◄ John 21:15 ►
When they had finished eating, Jesus asked Simon Peter, "Simon son of John, do you love Me more than these?" "Yes, Lord," he answered, "You know I love You." Jesus replied, "Feed My lambs." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of John 21:15? 2. How does Jesus' question to Peter in John 21:15 challenge our love for Him? 3. What does "feed My lambs" in John 21:15 imply about Christian responsibility? 4. How can Peter's restoration in John 21:15 inspire personal spiritual renewal? 5. Connect John 21:15 with Matthew 22:37-39 on loving God and others. 6. How can you actively "feed" others spiritually in your daily life? 7. Why does Jesus ask Peter three times if he loves Him in John 21:15? 8. What is the significance of Jesus calling Peter "Simon, son of John" in John 21:15? 9. How does John 21:15 relate to Peter's earlier denial of Jesus? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 21? 11. What did Jesus mean by "Feed My Sheep"? 12. What is phileo love? 13. John 21:15–17 – Why does Jesus repeat his question to Peter three times, and does this contradict or overlap inconsistently with Peter’s declarations in earlier chapters? 14. Do you truly love me more than these? Discussion Questions 1. How does Jesus' interaction with Peter in John 21:15 demonstrate the concept of grace and restoration? Reflect on a time when you experienced restoration in your own life. 2. In what ways does Peter's response to Jesus' question challenge us to evaluate our own love for Christ? How can we express this love in our daily actions? 3. How does the command to "feed My lambs" apply to your current role in your community or church? What practical steps can you take to fulfill this calling? 4. Consider the connection between Peter's denial and his restoration. How does this account encourage you to respond to personal failures or shortcomings? 5. Reflect on the importance of public affirmation of faith as seen in Peter's response. How can you be more intentional in sharing your faith with others? John 21 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the miraculous catch of fish illustrate Jesus' power and the disciples' dependency on Him? 2. What does Jesus' preparation of breakfast for His disciples say about His care for them? 3. How does Peter's threefold confession mirror his earlier threefold denial? 4. In what ways do you see Jesus' grace towards Peter in this chapter, and how does it resonate with your personal experiences? 5. How do you understand Jesus' instructions to Peter: "Feed my lambs," "Take care of my sheep," and "Feed my sheep"? 6. What does Jesus' prediction of Peter's death signify about the cost of discipleship? 7. Why do you think Jesus mentioned the fate of John, and how did it cause a misunderstanding among the disciples? 8. How does this chapter emphasize the continuity of Jesus' work and the role of His disciples? 9. How does the final statement about the vastness of Jesus' works impact your perception of Him? 10. How can you apply the lessons from Peter's restoration to situations of failure or betrayal in your own life? 11. How can you relate to the disciples' initial lack of recognition of Jesus in your spiritual journey? 12. What does it mean to you to feed and take care of Jesus' sheep in today's context? 13. What lessons can you learn from Jesus' interaction with Peter about dealing with guilt and restoration? 14. How does the concept of discipleship in this chapter apply to your daily life? 15. In what ways do you feel called to serve others as a result of your love for Christ, as Peter was called? 16. How does the recurring theme of love in this chapter speak to you? 17. In what ways can you identify with Peter's journey from denial to restoration? 18. How do you perceive the mystery surrounding John's fate, and what does it tell us about focusing on our individual callings? 19. How can you carry the message of Jesus' continuous work to those around you? 20. In reflecting on the Gospel of John as a whole, how has your understanding of Jesus and His mission changed or deepened? Links John 21:15 NIV John 21:15 NLT John 21:15 ESV John 21:15 NASB John 21:15 KJV John 21:15 Commentaries Bible Hub