John 4:1-26

In 1965, the Rolling Stones sang, “I can’t get no satisfaction” . . .

The God Who Pursues

Who does Jesus meet?

The God Who Supplies

What does Jesus discuss with her?

The God Who Restores

How does Jesus apply this to her life?

Do you enjoy nature shows?

Creation Longing

What state is creation in?

Creation Subjected

Why is it in that state?

Creation Set Free

How will it be delivered?

Romans 8:19-22

John 3:22-36

Have you ever heard an argument over who’s better?

Dispute

Why do we exalt ourselves?

Confession

Who should we be exalting?

Reflection

What reasons are given for this?

Romans 8:18

On a dirt road not far away . . .

The Consideration

TEACHING NOTES SUFFERING IN PERSPECTIVE

Why is the right mindset important in tough times?

The Comparison

What is the best way to develop that mindset?

The Conclusion

How does that mindset transform us?

John 3:1-15

Why do we need to be born again?

The Nature of New Birth

How are we born again?

The Narrative of New Birth

What is the story of those who are born again?

How do you celebrate birthdays?

The Necessity of New Birth

Song of Songs 3:1-11

Awakened and invited love grows not only through delight, but through longing until the soul learns that Christ is both the One it seeks and the King in whom it delights.

Love Longing in the Night

What does the soul do when Christ is not immediately felt?

Love Found and Held

How does the soul respond when Christ graciously reveals Himself again?

Love Revealed and Crowned in Glory

Who is the One the soul has been seeking and in whom it now rests and delights?