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They did not understand that He was telling them about the Father. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of John 8:27? 2. How can we better understand Jesus' identity as revealed in John 8:27? 3. Why did the people fail to recognize Jesus' divine nature in John 8:27? 4. How does John 8:27 connect with Jesus' statements in John 1:1-14? 5. What steps can we take to deepen our understanding of Jesus' teachings? 6. How can we apply Jesus' identity to our daily walk with Christ? 7. Why did they not understand that Jesus was speaking about the Father in John 8:27? 8. How does John 8:27 challenge our understanding of Jesus' relationship with God? 9. What historical context is necessary to fully grasp John 8:27? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 8? 11. What did Jesus mean by 'Before Abraham was, I am'? 12. Does He understand us? 13. In the Gospel of John, what did Jesus say about bearing his own witness in John 5:31 and John 8:14? 14. What is the Filioque Clause Controversy? Discussion Questions 1. How does Jesus' relationship with the Father challenge or affirm your understanding of God? 2. In what ways can we avoid the spiritual blindness exhibited by the Pharisees? 3. How does recognizing Jesus as the mediator between God and humanity impact your prayer life? 4. What steps can you take to ensure you are open to spiritual truths and not relying solely on human wisdom? 5. How can the Holy Spirit assist you in understanding and applying the teachings of Jesus in your daily life? 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 8:27 NIV John 8:27 NLT John 8:27 ESV John 8:27 NASB John 8:27 KJV John 8:27 Commentaries Bible Hub