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Themes in the Gospel of John โ Lesson 7.Blessed Are Those Who Believe | Sabbath School with Pastor Mark Finley
Series JESUS IN THE GOSPEL OF JOHNย with Pastor Mark Finleyย |
Lesson 7.Blessed Are Those Who Believeย |
Witnesses of Faith in the Gospel of John ย |
Lesson 7 of the Gospel of John invites us to view faith through the eyes of various witnesses of Jesus and to recognize the significance of faith without visible evidence. From Abraham to Thomas, it is shown how people in different situations responded to Jesusโwith trust, doubt, or unconscious acknowledgment. These witnesses illustrate that faith often requires courage and enables a deeper insight into God’s workings. Jesus emphasizes the blessedness of faith that is not based on visible signs but on trust. By living this faith, we gain access to a vibrant relationship with God that gives us hope and life.
Memory Text: John 20:29 – โJesus said to him, โThomas, because you have seen Me, you have believed. Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believedโ.โ
Content:
7.1 Harking Back to Abraham
Abraham as a Witness of Faith and Promise
Jesus refers to Abraham to emphasize the continuity between the faith of the patriarchs and His own message. In John 8:56, Jesus shows that Abraham “saw his day” from afar and rejoiced over itโa reference to the Redeemer that Abraham experienced as part of God’s promise. Paul picks up this thought in Romans 4 by presenting Abraham as an example of justification by faith, independent of the works of the law. This emphasis on faith as the foundation of the relationship with God makes Abraham the father not only of the Jewish people but of all believers. Through Abraham’s story, the importance of faith that trusts in God’s promise is highlightedโa connection that Jesus reveals as the fulfillment of this promise.
7.2 The Witness of Mary
Mary’s Precious Gift as an Expression of Faith
Mary’s act of anointing Jesus with expensive oil was a profound testimony of her love and gratitude toward Him. The costly oil she used lavishly symbolized her complete devotion and recognition of Jesus as the one who brings forgiveness and new life. Her gesture was not only a sign of honor but also a prophetic act pointing to Jesus’ impending sacrifice. While Judas showed selfish motives in his criticism, Jesus defended Mary because He recognized the sincerity of her love and the faith in her heart. This story reminds us that Jesus looks beyond the exterior and knows the heartsโa call for us to let His transformative righteousness enter our lives.
7.3 The Unwitting Witness of Pilate
Pilate’s Unconscious Testimony of Truth
Pilate, the Roman governor, played a central role in the trial against Jesus and gave an involuntary testimony about Him. Although he declared Jesus innocent three times, he ultimately condemned Him to deathโa decision influenced by the pressure from religious leaders and the crowd. By placing the sign “Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews” above the cross, Pilate unwittingly affirmed Jesus’ true identity as portrayed in the Gospel of John. The drama surrounding Pilate’s decision highlights the danger of being swayed by external influences instead of following one’s conscience. This event reminds us of the importance of steadfastly standing by the truth, even when circumstances create pressure and doubt. Pilate’s wavering serves as a warning against the temptation to betray the convictions of the heart to please the masses.
7.4 The Witness of Thomas
From Doubt to Confession of Faith โ Thomas’ Lesson
Thomas’ story shows how doubt can be transformed into a stronger conviction of faith. Thomas made the mistake of tying his faith to physical evidence and only acknowledged the resurrection under his own conditions. However, Jesus met him with understanding and invited him to touch the wounds in His hands and side, leading Thomas to a powerful confession: “My Lord and my God!” (John 20:28). Jesus’ words, “Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed,” remind us that true faith is not based on visible evidence but on trust in God’s testimony and His creation. This encounter teaches us that doubt can often be part of the journey of faith, but the goal is to reach a trust that exists even without “seeing.” The faith that Thomas ultimately found is an open trust in the reliability of God and His promises.
7.5 Our Witness of Jesus
Our Testimony โ Faith Strengthened by History and Experience
The Gospel of John calls us to give our own testimony about Jesus, inspired by the testimonies of those who experienced Him directly. We have the advantage of not only reading about Jesus’ life and miracles but also recognizing the fulfillment of many of His prophecies in history, such as the destruction of the temple and the worldwide spread of the Gospel. These historical confirmations provide us with reasons for faith that go beyond mere eyewitness accounts. Today, we are called to accept Jesus as the Savior through Scripture and the power of the Holy Spirit and to share this experience. Each of us has a unique story and a personal experience with Christ, and by sharing them, we continue what the first witnesses of Jesus beganโa testimony of faith that also works life-changing in our world.
7.6 Summary
Faith Without Seeing โ The Path to True Blessing
In Lesson 7, the Gospel of John emphasizes the importance of faith that is not based on visible evidence but on trust in God’s word. Through the testimonies of Abraham, Mary, Pilate, and Thomas, John illustrates various responses to Jesus and highlights the strength of faith that goes beyond the visible. Abraham trusted the promise, Mary showed deep gratitude, Pilate gave an unintended testimony, and Thomas learned to believe without seeing. Jesus Himself praises the blessedness of those who believe without proof and invites us to trust in God’s plan and word. This lesson reminds us that true faith is the foundation for a deeper relationship with Godโa relationship that grants us life in His name.
