In our world, is there anything we can be certain about? What about faith? Can we know for certain Jesus is Lord? 

Three convincing evidences that Jesus is Lord:

1. The evidence of historical verification (vv. 2:22-24, 32)

2. The evidence of prophetic fulfillment (vv. 23-31)

3. The evidence of the Holy Spirit (vv. 33-36)

Questions for Personal Reflection:

1. Where are you encountering uncertainty from the world? How is it affecting you?

2. Indiana Jones had to take a “leap of faith” (stepping where he could not see a place for his foot). Is this the kind of faith believing the gospel requires? Why or why not.

3. Which of the three evidences – historical verification, Scriptural fulfillment, and the Holy Spirit – did you find most compelling?

4. If a friend were to share they have serious doubts about the historical reliability of the gospels, what would you suggest to address those doubts?

5. Pastor Nathan said: “The reason many lack certainty that Jesus is Lord is that we don’t want certainty.” How can it be personally beneficial to have uncertainty about Jesus’ lordship? Has there been a time where you have used doubt/uncertainty about Jesus or his teaching to make following Him easier for you?

6. What evidence do you see for the presence of the Holy Spirit in the world today?

7. If willing, share how the Holy Spirit has changed/is changing you.