John 19:1-16

John 18:28-40

Todays passage takes a closer look at the trials of Simon Peter. Peter is trying to live into his identity as a leader and as the Rock, which Jesus named him back in John 1. But hes doing so in his own strength and understanding. His response to the challenges he faces is to:

Fight John 18:1-11

Flight (Deny) John 18:15-18, 25 27

Freeze John 21:2-3

Where do I need to surrender my desire for recognition and choose humility instead?

Where do I need to invite Gods protection through renewed joy and deeper grounding in His Word?

Is there a relationship where God is calling me to pursue reconciliation, forgiveness, or unity?

John 16

John 15

John 14:1-31 ESV

love put on display, love betrayed, love one another

John 12:27-36

January 25, 2026

Speaker: Pastor Mike

Next week: Pastor Dan

The Weight and the Wonder of the Purposes of God (John 12:27-30)

The Father has a purpose for Jesus and for us, bringing glory to God through both the wonderful and the difficult.

The Power and the Pull of the Cross of Christ (John 12:31-33)

The message of the cross is powerful, and the resulting pull is Jesus drawing people to himself.

The Call and the Conduct of the Light of Life (John 12:34-36)

Jesus calls us to walk in the light and reflect Him to the world around us.

Discussion Questions

Where in my life right now does Gods purpose feel heavy, and what would it look like to trust that He can be glorified even there?

When I look at the cross, do I see only suffering, or do I truly see the glory of God revealed there for me?

Am I staying close enough to Jesus that His life and light are shaping the way I live each day?

While the light is still among us, how is Jesus inviting me to shine with His light to the world around me?

John 12:12-26 ESV