GROUP GUIDE
Leading a group through these questions? Here’s a simple guide for 1.5-2 hour GROUP meeting.
Welcome and Opening Prayer. (5 minutes)
Read the passage aloud. (5 minutes)
Guide the group through the questions. (30-60 minutes)
Take time to share prayer requests and pray for each other. (15-30 minutes)
TEACHING RECAP
Summary: What if your life is like a seed, full of incredible potential waiting to be unlocked? Jesus offers an invitation to something greater, but it requires sacrifice and a choice. Are you ready to plant your life in Him and embrace the life He’s calling you to?
Main Points:
Jesus’ invitation is packed with amazing potential.
Jesus’ invitation involves significant sacrifice.
Jesus’ invitation extends to every single person.
Jesus’ invitation urgently pleads for a response
On-Ramps:
Look at Jesus.
Follow Jesus.
Bring others to Jesus.
Discussion
What stands out to you from this passage? How does this passage most challenge or encourage you?
In John 12:24, Jesus speaks about a seed needing to "die" to produce fruit. How does this relate to the larger themes in Jesus’ ministry and mission?
What does Jesus mean when he says, “Whoever serves me must follow me” in John 12:26? How does this connect to his invitation to lay down one’s life?
The cross has become a global symbol of faith and sacrifice. Why do you think the message of the cross has continued to attract people across cultures and generations?
Society often promotes the idea of “living for yourself.” How might Jesus’ teaching about “dying to self” (verse 24) challenge that mindset?
How do you interpret the idea that your life is like a seed with "incredible potential"? What might this potential look like in practical terms?
Jesus’ invitation is described as urgent. What steps can you take this week to respond immediately to his call in an area you may have been delaying?
How do you want to respond to this passage in your daily life?
PRAYER
How can we pray for you as a group?
Next week: John 12:37-50
