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What Jewish feast is mentioned at the start of chapter 6?
What Jewish feast is mentioned at the start of chapter 6?
Passover
Who does Jesus ask 'Where can we buy enough food for them to eat?'
Who does Jesus ask 'Where can we buy enough food for them to eat?'
Philip
What is the significance of the loaves of bread being made out of barley?
What is the significance of the loaves of bread being made out of barley?
It represents the food of the poor
How many wicker baskets of bread fragments were collected after the people were done eating?
How many wicker baskets of bread fragments were collected after the people were done eating?
What does this story have in common with the sign at the wedding in Cana?
What does this story have in common with the sign at the wedding in Cana?
What does Jesus do after the followers row out 3 or 4 miles into the sea?
What does Jesus do after the followers row out 3 or 4 miles into the sea?
Why don't the followers take Jesus into the boat?
Why don't the followers take Jesus into the boat?
What city do Jesus and his followers go to?
What city do Jesus and his followers go to?
What does Jesus say when the crowd asks 'this bread always?'
What does Jesus say when the crowd asks 'this bread always?'
Finish the sentence: For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who sees the Son and believes him may have....?
Finish the sentence: For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who sees the Son and believes him may have....?
The crowd murmurs against Jesus and says 'Is this not Jesus, the son of...?' Who?
The crowd murmurs against Jesus and says 'Is this not Jesus, the son of...?' Who?
Jesus explains the bread that was given to the Israelites in the desert did not give them something. What is it?
Jesus explains the bread that was given to the Israelites in the desert did not give them something. What is it?
What is necessary for eternal life?
What is necessary for eternal life?
At verse 63, Jesus says the spirit gives life, while this is of no avail. What is it?
At verse 63, Jesus says the spirit gives life, while this is of no avail. What is it?
Because of Jesus' preaching on the need to eat his flesh and drink his blood, what do many of his disciples do?
Because of Jesus' preaching on the need to eat his flesh and drink his blood, what do many of his disciples do?
When Jesus asks the twelve if they want to leave, who speaks and what does he say?
When Jesus asks the twelve if they want to leave, who speaks and what does he say?
Which Jewish feast begins chapter 7?
Which Jewish feast begins chapter 7?
What reason does Jesus give for not going up to the feast?
What reason does Jesus give for not going up to the feast?
With whom does Jesus go up to the feast?
With whom does Jesus go up to the feast?
How does Jesus respond to the question 'How does he know scripture without having studied?'
How does Jesus respond to the question 'How does he know scripture without having studied?'
Jesus asks the crowd, 'Why are you trying to kill me?' What is their response?
Jesus asks the crowd, 'Why are you trying to kill me?' What is their response?
What is the reason that the people don't arrest Jesus?
What is the reason that the people don't arrest Jesus?
What is meant by the line 'Surely he is not going to the dispersion among the Greeks to teach the Greeks, is he?'
What is meant by the line 'Surely he is not going to the dispersion among the Greeks to teach the Greeks, is he?'
Why was there no spirit yet?
Why was there no spirit yet?
Within the crowd, there is a debate on where the Messiah comes from. These people question Jesus as Messiah for what reasons?
Within the crowd, there is a debate on where the Messiah comes from. These people question Jesus as Messiah for what reasons?
Who defends Jesus to the Pharisees?
Who defends Jesus to the Pharisees?
Where does Jesus go to at the beginning of chapter 8?
Where does Jesus go to at the beginning of chapter 8?
Why isn't the woman stoned to death for adultery?
Why isn't the woman stoned to death for adultery?
Who else testifies for Jesus?
Who else testifies for Jesus?
What does Jesus state at verse 24 and what does it mean?
What does Jesus state at verse 24 and what does it mean?
What is Jesus foreshadowing at verse 28?
What is Jesus foreshadowing at verse 28?
Who are the people descendants from?
Who are the people descendants from?
Who does Jesus say the enemy of his father is?
Who does Jesus say the enemy of his father is?
Jesus' enemies accuse him of two things, what are they?
Jesus' enemies accuse him of two things, what are they?
What is Jesus' response to his critics who contend that he is too young to have known Abraham? Why does his response make them want to stone him?
What is Jesus' response to his critics who contend that he is too young to have known Abraham? Why does his response make them want to stone him?
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Study Notes
Chapter 6 Highlights
- Passover is the significant Jewish feast at the start of this chapter.
- Philip is questioned by Jesus regarding where to buy food for the crowd.
- Barley loaves symbolize food for the poor, linking to socioeconomic themes.
- A total of 12 baskets of bread fragments are collected after feeding the multitude.
- The miracle shares common themes with wedding at Cana, showcasing Jesus' divine authority and power-sharing.
- After followers row out, Jesus walks on water to join them.
- The destination after walking on water is Capernaum.
- Jesus speaks of bread, stating that true bread from God gives life.
Chapter 6 Key Teachings
- Jesus asserts that those who believe in Him will receive eternal life.
- The crowd questions His origins, stating, "Is this not Jesus, the son of Joseph?"
- Jesus clarifies that the manna given in the desert represents a lesser provision than the bread of eternal life.
- Eternal life also requires resurrection on the last day, emphasizing the spiritual dimension of faith.
- Jesus teaches that the spirit gives life, while the flesh is of no avail.
- Many disciples leave after grappling with Jesus' demand to eat His flesh and drink His blood.
- Simon Peter expresses loyalty, stating, "Master, to whom shall we go?"
Chapter 7 Insights
- The Feast of Tabernacles initiates this chapter, contextualizing Jesus’ teaching environment.
- Jesus withholds His attendance at the feast, stating His time has not come.
- He goes to the festival alone, indicating His distinct mission.
- When questioned about His understanding of scripture, Jesus claims His teaching comes from the one who sent Him.
Reactions and Controversies
- The crowd reacts to Jesus' claim of being pursued, accusing Him of being possessed.
- Divine timing plays a crucial role, as Jesus is not arrested because “His hour had not yet come.”
- A debate arises regarding the origins of the Messiah, as some believe Jesus cannot be the Messiah because they thought He was from Galilee.
- The absence of the spirit is noted, as Jesus had not been glorified yet.
Chapter 8 Key Moments
- Jesus begins Chapter 8 at the Mount of Olives.
- The story of the woman caught in adultery illustrates compassion, as Jesus tells the accusers to cast the first stone only if they are sinless.
- His Father serves as a witness for Jesus, affirming His identity.
- Jesus identifies Himself with the phrase, "I am," showing His divine nature.
- Verse 28 foreshadows Jesus’ death, highlighting the sacrificial aspect of His mission.
- Jesus confronts the critics, claiming a lineage of faith tracing back to Abraham.
- He labels the devil as the enemy of His Father, framing the spiritual conflict.
Final Confrontations
- Jesus faces accusations of being Samaritan and possessed by critics.
- He claims to have existed before Abraham, which incites anger and a desire to stone Him among His audience.
- The passage concludes with a foreshadowing of the profound implications of belief, authority, and the essence of divine revelation.
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