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Judas did not say this because he cared about the poor, but because he was a thief. As keeper of the money bag, he used to take from what was put into it. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of John 12:6? 2. How does Judas' behavior in John 12:6 warn against hypocrisy in our lives? 3. What does John 12:6 reveal about the dangers of unchecked greed? 4. How can we ensure our motives align with God's will, unlike Judas'? 5. Compare Judas' actions in John 12:6 with Proverbs 28:22. What insights emerge? 6. How can we guard our hearts against deceit, as seen in John 12:6? 7. Why did Judas Iscariot care about the money in John 12:6? 8. How does John 12:6 reflect Judas's character and intentions? 9. What does John 12:6 reveal about the nature of greed? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 12? 11. What motivated Judas to betray Jesus? 12. Who was Judas Iscariot in biblical history? 13. What is Judas's true role in Jesus's fate? 14. Why did Jesus select Judas Iscariot as a disciple? Discussion Questions 1. How does Judas's role as the keeper of the money bag highlight the importance of integrity in financial matters within the church? 2. In what ways can we guard our hearts against the love of money, as warned in 1 Timothy 6:10, and how does this relate to Judas's actions? 3. How can we ensure that our concern for the poor is genuine and not self-serving, as demonstrated by Judas's false pretense? 4. Reflect on a time when you had to examine your motives in serving others. What did you learn from that experience, and how can it apply to your current walk with Christ? 5. Considering the consequences of Judas's actions, what steps can we take to address and repent of sin in our lives before it leads to greater harm? John 12 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Mary's anointing of Jesus reflect her understanding of His impending death and her devotion to Him? 2. How does Judas' objection to Mary's act reveal his character and priorities? 3. What does the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem reveal about the crowd's expectations of Him? 4. How does Jesus' response to the Greeks wanting to see Him reflect His understanding of His mission? 5. How does the metaphor of the grain of wheat enhance your understanding of Jesus' death and its impact on humanity? 6. How does this chapter deepen your understanding of Jesus' attitude toward His impending death? 7. What insights do you gain from Jesus' call to hate life in this world in order to gain eternal life? 8. How does the voice from heaven during Jesus' discourse add to the divine confirmation of His mission? 9. How does the crowd's reaction to the voice from heaven reveal their spiritual understanding? 10. Despite witnessing many signs, why do you think the Jews did not believe in Jesus? 11. How does Jesus' proclamation in verses 44-50 clarify His mission of salvation and judgment? 12. How can Mary's act of anointing Jesus inspire your own expressions of love and devotion to Jesus? 13. How does Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem contrast with the humble nature of His mission? 14. How can Jesus' teachings on serving and following Him in this chapter shape your understanding of Christian discipleship? 15. What personal implications do you draw from Jesus' teaching about walking in the light? 16. How does Jesus' prediction of His death resonate with you in light of the knowledge of His resurrection? 17. How does Jesus' distinction between His words of salvation and judgment challenge common perceptions about His mission? 18. How does Jesus' comparison of His followers to grains of wheat inform your understanding of sacrifice and fruitfulness in the Christian life? 19. In what ways does this chapter encourage you to respond to Jesus' teachings and signs in faith? 20. Reflect on the entire chapter. How does this journey from Bethany to Jerusalem deepen your understanding of Jesus' love, sacrifice, and divine mission? Links John 12:6 NIV John 12:6 NLT John 12:6 ESV John 12:6 NASB John 12:6 KJV John 12:6 Commentaries Bible Hub