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9 November 2024ย | A thing recently happened that didnโt go the way I wanted it to.ย I suspect Iโm not the only one.ย What I want to do is crawl into a hole and stay there for a while. Or perhaps put my fingers in my ears and sing “lalalalala” whenever anyone tries to […] Source: https://atoday.org/editorial-when-things-dont-go-our-way/
This is How a Daughter’s Faith Saved Her Father
Life got tough, and faith faded away. But one daughter's hope never wavered. Explore how her prayers aimed to bring her father back to the light. Can faith really change lives? Hit that like button if you believe in second chances! #PowerOfPrayer #HopefulJourney #InspiringFaith #awr #adventistworldradio Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1GKUfGbqUU MB01HZ6ZC6NBXMC #short Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwqsdcHozns
Sunday: Harking Back to Abraham
Daily Lesson for Sunday 10th of November 2024
Jesus was not shy in declaring who He was, nor in calling on witnesses to testify to who He was, even witnesses who were long gone, including Abraham. โ โYour father Abraham rejoiced to see My day, and he saw it and was gladโ โ (John 8:56, NKJV).
Why was Abrahamโs witness so important that it was included in Johnโs gospel? (Genesis 12:3, Genesis 18:16-18, Genesis 26:4, Matthew 1:1, Acts 3:25.)
โThrough type and promise God โpreached before the gospel unto Abraham.โ Galatians 3:8. And the patriarchโs faith was fixed upon the Redeemer to come. Said Christ to the Jews, โYour father Abraham rejoiced that he should see My day; and he saw it, and was glad.โ John 8:56, R.V., margin. The ram offered in place of Isaac represented the Son of God, who was to be sacrificed in our stead. When man was doomed to death by transgression of the law of God, the Father, looking upon His Son, said to the sinner, โLive: I have found a ransom.โ โโEllen G. White, Patriarchs and Prophets, p. 154.
Abraham was the father of the Jewish nation. He received the promise that, through him, all nations would be blessed. This blessing came through the Messiah, born through his lineage.
Abraham was also the father of those who respond to God in faith (Hebrews 11:8,17-19). His willingness to sacrifice his son Isaac (Genesis 22:1-24), the son of promise, was not only an evidence of faith but a window into the plan of salvation.
When Jesus said, โ โYour father Abraham rejoiced to see My dayโ โ (John 8:56, NKJV), the leaders responded, โ โYou are not yet fifty years old, and have You seen Abraham?โ โ (John 8:57, NKJV).
Jesusโ answer was astounding. โ โMost assuredly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I AMโ โ (John 8:58, NKJV).
Jesus uses language reminiscent of what God said to Moses at the burning bush. This was a claim to be God, the self-existent One. No question, the leaders understood the implication of what He said because they then โtook up stones to throw at Himโ (John 8:59, NKJV).
Read Romans 4:1-5. How does Paul use this story of Abraham to reveal the great truth of salvation by faith alone, without the deeds of the law? How do these verses help us understand the idea of Abraham as the father of those who live by faith? |

Source: https://ssnet.org/blog/24d-07-harking-back-to-abraham/
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Matthew 21:22 – "If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." Tag someone in need of prayer, and kindly share your prayer requests here. https://bit.ly/3GdFXpR Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4hMgwKy1i7A
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SdS – Il Vangelo di Giovanni – Lezione 7
BEATI QUELLI CHE CREDONO.
Approfondimento della lezione della Scuola del Sabato numero 7 – IV trimestre 2024 con Mariarosa Cavalieri, Ellen Silvestro e Filippo Alma. ๐ฉ Risorse per il IV trimestre 2024:
๐ https://uicca.org/4-trimestre-2024-lez-7
๐ https://uicca.org/nocciolo-quarto-trimestre-2024
๐ https://vocedellasperanza.it
๐ https://www.edizioniadvshop.it/lezionario-sds-adulti-2-2024.html
๐ https://ottopermilleavventisti.it/chiesa-avventista/ Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZu2b4MRlL8
SdS – Intro – Il Vangelo di Giovanni – Lezione 7
BEATI QUELLI CHE CREDONO.
Testi di Mariarosa Cavalieri, speaker Daniella Escobar. ๐ฉ Risorse per il IV trimestre 2024:
๐ https://uicca.org/4-trimestre-2024-lez-7
๐ https://uicca.org/nocciolo-quarto-trimestre-2024
๐ https://vocedellasperanza.it
๐ https://www.edizioniadvshop.it/lezionario-sds-adulti-2-2024.html
๐ https://ottopermilleavventisti.it/chiesa-avventista/ Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-6hnDRWE1k
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