and destiny be seen in today's world? 5. What does Jesus' statement "the truth will set you free" mean to you personally? 6. How does Jesus differentiate between physical and spiritual bondage in His dialogue with the Jews? How can this understanding influence your perspective on freedom? 7. In the debate about spiritual ancestry, Jesus says, "If you were Abraham's children, then you would do what Abraham did." How can this be applied in your personal spiritual journey? 8. How does Jesus confront the accusations of being demon-possessed? What can we learn from His reactions to false accusations? 9. What is the significance of Jesus using the term "I AM" when He refers to Himself? 10. What does Jesus’ claim to predate Abraham tell us about His identity? 11. Jesus endured strong rejection and hatred. How can His resilience inspire you when facing opposition in your own life? 12. What does it mean to truly be a disciple of Jesus according to John 8:31-32? 13. How does Jesus establish His authority in the face of the Pharisees’ doubts? 14. What lessons can you draw from the Pharisees' refusal to recognize Jesus as the Messiah? 15. How does the theme of forgiveness resonate throughout the chapter? 16. How does this chapter illuminate the difference between earthly and heavenly perspectives? 17. In what ways does Jesus challenge religious hypocrisy in this chapter? 18. How can the dialogue between Jesus and the Jews inform your understanding of truth and deception in a spiritual context? 19. How does Jesus' escape from stoning demonstrate divine protection and His control over His destiny? 20. Reflect on the entire chapter. What is one significant lesson that you can apply to your life today? Links John 8:19 NIV John 8:19 NLT John 8:19 ESV John 8:19 NASB John 8:19 KJV John 8:19 Commentaries Bible Hub