Lent & Lazarus
John 11 — Lazarus
1. Break the Ice: What stood out to you most from the story or the message today?
Something that surprised you
Something that confused you
Something that stuck with you
(No pressure—just get the conversation going.)
2. Dig In: What do you wonder, think, or know about this story?
Why do you think Jesus waited?
Why do you think Jesus wept?
Why involve the crowd in “unbinding” Lazarus?
3. What does this story reveal About God
How does Jesus respond to pain and loss?
What does this teach us about God’s power?
What does this say about how God sees situations that feel “too far gone”?
4. Our Mission as the Church: If Jesus brings life out of tombs… what does that mean for us as his people?
Where do you see “tombs” in our world or city?
What might it look like for a community like ours to help “unbind” people?
Why do you think Jesus invites others to participate in restoration?
5. Personal Next Step: Where might Jesus be inviting you to believe in resurrection again—and take a step this week?
In your own life?
In a relationship?
In how you see someone else?
What is one small, concrete step you will take this week?
Optional Closing Prompt: “This week, I want to bring life by…”
Close in prayer.
